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Spring Begins with Skunk Cabbage

From Muck to Magic: The First Sign of the Season There’s a moment every spring when I know—truly know—that winter’s grip is loosening. It’s not just the longer days, not the dripping eaves, not even the sudden urgency in the birdsong. It’s when the skunk cabbage starts to push its way up through…

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What to Do: Rainy Day Edition

Ever heard the saying, "If you don't like the weather, wait five minutes"? Well, that's the kind of place we call home here in Haines, Alaska. Nestled within the lush greenery of the Tongass National Forest, Haines sits in a unique microclimate that's part of the world's largest temperate…

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Emerging Spring: Kelgaya Point Trek

Battery Point Trail, nestled in the heart of Haines, Alaska, is a beloved path that winds through the verdant Alaskan rainforest, crossing gentle streams before leading adventurers to a stunning rocky beach. Easily accessible from the cruise ship dock or town, the trailhead lies a mere 1.5 miles…

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