I was born and raised in Alaska. People are often surprised to learn about what my life there was really like.

As someone who grew up in Alaska, I've met a lot of other Americans who are surprised about what my upbringing and lifestyle ...
Decluttering Mom on MSN

Woman living semi off-grid in rural Alaska reveals the three riskiest parts of her daily life

Life in rural Alaska looks like a postcard until you zoom in on the details that do not make it into the travel brochures.
AB Camping on MSN

Alaska van life reality check: Stressful first night winter camping at -6°C

My first night trying to “boondock” in the Alaskan winter hits a major snag. After hours of stressful searching, I find TalKeetna is not the free-camping haven I expected, with no parking signs and ...

Woman Reveals the 3 Most Dangerous Parts About Her Life Semi-Off the Grid in Rural Alaska (Exclusive)

Olivia Jones lives in Eagle, Alaska with her husband and four kids ...
Alaska Dispatch News

Alaska’s unexpected bounty of flowers is one more reason to love the state

Being from the United States these days does not always result in a positive reaction. Just saying. So when I travel abroad, I go as an Alaskan. There is always a good reception for Alaskans. Last ...
Alaska Public Media

For Western Alaska evacuees, life in Anchorage hotels brings new routines and new strains

Evacuees Ally Shangin, her partner Garrett Kashatok and their four daughters – Katelynn, 9, Allyssa, 3, Lola, 2, and Shameka, 11 months – in their room at the Wingate hotel on Nov. 14, 2025. Sitting ...