A christmas ride

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A certain Alaskan narrates her travelling experiences with her Icelandic horse named Lilja, in Alaska during the winter season. The members of his community usually gather in a local cabin to celebrate the Christmas season.

Author: Collins, Julie
Voyages and travels, Horsemanship, Christmas

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Quicksand & porcupines

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A 50 mile journey across Alaska, using horses and huskies, is described. A vivid account of the trek, highlighting the hazards, such as glaciated rivers, quicksands and porcupines, and the survival tactics, is presented.

Author: Collins, Julie, Collins, Miki
Cover Story, Women travelers

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A bush year

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A personal narrative of living in a remote area of Alaska is presented. The hardships of living off the land are detailed but encounters with wildlife and adventures with dog teams enliven the lifestyle.

Author: Collins, Julie, Collins, Miki
Wilderness survival

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Subjects list: Personal narratives, Description and travel, Alaska
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