by ronmitchelladventure | Aug 28, 2011 | Alaska, North America, United States
Catch salmon for fresh food. Split stumps for firewood. Taste real Alaska…well, maybe not the winter. We see the furry seed of the fireweed climbing to the top of the stalk where it signifies the onset of winter. The nights grow black, and rains provide a small...
by ronmitchelladventure | Jul 26, 2011 | Alaska, North America, United States
Epilobium angustifolium…not a “Three Stooges” quote, but a complex name for a simple plant – Fireweed. The edible leaves of this wildflower rejuvenate rapidly after a fire. Flowers bloom from the bottom and signify the end of summer when they...
by ronmitchelladventure | Jul 12, 2011 | Alaska, North America, United States
Alaska Jack jumps into the back of Ranger Preston’s pick-up truck. Preston dresses in full gear. Mare, Shannon, Jenny and her dog Quark, join Jack and I in the back. Jordan stands off to the side. Preston turns on the sirens and police lights. We’re...
by ronmitchelladventure | May 25, 2011 | Alaska, North America, United States
Bears, bison and moose feed along the road from Fort Nelson, BC Canada to Whitehorse, Yukon Territory. This 12-hour drive takes a few hours longer because of intentional stops along the way. Got to sit and stare at the scenery while Jack my dog stretches his legs. The...
