Exciting news to report from Port Heiden, Alaska. In the past couple weeks, two big pig mommas gave birth. Just … More
Month: September 2017
Eggs Hath Hatched
Port Heiden’s farm proudly welcomed two new members to its ranks recently. Freed from their protective carapaces, these tiny beak-demons … More
On Rest
Well, I took a week off from writing. It felt great, but I kept experiencing a nagging sensation of guilt … More
Dying Bering Sea Birds
The birds of the Bering Sea are dying in droves. Port Heiden’s shores have been awash in avian carcasses for … More
Hauling Out Husks
Good gear is life-changing. Small adjustments can make a huge difference over the long-haul. Reliable gear can also be critical … More
A Self-Portrait in Driftwood
Isn’t carving fun?
CoCo Chronicles #2
Dear Humanity, Farm life goes great. The reindeer and I had a little tiff last week. It was basically over … More
Zen & the Art of Bush Travel
Zen \ ˈzen \ adj – having or showing qualities such as meditative calmness and an attitude of acceptance Traveling to and … More
A North Slope Road Network?
On September 7, 2017, Alaska Public Media reported that governor Bill Walker has budgeted $7.3M to plan an epic endeavor … More
What Russia Left Behind
America purchased Alaska from Russia in 1867. Even though their occupation ended exactly 150 years ago (thanks Secretary of State … More
Alaska: Village to Village 