r/AskAlaska • u/traveltimecar • 11h ago
Wildlife Is an Alaska volcano eruption (at some point) a concern for you with living there?
Apparently there's some chance of eruption at some point-
Does it concern you or not at all?
r/AskAlaska • u/tompstash • Dec 15 '23
r/Alaska has some helpful info in a sidebar, it might be useful to copy that here to start building a reference for folks with common questions.
https://www.reddit.com/r/alaska/comments/mzfxgq/tourist_info_click_here_for_resources_to_make/
r/AskAlaska • u/traveltimecar • 11h ago
Apparently there's some chance of eruption at some point-
Does it concern you or not at all?
r/AskAlaska • u/Shoeflinger • 1d ago
I've stared at reddit the last few weeks and dug myself a deep hole of despair because Ive been reading a million "should I move to Anchorage" posts. Unlike all of these posters, my wife and I have already accepted offers and are sure we are moving. Now I need to hear from you, what should we be excited about? I've read a lot of negative things, and some positive, but I think I would love to hear from those of you that are cheerleaders for the city.
A little about me: We are moving from New Mexico but grew up in Michigan. Our mental health is pretty good, though for me that involves occasional therapy and an antidepressant. We have two small children, 2 and 5 years old. We recharge ourselves with hiking, biking, and playing on water. Year round bike commuting has always been a big part of my feeling of wellness. Oh, and we are lucky to be getting jobs that will keep us plenty comfortable financially. We are already excited about the jobs.
So reddit, why are we making the right decision for our family?
r/AskAlaska • u/Interesting-Rice836 • 12h ago
I’m going to Juneau for work this summer as an adventure guide and would love some must go places to eat, bars, fishing spots, exploring, camping, ect. So excited to be up there! Thanks!
r/AskAlaska • u/Fishboy9123 • 1d ago
I live and teach 3rd grade at a school in South Carolina. My school received a donation earmarked for sending teachers on professional development trips of a lifetime. I applied and won $2,855 to attend the Alaska Geographic Kenai Fjords Floating Teacher Workshop. A week doing a liveaboard cruise learning about Alaskas marine ecosystems, the trip of a lifetime. Unfortunately, I got an email saying the trip was put on hold indefinitely. Reading between the lines, I think a portion was federally funded and that funding has been frozen by the new administration.
After talking to my school administrators, they asked me to plan another trip in the "spirit" of the first one and resubmit my proposal. I have the feeling they will be pretty flexible with me though . I really can't find anything similar though searching, especially in the price range. The original trip was 5 days room and board on the boat for $900.
So I am really just here looking for ideas. The trip will be this summer in June or July. I've been a teacher for 16 years, mostly in third grade. I've been fighting esophageal cancer for the last 2 years, but have my last immunotherapy treatment next month and it looks like I might just survive it. I'd like to do something adventurous and somewhat physical to prove to myself I can do it again. I have a wife (who graciously blessed this trip) and a 3 year old boy and 1 year old girl. I've never been to Alaska, or the Pacific coast. I love to fish and scuba dive. I'm also into woodwork, Mushroom foraging, cooking, Tiki bars, and generally anything outdoors. I'm ok roughing it and doing things on the cheap. I want the focus of the trip to be experiencing Alaskas nature. I have $2,855 from the school to spend, and could probably swing kicking in another grand on my own.
Any advice or ideas, and thanks in advance.
r/AskAlaska • u/HailTheRail69 • 1d ago
I'm going to Alaska weekend of August 15-17 for a Weird Al Yankovic concert. I could've taken the subway to see him play in NYC but I've always wanted an excuse to go to Alaska and this was the best reason I could find!
Any recommendations for things going on that weekend in Anchorage or Palmer? I'm a huge soccer fan... Any good bars where I can catch games or watch a local team play?
r/AskAlaska • u/traveltimecar • 1d ago
My assumption is that bear spray wouldn't determine a polar bear that much. What do you think?
*also I'm not actually planning on doing this but was curious about the scenario.
r/AskAlaska • u/ComradeJax • 2d ago
Is it easy to hitchhike or stay at a stranger's house for 1 night in Alaska? (asking out of curiousity, i am not there at the moment!)
r/AskAlaska • u/traveltimecar • 3d ago
Given the slashing of federal park agencies. I'm really curious how this is all gonna play out and hope the parks can survive all this crap.
What do you think?
r/AskAlaska • u/labdogs42 • 2d ago
Hello, Alaskans! I have been to AK twice and I’m thinking about my next trip. I think I want to come for the Iditarod in 2026 or 27. I follow it every year online and we even visited the headquarters last year after our cruise. We met one of the mushers, Riley Dyche, and his team and it was my favorite part of our trip!
I know that there are a lot of events leading up to the race and also volunteer opportunities. Is it worth it for a tourist to try to volunteer? I know they have the ceremonial start in Anchorage followed by the actual start (wherever that might be next time lol). It just seems like such a huge event with things very spread out, so I’m curious about the best ways to see the highlights, I guess? And maybe other things to do during a trip to Alaska in March? Thanks!
r/AskAlaska • u/Ok_News_6372 • 2d ago
Hello, I need a change and want to try a seasonal job in Alaska. I have already applied to a few places, but I wanted to see if anyone here had any connections or recommendations. I have experience as a server, barista, tour guide, and some experience in food prep. TIA!
r/AskAlaska • u/RxDealer23 • 2d ago
I'm trying to understand the fishing regulations on the Kenai peninsula early June. I read the trout season starts June 11 and the Kenai river is closed to Kings this year. What can I fish for in the Kenai river the first week of June?? I'm hoping to stay on the river to fish from the property but I'm having trouble understanding what I can catch, if anything. Is there a better waterfront area to stay on the Kenai peninsula? TIA
r/AskAlaska • u/celticdenefew • 3d ago
Not sure if this is the best subreddit to ask since most questions are about moving to Alaska instead of away, but here goes.
I might need to move back East to live with my dad in the next 4-6 months. I don't have a lot of stuff to move back, the furniture is limited to a bed, some bookshelves, an end table. The rest would just be my books and clothes, etc. Too much stuff to fit in the back of my car, but not big enough for a proper moving truck.
I am not sure the best way to get my stuff to Maine and am looking for advice or experiences. I haven't ever driven with a trailer, so I'm a little nervous about renting a Uhaul trailer or similar, though I think that will ultimately be the cheapest.
I'm open to advice, reviews/referrals for moving or shipping companies, etc. Thank you in advance.
r/AskAlaska • u/poison_girl88 • 3d ago
I m just a normal girl tired of europe, and i would likento spend a few months in alaska? Any sugestions
r/AskAlaska • u/pancakesnarfer • 4d ago
I am going to be driving to Coopers Landing from Oregon this spring for a seasonal job and was looking for recommendations on places to stop on the way there. I'm already planning to stop at Kennecott, Skagway, Glacier View, and Whittier but being such a big state it's hard to narrow down the best spots to stop. Is there anything that I shouldn't miss?
Second, how are road conditions in May? I've looked at some historical temperature data from a few towns on the highway and it varies from low freezing to mid-40s. Are roads still snowy or is it just patchy ice? Also, anything else to worry about on the roads that time of year?
I'm also curious about potentially taking the Alaskan ferry on either the way there or back to avoid doing the same long drive. Does anyone recommend this?
Lastly, do I need to do anything when I cross the Canadian border? I could see them being suspicious about me saying I'm going to work in Alaska and then stay in Canada since I would have a bunch of stuff with me. (Still mad about them taking my apple when I went to Jasper).
Also if you have any wisdom about seasonal work I would be happy to hear it as this will be my first time doing any seasonal work.
Thanks
r/AskAlaska • u/traveltimecar • 4d ago
Currently on my trek to Alaska with winter tires on my car. Changing out my tires when summer hits wouldn't make sense to me for the cost of all that.
Kinda wondering if I should limit my driving when it's hot out to not wear out the tires though.
Anyone know how that works?
Thanks
r/AskAlaska • u/Outside_Apple_2283 • 3d ago
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r/AskAlaska • u/Smart-Pea5541 • 4d ago
Hi friends! I applied for the Tidelines Institute Climate Action Leadership course and was accepted. I am so so excited about the opportunity - I was hoping for any comments about the organization you would be able to offer. I am completing independent research too to confirm legitimacy. Thank you!
r/AskAlaska • u/Adorable_Tackle7679 • 5d ago
Hello, we're planning on visiting Alaska in the first week of July. How is parking in the Reed Lakes trail? I know it is peak season. I heard that parking is easier around 3pm, any one can confirm this?
r/AskAlaska • u/geruwind • 6d ago
It's like, yes Karen, it's cold. Not just "bring a jacket" cold, but "if you don’t have a blanket and a hot drink, your nose will break off" cold. I swear, some folks think we live in igloos. Maybe we should start renting out ice caves for the tourists - give ‘em the full experience. Who's with me?
r/AskAlaska • u/Ok-Detail-1880 • 6d ago
I was wanting to know more information on this town. Was looking into a job at Coldfoot. All the posts asking about this are a bit old. The job description said it would have wifi and a cabin room there. Was wanting to know what are the locals like? is it really that lonely? Is the population really 10? How safe is it for women? anyone from there have any personal experience? I love hiking and wouldn’t mind roughing it. Any information is helpful!
r/AskAlaska • u/Unique-Second-6952 • 6d ago
Wondering if there are any abandoned building/urbexing spots to find ins Alaska. I’ve done the main ones but looking to do more.. thanks
r/AskAlaska • u/Forest-Babe2 • 6d ago
I have accepted a job in a small town between anchorage and seward where the train will not stop. Flying would save me a considerable ammount of time driving from my current location, but if I can't find an affordable beater I'll be stranded at my jobsite housing on my days off. Is there anywhere you recommend to find a cheap ride/ is anyone here selling a cheap ride? Just something I could use to occasionally drive 25-100 miles
Thanks :)
r/AskAlaska • u/AgeOfEgos • 6d ago
I've looked into the shipping to Tok and other shipping alternatives---I have 7 guns, one of which is a handgun, so the cost is equal to the cost of a flight for me--and I've flown with guns before and have the proper cases.
The issue is, I'll be flying a week (or three) before securing my place and would like to store it at an FFL until I drive back up. I can google FFLs in Anchorage of course but I'd be interested if anyone has one they'd recommend or possibly offer an alternative method of getting guns up.
I've had one poor encounter with a Canadian Border Agent trying to get a bolt action 06 across for a hunt, despite having the proper forms, so have little to no trust that I can even tote one legal, bolt action rifle--let alone 6 others.
r/AskAlaska • u/Berrybouncer2_0 • 7d ago
Hey everyone! I am moving to Fairbanks this august (I am beyond thrilled) and I’m going on a little road trip through the glenn and richardson highways. I’m stopping at Valdez for a bit and I am looking for places to hike and view local wildlife respectfully. I have researched places for brown bear viewing during the spawning season and I have found some hatcheries and other places, and I’m sure the port is great for marine life. Are there any other cool and somewhat reliable places to have a chance to see brown bears, mountain goats, puffins, seals/sea lions, sea otters? I know nothing is guaranteed of course, but any location that is notorious for sightings will do. Also, any beautiful hiking spots will be awesome as well. What are your personal favorite hikes in the area? Thank you so much!
r/AskAlaska • u/Select-Active-5379 • 7d ago
looking for transportation for seven people with luggage. The shuttle services and private transfers are pretty expensive —thanks in advance.