alaska

In a time of what seems like mostly negative news, I found this story to be refreshing.

If you're stuck at home but still want to see the world these webcams will scratch your wanderlust itch.

So if you find yourself on the Kenai Peninsula and are in need of a bed for the night (or week), here you go.

I'm not quite sure why anybody would do this. A man in Alaska recently waded into a river where five hungry bears were feeding. He apparently thought a selfie with the bears in the background would be cool...

Ryan Cox, of Wasilla, Alaska, says, "Now may not be the best time to come over."

Hope you enjoy this time lapse view of our perfect landing - ON ICE!

I captured this time lapse video from the front seat basket of the sled at Paws for Adventure in Fairbanks, Alaska.

We had a close encounter with several of the mushers, including four-time champion, Martin Buser.

I was among the last to leave the dog yard, and it seemed like the dogs hated to see their new human friends and fans go!

During the ceremonial start of the race, Iditariders (highest bidders) get to ride along with he mushers during the trek through downtown Anchorage.

Dave and I were there, on 4th Street, as the trucks brought load after load, dumping and then spreading the snow in preparation for the ceremonial start.

An elf and his reindeer were walking down the highway... just another day in Alaska.