
For almost a decade, Gwen Baluss has banded hummingbirds that migrate to Alaska. And while she’s made a number of discoveries, there are still some unsolved mysteries. On this Friday’s Juneau Afternoon, she’ll share some of her research.
Also on this show:
- A high school track and field team fundraiser.
- Lichen, a new publication featuring local arts and culture.
- The Jensen-Olson Arboretum celebrates 15 years with “Arts in the Garden.”

Andy Kline hosts this Friday’s program. You can catch Juneau Afternoon, Tuesday through Friday, live at 3:00 p.m. on KTOO Juneau 104.3. The rebroadcast airs at 7:00 p.m. on KTOO. You can also listen online at ktoo.org.
Part 1: Local hummingbird research
Guests: Gwen Baluss, Wildlife technician and hummingbird researcher. Hummingbirds are commonplace during Juneau summers, but have unusual capabilities that science is only beginning to appreciate.
Part 2: JDHS: Yadaa at. Kalé Track & Field team
Guests: Zack Bursell, assistant coach. Celia Wheeler and McKenna McNutt, team captains.The Yadaa at. Kalé track and field team at the Juneau Douglas High School is gearing up for a new season, free from a lot of the restrictions imposed during the pandemic. The team is also planning a fundraiser, with a showing of the documentary. Alaskan Nets. on Friday, March 25th @ 7:00 p.m. Visit bpt.me/5385337 for more information.

Part 3: Lichen publication launches on March 20th, Spring Equinox.
Guests: Gabe Donohoe, founder of LichenJuneau arts and culture fans can look forward to Lichen, a quarterly publication. March 20th, the Spring Equinox, is when the first edition of Lichen comes out.
Part 4: Art in the Garden show to mark 15th anniversary at Jensen-Olson Arboretum,
Guests: Patricia White, Friends of the Jensen-Olson Arboretum.Friends of the Jensen-Olson Arboretum are asking local artists to help them celebrate the arboretum’s 15th year.

