Alaska is fortunate have five species of Pacific salmon that call it home. These species of include the King or Chinook, Sockeye or Red, Coho or Silver, Chum or Keta and Pink salmon. Each has its place and preference among Alaskans. Sockeye salmon are prized by Alaska residents for their flavor and abundance. Having high […]
Enjoy Alaska Wild Seafood: Visit the Gre...
Alaska wild seafood and fish are staples of the diet here in the Great Land. Thousands come to the Great Land to pursue the State’s plentiful halibut, shrimp, and salmon. Fish stocks in Alaska are managed on a sustainable basis and make for healthy fare. Here are a few suggestions for preparing wild Alaska seafood […]
Mercury and Guidelines for Fish Consumpt...
Alaskan’s have become increasingly aware of the relationship of mercury and guidelines for fish consumption. Much of this awareness is the result of efforts made by activists like Dr. Jane Hightower MD, who recently had her book Diagnosis Mercury: Money, Politics, and Poison published. State public health officials continue to emphasize how important the benefits […]
A Story about Chowder by Bryn Harris
Guest Article by Bryn Harris This is a little story written aboard the lovely sloop Spartina, a Trident Voyager 35 who is celebrating her 33rd birthday on March 23rd, 2010. After living aboard for two years in Ontario, my partner and I left in July 2009 and sailed Spartina down the St. Lawrence. That story […]
Halibut Olympia Recipe: Cooking with Ala...
Fresh Alaska seafood is probably one of the best reasons to live in the Great Land and Pacific halibut is a regional favorite. Locals become especially spoiled with the availability of fresh caught fish and the remarkable difference it holds over the frozen product. There are many ways to prepare halibut. Throwing a thick steak […]