Grinning Down on Alaska
Flying is required in most areas of Alaska, whether by jet or bush plane. Learn more about flying in Alaska.
A Snapshot into Alaska Bush Life
Docks are the heart of Alaska bush life. Learn about remote Alaska docks and read excerpts from Melissa Cook’s book “The Call of the Last Frontier.”
Alaska Floatplanes Reflecting in the Bay
A typical fall day in Thorne Bay includes the Alaska floatplanes, rain, fog, & glassy bay water. Listen to Melissa Cook talk about Alaska.
Alaska’s Relentless Aleutian Wind
The Alaska Aleutian wind is unforgettable and frightening. “The Call of the Last Frontier” began with a scene from this beach.
Hidden Gems in Alaska’s Rainforest
The hidden gems of SE Alaska are the trees draped in lichen or Old Man’s Beard. Learn more about Alaska on Alaska Bush Life.
An Insider Peek at Thorne Bay, Alaska
The fog, boats, dock, and the details in the photo of Thorne Bay bring back memories of living there for two decades.
Unique Alaska Snowman on Prince of Wales
Alaska—snow, and ice, right? Well, not really. Where I lived in Thorne Bay, we received 129 inches of rain annually (close to 11 feet) and…
Flying in Alaska
Melissa Cook discusses flying in Alaska, travel options in southeast Alaska, and the impact of Island Air Express on Prince of Wales Island travel.
Alaska Teacher Housing
Discover how Alaska teachers find housing, what type is available, and issues surrounding district-provided housing units.
Uncover an Alaska Mine of the Past
Salt Chuck Mine “Joker” or Salt Chuck Mine, Prince of Wales Island (2013) – Hunters Si Goodro and Walter Thomas stumbled upon the valuable metals…