Thank you, Dear Readers, for reading the Planet Alaska column, for listening to my dad’s stories and our Fishcamp journey. May the year 2024 bring you many gifts to be grateful for.

Wildberry Products: Jams, jellies, or chocolates made from Alaska's wild blueberries, cranberries, or salmonberries. Native Alaskan Art and Crafts ...

My pick: A gift card for a three-hour cooking class ($150). Canvas lunch bags and matching reusable snack pouches at Anchorage re:MADE. (Photo by Mara Severin) Anchorage re:MADE 13500 Old Seward ...

For artists with small businesses, the holiday season kicks off well before the temperature starts to change. Two women from Western Alaska craft pieces that make for special, one-of-a-kind gifts.