Field Journal
From the Front Lines to the Last Frontier: A History of the Bunny Boot
It was 1974 and a cold, early March morning in Anchorage when Rod Perry discovered an issue with his gear. For many far northerners, the longtime musher and volunteer is...
Hot Tent Basecamp Setup: Stoves, Chairs, Stakes & Bear Fences
Our team recently embarked on an unforgettable journey into the Maclaren River Valley, a pristine wilderness nestled off the Denali Highway in interior Alaska. To keep our expedition comfortable, we...
Alaska Turkey Bomb
Growing up in the remote bush of Skwentna, Alaska, Esther Sanderlin learned early that life in the wilderness came with challenges. With no road access and limited resources, families like...
Freight Hauling in the Far North
Conquer Rugged Winter Terrain with Alaska Gear Company's UHMW Freight Hauling Sleds For over 25 years, Alaskans have relied on Alaska Gear Company's handcrafted UHMW freight hauling sleds to move...
Foraging Wild Fiddleheads: Spring Harvesting In Alaska
Daylight lasts a little longer each day, the grass grows a little bit taller and the trees become a little bit greener. It’s springtime in the Last Frontier, and Alaskans...
Dipnetting in Alaska: A Tradition of Salmon, Family, and Self-Reliance
Each summer, thousands of Alaskans gather along the state's salmon-filled rivers—not with fishing rods or commercial boats, but with large welded nets and anticipation, hoping to hit the run right. This...
Following the Iditarod: Chasing the Last Great Race into Alaska’s Wild
Every March, Alaska comes alive with one of the most demanding endurance events on earth: the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Nearly 1,000 miles of wilderness separate the start line from...
Developing the Warmest Winter Boot
The Challenge of True Warmth Everyone knows the feeling. You’re out chasing an adventure. Maybe you’re hauling firewood, cheering from frozen bleachers, or trekking across a snow-packed trail. You’ve layered...
