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Write Kind of Travel

AK Fam has recently returned from the last of our travel extravangazas, we think. A short jaunt down to the magical Mt. Hood in Oregon provided a last gasp of summer coupled with autumn beauty, and recharged our souls for another few months. While sipping red wine before a roaring fireplace at the family cabin […]

Fun Friday Means Family-Friendly Events in Anchorage!

Ohhh, AKontheGO’ers; this is going to be one fun weekend of festivals and events in the greater Anchorage/MatSu area. Music, art, outdoor activities, the lineup is just too cool to miss. Here are our family’s best bets for tomorrow. Somehow we’ll fit it all in. Timing, people, it’s all in the timing… The Alaska Native […]

Oxygen and Octane Coming to Anchorage!

AKontheGO Fam loves to investigate new ways of having fun in Alaska, and this weekend is going to provide the perfect method to our madness… Alaska Coast magazine, staunch supporters of AKontheGO, is sponsoring its second Oxygen and Octane outdoor expo October 16-18 at the gorgeous Dena’ina Convention center in downtown Anchorage. It’s 50,000 square […]

AKontheGO’s Gear Swap Sweep

And so it begins, AKontheGO’ers; this weekend begins the annual rush to gear up for winter fun in Alaska. The first two of probably many gear swaps and sales have crossed my email path, but before I list their locations, here are our best tips for getting the most out of your favorite used-gear sale… […]

A Kid's Guide to Anchorage And Beyond

WRITTEN BY KIDS FOR KIDS. Featuring: Great Hikes, Places to Visit, and History.
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Alaska on the Go: Exploring the 49th State with Children

Get a copy of Alaska on the Go: Exploring the 49th State with Children to help you plan your trip, or as a gift for friends and family.
Order Here