The first sign of active plant life after the long Interior Alaska winter is the appearance of soft, fuzzy, young catkins on felt-leaf willow (Salix alaxensis) and diamond-leaf willow (S.
Visitors can see the northern lights in Alaska between September and April. Here is how and where to go to for the best chance at seeing the aurora borealis.
To the editor: I oppose the wind project at Shovel Creek for multiple reasons. Murphy Dome/Shovel Creek is a gem, the only accessible, visually stunning alpine landscape close to town.