Methinks it possible to incorporate bartending into my travels. Good libations and their purveyors have been kind to me recently. Here’s a sampling… I had the good fortune of meeting Bill Howell (2010 Beer Drinker of the Year) at Seward … Continue reading
I often read and hear descriptions of the Last Frontier State as “pristine” and “wilderness,” and I must admit being smitten with Alaska’s vast dimensions and sparse population, but the hand of man has undoubtedly made its mark here. Most … Continue reading
Alaskan slang for the first snow that marks the end of summer. We saw it on the mountaintops this morning, my last full day in Seward. How apropos. Jan and I did a little fishing (no catching, though) and just … Continue reading
The Anchorage Museum at Rasmusen Center is a must. Besides art and history, there’s a fun section full of kinetic science exhibits for kids of all ages. (There were at least as many adults as children playing with the gadgets … Continue reading
“There’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing.” So said my single-serving friend en route from Dallas-Ft. Worth to Anchorage. I’m not sure I fully agree, but it was great to hear from a woman who appeared to … Continue reading
The Goat's gap-year 