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A wide view of the Noatak River in Alaska during the spring ice breakup, featuring a snow-covered path next to a channel of open water and broken ice. A clear blue sky stretches above the distant treeline.

A wide view of a massive ice formation resembling a wall along the banks of the Noatak River, covered in snow under a gray, overcast sky. Large, broken ice blocks are piled high, extending into the distance, with a line of evergreen trees visible on the far bank.

A worker in a hard hat and gloves is seen on a wooden boardwalk, possibly constructing or maintaining it, against a vast, snow-covered landscape in Kwigillingok, Alaska. A white bucket with a red lid is open on the boardwalk next to the worker.

A vast, snow-covered landscape in the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska, showcasing intricate wind-driven patterns and deep shadows across the snow. A bright sun with a prominent flare illuminates the clear blue sky above the horizon.

A wide shot of the snow-covered Colville River bottom in winter, with bare bushes scattered across the foreground and snow-covered bluffs in the distance under a clear blue sky. Tracks are visible in the deep snow, leading towards the distant hills.

A wide shot of a snowy field under a clear blue sky, featuring several bare bushes with dark branches and a few reddish-brown remnants of berries or leaves. Snowdrifts are visible in the background.

A close-up view of numerous yellow seismic nodes with metal tops in the foreground, partially obscuring three crew members in bright orange and neon green winter gear standing on a snow-covered landscape under a clear blue sky.

A wide shot of the snow-covered Colville River Bluffs under a clear blue sky. The foreground is a vast expanse of snow with subtle drifts and faint tracks, leading to the distant, snow-draped bluffs.

A towering, snow-covered bluff along the Colville River dominates the frame under a clear blue sky. A large pile of snow and ice debris, likely from an avalanche or cornice collapse, lies at the base of the steep slope.

A person in bright orange winter gear kneels in a vast, snow-covered landscape, carefully placing a node into the ground. Behind them, a large blue tracked vehicle, equipped with various supplies, is parked under a clear blue sky.

Two individuals stand on a snow-covered bank, observing a vast, frozen landscape under a clear blue sky. Vehicle tracks lead down towards the distant Colville River, suggesting preparations for winter access.

A blue Tucker Sno-Cat, a large tracked vehicle, is parked on a vast, snow-covered plain under a clear blue sky. A person in orange high-visibility gear stands in the distance, surveying the expansive winter landscape of the Colville River bluff in Arctic Alaska.

A vast, snow-covered landscape under a clear blue sky, showing the frozen expanse of the Colville River on Alaska's North Slope with faint tracks in the foreground.

A wide shot of a snow-covered Arctic landscape under a clear blue sky, with the frozen Colville River visible as a dark line in the distant middle ground. The foreground features undulating snowdrifts, sculpted by wind.

A wide shot of a vast, snow-covered landscape under a clear blue sky, with sparse brown vegetation poking through the snow and a low, snow-drifted bank in the mid-ground.

A wide shot captures the vast, snow-covered bottom of the Kick River under a clear blue sky. Bare, frost-dusted bushes are scattered across the foreground, leading to a towering, snow-laden riverbank in the distance.

A wide shot of the snow-covered Kick River Bottom in Alaska, featuring a vast expanse of white snow in the foreground and rolling, snow-dusted hills under a clear blue sky in the background.

A vast, snow-covered landscape stretches under a clear blue sky, showing the frozen Colville River winding through the Arctic tundra. Tire tracks are visible in the foreground, leading towards the distant horizon.

A close-up view of fresh arctic fox tracks winding across a snow-covered landscape in the National Petroleum Reserve – Alaska, with sparse dry vegetation poking through the snow and long shadows indicating a low sun.

Two workers in high-visibility jackets stand next to a large tracked vehicle in a vast, snow-covered landscape under a bright sun and clear blue sky. Sparse, bare bushes protrude from the snow, and track marks are visible in the foreground.

A snowy landscape under a clear blue sky, featuring a wooden marker stick and a yellow seismic node partially buried in the snow. Snow-covered hills with sparse vegetation are visible in the background.

A tracked vehicle, known as a tucker, drives across a vast, snow-covered tundra under a clear blue sky. Multiple sets of vehicle tracks are visible in the foreground, leading towards the distant tucker and the flat horizon.

A vast, snow-covered tundra landscape stretches to a distant, flat horizon under a bright blue sky. The brilliant sun, low on the right, casts a warm glow, highlighting subtle snowdrifts and vehicle tracks in the foreground.

A wide, serene winter landscape shot showing snow-covered rolling bluffs under a clear blue sky, with sparse dark bushes emerging from the snowdrifts in the foreground.

A yellow seismic node is partially buried in a field of fresh snow, surrounded by sparse, bare branches and subtle tracks in the snow. The scene suggests geological research or resource exploration in a cold, winter environment.

A white protest sign with green and purple lettering reading 'HER name is DENALI' and a blue mountain graphic is displayed on a grassy median in midtown Anchorage. In the background, vehicles including a white car, a motorcycle, and a green pickup truck are seen on the street under a cloudy sky.

A crowd of people gathered at a protest in Anchorage, holding various signs. A prominent sign features a penguin with the text 'SERIOUSLY WHAT THE FORK', while another mentions 'Alaskans' and 'STOP OFF AK!!'.

A large crowd of people gathers outdoors in Anchorage for a protest, holding signs advocating for public lands and democracy, with a 'Stand Up Alaska' banner visible on a stage.

A group of Anchorage residents holds various protest signs with political messages, including support for Ukraine, environmental concerns, and critiques of political figures, during an outdoor demonstration on April 19, 2025.

A person wearing a brown puffy jacket, black pants, and a teal beanie snowshoes across a wide, snow-covered plain under a clear blue sky. Distant snow-capped mountains and a small village are visible on the horizon.

A group of people, seen from behind, walk across a vast, snow-covered plain under a clear blue sky, leaving a trail of footprints.

A close-up shot of two Sitka Burnet plants, one in full bloom with delicate white flowers and the other with green, developing flower spikes, set against a soft green background.

A serene view of Spire Cove on a misty day, featuring towering, tree-covered rock formations rising from calm, turquoise waters under an overcast sky. Dense evergreen forests cling to the rugged cliffs that frame the cove.

A scenic view of snow-capped mountains partially obscured by low-hanging clouds, towering above dense green forests that meet the deep blue waters of the Seward coastline. A small boat is visible in the distance on the water.

A group of ice climbers, wearing helmets and colorful gear, are seen traversing the expansive, blue-tinged surface of a glacier marked with dark streaks of rock and deep crevasses.

A person wearing a red backpack and a hat hikes a winding dirt trail through lush green vegetation. To the left, the blue-white ice of Exit Glacier stretches towards snow-capped mountains partially obscured by clouds.

A dramatic landscape photo showcasing rugged, snow-covered mountain peaks partially hidden by swirling white and grey clouds. Dark rock formations are visible through the mist, with patches of snow clinging to the slopes and a small glacier visible on the right, suggesting a high-altitude summer scene.

A wet beaver stands in shallow water, holding and eating yellow horsetail plants. Bare branches and some patches of snow line the flooded shore of Kanuti Lake in the background.

A wet beaver with dark brown fur stands in shallow water, holding and eating a yellow-green plant (horsetail). Dry, reddish-brown brush and some patches of snow are visible in the background, indicating early spring.

A wet, dark-furred beaver with a stick in its mouth, surrounded by dry, light-colored grass and bare branches, on the bank of the Kanuti River.

A brown beaver with wet fur stands on a muddy bank covered in sticks and debris, facing right. Behind it, a gray, eroding cut bank with exposed roots rises, indicating spring flooding along the Kanuti River.

A Canada lynx walks along a snow-covered bank next to a partially thawed stream, surrounded by a forest of evergreen and birch trees under a clear blue sky.

A smiling female biologist wearing a hat, glasses, and waders holds a spectacled eider in her hands, standing in a vast, grassy tundra landscape under a cloudy sky.

Two wildlife biologists kneel by a grassy bank next to a body of water, carefully placing a bownet over a bird's nest containing light blue eggs as part of a research or monitoring effort.

A field biologist kneels in tall grass next to a body of water, observing a nest marked by a yellow flag. Dressed in waders and a puffer jacket, they appear to be taking notes during environmental fieldwork.

A close-up view of a tundra pond shows concentric ripples and clusters of white bubbles on the water's surface, indicating methane release. Small grassy islands are visible in the background under a bright sky.

An expansive view of a flat tundra landscape featuring numerous small, irregularly shaped ponds reflecting the overcast sky. In the foreground, ripples and small bubbles are visible on the surface of one pond, indicating methane release.

A dramatic sunset over a dark tundra horizon, featuring layers of clouds illuminated in intense shades of orange, red, and purple.