by Linda Cox | Jul 1, 2021 | Things to Do
The beauty surrounding Alaska Backcountry Cottages is unparalleled! While driving along the Old Glenn Highway you’ll want to stop every mile to snap a picture! A short distance down the Old Glenn Highway, at mile 8, you’ll see the Knik River Bridge. The...
by Linda Cox | Jun 11, 2021 | Things to Do
In one of the many 5 star reviews Kelly said, “We just got married yesterday using Outbound Heli Adventures to fly us to the glacier, etc. They were all amazing to work with and we had an excellent experience! Words cannot describe what a cool adventure this was! I...
by Linda Cox | May 31, 2021 | Things to Do
Laramie Mosley at 25 years is a Leading Bull Rider at The NorthernMost Xtreme Bull Riding in America here in Palmer, AK. Laramie’s Grandpa rode cutting horses so Laramie grew up riding and competing. During his interview in April 2021 he told the reporter that...
by Linda Cox | May 22, 2021 | Things to Do
My friends tell me about their experiences with how fast the greening happens in Alaska, the Spring Explosion! Spring is many Alaska residents favorite time of year! Some say the buds grow to leaves in just a few days. My guess is the speed is directly influenced by...
by Linda Cox | May 9, 2021 | Things to Do
Jane and Clint stayed with us the last week of March 2021 and fell in love with Alaska Backcountry Cottages! They told me from day one they would return! Jane from Kansas and Clint from Nebraska had moved to Alaska together as a married couple where Clint was...
by Linda Cox | May 8, 2021 | Things to Do
Alaska is so wonderful in the spring! As it’s getting warmer and lighter, the land seems energized! Last week I wrote about the first sign of spring, pussy willows, and this week I’m seeing the buds pop out! I stopped on the road to Alaska Backcountry Cottages and my...
by Linda Cox | May 4, 2021 | Things to Do
I love the change of seasons in Alaska, spring is my favorite!!! Every year as the leaves turn green it’s like an explosion, a spring explosion! From the first buds, to full grown leaves only takes about two weeks! This year, I want to see how quickly the leaves...
by Linda Cox | Apr 22, 2021 | Things to Do
The Bald Eagle is an emblem of the United States The bald eagle was chosen June 20, 1782 as the emblem of the United States of America, because of its long life, great strength and majestic looks. The eagle represents freedom. Photo credit: Russ Ingram President John...
by Linda Cox | Apr 12, 2021 | Things to Do
I can’t tell you where “Visit Alaska” ranks on the “bucket lists” of Americans, but here at Alaska Backcountry Cottages MANY of our guests, when asked what motivated their visit to Alaska, simply said, “Visiting Alaska has been on my bucket list for years!” The term...
by Linda Cox | Apr 7, 2021 | Things to Do
Kerry and Ty took flight for a wedding never to be forgotten! Together, the couple stayed a night at Alaska Backcountry Cottages with a Helicopter pad right in front of the cottage! Marriage was performed right on the Knik Glacier~ an Alaska Destination...
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