The birches and ash trees are leafing out, and most of our summer birds are back; only yesterday, a Yellow-Rumped Warbler was singing in the trees behind the office. Summer’s coming, and we have some great fishing outings planned, including a jaunt out of Homer for king salmon and halibut. But as for this week:
Are you an Alaska Mom? On Mother’s Day, you can get a free visit to the Muskox Farm.
Ever since the Musk Ox Farm in Palmer opened its doors in 1986, it’s offered moms free admission on Mother’s Day, and this year is no exception.
On Sunday, May 11, moms get in free, and donations are accepted from everyone else. The best part? It’s a chance to see new musk ox mothers and their babies up close.
So far this year, the farm has welcomed three calves, all from first-time moms. In keeping with its tradition of using themes for naming, Education…
