Subsistence fishing for salmon is happening on the Kuskokwim River even though closures are in place.
Outdoors
Gardentalk – Hot and dry
Gardeners could be facing some old problems with possible warm and dry conditions for this weekend. The return of European currant worms, dried out plants, and overheated greenhouses are just some examples.
Low salmon runs around the state have subsistence fishermen worried
Poor salmon runs have rivers closing and limits being imposed around Alaska
Wildlife viewers crowding bears, congesting traffic
State biologists are concerned about wildlife viewers creating problems with their pursuit of black bears out Glacier Highway.
Scientists search Southeast beaches for tsunami debris
Five NOAA scientists are scouting Southeast Alaska beaches for debris from last year’s Japanese tsunami.
Gardentalk – Container gardening
Tips for growing vegetables and plants in away from your typical garden bed