Mat-Su Valley Blog

This weekend, the 56th annual Willow Winter Carnival kicks off in the small Parks Highway community, beginning two consecutive weekends that feature quintessential Alaska events.This year's theme is "Year of the Fireweed." On Saturday, the Earl Norris Sled Dog Race kicks off the carnival in style....

Even though temperatures are hovering in the upper 70s, you can still have a dog mushing experience during your visit to the Mat-Su Valley. From visiting with Iditarod champions to petting newborn huskies, Iditarod and dog mushing is a year-round event in Alaska. The Iditarod Trail Headquarters is...