Author: Patricia A. Neal Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform ISBN: 9781516829996 Category : Languages : en Pages : 218
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This book is the result of over 37 years researching the women who owned the Alaska Garnet Mining and Manufacturing Corporation at Wrangell, Alaska in the early 1900s. They lived in the Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota area but seemed to virtually drop off the face of the earth. But I am happy to say that I have not only found the original women and their descendants but have found more women who were involved. In the process, this has become more than just the history of the Wrangell Garnet Ledge. It has become the story of Anna E. Durkee and her success as a well-known mining woman; although it could be said that her success was actually as a promoter of mining and/or fund-raiser. The Wrangell Garnet Ledge is better known as being owned by the Boy Scouts who held it in trust for the children of Wrangell. Several years ago the property was turned over to the First Presbyterian Church of Wrangell as required if the property stopped being used for scouting purposes.
Author: Montana Hodges Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 1493034014 Category : Nature Languages : en Pages : 257
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A complete guide to finding, collecting, and preparing the state’s gems and minerals Rockhounding Alaska is a must-have book for collecting rocks, minerals, and fossils in the Last Frontier. This guidebook features an overview of the state’s geologic history as well as a site-by-site guide to seventy-five collecting locations that stretch from Kodiak Island to the Arctic Circle, with treasures ranging from ancient fossilized sea creatures to precious gems and gold nuggets. A complete and accurate guidebook to the state’s vast riches, Rockhounding Alaska is the ideal resource for rockhounds of all ages and experience levels. Look inside to find: • Maps and detailed site descriptions with directions and GPS coordinates • Suggested tools and techniques • Land-use regulations and legal restrictions • Contact information for land managers • Additional information on rock shops, attractions, and local history
Author: Wynne Brown Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 0762783974 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 179
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How did Arizona become the amazing state that it is today you may wonder? More than Petticoats: Remarkable Arizona Women recognizes the women who shaped "The Grand Canyon State." Female teachers, writers, entrepreneurs, and artists from across the state are illuminated through short biographies and archival photographs and paintings.
Author: Deb Vanasse Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 1461747333 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 225
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For those looking for adventure in the Last Frontier, Alaska offers something different. Pan for gold in GuggieVille, visit an Igloo-shaped Catholic Church, or explore Alaska on a llama trek through Knik Glacier.
Author: Erin Kirkland Publisher: University of Alaska Press ISBN: 1602233160 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 254
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Every year, nearly two million tourists visit Alaska, and at least half of them spend time exploring the state’s waterways. For families that want to do so in a more independent fashion than a cruise ship or guided tour would allow, Erin Kirkland has written the perfect guide to navigating the state’s unique ferry system. A staple of coastal transportation since the 1950s, the Alaska Marine Highway System is a vital link to cities that are often inaccessible except by air. Alaska on the Go offers fascinating accounts of both the small coastal towns and the larger population centers serviced by the highway along with easy-to-navigate route descriptions, helpful packing lists, and tips for inland and onboard adventures. Portable and personable, and covering all thirty routes that make up the Alaska Marine Highway System, Alaska on the Go is the perfect companion for the intrepid traveler.
Author: Morris Communications Corporation Publisher: Morris Communications Company ISBN: 9781892154118 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 774
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Referred to by travellers as "the bible of North Country travel" since it was first publishd in 1949, The Milepost is an essential travel companion for anyone planning or taking a trip to Alaska, the Yukon Territory, the Northwest Territories, northern Alberta or British Columbia. The Milepost provides detailed mile-by-mile (km-by-km) road logs and maps of all northern routes, including the famous Alaska Highway. The Milepost is updated annually by experienced field editors who drive every bit of every road, providing accurate and up-to-date information on attractions, activities, food, gas, lodging and camping.Travel by air, ferry, cruise ship, bus and rail is also covered in The Milepost. Each and every updated edition includes Alaska State Ferry and B.C. Ferries schedules, important information on crossing the border, a calendar of events, a pull-out Plan-a-Trip map, litre to gallon conversions, U.S. and Canadian exchange rates and dozens of other travel tips. Special features in the 2003 edition of The Milepost include exploring Denali National Park; driving ice roads, paddling the Yukon River, riding the Alaska Railroad and travelling with pets.With its wealth of detail, The Milepost is a wonderful resource for anyone interested in the North, whether it's for gold rush history, the trans-Alaska pipeline, bird watching, Native culture or glaciers.The Milepost is a classic travel guide and a must for every northbound traveller.
Author: Lisa Maloney Publisher: Moon Travel ISBN: 1640496548 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 776
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Remote, wild, and all-around otherworldly, Alaska promises unforgettable adventure. Discover the heart of "The Last Frontier" with Moon Alaska. Inside you'll find: Strategic itineraries, whether you have a week to hit the top sights or a month to explore the whole state, with ideas for outdoor adventurers, history buffs, road-trippers, wildlife enthusiasts, and more The top outdoor activities: Embark on a glacier hike, cast your line in the halibut capital of the world, or take an intrepid "flightseeing" tour to secluded glacier landings in Denali National Park. Experience the thrill of spotting wild bears, moose, wolves, or even a walrus, or hop on a boat at Columbia Glacier to watch sea otters, harbor seals, and whales glide through the water. Kayak on tranquil lakes or camp under a crystal-clear sky full of stars Unique experiences: Learn about Alaska's native cultures, visit quirky small towns, and discover the best spots to witness the enchanting northern lights Honest advice from Anchorage local and outdoor aficionado Lisa Maloney on when to go, what to pack, and where to stay, from campsites and hostels to B&Bs and resort fishing lodges Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout, plus a full-color foldout map How to get there and get around by plane, train, ferry, cruise ship, or guided tour Thorough background on the culture, weather, wildlife, and history, plus health and safety tips With Moon Alaska's practical tips and expert insight, you can find your adventure. Headed to Canada? Try Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip or Moon Banff National Park. About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you. For more inspiration, follow @moonguides on social media.
Author: Insight Guides Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited ISBN: 1786719673 Category : Travel Languages : en Pages : 191
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Insight Pocket Guides: ideal itineraries and top travel tips in a pocket-sized package. Plan your cruise, plan perfect itineraries and discover how to get around - this pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do and see on a cruise around Alaska, from top attractions like the Misty Fjords to spotting wildlife in the Kenai Fjords National Park. Compact, concise, and packed with essential information about Where to Go and What to Do, this is an ideal on-the-move companion when you're exploring Alaska Covers Top Ten Attractions, including the Misty Fjords and the historic Klondike goldfields, and Perfect Cruise itinerary suggestions Offers an insightful overview of landscape and culture Contains an invaluable pull-out map, and essential practical information on everything from booking a cruise to what to bring and wear on board Includes an innovative extra that's unique in the market - all Insight Pocket Guides come with a free eBook Inspirational colour photography throughout Sharp design and colour-coded sections make for an engaging reading experience About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrasebooks, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.
Author: Sally Maheiu Publisher: Page Publishing Inc ISBN: 1684090261 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 316
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From a small town in West Michigan to the wild bush country of Alaska is a long way, but that’s where Suzanne Henning ended up. Armed with only a teaching degree from Western Michigan University, she set off with her new husband for Alaska. Starting in Sitka, where there were no teaching jobs available, she took whatever work she could find from hotel maid at the Sitka Hotel to a secretarial job at Sheldon Jackson College. She helped her husband, a surveyor for the Alaska Aviation Division, make ends meet. When she finally landed a teaching position in Savoonga on St. Lawrence Island in the Bering Strait, life began to change. She was teaching a first-grade class of Siberian Yupik children. The problem: the kids didn’t speak English, and Henning didn’t speak Siberian Yupik. She taught their lessons with the help of two bilingual aides, Apiyeka and Sunqaanga. Both teacher and class reaped benefits from this teaching method and learned a lot from each other. This began a twenty-three-year odyssey of teaching in the Alaskan bush, and along the way, she picked up many skills that would help her deal with a new way of life: baking her own bread in an oil stove how to cook walrus liver, seal meat, and other tasty Eskimo treats the ins and outs of riding a three-wheeler (more difficult than it looks) having only one community phone to the outside and being at the mercy of the phone operator of the day Henning loved her students, and they returned that love. She became a well-respected Alaskan educator, earning not only the famous Milken Award but also the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Science and Mathematics Teaching.
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