Summer Solstice Weekend is here. Summer begins with the solstice on Friday, June 20, 2025, marking the astronomical first day of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. What exactly IS the summer solstice? Is it really the longest day of the year? Welcome the solstice with some interesting facts and folklore. People mark this event with celebrations include festivals,…
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Heads Up Alaska – Summer activities and tourist season bring more foot traffic throughout Alaska. No matter whether you are at home, hiking Alaska’s Trails, or enjoying outdoor activities that Alaska’s summers bring, be present and aware of your surroundings. At Home Even when we know the area, we can become distracted walkers. Fifty-two percent…
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Smart Alaskans Use Sunscreen – The most common cause of skin cancer is by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. Despite not being a hot climate like the Lower 48, Alaska’s sun can still cause sunburn and skin damage. Long summer days mean you’re exposed to the sun for a longer period, increasing the risk of…
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Summer Solstice In Alaska – Alaska is known as the land of the Midnight Sun. During Summer Solstice, many communities across Alaska celebrate the extended sunlight throughout the month of June. It’s important to stay safe, hydrated, and protected from the sun when celebrating. This ensures you and yours will fully enjoy the Summer Solstice…
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Walk Aware Alaska – April showers bring May flowers. For Alaska, May also brings twenty-four hours of sunshine. By the time June makes an appearance, Alaskan summer is in full swing. As summer picks up, roads are becoming more crowded with people walking, biking, running and recreating, which means pedestrian safety is top of mind.…
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