Two days before the State of Alaska closed king salmon fishing, guests arrived at Wilderness Place Lodge ready to fish. Approximately 60 miles north of Anchorage, the fishing lodge is only accessible by float plane. Guests come from around the world to experience not only stellar fishing for rainbow...
Read more“If you want an opinion, they are wonderful people,” one customer said of Tom and Tammy Hopkins as they unloaded the customer’s gear on the dock in the Homer small boat harbor. The customer just returned from a camping trip at the forest service cabins in Halibut Cove...
Read moreMeet the ladies that know how to stock the shelves with classics Alaskans love As a fashion photographer from New York City and a recent transplant to Alaska, I had some apprehension about the boutiques and shopping in the 49th state. But my fears quickly were laid to rest...
Read moreProgram takes moms to happy, healthy place You may have seen them at the park or in the mall — a group of women lunging forward with their strollers or making like apes as they shuffle around a circle of toddlers and infants while singing “Five Little Monkeys Jumping...
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“Ravenous State is committed to bringing Alaskans contemporary indigenous wearable art that reflects the individuality and spirit of all the creatures that share our state.We specifically identify and utilize the raven, commonly known as a deity in the Alaskan historical mindscape . . . a trickster, a teacher, a clown, a fool, and the...
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Alaskan Entrepreneur: Kelly Dyer Company: Spice Ratchet Find them: Allen & Petersen, Anchorage; spiceratchet.com Price range: $10-15 Review: I received two as a gift, and I think these silicone trivets are amazing! They can be used as a buffer between hot dishes and countertops, wrapped around bowls, folded into tiny squares and used as...
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Bringing Color and Sunshine to the 49th State Artist Margret Hugi-Lewis has been making art for 58 years. Born in Switzerland to a mother who was very supportive of her creative efforts, Margret knew from a young age she wanted to be an artist. After graduating from the Basel School of Design, she...
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Two days before the State of Alaska closed king salmon fishing, guests arrived at Wilderness Place Lodge ready to fish. Approximately 60 miles north of Anchorage, the fishing lodge is only accessible by float plane. Guests come from around the world to experience not only stellar fishing for rainbow trout, grayling and five types...
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“If you want an opinion, they are wonderful people,” one customer said of Tom and Tammy Hopkins as they unloaded the customer’s gear on the dock in the Homer small boat harbor. The customer just returned from a camping trip at the forest service cabins in Halibut Cove across the bay from Homer....
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Meet the ladies that know how to stock the shelves with classics Alaskans love As a fashion photographer from New York City and a recent transplant to Alaska, I had some apprehension about the boutiques and shopping in the 49th state. But my fears quickly were laid to rest when a good friend introduced...
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Program takes moms to happy, healthy place You may have seen them at the park or in the mall — a group of women lunging forward with their strollers or making like apes as they shuffle around a circle of toddlers and infants while singing “Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed.” These women...
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It’s that time of year again — market season! I pedaled my bike to the Spenard Farmer’s Market on Saturday and it finally felt like summertime in Alaska. What better way to experience Alaska entrepreneurs than buy direct from the source at one of Anchorage’s many markets? With markets on three different days...
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Dedicated to sustainability and the environment, Padawer makes spa treats Lauren Padawer had no idea in 2001 that a trip down the Copper River for social and environmental reasons would inspire her to start a luxurious business. After a foot soak in a silky glacial pool amidst wildlife, the only things she knew were...
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Hi readers, You might have noticed it’s been a tad quiet here over the last week or so. Don’t worry, we’re not going anywhere. Just taking a moment to make a few improvements to the site and find way to better serve our readers and the entrepreneurial community of Alaska. That’s right, EntrepreneurAlaska.com is...
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