The month of May (and National Physical Fitness month) has come to an end, along with our poll: Which national park in Alaska is your go-to when it comes to fitness?

Chase the sunshine to Fairbanks this summer for not-to-be-missed solstice festivals.

With only nine days left until the 2019 summer solstice, Alaskans are eagerly planning how to soak in the sun. Anchorage will see 22 hours of daylight, which means there is ample time to explore the bright and bustling downtown district.

On the longest day of the year, Anchorage gets 22 hours of daylight. Plan on packing in as many activities as you can.

World Eskimo-Indian Olympics (WEIO), Alaska’s most prominent indigenous games, is kicking off its 58th year in 2019. The annual gathering will be held in Fairbanks from July 17-20, 2019. It features indigenous athletic games such as the knuckle hop and ear pull, designed to test the speed, agility and endurance of these professional athletes.

Pack the car, grab the mosquito spray and leave the headlamps at home, it’s summer solstice camping time. Whether you want the comfort of a campground or the solace of the backcountry, these camping spots will meet your needs. Remember, no matter where you go in Alaska, practice leave no trace, and stay bear-aware.

In Alaska, during the summer, the days are long. Meal prep, however, should be short. This is why many Alaskans choose to grill out.

Come June 21, Alaska will revel in more sunlight than any other state. If you’re looking for a new way to kick off the summer, venture outside the state’s largest communities of Anchorage and Fairbanks, hit the road and have some fun under the midnight sun at one of these summer solstice events across the Last Frontier.

What better way to combat the approaching heat waves than with a fun and icy science experience? Here are a few simple and easy experiments that will keep your child engaged and learning this summer.

Often it is difficult to visit someone who does not remember. But does that really matter? I recently read “The Present Moment in Dementialand,” which explains: You probably don’t remember your first birthday party, but your parents celebrated it.

A change in season means not only a change in weather, but also in wine preferences. Welcome spring’s favorite friend: rosé.

Trying to improve your health? Easy: get some z’s. That’s right – proper sleep habits have been linked to improved mental, physical and emotional health. At PA Health & Wellness, we know that a good night’s rest is key to great health.