Alaska on foot: from temperate forest to arctic tundra
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A man explores Alaska on foot and sees the beauty of the wilderness up close. He walks along the oceanside, passes through wolf territory, encounters mountain goats in a alpine meadow and treks across the tundra. He emphasizes the importance of having the proper gear for such a journey.
Publication Name: Alaska
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0002-4562
Year: 1997
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Real Alaskans wear parkas
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The harshness of the Alaskan winter makes it necessary for Alaskans to wear bulky parkas despite their lack of fashion sense. Temperatures can drop to below 80 degrees and parkas can be very bulky because of the cold that function is more important than fashion.
Publication Name: Alaska
Subject: Travel, recreation and leisure
ISSN: 0002-4562
Year: 1998
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