Outdoor Explorer
Outdoor Explorer invites listeners to step outside into Alaska. Discover a new trail or fishing hole, learn what to pack, when to go, and most importantly how to stay safe. Learn about life-long fitness and get inspired to go outside in the backcountry from the people who know the land best – outdoor guides, park rangers, coaches, authors, artists, lodge owners, bush pilots, educators and you, the explorer.
Contact us: outdoorexplorer@alaskapublic.org
Listen to Outdoor Explorer on KSKA FM 91.1 in Anchorage, AK.
Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
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Hear about Nome as a crossroads of Indigenous history, gold-rush mayhem, Arctic survival and Michael’s own adventures. -
Hear from field biologists Dr. Kathy Kuletz and Steve Matsuoka, who have studied birds in Alaska for years. Their stories and advice help inform and inspire the next generation of field scientists. -
How does a family that camps together stay together? The Graziano family camps, hunts, paddles and skis year-round and still enjoy exploring Alaska as a family. Hear their tips for exploring the state. -
We hear from author Erin Kirkland and head up to the Alaska State Parks Families to Parks day at Independence Mine State Historical Park to learn more and talk to families who get out there. -
Debbie Miller writes books that dive into nature and help both children and adult readers explore and understand the outdoors in the state. -
As the summer speeds by, Alaskans are making the most of the long days playing and working outside. This episode features one family who make their livelihood operating a flying service and remote cabin. -
What does it mean to live a life shaped by wild places? This week on Outdoor Explorer, we talk with author and adventurer Jon Waterman. From rescuing climbers on Denali to crossing the Arctic alone, Jon shares what he’s learned, including powerful lessons from Indigenous communities he’s met along the way. -
As summer arrives many of us head to our state parks and increasing use can cause impacts to natural resources that affect our experiences. However, it doesn't have to be this way. -
On June 5, the Hall will induct the class of 2025. We hear about the people and the moments that comprise this year’s inductees. -
Public use cabins are popular in Alaska and demand exceeds supply. Host Paul Twardock sits down with representatives from Arctic Valley and Alaska Huts to learn about their new public use cabins.
