Denali 360

24/07/2022

Denali is out in all her glory today!

23/07/2022

There is nothing quite like a beautiful morning at Reflection Pond!

30/06/2022

Many of the guests on Denali 360 leave footprints on the pathways of our storytelling journey. A special guest was Will Forsberg. We recently learned of the passing of this incredible man and want to celebrate his life by reposting his interview- Part 2: Into the Wild with Will Forsberg. We added some additional audio to the end of this podcast where Will recounts early days in the park and memories of his lovely wife, Linda….seems fitting to listen to him share memories of his wife since they are together now. We hope you enjoy the stories that Will shares as much as we enjoy simply hearing his voice again.

22/06/2022

Vanessa Jusczak: Born and Bred Alaskan

Alaska native Vanessa Jusczak, joins Denali 360 for an informative and entertaining conversation about her youth in Healy, her adult role as the Director of the Denali Chamber of Commerce and the creator of the vacation planning site, Discover Denali. This busy Alaskan even has time to fit in a pet hospitality business that she runs with her kids!

07/06/2022

David Arnold: Earth, Wind & Fire…and Water by Encyclopedia Dave

If you ever wanted to know anything about Denali, David Arnold is your man. He truly is a walking encyclopedia. He helped develop the nation’s first - and at the time, only - broadcast meteorology program at Ball State University. With a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Atmospheric Science, Master of Science (M.S.) in Biogeography (macro-scale ecology), Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Geography, Associate of Science (A.S.) in Architecture and Regional Planning, Dr. Dave can bring a wealth of information to a conversation about the natural forces at play in the magical place we call Denali.

07/06/2022

David Arnold: Earth, Wind & Fire…and Water by Encyclopedia Dave
If you ever wanted to know anything about Denali, David Arnold is your man. He truly is a walking encyclopedia. He helped develop the nation’s first - and at the time, only - broadcast meteorology program at Ball State University. With a  Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Atmospheric Science, Master of Science (M.S.) in Biogeography (macro-scale ecology), Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Geography, Associate of Science (A.S.) in Architecture and Regional Planning, Dr. Dave can bring a wealth of information to a conversation about the natural forces at play in the magical place we call Denali.  .proud

10/05/2022

Jake Hill: Seasonal…and the Livin’ Is Easy.

Jake left Ohio in 2008 and, like most people, headed North for “just one summer.” The next year, he met his best friend Anna, and they both fell completely in love with Alaska. They are now happily married, and happy to be full-time Alaska residents. Join Jake as we kick off our second season of Denali 360 and learn what makes seasonal living the perfect work/life balance.

21/12/2021

Winter Solstice: Welcome the beginning of winter and the return of light! December 21 is always the day that Winter Solstice takes place. It's the precise moment at which the Northern Hemisphere is tilted farthest from the sun. From tomorrow on, days will start getting longer, taking us out of the darkness as we slowly head towards spring. Happy Solstice! (Photo: Farmers’ Almanac)

06/12/2021

Jason Hill: Denali National Park Tours by Doyon/Aramark Joint Venture

Do you want to explore Denali’s 6 million acres but don’t know where to start? Here is the man with the answers. Meet Jason Hill. He’s the General Manager of Doyon/Aramark Joint Venture, the Concessionaire of Denali National Park. In this interview Jason shares some ways to tour, hike, bike, camp, RV and experience Denali National Park and Preserve. Go to www.ReserveDenali.com for more information.

Denali National Park & Preserve provides visitors an adventurous day of hiking, whitewater rafting, touring, and camping.

21/11/2021

Want a unique, hand-crafted item for someone on your holiday list? The local artists in Denali are hosting the McKinley Virtual Bazaar, which ends today!! Just go to the facebook group McKinley Virtual Bazaar 2021 and join in. To see all artists please go the "Featured" tab near the top, then you can scroll down to see the announcements for each artist. Click on the artists post and go thru all of their pictures to see what they have available. Thank you for supporting your local artists!!

15/11/2021

Alaskans are known for their creativity, ingenuity and craftsmanship. Denali 360 is proud to feature the artists in our community. Looking for a holiday gift idea made in Alaska? Go to https://www.denali360.com/made-in-denali and find links to our amazing craftspeople. We are so proud of our artisans!

03/11/2021

WIll Forsberg - Part 2: Into the Wild

“There has been much speculation about why Chris McCandless eventually died in the bus. Jon Krakauer assigned blame to potato seeds which were photographed by Chris and mentioned his journal. Ron Lamothe asserts that Chris simply wasn’t eating enough to sustain himself. Ron Hamilton recently threw in his ODAP poisoning theory. Personally I think it was a combination of factors.” - Will Forsberg
Join us for Part 2 of an interview with Will Forsberg as he takes us Into the Wild, from a local’s perspective.

Photo Credit: Will Forsberg

28/10/2021

WILL FORSBERG- Part 1: Mushing, A Way of Life

Denali 360 welcomes our first two-part episode guest, Will Forsberg. Will came to Alaska in 1974 and eventually settled in Healy, Alaska with his wife, Linda. They later took over Denali Dog Tours, a dog-powered freight hauling company that specializes in carrying supplies for mountain climbers. Pull out your maps and get ready for a lesson in Alaska geography. This man has mushed many miles!

Join us next week for Part 2 when Will takes us into the wild!

If you want to learn more about Will and his Alaskan adventures subscribe to his YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/user/WillForsberg/videos
Interested in learning how dog teams freight supplies to mountain climbers on Denali? Check out Will’s interview with Project Jukebox and UAF at: https://jukebox.uaf.edu/site7/p/2705 (Photo Credit: Jane Bryant)

18/10/2021

Becki Klauss & Sarah Beth Tanner: Coffee, Culinary and the Creation of a Cookbook…Black Bear Style
Owner of The Black Bear, Becki Klauss and Culinary Creative, Sarah Beth Tanner take us through their journey of meeting in Denali, growing their own professional careers and reuniting to launch their new and tasty project of a souvenir cookbook. We are thrilled to chat with these ladies as they embark on this exciting endeavor! For more information on these creatives go to their individual websites: www.theblackbeardenali.com and www.sbtcooks.com

11/10/2021

Troy Henkels: Life on the Edge

Our Denali 360 guest this week is Troy Henkels. He is an avid mountaineer, ice climber, paraglider, journalist, mountain biker, kite surfer, musician, photographer, cinematographer, and published author. His book, “Life on the Edge,” chronicles his extreme adventures.
As a mountaineer, Henkels has been on ten climbing expeditions in the Alaska Range including a successful ascent of North America’s highest peak, Denali 6,193 meters (20,320 ft). Around the world, he has been on climbing expeditions in South America, Iceland, the Himalaya, and various remote peaks in Antarctica. In 2003, Henkels was a finalist on the adventure TV show “Global Extremes” that took he and other participants around the world competing in a variety of adventure races culminating in Troy and four other finalists attempting to climb the North East Ridge of Mount Everest. (Photo credit: Troy Henkels) Learn about Troy’s latest adventure at www.TroyHenkels.com!

27/09/2021

Meet Tom Choate: The Oldest Man to Summit Mt. McKinley. He has reached the peak of Denali multiple times, spanning across five different decades: in 1963, 1983, 1993, 2003, and lastly in 2013. Tom, now 87, sits down with Denali 360 to talk about his experiences on the mountain and his first job at the park.

20/09/2021

Bonnie Westlund: Recycling and Reusing in the Wilderness. Bonnie Westlund is the General Manager of Princess Wilderness Lodge in Denali Park, AK. Originally from Utah, Bonnie came to Denali for a seasonal summer job in 2001 and never left. In this episode she shares her passion for recycling and her goals for Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge in the upcoming year. Go to www.princesslodges.com for more information about Alaska Wilderness Lodges.

Princess Lodges provides adventurous travelers with tours, lodging, and vacations to majestic Alaska. Find the right vacation for you today.

07/09/2021

It's Monday! Meet the Mayor! Welcome Clay Walker as he shares insights about family life, the community, and some surprising information you may not know about the Denali Borough. Want to learn more about our community? Go to https://www.denaliborough.org

Official Website of Denali Borough, Alaska

28/08/2021

Enjoy Nan Eagleson as she describes the Birds of Denali. Nan lived and worked throughout the Yukon and Northwest Territories of Canada as a biologist and naturalist guide before finding her home in Denali National Park. She is an exceptional wilderness tour guide and is sought after for her extensive knowledge of birds. Nan conducts botanical surveys in the wilderness of Alaska. In her spare time she can be found birding, hiking, canoeing, and dog sledding. This unassuming woman is a remarkable breath of knowledge topped only by her endless energy and enthusiasm. Her book, "Birds of Denali," is an overview of 44 bird species in Denali National Park covering habitat and location, migration stories, and conservation status. The book is written by Carol McIntyre, Nan Eagleson, and Alan Seegert, with beautiful illustrations by David Sibley.” "Birds of Denali" can be purchased on Amazon.com.

14/08/2021

Special thanks to Donna Gates and Tonglen Lake Lodge for sponsoring our podcast "Pioneers of the Park." Experience Denali from the solitude of Tonglen Lake Lodge. Located at Denali National Park on five private acres, escape the crowds and relax in the warmth and charm of your own Alaskan-style luxury cabin. For more information on this true "cabin-in-the-woods getaway" go to www.tonglenlake.com. Thank you Tonglen Lake Lodge for your support!

02/08/2021

Our first podcast guest is Tom Walker. He is a nature photographer, author, and free lance writer. He has written articles published in Alaska Magazine, Field and Stream, Readers’ Digest, Newsweek, Audubon, and other regional and national publications.
This is the Centennial year of Denali's first superintendent and ranger, Harry Karstens. If you get a chance, read Tom Walker's book, "The Seventymile Kid" to learn more about the park's history and the first ascent of the mountain. Listen as Tom shares the rich history of the pioneers of the park.
For more information on Tom Walker, go to www.tomwalkerphotography.com

Alaska Author and Photographer, Tom Walker, has photographed wildlife throughout Alaska and the world.

25/07/2021

Welcome to Denali 360 where locals from Denali Park, Alaska share in the art of storytelling! Topics will be wide-ranging: from the history and science of the region, to the lives and adventures of those who have basked in the beauty of Denali’s two peaks for generations.

Whether the stories are a source of entertainment, a means of education, or a channel for cultural preservation, they are crafted by the storytellers with their own perspectives about this great land.

Tune in weekly to hear their unique perspectives.

Go to www.denali360.com for additional information.

Denali 360 is your resource that provides the full scope of what this vast region has to offer. In the engaging and informative Denali 360 Podcast, locals share their unique perspectives, inspiring listeners to see Denali in a whole new light. Enjoy their stories and learn from their adventures. Bro

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25/07/2021