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Big questions about whether a gas pipeline from the North Slope will finally be built. And, the Coast Guard intentionally sinks a crumbling tug boat in Juneau. Plus, Alaska officials prepare for fire season.

Trails are one of the primary infrastructures in the outdoors. They lead us to destinations or are an end unto themselves. Trails provide opportunity for observing nature, getting exercise, and relaxation. Trail building in Alaska has come a long way since people went straight up the fall line. On this week’s Outdoor Explorer we will discuss the summer of 2021 trail building projects and how to get involved.

Alaska's interior is seeing a surge in COVID cases driven by young people. And, an Alaska Native youth activist and model graces the cover of Vogue Mexico. Plus, the Anchorage mayor's race grows contentious in the final stretch.

On this program, we'll devote the entire show to listener questions and comments about anything related to mental, behavioral or emotional wellness.

Hometown Alaska is hosting a mayoral candidates' discussion between Dave Bronson and Forrest Dunbar.

It's a seller's market: homes are going fast and at high prices. But experts say they're not seeing the warning signs of a housing bubble.

Alaska's earthquake monitoring system moves into a new phase. And, UAA's student commencement speaker reflects on her unique college experience. Plus, an Anchorage entrepreneur blends Spanish culture into her new coffee shop.

Spring is finally here and as the snowpack recedes, wildfire becomes a concern, especially before greenup. What’s the outlook for this year’s fire season and how much will standing, dead spruce affect it?

Better coordination between state and federal agencies can not only help with responding to fires, but preventing them too. How are the experts planning for the coming summer?

https://youtu.be/JanC26BhtAw Take a flight over the Mat-Su valley, the Anchorage Bowl, or the Kenai Peninsula and you may notice areas that were once evergreen, but...

Another attempt to salvage Alaska's cruise season stalls in the U.S. Senate. And, an Anchorage woman's personal story inspires others at a vaccine clinic for the Hmong community. Plus, can Alaska's timber industry capitalize on soaring lumber prices?

On the next Outdoor Explorer, we will continue the series Travel School with Jodi Harskamp and Neal Stanbury and their children, Tui and Leif. As they are wrapping up their time in California in Death Valley National Park, LA county goes into lockdown, forcing them to leave early and head for Arizona and beyond.

Research shows cancer remains the leading cause of death among Alaska Natives. And, Norwegian Cruise Lines donates $1 million to the City of Sitka. Plus, Anchorage will remove all the city’s gathering limits and social distancing requirements.

The CDC has new recommendations for mask-wearing. So, what does that mean for Alaskans? And, a report on police officers’ use of deadly force shows many incidents involve mental health issues. Plus, the state considers moving Skagway's ore terminal to Haines, causing some concern.

An Alaska lawmaker takes the long route to Juneau after being banned from flying on Alaska Airlines. And, with help from the Department of Energy, five Alaska towns explore green solutions. Plus, a conversation about the tradition of trapping after a dog's death in Anchorage.

The field of functional medicine works to find and treat the root cause of diagnoses and not just the diagnoses themselves. Is it the key to a long and healthy life?

Today's question came from a listener, a father who has weathered and completed his own family's journey through expensive childcare, for which he's grateful....

This week on State of Art we're hearing from Eagle River High School art teacher Jacob Bera and Anchorage School District fine art coordinator Leah Maltbie. They tell us about an art project meant to show appreciation for everything healthcare workers have done during the COVID-19 pandemic.

With some reforms and a windfall of cash, Alaska lawmakers present a plan to fund ferries for over a year. And, the candidates running for Anchorage mayor represent a divided city. Plus, Fairbanks will try a new way of responding to mental health emergencies.

Farming in Alaska has changed and expanded in recent years. As seasons lengthen and innovations in farming techniques advance, advocates for eco-friendly farming see big potential.