One People Canoe Society helped kick off pre-Celebration events in Wrangell
Three instructors from One People Canoe Society visited Wrangell in early spring and taught residents how to make traditional Tlingit paddles.
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Author: Colette Czarnecki
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist visits Wrangell to talk about journalism and covering sexual violence in Alaska
Award-winning Alaska journalist Kyle Hopkins knew early on that journalism was his thing. Moreso, he knew he had an affinity with journalists and wanted to surround himself with them.
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Talk on the Rock: Kevin Gadsey talks about domestic violence prevention through W.E.A.V.E
Episode 10 of Talk on the Rock. Kevin Gadsey works for the Wrangell Cooperation Association’s new domestic violence department, W.E.A.V.E. – Wrangell Eliminating Abuse and Violence via Education. He speaks about the program’s vision and the process to make the advocacy work possible. He also discusses the May 5 event that will remember and honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous People.
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National Forest Service collaborates with Wrangell high school students to utilize STEM skills at Anan Bear Observatory
Just before the group hiked a quarter-mile to the observation deck, we heard the sound of the boat motor leave to drop anchor after our National Forest Service captain dropped us off at the trailhead at Anan Bay. The sun peaked out, which hit the still moist ground – after all, it is the Tongass National rainforest. Moss blanketed downed trees and usnea – also called old man’s beard – hung from the tall evergreen trees.
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As the birds migrate, Wrangell celebrates with the Stikine River Birding Festival
Bonnie Demerjian has a deep appreciation for birds that can be seen by the blue heron dangle earrings she sometimes wears. She’s been involved with the Stikine River Birding Festival for around 12 years. This year, she will host two events, beginning on April 24. The first an intro level birding identification class and the second will be a bird walk at Muskeg Meadows Golf Course.
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