Kim Sherry
Kim Sherry is a 4th generation Alaskan, who grew up in the small town of King Salmon. You may recognize her from the 3rd season of ‘The Great American Recipe’ on PBS as the first contestant ever coming from Alaska! Kim is an artist who currently specializes in pet portraits, but has also written and illustrated two children's books and owned a clothing business in Anchorage. Coming from a family of subsistence hunters and fishers, Kim is an avid gardener who has always had an appreciation for the outdoors and a reverence for the wildlife that sustained their community.
Keeping Alaska Native traditions alive through stories and songs | Hometown, Alaska
Ossie Kairaiuak discusses the generational importance of storytelling and how these stories continue through the modern age.
Food traditions, holiday cooking and Alaska ingredients with Francis Lam | Hometown, Alaska
Lam is a food journalist, cookbook editor and host of "The Splendid Table." He was also a judge on the recent season of "The Great American Recipe."
Discussing locally sourced food with Arctic Harvest Deliveries | Hometown, Alaska
Learn about what local foods are out there and what we can do to ensure our state’s food security. Bonus: Cooking tips from Kim Sherry!
Mr. Whitekeys says now is a great time to start birding in Anchorage | Hometown, Alaska
Learn everything you need to know to start birding—from the best birdwatching spots in town to how you can contribute to citizen science.
A deep dive into fungi facts and mushroom magic | Hometown, Alaska
Learn about fungi, mushroom cooking tips and more as host Kim Sherry explores the world of mushroom cultivation and foraging in Alaska.
Getting acquainted with our insect neighbors | Hometown, Alaska
We're joined by an entomologist to learn about the diverse species of bugs in Alaska, gardening tips and citizen science projects.
Exploring the Alaska Zoo | Hometown, Alaska
Hear about the unique history of our zoo and learn some interesting facts about the local fauna that we share this great state with.