Alaska Geography
The geography of Alaska is world renowned. Its towering glaciers, majestic forests, epic mountain ranges and array of wildlife are raved about by people who have witnessed them first hand, yet even those reliant on television documentaries and photographs to appreciate its beauty are equally captivated. YouTube clips of the famed light display of the [...]
Alaska History
Situated in the far North West of America, Alaska is the most sparsely populated American state, with a population of less than 700,000 inhabiting an area of 663,268 square metres. To the east of Alaska lies Canada, with the bitter Arctic Ocean to the north. Extending south and to the west is the Pacific Ocean. [...]
Alaska Weather
For most, the thought of Alaska conjures up visions of snow, snow and more snow.Of course during Alaska’s winter months there is lots of ice and snow and sub zero temperatures, summer time temperatures can get to the high 70’s. The climate in Alaska during summer would certainly be classed as comfortable. The Chugach Mountains and also the Alaska Range coupled with warm Pacific Ocean currents protect towns such as Anchorage the Alaskan capital making it very pleasant during summer months. Another common mistake people make when imaging Alaska is that you have 24 hours of darkness during … [Read More...]