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The Rose of WrangellOblates of Mary Immaculate, Jesuits, and diocesan priests collaborated to take the faith "way up north," beginning with St. Rose of Lima Church in Wrangell.("Cradles of Catholicism" series, no. 39, Alaska)2025-07-1107 minNews of the NorthNews of the NorthHousing For SEARHC and Affordable Juneau CoalitionThree proposed ballot measures backed by the Affordable Juneau Coalition face a signature deadline today.Supporters must deliver signatures to the city clerk’s office by the close of business to get the initiatives on the ballot.Citizens can sign any or all of the three petition booklets.In Sitka, a measure to limit cruise ship traffic has failed at the ballot box. Unofficial results from Wednesday’s special election show Proposition 1 losing by nearly a 3-to-1 margin.The citizen-led initiative, supported by Small Town...2025-05-3008 minWho Runs This ParkWho Runs This ParkWrangell - St Elias National Park Superintendent: Ben BobowskiWhat does it mean to lead the largest national park in the United States—one that’s bigger than Yellowstone, Yosemite, and Switzerland combined? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ben Bobowski, Superintendent of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve in southeastern Alaska. With over 13 million acres of towering peaks, vast glaciers, and deep cultural history, this park is not only massive, but awe-inspiring.Ben shares his journey through the National Park Service—from his beginnings as a wildlife biologist to leading teams at Rocky Mountain National Park and serving internationally as a Fulbright Global Scholar. We talk a...2025-05-2044 minNews of the NorthNews of the NorthCruises, Docks and Harbors and Downtown RalliesCruise Ship Fees May Rise in Juneau Docking costs could nearly double for cruise ships and large yachts visiting Juneau starting in 2026. The Docks and Harbors Board is proposing a new fee structure for vessels 200 feet or longer, charging $7.32 per foot or $7 per lower berth—whichever is more. A public hearing is scheduled for 5 p.m. tonight at the Port Director’s Office and online.Cruise Industry, City Meet Today City officials and cruise industry representatives, including CLIA Alaska, are meeting today at noon to discuss the 2025 season. The joint session in Assembly Chambers aims to a...2025-04-2409 minOutdoor Adventure SeriesOutdoor Adventure SeriesTravel Wrangell: Alaska’s Hidden Gem and Rich Indigenous CultureTravel Wrangell: Alaska’s Hidden Gem and Rich Indigenous Culture.Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! Today, J.R Meek, the new Marketing and Community Development Coordinator for Travel Wrangell, and Ed Caum, the Tourism Coordinator for the Wrangell Cooperative Association, join us to share the wonders of Wrangell, Alaska.Situated in the breathtaking southeast region of Alaska, Wrangell is a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Inside Passage. J.R and Ed reveal the rich history, culture, and unparalleled natural beauty that make Wrangell a must-visit destination for independent travelers and na...2025-04-0157 minTales From The Dark ForestTales From The Dark Forest*WARNING* Government Agent BARELY ESCAPES THIS at Wrangell-St. Elias National ParkJoin us on a heart-stopping adventure to Wrangell-St Elias National Park, where scientists are pushing the limits of human exploration! From treacherous mountain peaks to uncharted glaciers, these brave researchers are facing death-defying challenges to uncover the secrets of this unforgiving wilderness. Get ready for a thrilling journey that will take your breath away! 📧  Email me your scary story: ZakBabyTV@gmail.com   📧  Submit your Scary Story to Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ZakBabyTV_Stories/ Listen & download your favorite scary stories: 🎵 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/48Kn8cTUWszpbDlQLAMUpv 🎵 Apple Podcast - https://podcast...2025-03-2335 minThe Joy Trip ProjectThe Joy Trip ProjectFrom Wrangell With LoveIn 2024 the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree was harvested and delivered from the Tongass National Forest of Wrangell Alaska. For the tenth year in a row, I had the rare privilege to be the official photographer of The People’s Tree. In cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service and the Society of American Foresters we brought an 80-foot Sitka Spruce to the west lawn of the U.S. Capitol Building on a journey of more than 4,000 miles. Taking pictures along the way, we also gathered audio and video to tell this amazing story. In this special edition of the Jo...2024-12-2438 minDestination AlaskaDestination AlaskaVisiting Wrangell-St. Elias in 2025Planning to visit Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in 2025 as part of an Alaska trip? Listen to this first! Join me as I sit down (virtually) with Jamie, public relations officer for Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve, to discuss what visitors need to know and updates for visitors this coming year. This is the audio-only version of the Wrangell-St. Elias video in my 2025 Alaska Seminar Series. You can watch the video version on YouTube. 🗞️ Here are some extra resources to help you plan your trip to Wrangell-St. Elias: Wrangell-St.Elias National Park & Preserve (offic...2024-12-1924 minNational Park After DarkNational Park After DarkMadness in McCarthy. Wrangell St. Elias National Park. Part 2.Today we follow Elishaba and Jerusalem’s escape through the unforgiving terrain of Wrangell - St. Elias National Park. With their father right on their tail and temperatures dropping far into the negatives, they’re in a fight for survival. *Trigger Warning: This episode contains domestic and sexual abuse.* Resources: Book: Out of the Wilderness Escaping My Father’s Prison and My journey to Forgiveness by Elishaba Doerkson. For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials at: Instagram: @nation...2024-12-161h 07Destination AlaskaDestination AlaskaVisiting Wrangell-St. Elias in 2023So you want to visit Wrangell-St. Elias National Park & Preserve in 2023? You've come to the right place! I sat down (virtually) with Carrie Wittmer, team lead for the Division of Interpretation & Education, to discuss visiting Wrangell-St. Elias this summer; this is the audio-only version of our conversation which was originally video. You'll learn things like: ★ Important info about the size and geography of Wrangell-St. Elias ★ A run-through of the access points and visitor centers in the park ★ Tips on safely visiting, hiking, seeing glaciers, and other things to do And SO much more!2024-12-1440 minSoundologiaSoundologiaEpisode 13: Between Becoming and Improvising with Someone I’ve Never Met: Catalina von Wrangell & Rachel Joy WeissIn this episode, Catalina von Wrangell and Rachel Joy Weiss, two talented female artists, discussed their music careers as composers and performers. They presented their works and talked about their collaborative project, “Between Becoming.” Wrangell highlighted the importance of storytelling in music art and explored how poetry and music create an engaging narrative. She introduced […] Source2024-10-231h 23SoundologiaSoundologiaEpisode 13: Between Becoming and Improvising with Someone I’ve Never Met: Catalina von Wrangell & Rachel Joy WeissIn this episode, Catalina von Wrangell and Rachel Joy Weiss, two talented female artists, discussed their music careers as composers and performers. They presented their works and talked about their collaborative project, “Between Becoming.” Wrangell highlighted the importance of storytelling in music art and explored how poetry and music create an engaging narrative. She introduced […] Source2024-10-231h 23Global TreasuresGlobal TreasuresSeason 2 - Episode 21 - Kluane, Wrangell-St. Elias, Glacier Bay, Tatshenshini-Alsek (Canada)Embark on an epic journey with Keith and Abigail in this awe-inspiring episode of Global Treasures as we explore the vast wilderness of Kluane/Wrangell-St. Elias/Glacier Bay/Tatshenshini-Alsek. This transboundary UNESCO World Heritage site, straddling Alaska (USA) and Canada's Yukon and British Columbia, has been captivating visitors since its inscription in 1979. Join us as we delve into the rich history, diverse ecosystems, and breathtaking landscapes of this natural wonder, home to the world's largest non-polar icefield. From towering glaciers to rugged mountain peaks, we'll guide you through this pristine wilderness. Whether you're an adventure enthusiast or armchair traveler...2024-10-0927 minBig Blend RadioBig Blend RadioAdventures in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, AlaskaFrom driving the infamous McCarthy Road and touring Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark to hiking forests and spectacular Root Glacier, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast is all about Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in remote Alaska. Spanning 13.2 million acres, Wrangell-St. Elias is the largest national park in the U.S. It’s a veritable mecca for adventurers and nature lovers and boasts lush forests, sprawling glaciers, and towering mountains, with dynamic rivers snaking throughout the landscape. Read Debbie's story and watch the video from her trip, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/lis...2024-09-2530 minParks & TravelParks & TravelAdventures in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, AlaskaFrom driving the infamous McCarthy Road and touring Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark to hiking forests and spectacular Root Glacier, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast is all about Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in remote Alaska.   Spanning 13.2 million acres, Wrangell-St. Elias is the largest national park in the U.S. It’s a veritable mecca for adventurers and nature lovers and boasts lush forests, sprawling glaciers, and towering mountains, with dynamic rivers snaking throughout the landscape. Read Debbie's story and watch the video from her trip, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/wra...2024-09-2530 minGlobal Adventures with Debbie StoneGlobal Adventures with Debbie StoneAdventures in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, AlaskaFrom driving the infamous McCarthy Road and touring Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark to hiking forests and spectacular Root Glacier, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Global Adventures with Debbie Stone" Podcast is all about Wrangell-St. Elias National Park in remote Alaska.   Spanning 13.2 million acres, Wrangell-St. Elias is the largest national park in the U.S. It’s a veritable mecca for adventurers and nature lovers and boasts lush forests, sprawling glaciers, and towering mountains, with dynamic rivers snaking throughout the landscape. Read Debbie's story and watch the video from her trip, here: https://nationalparktraveling.com/listing/wra...2024-09-2530 minKRBD Evening ReportKRBD Evening ReportThursday, August 15, 2024 We continue our interview series with the District 1 House candidates ahead of the primary. Wrangell stalls on replacing a dock that can be critical for boaters making their way between Wrangell and Ketchikan.  2024-08-1614 min100 Places With the Freshest Air100 Places With the Freshest AirWrangell-St. Elias National Park, Alaska, USAWrangell-St. Elias National Park, Alaska, USA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-08-1605 minAmerican Indian AirwavesAmerican Indian AirwavesSouthern Alaska Native Nations’ Intervention: Stopping the Mining Industry & Protecting Futures“Southern Alaska Native Nations’ Intervention: Stopping the Extractive Mining Industry from Maiming and Extinguishing Life” Today on American Indian Airwaves, we go to southeast Alaska and British Colombia (B.C.), Canada, to discuss the Southeast Alaska Indigenous Transboundary Commission (SEITC), which consists of 15 Indigenous nations in southeast Alaska and rooted along Canada’s transboundary rivers, recent submission of a formal request with the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, a legal organization that is part of the Organization of American States (OAS), to halt the protracted and reckless mining activities that are violating Indigenous peoples human rights throughout the region. Dozens of minin...2024-08-1557 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedStar of Bengal Bonus: The Taylors' VersionWhen Bill Taylor was a young boy, he accompanied his father on board the steamship Hattie Gage, as it towed the Star of Bengal to sea. Thanks to advances in AI audio restoration, for the first time ever, you can now hear the story in his own words. Learn more, and read a transcript, at http://wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/blog/taylors-version2024-07-3040 minATV-TALK A Motorsport PodcastATV-TALK A Motorsport PodcastEpisode 298 Julian Hoefert: “ A First Ride on a 3-Wheeled Rocket”Julian never would have guessed after riding the Ironman in Vegas to Reno that he would be in Mexico riding a YZ 450 3-Wheeler for the first time.Racing flat-track 3-wheelers and 4-wheelers for most of his life, desert racing was not on Julian's radar until it became a reality.The 3-wheeler industry is small but consists of a devoted group of loyal people riding machines that the news and government have tried to squash.Participating in the ATV-TALK motorsports podcast story on YouTube helped Wrangell Goobler and Julian Hoefert to spend some time...2024-06-1252 minAlaska Uncovered PodcastAlaska Uncovered PodcastExploring Wrangell-St Elias National Park with Avery MozenText us your questions to answer on a future episode (if you want me to contact you, please include your email)Avery Mozen joins Jennie to talk about growing up in remote McCarthy in Wrangell-St Elias National Park, and guiding trips with visitors into the park as an adult. Support us on Patreon as a free or paid subscriber (join by May 15th and get a founding member sticker!)Shop all our Alaska Travel planners and premade itinerariesBook a trip in W...2024-05-1546 minATV-TALK A Motorsport PodcastATV-TALK A Motorsport PodcastEpisode 294 Wrangell Gubler: “ Goals Are Set, But This One Remains the Ultimate”Wrangell Gubler burst onto the three-wheeler scene by winning the Vegas to Reno race on a Honda ATC 350X, completing the event solo—an achievement previously thought impossible.In 2023, Wrangell was invited to join a team for the Norra, a staged rally race in Baja California, Mexico, resembling a traditional rally.Following the event, Wrangell and his new friend Julian Hoefert decided to compete in the 2024 Norra on a hybrid YZ 450F three-wheeler that Wrangell built for himself. This machine, along with others, is featured on the ATV-TALK motorsports podcast on YouTube.A ye...2024-05-1554 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedStrange Customs, Part III: With Justice for AllThe Army has its man, but the Courts have the final say. A gruesome death threatens to rekindle a bloody conflict between the Army the Tlingit. And Senator John Hipple Mitchell flexes his political muscle to shut down the Army’s case against his henchman, John Carr. Learn more and read a transcript at http://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/strangecustoms2024-02-2951 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedStrange Customs, Part II: Fools Rush InThe Cassiar Gold Rush floods Fort Wrangel with miners, merchants, and people hoping to make it rich. Deputy Collector John Carr makes his stake on smuggling, extortion, and fraud. While he makes friends with the local merchants, he finds an enemy in a man called King Lear. As the gears of government turn, Army has surprises in store. Learn more and read a transcript at http://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/strangecustoms2024-02-2246 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedStrange Customs, Part I: The Ring of CorruptionIt’s a true story of crime in the Alaskan frontier. Our story kicks off with the many lives of John Carr, a career criminal on the run from justice. When he finds his calling in Portland’s criminal underground, the doors of political power open for him — including one in far away Fort Wrangel, at the peak of the Cassiar Gold Rush. Learn more and read a transcript at http://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/strangecustoms2024-02-1546 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedStrange Customs: Sneak PeekStrange Customs is a three-part series debuting Thursday, February 15, 2024 and each week after! Subscribe to Wrangell History Unlocked on your favorite podcast app, or visit http://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/strangecustoms2024-02-0903 minMountain & Prairie with Ed RobersonMountain & Prairie with Ed RobersonIvy Spohnholz - Climate Solutions, Sustainable Fisheries, and Resilient Communities Ivy Spohnholz is the Alaska State Director at The Nature Conservancy, where she leads the organization’s critical work around climate solutions, sustainable fisheries, and resilient communities. Given its size, location, climate, demographics, and economics, Alaska presents a very unique blend of conservation challenges– challenges that can directly affect massive, landscape-scale ecosystems and the communities within them. We’ve rarely if ever dug into the details of conservation in Alaska on this podcast, so I was thrilled to have Ivy join me for such an in-depth conversation. - Ivy was born in a dry log cabin...2024-01-301h 06Wrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedStar of Bengal Bonus: The James Kennedy TapesJames Kennedy was the Chief Engineer aboard the steamship Kayak the night the Star of Bengal was lost forever. Today, you'll hear the story in James Kennedy's own words. Thanks to his grandson, Bob Kennedy, we'll play a tape recording of him from 1947. And thanks to his great-great-grandson John Schenk, we'll hear his testimony read aloud from 1908. Taken together, it's one man's story of a harrowing, deadly night. Transcript and more available at http://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/star Have a piece of the Star of Bengal story to share? Get in touch! wrangellpod@gmail...2024-01-2922 minKFSK Midday MagazineKFSK Midday MagazineFriday, December 1, 2023Wrangell Search and Rescue teams located the body of a fifth victim of the Wrangell landslide;the federal government awarded the Alaska Marine Highway System $132 million to revitalize the state's ferries;and healthcare providers and patients in Sitka are concerned about whether or not SEARHC will sustain its in-home medical services.2023-12-0116 minKFSK Midday MagazineKFSK Midday MagazineWednesday, November 29, 2023Phones and internet are back online for residents in Wrangell cut off after last week's landslide; scientists say climate change is driving more landslides in Southeast Alaska. That means communities are more at risk from slides like the one in Wrangell last week; Petersburg high school students learn about fish by raising and releasing salmon into the wild. 2023-11-2915 minAction LineAction LineThere has been a major landslide in WrangellHost Jordan Lewis reports on a landslide that occurred Monday night in Wrangell. He also reports on a two-week trial where a Juneau jury found 47-year-old Sonya Helen Taton guilty of multiple counts for the Jun. 17, 2019 murder of Gregory Bowen and the Feb. 13, 2016 stabbing of Michael Garrison. 2023-11-2107 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedWrangell Votes for PresidentElection results help historians to track change over time. Today’s episode covers votes for president from Wrangell 1960 - 2020. If you'd like to follow along with charts, visit us at http://wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/president2023-11-0515 minThe Northern Hunter PodcastThe Northern Hunter PodcastHorsin’ Around in the Backcountry with Lowell GillilandWe continue speaking with Lowell Gilliland, the founder of Wrangell Specialty Outdoor Equipment, to dive deeper into his experiences in Alaska and tell a very interesting tale of mishaps and hard work in the backcountry. Apply 10% off to the WRANGELL Captain's Duffel with the promo code "TheNorthernHunter10" at checkout! Check out Wrangellgear.com/captains-duffell to find yours! Today’s discussion includes: Early days of guiding Hunting with horses Airplanes or air mattresses Lessons learned & success Follow Wrangell on IG or FB by...2023-10-191h 28The Northern Hunter PodcastThe Northern Hunter PodcastFrom Guiding to Gear with Lowell GillilandToday James and Mo sit down with Lowell, the founder of Wrangell Specialty Outdoor Equipment. He shares his story of going from an Alaskan guide to crafting ultra tough gear built to last season after season. Apply 10% off to the WRANGELL Captain's Duffel with the promo code "TheNorthernHunter10" at checkout! Wrangellgear.com/captains-duffell Today’s discussion includes: Getting into guiding Designing custom gear Inventory breakdown Life as an entrepreneur To keep up with all content from The Northern Hunter Media check out our website: thenorthernhunter.com ...2023-10-161h 26Dear Bob and Sue: A National Parks PodcastDear Bob and Sue: A National Parks PodcastWrangell - St Elias National Park and the Road to McCarthyHugging the eastern border of Alaska, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve is a breathtaking example of raw and untamed nature. At a staggering 13.2 million acres, it holds the title of the largest national park in the United States. Its vast wilderness holds some of the most dramatic landscapes in the world, including the Wrangell Mountains and the coastal St. Elias Range, home to the second-highest peak in the U.S., Mount Saint Elias.The park is not just known for its geology and natural wonders; it also preserves numerous historic sites, including the Kennecott Mines National...2023-09-1441 minAlaska Wild ProjectAlaska Wild ProjectAWP Episode 132 ”Gear Review Sesh”Daniel Buitrago, Brandon Fifield, Jack Lau & The "Mayor" review new gear & gadgets the crew picked up this season - We'll provide provide some insight, opinions and information to digest as prepare you gear list this season -   Western Susitna Access Information chat, the Mayors signature new Salsa Line (Roll’n Smoke, City Slicker, Fairbanks Fire, North Slope Gold), gear review items (Black Diamond Tipi, Kifaru Slick Sleeping Bag, Steri-Pen, Stone Glacier Cirque Vest, SG SQ2 Alpine Gaiters, Sitka Drifter Duffle 75L, Sage Drybrush Dry Bags (Sure-Dry Hip Pack, Waterproof Gun Scabbard/Case, Duffle Pack) Spot Hog...2023-09-113h 04Wrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedThe Illuminating Life of Private PalmerWhen Merlin Elmer Palmer joined the Marines, he sealed his legacy. He lives on as the namesake of two American Legion Posts today. But who was he? Today, we chart his incredible life story, from his roots in Nebraska, through adventures in Alaska, to his service in World War 1. Battle sequences are reconstructed using artillery and ammo sound effects. Pictures, news clippings, and episode transcript here: http://wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/palmer2023-05-2650 minThe Young Guides PodcastThe Young Guides PodcastEpisode #67: Lowell Gilliland of Wrangell Gear - Alaska Outdoor Gear. Alaska HuntingOn this episode of The Young Guides Podcast, Keaton and a Kyle chat with Lowell Gilliland of Wrangell Gear. Lowell started Wrangell Gear to create products and build outdoor equipment better and more efficient for the backcountry outdoorsman. Lowell’s story is great, from guiding, to fixing and making custom gear to now creating ultralight backpacks for the Alaskan hunter. This is a great episode for anyone interested in outdoor startups, manufacturing in Alaska and a deep dive into backpack specs! Wrangell Gear: https://www.wrangellgear.com Our Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://theyoungguidespodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Alaska Rod Co.: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ht...2023-05-251h 49Ice and FireIce and Fireflyover​In this introductory episode of season one of the Ice and Fire podcast, hear from your host, Theresa Soley, as she shares her unexpected interest in glacial ice.topics and purpose: geological history and glacier change, an introduction to characters, scene-setting: Wrangell Mountains Center in McCarthy, Alaska – the end of the road and Wrangell St.-Elias National Park; visualizing the presently glaciated landscape from above during a flyoverterms defined: glacier, icefield, debris-covered glaciernotes: the Hardware Store in McCarthy is typically referred to as the...2023-03-0124 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedGuest Episode: "The Other Routes to the Klondike" (Klondike Gold Rush History Podcast)Today, we’re honored to feature a guest episode from the incredible podcast series, Klondike Gold Rush History Podcast. In this installment, hosts Pascale and Keith Halliday explain the routes to the gold fields, and why those who came through Wrangell were described as “unfortunate dupes.” Find Klondike Gold Rush History Podcast online at www.klondikegoldrush.org.2023-02-2423 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedThe Mystery of Deadmans IslandThere’s an old Wrangell legend that dead Chinese cannery workers were left in barrels on Deadmans Island. This legend has been printed, quoted, and repeated. But there are reasons to doubt it's true. To find some answers, we dig into the burial traditions of Chinese, European, and Tlingit residents of southeast Alaska. learn more: http://wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/deadmansisland contact us: wrangellpod@gmail.com2023-01-1653 minEnd of The RoadEnd of The RoadCopper River MagicSeason 3 of our End of the Road Podcast Series features handpicked stories from the 2022 Storytelling Festival in Kennicott-McCarthy. The Wrangell Mountains Center hosted 3 days of grassroots storytelling that summer, featuring local and visiting storytellers. In this episode, storytelling contest winner Bill Mann brought the house down and had us in stitches with his animated rendition about a Copper River fishing trip with his brother-in-law, our very own, Howard Mozen. And Nancy Cook captivated the Old Hardware Store audience with her distinctive Nancy Cook style, telling of a magical Riversong trip with fellow artists down the...2022-12-0226 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedRise & Fall of the Star of Bengal V: The Captain's DaughterIt’s the the Roaring 20s. This is the true story of Joan Lowell, a beautiful young woman with a story to tell – including one about her father’s shipwreck, the Star of Bengal. This is a tale of Hollywood, Broadway, a best-selling book, and the invention of a great American hoax. Learn more: http://wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/star2022-09-3050 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedRise & Fall of the Star of Bengal IV: AccusationsThe steamship captains are once again in a fight for their lives, this time to clear their names. The investigation into the wreck of the Star of Bengal takes unexpected twists and turns, as a Wrangell witness drops a bombshell. We deconstruct the chief inspector’s report, and show what he got wrong. Learn more: http://wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/star2022-09-2350 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedRise & Fall of the Star of Bengal III: SurvivalThe only hope of rescue for the Star of Bengal lies with the two steamships Hattie Gage and Kayak, but both of them are in a race for their lives. We’ll use eyewitness statements to reconstruct the ship’s final moments and the accusations of cowardice against the steamship captains. Learn more: http://wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/star2022-09-1650 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedRise & Fall of the Star of Bengal II: FarewellIt’s the summer of 1908, and the Star of Bengal bids farewell to San Francisco. After a long, hard season of fishing and canning salmon, the 138 men throw a farewell party before sailing home. But a dark fate lays ahead. Learn more: wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/star2022-09-0950 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedRise & Fall of the Star of Bengal I: A Star is BornThere are many stories about the Star of Bengal. In our first episode, we introduce you to some of its best-known legends. We’ll take you back to 1874 when Irish shipbuilders Harland & Wolff launched the Star of Bengal, through its decades at sea, up to Alaska. Learn more: http://wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/star2022-09-0250 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedRise & Fall of the Star of Bengal: Coming SoonAnnouncing a new series from Wrangell History Unlocked, Rise & Fall of the Star of Bengal. This preview features the 60-second trailer, a brief introduction from the author, and a 3m 30sec clip from Episode 1. learn more: http://wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/star contact: wrangellpod@gmail.com2022-08-2206 minGarrison C. Gibson -Essays, Stories, PoemsGarrison C. Gibson -Essays, Stories, PoemsHas the time arrived for fish farming at Wrangell Alaska?This episode is also available as a blog post: https://garycgibson.wordpress.com/2022/02/07/has-the-time-arrived-for-fish-farming-at-wrangell-alaska/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/garrison-clifford-gibson/support2022-02-0701 minViaggi alla RadioViaggi alla RadioViaggi alla Radio: Stati Uniti puntata dedicata a Wrangell St Elias National ParkVenerdì 5 novembre 2021 - Riascolta la puntata di Viaggi alla Radio in cui Josie Di Giorgio ha parlato della Stati Uniti e più precisamente di #Wrangell St Elias National Park. #viaggio #radio #travel #viaggiare #viaggi #fotografia #photography #vacanze #holidays #trip #instatravel #mare #sea #montagna #mountain #travelblogger #vacanza #holiday #natura #nature #picoftheday #travelling #foto #photo #amore #love #landscape #paesaggio #relax #StatiUniti #USA2021-11-0503 minViaggi alla RadioViaggi alla RadioViaggi alla Radio: Stati Uniti puntata dedicata a Wrangell.Sabato 23 ottobre 2021 - Riascolta la puntata di Viaggi alla Radio in cui Josie Di Giorgio ha parlato della Stati Uniti e più precisamente di #Wrangell. #viaggio #radio #travel #viaggiare #viaggi #fotografia #photography #vacanze #holidays #trip #instatravel #mare #sea #montagna #mountain #travelblogger #vacanza #holiday #natura #nature #picoftheday #travelling #foto #photo #amore #love #landscape #paesaggio #relax #StatiUniti #USA2021-10-2304 minArchiving AK with the UAA/APU ArchivesArchiving AK with the UAA/APU ArchivesGreat Basin Institute & Wrangell St. Elias National Park & PreserveIn this episode, Arlene talks with Desiree Ramirez, Alissa Gardner, and Chris Warner. Desiree is the museum specialist at Wrangell - St. Elias National Park and Preserve, Alissa and Chris are with The Great Basin Institute. The Great Basin Institute provides opportunities for people to get experience in natural and cultural heritage work throughout the United States and they're partnering with Wrangell St. Elias Park to allow the Park to make more of their archival collection accessible. In this episode we talk about that project, the types of materials held in the archives at Wrangell St. Elias, The Great Basin...2021-10-1529 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedJohn Muir and the Fire on the MountainOn a stormy night in 1879, John Muir climbed the mountain behind Fort Wrangel, Alaska and built a fire so large it lit up the sky. The reaction of the surprised Tlingit villagers below has gone down in legend, misunderstood and maligned for over a century. In today’s episode, we’ll look at the conflicts at play in John Muir‘s life to understand why he built the fire. We’ll dive into the people and places mentioned in the story. And, for the first time ever, we’ll offer a date for the night of John Muir’s fir...2021-08-2843 minThe CharacterStrong PodcastThe CharacterStrong PodcastThe Impact That One Display Case Can Make - Addy EscoAddy Esco is a native Texan but has made Alaska her home for the last 10 years. After completing her Bachelor's and Master's programs in Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin she relocated to Wrangell, Alaska. Addy's life was forever changed as a teenager by a few people willing to invest in relationships, so this work is her passion. After working in clinical mental health as an LCSW for 7.5 years Addy completed a school counselor certification program and transitioned full time into the school setting to work with students. She just completed my 2nd year as Wrangell...2021-08-2015 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedThe Trial of John Boyd for the Murder of Thomas O'BrienIn December 1878, Fort Wrangel, Alaska is a lawless place. No one is in charge. Chaos reigns. When a gold miner is shot dead inside a saloon, the people in Fort Wrangel are forced to bring the murderer to justice. See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/john-boyd2021-05-1325 minGunalchéesh!Gunalchéesh!Airing Mondays at 1 PM Alaska Time on KSTK Wrangell“Gunalchéesh!” now airs Mondays at 1 PM on KSTK Wrangell and KSTK.org.  The show continues to air Thursday nights at 10:06 PM on KCAW Sitka and KCAW.org as well as on KRBD  Ketchikan and KRBD.org.  "Gunalchéesh!" podcast updated Fridays.2021-05-0700 minGunalchéesh!Gunalchéesh!Tlingit with Cyril George, Virginia Oliver, and Mia WiederspoonThis week on “Gunalchéesh!”, we will hear Cyril George speak in  Tlingit as well as teacher Virginia Oliver and student Mia Wiederspoon  from Wrangell. In between, hear two songs each by Sondra Segundo (Haida)  and Robert Davidson (Haida) as well as songs by Dave Nelson III  (Ts’msyen), Terri-Lynn Williams-Davidson (Haida), Charlie Joseph  (Tlingit), Dionne Brady-Howard (Tlingit), and Cheryl Naomi Sampson  (Ts’msyen). Hosted by K’yuuhlgáansii (kyooth-GAWN-see, “Place of One’s  Own”, Haida) on Lingit Aani (Tlingit land) in Sitka, Alaska. Radio show #94 aired March 25th on KCAW Sitka and KCAW.org (April 1st on KRBD Ketchikan and KRB...2021-04-0254 minPick.Click.Give.CastPick.Click.Give.CastWrangell Mountains Center's Jon ErdmanJon Erdman, the Executive Director of Wrangell Mountains Center, joins the show to discuss their core focuses, Alaska's connection to art and nature, how they've evolved, the importance of immersion, supporting research, the magic of nature, their own podcast, the impact of donations, and more.2021-03-3131 minGunalchéesh!Gunalchéesh!Tlingit Lessons, a Story, and ConversationThis week on “Gunalchéesh!”, we feature the Tlingit language.  We will hear teacher Virginia Oliver and student Mia Wiederspoon from Wrangell. We will hear a production of “The Town Bear and The Forest Bear” with Ethel Makinen.  We will also hear the end of a conversation between Lorraine Adams and Vincent Johnson.  In between, hear two songs by Sondra Segundo (Haida) as well as songs by Dave Nelson III (Ts’msyen), Guujaaw (Haida), Pamyua (Yupik), Khu.éex' (Tlingit), and Dionne Brady-Howard (Tlingit). Hosted by K'yuuhlgáansii (kyooth-GAWN-see, "Place of One's Own", Haida) on Lingit Aani (Tlingit land) in Sitka, Alaska.  ...2021-03-2654 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedReading Wrangell HistoriansThis week, we recognize some of the outstanding authors in Wrangell history. Authors featured include: Patricia A. Neal, Bonnie Demerjian, Pat Roppel, Frances Lackey Paul, Debra Komar, and Dr. Emily L. Moore. See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/reading-wrangell-historians2021-03-1022 minGunalchéesh!Gunalchéesh!Tlingit Conversation and a Ts’msyen StoryThis week on “Gunalchéesh!”, we feature the Tlingit and Ts’msyen  languages.  We hear more of the conversation between Dr. Walter Soboleff  and George Ramos, and we will hear Wrangell Tlingit teacher Virginia  Oliver and her student Mia Wiederspoon.  In the Ts’msyen language, we  will hear the story “How the oolichan net came to be” read by Ellen  Mason.  In between segments,  we hear 2 songs by Sondra Segundo (Haida)  as well as songs by Dave Nelson III (Ts’msyen), Terri-Lynn  Williams-Davidson (Haida), Khu.éex' (Tlingit), Roby Littlefield  (Tlingit), and Robert Davidson (Haida). K’yuuhlgáansii  (Haida) hosts from Lingit Aani (T...2021-03-0554 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedReverend Corser's RebellionIn 1899, amidst the chaos of the Klondike Gold Rush, a new minister arrived in Fort Wrangel to serve to a congregation split along racial lines. The Reverend H.P. Corser became an advocate for his Alaska Native congregation and challenged his superiors in the church. The conflict set Reverend Corser, and his congregation, on a path of exodus. See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/corser2021-02-0633 minCommentary Archives - KCAWCommentary Archives - KCAWCommentary: A haulout will benefit more than Sitka’s boats Hello, my name is Mia Anderson. I am a high school junior at Mt. Edgecumbe High School and I am also a fisherwoman. Note: The opinions expressed in commentaries on KCAW are those of the author, and are not necessarily shared by the station’s board, staff, or volunteers. Mia Anderson For the past few years, I have spent my summers working on a commercial fishing boat. During my first summer, I traveled to Wrangell, Alaska, to help out with maintenance work that needed to be done on the boat. I helped with work such as...2021-01-1300 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedThe Christmas Bombardment: Part IIAfter Christmas Day 1869 turned into a bloody mess, the United States Army opened fire on the Tlingit village of Ḵaachx̱ an.áakʼw. The bombardment lasted two days, and ended with the first murder trial held by the United States in Alaska. In Part II of The Christmas Bombardment, we'll look at the days, months, and years that followed. See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/bombardment2020-12-2159 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedThe Christmas Bombardment: Part IWhen William Tamaree was six years old, the US Army fired cannons on his village, Ḵaachx̱ an.áakʼw, kicked off by a drunken party on Christmas Day 1869. He revealed a new version of the story, that unraveled a massive coverup and days of violence. Tamaree’s story forces us to rethink what we know about the event known as The Bombardment of Wrangel. In Part I, we’ll set the stage, by looking at the events leading up to Christmas Day, 1869. We’ll shine a light on the key players, who become the important figures in the story.2020-12-2059 minMade for You and Me: America\'s National ParksMade for You and Me: America's National Parks11: Wrangell–St. Elias National Park and PreserveWe take you to Alaska to talk about one of the most underrated parks in the U.S. Park System (in our opinion).  Larger than the country of Switzerland, Wrangell-St. Elias boasts some of the tallest peaks in North America and has millions of acers of land that is as exactly as it was thousands and thousands of years ago.2020-12-091h 02End of The RoadEnd of The RoadE4: Community and Conflict | The Story of Sally Gibert Part TwoWhen Papa Pilgrim came to town, back in the early 2000s, tensions flared, bringing to a head decades of conflict between the National Parks Service and the community of private land holders in the Wrangell Mountains. With SWAT teams descending on the tiny town of McCarthy, the Pilgrim fiasco grabbed national headlines and ignited a nation-wide political mobilization. Behind the scenes, though, Sally would work with patience and collaboration to help bring about a shift that would change the perspective and culture of the National Parks Service and the McCarthy community, a positive change that would long o...2020-11-2528 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedTillie Paul Tamaree & The Right to VoteIn 1923, two respected Tlingit elders in Wrangell were arrested. Charlie Jones was charged with illegal voting and perjury for voting in the 1922 general election. And Tillie Paul Tamaree was accused of inducing him to do it. The arrests were the latest escalation in a long, simmering battle over Alaska Native rights. This is the story of what happened in Wrangell, before Election Day, on Election Day, and after. The arrest of Charlie Jones and Tillie Paul-Tamaree wasn’t just about politics. It was about family. See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at https://www...2020-10-2442 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedThe Murder of Harry NakamotoA member of a prominent Wrangell family is arrested for murder after an encounter on Cow Alley leaves one man dead. The year is 1921. The trial of Charles Lynch for the murder of Harry Nakamoto features some of Alaska's biggest names. It paints a picture of what life was like in a politically-charged time in Wrangell history, and it offers a glimpse into to lives of Asian immigrants to Alaska. ------ See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/harry-nakamoto2020-09-2734 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedKing Lear of WrangellIn our first episode, we look at the life of William King Lear (1832 - 1915). He is best known as the man who owned Fort Wrangel during a gold rush. He defended his claim to own Fort Wrangel for decades, during which time he shaped the Wrangell we know today. See photos, read a transcript, and learn more at https://www.wrangellhistoryunlocked.com/king-lear2020-09-0236 minWrangell History UnlockedWrangell History UnlockedComing Soon: Wrangell History UnlockedThere are many histories of Alaska, and I’ve always wanted Wrangell to have its own. I want to focus the lens a little longer, and look a little more deeply, to find the forgotten stories. Join us on Wrangell History Unlocked. Each episode, we’ll dive into a different piece of Wrangell’s distant past. We’ll weave together stories from newspapers, archives, first-hand accounts, and more. Join me, Ronan Rooney, as we go to the past in Wrangell History Unlocked. ----------- If you have questions, contact wrangellpod@gmail.com2020-07-2900 minGunalchéesh!Gunalchéesh!Ts'msyen and TlingitThis  week on “Gunalchéesh!”, we feature the Ts'msyen and Tlingit languages.  In Ts'msyen, we hear the story "Little Porcupine Walks About" (Porcupine and Beaver) by Violet Robinson.  We hear two conversations in Tlingit;  George Ramos with Lena Farkas, and David Katzeek with George Davis.  In between, we hear songs in Haida, Tlingit, and Ts'msyen. Listen Live on Thursday nights from 10:06 to 11 PM Alaska Time on KCAW Sitka FM or KCAW.org and/or Friday nights at 9 PM on KSTK Wrangell FM or KSTK.org (aired July 2nd on KCAW Sitka and July 3rd on KSTK Wrang...2020-07-0953 minJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaWrangell’s Fish and Game office due to closeThe Southeast Alaska city of Wrangell stands to lose its Fish and Game office. That’s due to cost-cutting under Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s proposed budget. Local officials aren’t taking the news lying down.2019-12-1800 minJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaA Wrangell man’s unlikely DIY case against city hall is headed for trialIn Wrangell, a former candidate for mayor is fighting city hall via a handwritten lawsuit alleging cronyism in the City and Borough of Wrangell2019-10-1100 minJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaWrangell aims to put itself on the virtual mapWrangell’s local government recently Googled itself. And didn’t like what it saw. Now, the city is working with a contractor to brush up its online image.2019-08-2300 minJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaGround broken at soon-to-be SEARHC hospital in WrangellWork has started on Wrangell’s new hospital. A tribal nonprofit health consortium is replacing the city-owned medical center that had been struggling financially.2019-06-0400 minStories Behind the GrindStories Behind the GrindGrowing Your YouTube Channel from 0 to 250 Million Views With Andrew Wrangell...On this episode of Stories Behind the Grind, listen to my conversation with Andrew Wrangell, co-founder of Sheet Music Boss. We discuss how Andrew grew his YouTube channel from 0 to 250million video views in under two years, tips on how to start and grow a YouTube channel and how going all in on Andrew’s passion for music has been the fire that allows Andrew to release a new video every day. Also discover: Why raw talent isn’t enough, even if you’re gifted at a young age. How going down the wrong...2019-05-2037 minNat Park StoriesNat Park StoriesWrangell Interview with American Adventures Tour Guide“It’s wild up here. You’ve got to be ready for everything.” -Ashley Gamble     I am so excited for you to hear this episode.   Ashley Gamble is a tour guide for a company that takes adventure seekers on ROAD TRIPS to National Parks and cities.   As you will hear in the interview, she drives a 15 passenger Ford Transit full of tourists to various places all across America.   Trips last anywhere from 7 to SEVENTY FIVE days.   Imagine it, you and 14 strangers road tripping, camping, hiking, fishing, eating, and adventuring together for weeks at a time all through America.   To me, it sounds like...2019-05-0213 minPeoria Podcast AlliancePeoria Podcast AllianceWrangell Interview with American Adventures Tour Guide“It’s wild up here. You’ve got to be ready for everything.” -Ashley Gamble     I am so excited for you to hear this episode.   Ashley Gamble is a tour guide for a company that takes adventure seekers on ROAD TRIPS to National Parks and cities.   As you will hear in the interview, she drives a 15 passenger Ford Transit full of tourists to various places all across America.   Trips last anywhere from 7 to SEVENTY FIVE days.   Imagine it, you and 14 strangers road tripping, camping, hiking, fishing, eating, and adventuring together for weeks at a time all through America.   To me, it sounds like...2019-05-0200 minPeoria Podcast AlliancePeoria Podcast AllianceWrangell Interview with Adventure Blogger in Alaska People often ask how long my interviews are and I ask them how long a conversation is. It can be one minute or three hours.    This is a really fun episode because it gives you a real peak into what actually happens on the road… a conversation that turns into an interview, and goes off in different directions, as new people are introduced, and new conversations start.   It’s only an 8 minute episode simply because at the end of it, another person I knew pulled up and soon the conversation became hard to follow as we all bonded and connected and tol...2019-04-2500 minNat Park StoriesNat Park StoriesWrangell Interview with Adventure Blogger in Alaska People often ask how long my interviews are and I ask them how long a conversation is. It can be one minute or three hours.    This is a really fun episode because it gives you a real peak into what actually happens on the road… a conversation that turns into an interview, and goes off in different directions, as new people are introduced, and new conversations start.   It’s only an 8 minute episode simply because at the end of it, another person I knew pulled up and soon the conversation became hard to follow as we all bonded and connected and tol...2019-04-2510 minPeoria Podcast AlliancePeoria Podcast AllianceWrangell Interview with Alaskan Tour Guide and Adventure Traveler"Wrangell is often referred to as the Park without handrails."   Brendon Seaholser was such an interesting interview because of his honest and blunt demeanor, as well as his love of the park and adventures of all kind.    During this interview, we talk about what brought him to Wrangell St. Elias, one of the month desolate and isolated parks in the country, a story which starts in Vermont, and winds through many continents. We also talk about how unbelievably vast the Park is, and the possible consequences of going into this wilderness unprepared.    You’ll hear him talk about the stories of goin...2019-03-1900 minNat Park StoriesNat Park StoriesWrangell Interview with Alaskan Tour Guide and Adventure Traveler"Wrangell is often referred to as the Park without handrails."   Brendon Seaholser was such an interesting interview because of his honest and blunt demeanor, as well as his love of the park and adventures of all kind.    During this interview, we talk about what brought him to Wrangell St. Elias, one of the month desolate and isolated parks in the country, a story which starts in Vermont, and winds through many continents. We also talk about how unbelievably vast the Park is, and the possible consequences of going into this wilderness unprepared.    You’ll hear him talk about the stories of goin...2019-03-1929 minJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaAfter signs of concern, City of Wrangell says there’s no near threat to island’s damsWrangell’s upper dam leaks. That in itself isn’t a new development or even dangerous. But there were signs it might be getting worse. So the city hired engineers to check it out. Listen now2018-09-2000 minShe ExploresShe ExploresNature Up Close: Science Illustrator Kristin LinkKristin Link is a science illustrator and an artist living off the grid in McCarthy, Alaska. She shares about her life there, why she loves helping people see the natural world up close through science illustration, and her tips for applying to artist-in-residencies at National Parks. Women featured in this episode: Kristin Link, science illustrator, with a special intro segment with Chevon Powell, founder of Refuge Outdoor Festival. Hosted by Gale Straub In this episode, you'll hear Chevon Powell share her vision for the Refuge Outdoor Festival coming to Tolt-MacDonald Park September 28...2018-09-1242 minJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaSEARHC looking to pay between $25 to $40 million for new Wrangell hospitalSoutheast Alaska Regional Health Consortium is continuing forward in acquiring Wrangell’s hospital. The Native nonprofit plans to build and operate a new hospital in the island town within the next three years. Listen now2018-05-2600 minJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaA victory for Wrangell’s tribe, state says no dumping near Pat’s LakeWrangell’s tribe and city have won a year-long fight to protect a fishing stream and popular recreation site. Listen now2018-05-1800 minJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaDespite governor’s request, legislators question pricier option for Wrangell cleanupThe small town of Wrangell is making a big ask for the soon-to-be-finalized state budget. The city and local tribe are asking for an additional $5 million to clean up tons of lead-contaminated soil. Listen now2018-05-1000 minJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaJune Leffler, KSTK - Wrangell, Author at Alaska Public MediaWrangell gets first pot dispensaryWrangell’s first marijuana dispensary opened this week. Listen now2018-04-1200 minVacation Mavens Travel PodcastVacation Mavens Travel PodcastPlanning a trip to AlaskaHow do you even start planning a trip to Alaska? This week Nancy Canter walks us through a two-week itinerary for exploring Alaska with kids. Our presenting sponsor is LivItaly Tours. This family owned business offers over 140 tours and experiences all around Italy, and soon to come Spain. Dedicated to making travelers truly “live” the local culture, LivItaly keeps its groups small and intimate. Don’t just visit Italy, live it! ON THE PODCAST 00:32 - Presenting sponsor LivItaly 00:50 - Talking with Tamara and Kim about New Year's Resolutions 04:25 - Bullet journaling ...2018-01-1552 minSwitchbacks: Our Year in the National ParksSwitchbacks: Our Year in the National Parks#15: Size Matters, ft. Death Valley & Wrangell-St. Elias National ParksThis week, we're chatting about BIG parks. The largest national park overall, Wrangell-St. Elias in Alaska, and the largest national park in the contiguous U.S., Death Valley, were both unique in their own ways, but they had one thing in common: they outsized the rest. These parks can be tricky to navigate: Death Valley having tons of scenic drives and long roads, and Wrangell being in, well, Alaska, but they are well worth the trek. And check out SwitchbackKids.com for blog posts, videos and ebooks with tips, info and visuals on each National Park. Or find us on...2017-02-0700 minDiscover Unique Life Experience Through TravelDiscover Unique Life Experience Through TravelWrangell - Alaska’s Hidden JewelYour podcast today is going to be on Wrangell - Alaska’s hidden jewel, waiting to be discovered by you. ________ Sara Raney is a Speaker, Author, and Travel Concierge. She also has the distinction of being certified by the State of Alaska as an Alaska Certified Expert. To learn more about Sara, please visit: www.sararaney.com and www.livealifeofpassionandadventure.com The benefit of partnering with a travel concierge who is experienced in working with savvy travelers is that she is not a sales person. She always has your best interest at heart. With her services, you can be confident th...2016-10-0109 minDiscover Unique Life Experience Through TravelDiscover Unique Life Experience Through TravelWrangell - Alaska’s Hidden JewelYour podcast today is going to be on Wrangell - Alaska’s hidden jewel, waiting to be discovered by you. ________ Sara Raney is a Speaker, Author, and Travel Concierge. She also has the distinction of being certified by the State of Alaska as an Alaska Certified Expert. To learn more about Sara, please visit: www.sararaney.com and www.livealifeofpassionandadventure.com The benefit of partnering with a travel concierge who is experienced in working with savvy travelers is that she is not a sales person. She always has your best interest at heart. With her services, you can be confident th...2016-10-0109 minAccess Best-Selling Audiobooks in Travel & Adventure, ExplorationAccess Best-Selling Audiobooks in Travel & Adventure, ExplorationWrangell Narrows, Alaska Audiobook by Captain William M. HopkinsPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/1004/to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wrangell Narrows, Alaska Author: Captain William M. Hopkins Narrator: Bob Kern Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 09-02-15 Publisher: Alaska Sea Stories Genres: Travel & Adventure, Adventure & Exploration Publisher's Summary: Wrangell Narrows is a treacherous body of water threading between Petersburg, Alaska, at the north end and Point Alexander to the south, painstakingly navigated by a wide variety of ships, barges, ferries, and private craft. Less than fondly nicknamed Pinball Alley, Christmas Tree Lane, The Twisting Nightmare, or simply The...2015-09-022h 18Ariel Van Cleave, KBBI - Homer, Author at Alaska Public MediaAriel Van Cleave, KBBI - Homer, Author at Alaska Public MediaWrangell’s Garnet Grit Betties Are RecruitingWomen in Wrangell are strapping on roller skates and heading to the rink. Wrangell’s Garnet Grit Betties meet Wednesday and Sunday evenings at the skating rink inside Hope Community Church. Ten women showed up during a recent practice. They took a few spins around the track, practiced skating fundamentals and learned some derby techniques.2012-11-0600 minAriel Van Cleave, KBBI - Homer, Author at Alaska Public MediaAriel Van Cleave, KBBI - Homer, Author at Alaska Public MediaHuman Skull Found Near WrangellA human skull was found near Wrangell over the weekend. As KSTK’s Ariel Van Cleave explains, it appears to be very old.2012-10-1000 minMüstiline VenemaaMüstiline VenemaaMüstiline Venemaa. Jevgeni Miller ja Peter von WrangellJevgeni Miller ja Peter von Wrangell2012-09-3000 min