National Geographic journalist Paul Salopek has been walking around the world since 2013. But now that he’s in Alaska, his main mode of transportation is about to change.
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Cruise traffic in Haines could skyrocket under potential deal with major cruise port operator
Global Ports Holding wants to lease Haines’ large cruise ship dock, in a move that could boost cruise passengers to 300,000 per year.
‘We should be acting more quickly’: Tracy Arm tsunami highlights unseen hazards in busy Alaska fjords
Scientists say Tracy Arm was not on their radar as a particularly dangerous fjord before last year’s tsunami, which was the second-tallest ever documented.
A tribal project is producing hyper-local climate data and strategies for Haines
The goal is to identify and plan for potential climate impacts on traditional life and infrastructure in the area.
‘It brings a lot of joy’: Chilkat Valley artists practice their crafts on local trails
Last weekend’s Live Art on the Trails event is part of a two-week art festival put on by a local nonprofit.
Petersburg unveils kéet yaakw with traditional canoe blessing at Sandy Beach
Traditional canoes like this one typically belong to a single clan. But Petersburg’s local tribe decided to have this canoe designed to include everyone.