July 2013

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Southeast Alaska’s Premier Home, Lifestyle, and Real Estate Guide

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Letter from the Publisher It’s the Land, Stupid Keeping a Jobsite Contained Photos: Kluane Bike Race Bauer/Clifton Interiors Before & After Photos: 7-a-side Soccer Tournament The Dilemma of Sunshine Recipe: Cedar Planked Sockeye

FEATURED PREMIERE BUSINESSES RE/MAX of Juneau Vickie Gartley. . . . . . . . . . 1, 11

Residential Mortgage Vickie Perry & Bethany Woods. . 9

RE/MAX of Juneau JoAnn Birt & Debbie Lewis. . . 3

RE/MAX of Juneau Robyn Long. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 22

RE/MAX of Juneau Mimi Rothchild . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Alaska Renovators. . . . . . . . . . 10

Prudential SEAK Real Estate Debbie White. . . . . . . . . . 5, 23 Powell Realty Powell Realty Office. . . . . . 6-7, 24 RE/MAX of Juneau Holly Cerne. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 17 RE/MAX of Juneau Scott Lesh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 23 Shoefly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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RE/MAX of Juneau Marty McKeown. . . . . . . . . . 12-13 Corban Construction. . . . . . . 14 Coastal Real Estate Group. . 15, 22 Stopher Construction. . . . . . 16,23 S&A Quality Insulators. . . . . . 16 JDHS Reunion. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

CoastAlaska. . . . . . . . . 20, 22, 23 Inside Passage Construction. . 22 RE/MAX of Juneau Julie Moe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 RE/MAX of Juneau Stacee Beattie. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 NYR Organics Amber King. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 New York Life Cindy Stevenson. . . . . . . . . . . . 23 True North FCU . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Flat Rate Realty Suzan FitzGerald. . . . . . . . . . 23

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Letter from the Publisher Happy 4th of July!

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appy Independelicious crepe from the Alaskan dence Day! I hope Crepe Escape (Monkey Business everyone has a grand 4th is our favorite) and visit with our of July holiday. Traditiondear friends before the parade ally to kick off the holiday, starts. When we hear the sirens Hayden and I venture it’s our cue to head to the Alaskan downtown to watch the Fudge Company sidewalk, where fireworks, weaving through we watch the parade. As a former the mass of people as employee of the Fudge Co. it’s we find a viewing spot. By Anna Hoke nostalgic to smell the sweet scent We’ve been lucky enough of fudge and caramel apples while most years to relax on someone’s beach observing the diversity and splendor of on Douglas, or someone’s property this local procession. After the parade downtown. Once the fireworks are over and a quick sip of coffee our plans are we join the rest of Juneau in making usually weather dependent. If it’s nice we the slow bumper to bumper trip back may head to Douglas Island and partake home in the wee hours of Independence in the festivities there. If it’s raining we Day. It has been our ritual to celebrate usually venture back to the valley and eat by making our way back downtown a hardy lunch and celebrate our indepenmidmorning of the fourth to share a dence with family and friends.

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by Northern Lights Development.

Single story, single family home with apartment. Home is 1821 square feet with 3 bed, 2 bath, with custom details throughout. On demand hot water system, electric heat, with a Toyo Stove.

Large 650 square foot garage, and to help with the mortgage a 600 square foot, one bedroom apartment. Buy now and pick out your finishes. $469,000.00.

8506-C Rainbow Row

• Townhouse 3 bed/2.5

• 1560 sq. ft.

• $285,000

• MLS # 12529 • 1348 sq. ft.

• 3 bed/2 bath plus bonus room • $289,900

789-4794 office 8800 Glacier Hwy, Ste. 219 Juneau, AK 99801

2519 David St.

• MLS # 12162 • 2 Bed/ 1 Bath

• 758 sq. ft.

• $155,000

4016 Deborah Drive.

• MLS # 12455 • 3 Bed/2.5Bath

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• Anna Hoke is the graphic designer and owner of Southeast Living Magazine. She can be reached at anna@seakliving.com.

8287 Garnet St.

• MLS 12562 • LAND

• 20,517 sq. ft.

• $169,000

2680 David Street

JoAnn Birt 907 723-0545 cell | joannbirt@gci.net www.joannbirt.remaxagent.com

take the initiative to do something great, whether it be starting a business, a plan of action, a non-profit, a fundraiser…

Doing something like that takes dedication and effort which is another reason why I love living here. There are so many caring, generous people willing to volunteer, donate or help. I don’t know if that is a small community trait or not, but regardless we are very lucky to have the philanthropic and generous communities of Southeast Alaska that we do. With that said, please go out and be safe, enjoy your summer and support our local businesses and local people.

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I love the diversity that is Southeast Alaska, so many talents, cultures and artists. For me this magazine represents my passion and independence. I grew up drawing and painting, which transformed in college to graphic design and development and eventually led to founding this magazine. Southeast Living Magazine is obviously a local publication, owned and operated by a born-and-raised Juneauite.

Starting, maintaining, and growing this magazine, I have developed a deep care and appreciation for the local economy and fully understand the necessity to support local business. I cannot tell you how grateful I am to local businesses and local residents who have supported and contributed to this lifestyle publication. I have much respect and gratitude for those people in the community that

• 1774 sq. ft.

• $309,000

JoAnn Birt Realtor

907 723-0545 cell joannbirt@gci.net

9188 James Blvd. Unit 10 • MLS # 12505 • 2 Bed/1 Bath

• 909 sq. ft.

• $155,000

Debbie Lewis

of Juneau 789-4794 office 8800 Glacier Hwy, Ste. 219 Juneau, AK 99801

www.joannbirt.remaxagent.com

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907 321-3076 cell debbielewis@gci.net www.alaskajuneauhomes.com

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k, I’ll admit it. I’m no vigorously supported different than anyone

by SEABIA (Southelse. While we can talk about east Alaska Building a number of things that conIndustry Association) tribute to our current state and ASHBA (Alaska of unaffordable housing, State Home Builders the first thing that generally Association). It was comes to mind is the land isdesigned to allow a sue. If we were honest, most tax abatement on the of us think that cheaper land development of raw prices will be to affordable land into subdivisions.

By Jeff Boman housing what devil’s club Confused? If you’ll tea is for a bad cough (and I keep your “I’m bored” don’t just mean prickly and intimidat- drool off my article, I’ll try to explain in ing to harvest). But what’s keeping land 250 words or less. prices so high—and is there anything As the law has stood for years, if a perwe can do that might actually help? son owns a piece of undeveloped land One piece of affordable housing legislation was brought to the House by Representative Munoz in 2011 and

(let’s say 20 acres for this example), they are taxed at a relatively low, undeveloped land rate. If that person—seeing

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that the city they love is in dire need of additional housing—decides that they want to subdivide that property into 20 1-acre lots, from the moment they have the land surveyed and the plat filed with the city they begin paying taxes on 20 separate lots at a much higher, developed rate. Thus, it is a huge risk for someone to develop their property.

In Juneau, where we have had exactly 1 building boom, it is hard to project how long it will take to sell lots even after they’ve been developed.

Rather than penalize someone for attempting to bring new land onto the market, the Bill sought to allow the developer to pay taxes on their land at the lower rate until either 1 lot sold or a building permit was issued for any of the properties. It was met with enthusiastic support too, until the Alaskan Municipal League requested a rewrite to the language. Unfortunately, by the time the rewrite was competed, all the bill did was allow the taxes to be deferred.

What we’re left with is a gross shortage of reasonably priced land. Could the City release some land and relieve the problem? Maybe, but that alone won’t solve anything. The price of land won’t come down simply because there are a few more parcels on the market.

– 4715 Thane Road –

Spectacular Views and Quality Living in this 3700 sq. ft. Executive home. Custom woodwork, huge kitchen, grand fireplace, and separate living areas make this the perfect home for entertaining.

Spectacular 1,176 sq. ft. garage and 6 acres of land make this a one of a kind property. Call for your private showing today! Asking $695,000

Mimi Rothchild RE/MAX of Juneau Associate Broker, Realtor

Office: (907) 789-4794 • Cell: (907) 209-7459 mrothchild@gci.net • www.Juneau-AK-Homes.com 8800 Glacier Hwy., Ste. 219 Juneau, AK 99801 Each Office Independently Owned and Operated

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When the City put the land on Lena point out to bid the average cost came in at over $105,000. These are lots with multiple challenges to develop.

The steep hillsides mean that many of the homes will necessarily require large retaining walls to meet codes for structural integrity and site drainage.

And before you whine about the unnecessary cost of overregulation, go ask somebody who lives on Gastineau Avenue after they had 10 of their formerly closest friends help them haul buckets of Mt. Roberts away from the side of their house whether they wish someone would have had thought to build their house on a retaining wall.

Some of the other lots have bedrock just a few feet below the surface. This often removes the need for retaining walls and provides for a firm founda-

tion—as anyone who ever attended Sunday School knows—but it drives the cost for bringing electrical, water, and sewer on site through the roof. Still other lots required purchase of multiple lots just to enable putting in a driveway.

Altogether, that means by the time the lots were prepped for building the land cost was actually $175,000-$200,000.

In the recent Juneau Housing Needs Assessment done by JEDC, they identified the median family income in Juneau at just over $75,000. If, like JEDC, we define affordable housing as housing that costs 30% or less of a household income, then the average family can only afford a loan in the $350,000 range. Using the Lena example, current building prices would mean that, at best, you could build a very modest 1200 square foot house with no garage and still stay in budget. “That’s ok—1200 square feet is plenty (and so on about American indulgence).” Not to burst your frugal bubble, but if you will reference last issue, you’ll remember that there is exactly zero chance that a 1200 square foot house without a garage will appraise for $350,000.

And so we’ve come full circle and there is really only one answer. Yes, we can all be a little more rational when it comes to deciding what we “need” in a home.

Yes, it would be helpful if appraised value gave proper credit for structural and energy efficient upgrades now required in building. Still, until there is a serious downward shift in raw land prices, the best we can do will just be like taking over-the-counter medication for a terminal illness. So the next time you hassle your local representative about affordable housing, don’t merely ask them to release more land, ask them to take the time to figure out what a reasonable cost for that land might be.

Jeff Boman is a life long Juneau resident and has been a local Contractor as owner of Corban Construction for the past 10 years. He is a past President of the Southeast Alaska Building Industry Association (SEABIA) and has served on the Board of Directors for the Alaska State Homebuilders Association and the National Association of Homebuilders.

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Angoon • Chilkat Lake • Elfin Cove • Excursion Inlet • Gustavus • Haines Hoonah • Juneau • Kake • Pelican • Petersburg • Skagway • Tenakee • Yakutat

3308 PIONEER AVENUE Spacious 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in West Juneau is built for entertaining.

Large living room with vaulted ceilings is easily accessible to custom kitchen and dining areas. Corner lot, lots of parking, and filtered views of the channel and cruise ship traffic. Just minutes to downtown. MLS #12511. $455,000

Angoon

Approximately one acre located outside of the community of Angoon, on Admiralty island, 60 miles SW of Juneau. The community is only accessible by float plane or boat. This region is one of the most geologically interesting areas of Southeast Alaska, showcasing some of the most abundant natural resources and wildlife our state has to offer. MLS #10232. $12,000 LOT K-31 KILLISNOO ISLAND Recreational property on Killisnoo Island outside of Angoon. this is a remote property located in Southeast Alaska. Only accessible way to get to this area of Alaska is by boat or plane. MLS #12055. $45,500

Chilkat Lake

BLOCK 6 LOT 8 1.2 acres of remote property located up at Chilkat Lake.

Chilkat Lake is primarily a remote recreational area. It is accessed by boat or float plane in summer and by snow machine in winter. There are no services in this area.

Once you get to a road, which takes about an hour, it is a 30 mile drive to Haines. This is a very relaxing area with good fishing and plenty of fun things to do outside.

MLS #12423. $10,000

1360/62 GLACIER HIGHWAY “Large Old Juneau Home” 4BR, 2BA with a 1 BR 1 BA apartment.

Older home with nice remodel including Hardi-Plank siding, kitchen upgrades, laminate flooring, HUGE master bathroom and bath. This home has a view of the channel, mountains from the master bedroom, huge windows. Watch deer and other wildlife in your own backyard. This home has an excellent location, it is very close to downtown yet also offers the privacy many who live in Alaska look for. MLS #12433. $360,000

Elfin Cove

USS 2952 | LOT 46 .34 acres waterfront inner harbor. This area has stunning scenery, wildlife, and world-class sport fishing. MLS #12421. $50,000 USS 2953 | LOT 54 .70 acres --Property runs about 700’ up the hillside to a large flat building area approximately 80’ x 35’. From there you have an amazing view of the Fairweathers.

Cabin/Workshed is 16 x 20 with a sleeping loft. Wire for electricity but not hooked into the grid. Dock permit available. This area is located on Chichagof Island which is 85 miles west of Juneau. Stunning scenery, plentiful wildlife, and world-class fishing. This place is an Alaskan Paradise. MLS #12377. $125,000

Sitka

LONG ISLAND This Long Island +/- 6.88 acre lot straddles the island.

On the inside, a protected cove provides moorage. On the outside, spectacular marine and mountain views from several potential building sites. Located about four miles from Sitka by boat. MLS #11039. $390,000

Gustavus

5 MILE RINK CREEK ROAD Secluded 10 acres only 600 feet from Glacier Bay National Park boundary. A three bedroom craftsman home on the property. Come get away from all the people and go into your own form of paradise out here on this remote property tucked back into the woods. MLS #12068. $220,000

Excursion Inlet

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Chilkat Lake extremely well built home on 2.33 acres.

Private cove, excellent views, gardens, generators, water system - perfectly set up for subsistence lifestyle in one of the most beautiful places on the planet. This one of the best “off the grid” homes you could ask for.

MLS #12392. $385,000

3049 WOOD DUCK AVENUE 3 bedroom 2 bathroom attached home on “outside corner” lot. Great glacier views and fenced back yard.

Upstairs master bedroom has a very large walk-in closet complete with window. Two more bedrooms plus a 3/4 bathroom downstairs. Single car garage. Driveway has just been resealed. Very well maintained home. MLS #12584. $249,500

Enjoy your evergreen neighbors in this enchanting getaway that sits near the boundary for Glacier Bay National Park. Calm, easy moorage in frontage in the sequestered and protected north end of Excursion Inlet. More information at www.glacierbaygetaway. com . Open a lodge or just enjoy slow motion living in this well built home set against nature’s backdrop. MLS #11344. $595,000

Pelican

190 SALMON WAY Very well cared for home in beautiful Pelican, Alaska!

Two bedroom, one bathroom. Large deck - about 1200 square feet (!) with expansive views. Large hot tub to enjoy all year around. Feel secure in easy maintenance with a metal roof and monitor heating. Cozy wood stove, artic entry, satellite dish and covered walkway add to the not-so-rustic comfort of this unique property. MLS #11878. $168,000

5002 RINK CREEK ROAD 2 Bedroom secluded cabin on a full acre includes 2 freezers, stove, washer, dryer, satellite tv. 20’ Bayrunner Baia w/90 hp Yamaha and 6hp kicker. Turn key right to the dishes and bedding! MLS #12167. $175,000

Hoonah

HILL AVENUE Four bedroom, one bathroom home, centrally located.

This older home has had some recent upgrades - specifically the kitchen. There have been many structural improvements as well. MLS #11267. $145,000 29 ACRES Known as Hillman’s Ranch - 2 parcels with a total of 870 feet of water frontage! There is a clearing in the center of the property that would be excellent for home, lodge, or cabin. A stream runs through the edge of the property as well. Brown bears and Sitka black tail deer are common in this area. Hoonah has no property or real estate taxes.

Access to USFS roads is possible with development. If accessing by boat from nearby docks, coordinate with high tide. Extremely shallow at low tide. MLS #12486. $600,000

Haines

LOT 6 FOUR WINDS SUBDIVISION Almost 3 acres near Mosquito Lake approx. 30 miles outside of Haines. Owner will carry contract with significant down payment. Power and phone lines are in to the property line.

MLS #11207. $37,500 308 DALTON, COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL Centrally located shop in Haines at 3rd & Dalton. New 3 phase electrical. Many tools on side are negotiable. MLS #12168. $135,000 LOT 2B MARKS SUBDIVISION REMOTE NEAR SULLIVAN ISLAND Lot 2B Marks Subdivision 13.33 remore acres (approx 230’ waterfront) north of Lynn canal and west of Sullivan Island.

This is a remote property located in the adventure capital of Alaska. Taxes under $500/year. MLS #12526. $55,000 PORCUPINE SUBDIVISION Over 20 acres at Porcupine, northwest of Haines and almost to the border. Close to the Klehini River. This is a great recreation area! Owner will finance with 20K down! MLS #11412. $85,000 163.17 ACRES The unsurpassed beauty of upper Lynn Canal will enchant the lucky buyer of this massive piece of paradise. 163.17 acres! Savor the silence in a private refuge only minutes south of Haines. The rugged beauty of rivers and glaciers to explore and an ocean of fishing, shrimping and crab await you in this pristine and peaceful place. MLS #12241. $650,000

Point Bishop Area Near Taku Inlet

178 acres! About 1800 feet of south facing waterfront where you could have a gold panning, gardening demonstration, salmon bake, kayak tours, rock climbing, fishing charters, remote cabins, and a lodge, all in one location.

Only minutes to downtown Juneau by plane, less than an hour by boat. Additionally, there are enough streams and waterfalls on this property where you could generate hydro power for all these activities. Point Bishop is located at the mouth of the famous Taku Inlet. MLS #10821. $1,500,000

Debbie White

Broker®, realtor® GrI, aBr, CrS 2011 realtor® of the Year OFFICE:

907-723-9886 debbie@isellalaska.com

789-5533 • TOLL FREE: 1-877-573-2573 • 8465 OLD DAIRY ROAD #101

4171 ASPEN AVENUE Handyman special. May not be a candidate for a renovation loan. Great location but previous maintenance was left unfinished and current owner doesn’t have the funds to complete. MLS #12599. $265,400 2708 ROGER STREET Compact an efficient; perfect for your busy lifestyle, this one bedroom condo has updated appliances and laundry facilities within the unit. Also a great location with downtown Juneau only being a few minute drive away! MLS #11696. $75,000

Petersburg

1008 S NORDIC Outstanding 3 story home with possible business space. Located right by the ferry terminal and main road. Less than one mile to downtown Petersburg.

Even closer to one of three large harbors and a place to launch your boat. Top floor is a 2 BDRM, 1 B home with a vaulted ceiling and loft for storage or additional sleeping area. Dark laminate wood-look floors and a recently remodeled kitchen. Earth stove/oil/ electric heat. Big windows, lots of light, excellent view. MLS #12527. $460,000

Yakutat

2001 MALLOTT Stunning waterfront home in Yakutat. Master on 1st floor.The seclusion and beauty of Alaska right at your doorstep. MLS #11835. $349,000

Let my expertise of Southeast Alaska work for you in making an informed real estate decision.

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hen it’s sunny in Juneau, as much as it was throughout the month of June, it’s hard to remember how much time we spend inside our homes on those not so sunny days.

The air quality of our home is

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I’ve talked about indoor air quality in the past, but recently I’ve received questions regarding jobsite containment during a remodel or renovation project.

debris often contain toxins you don’t want to be exposed to on a daily basis. The containment can help to minimize these exposures.

An improperly contained jobsite can lead to homeowners What is jobsite containment? being exposed to a multitude When a contractor is in By Greg Stopher of things. Wood dust, which your home completing a Stopher Construction is an organic material, can have adverse health effects. remodeling project, a barrier should be placed between the work area and Hardwood dust and softwood dust the rest of the home. It is intended both will affect the respiratory system to keep jobsite dust and debris out of the body, while that great smelling of the non-work space, and to give cedar is even worse for your respiratory homeowners some level of separation system. Dust from sheetrock and sheetrock mudding compounds is also from the jobsite to the living spaces. classified as an irritant if inhaled in The containment keeps construction large quantities. However, sheetrock debris from spreading throughout manufactured from the 1950s through your home. If not in a contained the 1980 can contain asbestos, a area, drywall dust can quickly known carcinogen. Sheetrock mudding spread, the smell of compounds and especially popcorn adhesives, paints and texture on ceilings contain a greater other construction quantity of asbestos of friable asbestos.

Rustic Tranquility

Offered by Honey Bee Rustic Tranquility are key words to describe the ambience of this single family home with an accessory kitchen/living area. Built in 1967, this home features vaulted ceilings and a floor to ceiling rock fireplace.

With a wall of windows to capture the light, the living room offers a filtered water view with mountains beyond. The expansive decking provides many hours of enjoyment and a great area to BBQ and entertain. The accessory living/kitchen area functions as a family room or mother-in-law area. MLS# 12495 $439,000

Honey Bee Anderson Broker

Ruth Blackwell Associate Broker

(907) 321-0615 ruth@aukelake.com

Back Loop Single Family

Offered by Ruth Blackwell 4.5 STAR RATED HOME... is just what the active family is in search of. This home room for all the family projects and entertaining. With a huge kitchen that is big enough for lots cooks and lots of helpers. Add to that a oversized flat lot, just right and ready for parking boats, RV, plus lots of play area.

MLS 12452 $449,000

Ranch Style

(907) 723-4233 honeybee@buzzhoneybee.com

Cheryl Holloway Sales Associate

(907) 209-6602 cheryljh@gci.net

Offered by Cheryl Holloway Live in Style in this 3bd 2ba ranch style home. New hot tub and new laminate floors in living/dining room. Room for parking boats, rv’s, etc. Nice backyard with two sheds for all those great toys. Close to schools, restaurants, and grocery stores. Very convenient location. MLS#12580 $335,000

Corry Isabell

Sales Associate (907) 209-1235 corryisabell@hotmail.com

907-789-3888 • 907-789-7038 Fax | 9040 Glacier Highway, Juneau AK 99801

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Friable means able to be airborne.

Dust from the sheetrock demolition in homes older that 1980s can contain asbestos and the new sheetrock being put back up in its place, although not highly dangerous, can be quite irritating to your lungs.

Paint, stain, and finish manufacturers are making leaps and bounds on reducing the Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in their products.

What are VOCs and what do they do?

As defined by the EPA, Volatile Organic Compounds are, “any compound of carbon, excluding carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, carbonic acid, metallic carbides or carbonates, and ammonium carbonate, which participates in atmospheric photochemical reactions, except those designated by EPA as having negligible photochemical reactivity.” What? Well, after some more research VOCs are compounds or chemicals that evaporate into the air at room temperature, leaving the paint, stain, or finish product on the material.

These chemicals, when released into the air, are highly hazardous to our health when we breathe them.

That “new cabinet” smell is often just chemicals off gassing into our lungs. After being exposed to these chemicals in the last 18 years of construction has left me sensitive to a lot chemicals I know nothing about. I now have to wear the proper personal protective equipment when dealing with these items, even if I’m using a “greener product” with low Volatile Organic Compounds.

A dust mask rated to N95 which means it filters 95% of the airborne particles is about the minimum protection one should wear in the contained area. I little interesting fact that I ran across about the human lung is that the airway surface area is approximately 750 square feet.

The human body has its ways to filter out natural particulates but I am pretty certain that the body can’t protect itself from the trillions of particulates in a construction area. Several years ago, I called in an environmental hygienist to do a mold spore count in a highly contaminated apartment that had visible mold everywhere. Normally

“These chemicals, when released into the air, are highly hazardous to our health when we breathe them”

When I am working in contained areas I must wear personal protective equipment to minimize my exposure.

we would call the environmental hygienist for a post remediation mold test but in this case I was curious.

The mold spore count for 1 liter of air in the undisturbed apartment was over 1 million spores. Believe me, we wore personal protection equipment and built a containment that would measure up to Steven Spielberg’s E.T.!

How do you create a good containment for a remodel or renovation in your home? All it takes is some tape (vinyl and masking tape), 4 mil plastic sheeting, a fan, and a zipper (available at paint stores). Sometimes adjustable poles can be pretty handy if there is not a defined area such as a doorway to contain. If a doorway is separating the area being renovated or remodeled I will apply a masking tape around the doorway at about 3 inches to 4 inches in width and even apply it to the floor.

The tape is applied to the casing or where the casing was.

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Sesame Street

Angie Nolan

Sales Associate (907) 321-9162 nolanak@gci.net

Offered by Angie Nolan - Wouldn’t you like to live on Sesame Street?

This home has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a large open living room with a bay window, a kitchen with a dining area, a two car garage, and large decks. Sunny location, large flat yard, close proximity to the area amenities. This is a home that you will want to see!

MLS#12300 $287,000

Have a rental you want managed or need a rental?

Trevor Roehl has been a full service property manager since 1997. Give us a call today for all your rental needs.

Rick Haida

Sales Associate (907) 789-4205 realtorrick@gci.net

Available Lot

Offered by Rick Haida - Pt. Stephens Spur Lot MLS#10475 $110,000

Trevor Roehl

Associate Broker Property Manager (907) 789-3888 trevorroehl@gci.net

Let Our Family Bring Your Family Home

Janie Bee Powell Associate Broker (907) 789-3888 janiebee@gci.net

Darlene Donohue

Helen Troutt

Angie Nolan

(907) 518-4391 darlenedonohue@aol.com

(907) 723-5228 helentroutt@jtroutt.com

(907) 321-9162 nolanak@gci.net

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Kimbee Anderson Sales Associate Office Manager

(907) 789-3888 (907) 723-7399 kimbee@gci.net

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Cut a piece of plastic larger than the door opening and wider than the tape applied around the door. Tape the plastic sheeting to the masking tape with the vinyl tape to seal off the doorway. I leave some slack in the plastic sheathing so it is not tight to allow passage after the zipper is applied. Apply the zipper to the plastic sheeting and cut the plastic when the zipper is unzipped. Zip the containment back up and now you have a perfectly accessible containment to the renovation or remodeled area. Make sure that all other areas are sealed so that no contaminates will enter the living space.

During times of high dust production in the remodeled area, place a simple fan directed out the window to create a negative pressure inside the work zone and the construction dust will not push to the living spaces of the home. Poles can be purchased to hold up the plastic sheathing when between rooms or large

openings, as well as, air scrubbers or negative air machines which are a more expensive fan that filters the air and exhausts to the exterior through ducting.

A contractor should take steps to contain the jobsite from homeowners. Often I think people are mistaken in thinking that by not creating containment or barriers in a home or workplace, they are saving time and money. But is it professional to leave a mess that people throughout the home will be cleaning up for days and weeks? Containments will help to keep everyone in tiptop health to continue to enjoy the nice summer days will still have ahead of us in Juneau.

Greg Stopher has over 16 years of experience in the construction field and earned a degree in Construction Technologies from the University of Alaska – Southeast. His company, Stopher Construction, LLC, is a general

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Come see this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single family Ranch-style home with recently remodeled kitchen and bathrooms situated on a large corner lot in the Valley. This home boasts a stone hearth, sauna, vaulted ceilings in the living room, and beautiful antique wooden doors throughout which were recycled from one of Juneau’s historic hotels. On sunny days, bask in the sun or entertain guests on the secluded back porch. Large two-car garage and plenty of room to park boats and RVs as well. Call today! Asking $369,900

Located off Backloop on almost an acre, this 3100sqft Single Family with Apartment boasts vaulted ceilings, large windows, open floor plan and wrap around deck. With new all carpet carpet and a brand new remodeled Master Bathroom, this home is move in ready. Main home is 3BR/3BA with large Family Room and Living Room. Apartment is above 785sqft detached garage. Call today for your showing! Offered at $535,000.

1940 FRITZ COVE ROAD

The moment you step into this home, you know it is something special. From the grand foyer, to the remodeled kitchen, no detail has been missed. With 3BR/3.5BA, this 3200sqft home w/ 964sqft 3-car garage, sits on a large lot w/ extensive landscaping. Gorgeous wood floors guide you to the kitchen, all high end stainless appliances and granite counter tops. The formal living room boasts floor to ceiling windows and fireplace. Master suite has fireplace, walk in closet, soaking tub and shower. A “MUST SEE.” Price: $640,000

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“Come Home” to this tastefully remodeled 3BR/2BA SF home!

Situated on a large 1/2 acre lot, this Sunny Point home is centrally located and beautifully private. Vaulted ceilings and the warmth of the wood stove greet you as you enter. The totally remodeled kitchen has stainless appliances, new countertops, cabinets & tile. Bathrooms also updated with new flooring and tile. With room for everyone, you will also enjoy the large detached garage and shop and the darling potting shed! $349,000

717 DIXON STREET

3bdrm, 1.5ba single family home located Downtown on Historic Chicken Ridge. Gorgeous remodeled kitchen with solid surface countertops & stainless steel appliances. Beautiful wood floors, new windows, completely remodeled bathroom, new siding and gutters 2006, tons of storage.

Sunny studio and Family Room on the top floor makes this home one-of-a-kind. Walk to work from this well maintained and upgraded Downtown home! $372,500

– 524 MAIN STREET –

Just steps from Alaska Capitol Building, this historic Downtown home has been completely renovated: wood and marble floors, fir windows, high ceilings with original refinished moulding, plumbing and electrical . Home boasts 3700 sqft w/ 4BR/3BA plus 800sqft 1BR/1BA Apartment with separate entrance on second floor of garage. Chef’s dream kitchen w/ marble countertops, Sub Zero fridge, DCS gas stove, in floor radiant heat and large island. Kitchen opens to large family room on one side, formal dining room on the other. Large, private master suite with walk in closet, custom bathroom. 2car garage is accessed through covered walkway from main house. The house has comfortable covered front porch south facing and large cedar deck west facing. The backyard garden is completely fenced, and there is a large paved parking area. Price Reduction to 899K!

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17041 ISLAND VIEW DRIVE

Gorgeous .70 acre lot in Lena Heights Subdivision, views for miles! Asking $249,900

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A perfect getaway cabin in beautiful Gustavus Alaska! Gustavus hosts a variety of wonderful outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, whale watching, boating, camping, hiking, x-country skiing, and Glacier Bay excursions. This peaceful cabin sits on a 1.03 acre lot featuring a rainwater cistern and an incinerating toilet system, and well as an out building for skiff storage. A total turnkey operation with no property taxes and only a 4 hour ferry ride from Juneau. Must see! $79,000

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BEFORE & AFTER This project is the perfect example of seizing the opportunity to change the style of your home! Since this residence was in need of a new roof and siding, our services were enlisted to not only spec these necessary products but to also enhance the overall appearance of this property and to give it new life.

The alterations we imposed on the home mainly dealt with the front porch and the sense of entry as you approach the home. When analyzing the home, we noticed that the front entrance was never previously emphasized, as there wasn’t a walkway or even stairs that really made it stand out as the front en-

try besides the front door. This is also when we noticed that the main entry door was off center and all of the columns were randomly spaced as well.

After centering the front door and adding a gable above the entry, we were able to reposition the support columns so that they’re now evenly spaced across the front porch.

Since the original exterior was lacking style, we opted to pull from the home’s Craftsman’s styled interior as the inspiration for the new exterior doors, garage doors, and trim details. To bring additional character and texture to the home, we also added rock to the base

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1,450sqft, 3BD/2BA, 2.76 acres of semiremote land on the Channel. Beach living w/the nature & beauty SE Alaska has to offer; true privacy while still having the comforts of town. Asking $244,000

4,741sqft, 5BR/5.5BA custom home remodeled in ‘99. Grand entrance, lrg kitchen & LR, vaulted ceilings, & lrg, private Master Suite w/jetted tub & walk-in closet. Views & Sun!! Asking $640,000

1090 HENRICKSON ROAD

446 W 12TH STREET

2,348sqft, 5BD/2.5BA home, built in ‘97, has a grand, open floor plan & large windows up to the vaulted ceilings that make this gorgeous house light & bright.

Asking $495,000

1,969sqft SF home, open, light, bright, & move in ready! Updated w/vinyl siding, windows, & metal roof. Plumbing & electrical have been replaced & walls insulated. Asking $375,000

2735 JOHN STREET

A spacious condo w/amazing views!

1,163 sqft, 3BD/1.5BA condo has laminate floors, fresh paint, a new boiler in 2012. You really don’t want to miss this!

Asking $163,000

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of the new columns and the sides of the new stairs. These stairs now lead down to a grand, sweeping sidewalk that was purposely oversized in width to better relate to the overall scale of the front of this home. This sidewalk was then stamped and dyed to resemble natural slate in color and texture. The paint colors were chosen to compliment the new roof and Trex decking. With limited color options for these two items, we opted to determine their coloring first and then chose body colors to achieve a monochromatic color story. Black accents found in the lighting, porch swing, and front door, offer a dramatic contrast to the gray and white tones.

Carefully placed lighting is not only functional but it also brings the home to life in the evenings as well. The new, oversized sconces have a nautical reference and tie into a personal love of the homeowners. Step lighting gently lights the entrance and create a strong focal point from the street, while recessed lighting illuminates the entire porch on those dark evenings.

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was graded and shaped to achieve better drainage and a more natural look that is visually more interesting than a plain, flat yard. The home now has a presence that catches the eye of passersby and is a wonderful place to come home to.

Clifton Interiors studio located at 119A 2nd Street. To see updates of our current projects, please “like” our Facebook page under Bauer Clifton Interiors or visit our website at www.bauerclifton.com.

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17725 Lena Loop

1325 Mendenhall Peninsula Rd.

Waterfront Beauty on Lena Loop! This amazing single family home sits on a spectacular almost-acre lot over looking Lena Cove. This home boasts the following qualities: 5 bedrooms, 4 plus baths, beautiful kitchen, granite counters, viking gas stove, 2 dishwashers, hardwood floors, decks on all levels, 1 car garage with guest quarters, 3 gas fireplaces, woodstove insert, amazing master bath, formal dining, and more. Lots of parking with a carport at the front door! Lot has plenty of room for addt’nl shop! Call Marty McKeown today for a showing of this rare waterfront home! MLS# 12437. Asking $875,000

Wonderful living on the Wetlands! Main house was Brand new in 2010, this amazing single family home with apartment boasts the following features: 4 bed, 3 bathroom, radiant infloor heating, hard wood floors, granite counters, beautiful kitchen, gas fireplace, covered decks, hot tub, lots of boat parking, large dettached garage, 1 bed and 1 bath apartment above the garage and amazing views of the wetlands. Call Marty McKeown today for a showing. MLS # 12400. Asking price: $670,000.00

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10600 Horizon Dr

8555 Forest Lane

South facing Ranch Styled home centrally located in the Valley! This newly updated 3 bed, 2 bath (1450 sqr ft) home built in 1996 sits on a nice fenced lot near Glacier Valley School. Home features: Vinyl siding, laminate flooring, newer interior paint, sunken living room, hot tub, laundry room (with front loaders), paved driveway, lots of boat parking and more! Call Marty McKeown today for a showing! Asking price: $339,900.00

9144 Parkwood Dr

Bright and sunny beautiful Ranch Style Home in the Valley! This newly remodeled home sits on a nice corner lot a short walk to the Valley Pool! Home features: newer flooring throughout, new kitchen, newly remodeled baths, new woodstove, tiled hearth, new boiler, vinyl siding, two driveways, huge covered back deck, fenced yard and more! MLS#12468 Asking $359,900

5310 Glacier Hwy

Country living in this large Single Family Home on almost an acre lot with detached 1400 building plus a large attached garage. House has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths plus office (could be used as 5th bedroom), living room, 2 family rooms, metal roof, stream on property and more! Property is commercially zoned allowing for duel purpose residence and business potential! MLS 12623 Asking $499,900

Beautiful custom home on the water in Bayview Subdivision out North Douglas! This home sits literally on the water during a bigger high tide, with its post & pier foundation. Amazing views of the Mendenhall Glacier, channel, sloughs and wildlife. Home features 3 bed, 3 baths, large deck, big 2 car garage, 2 master bedroom options, grand entryway, tile flooring and more! Call Marty McKeown today for a showing! MLS# 12514. Asking price: $599,000.00

9360 Lakeview Ct

1020 Wee Burn Dr

Big and beautiful single family home with an apartment in Bonnie Brae! The main house has 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths with two den/office areas, large family room, tv room, laundry room, new flooring, vaulted ceiling, etc. Single car garage with two additional bays for storage. Huge lot (29005 sqr ft) with plenty of parking. Large 1 bed, 1 bath apartment to help with mortgage! MLS 12465 Asking $489,900

Living the good life on Lakeview Ct! This beautiful Ranch style home boasts the following qualities: Open kitchen, dining area, pellet stove, tile flooring, covered back deck, hot tub, large garage, new shed, new concrete driveway, fenced backyard and much more. Centrally located near high school, swimming pool, shopping, trails and more. Call today for a showing. MLS 12621 Asking $349,900

1401 Martin Rd

Downtown/highland living with a VIEW! This single family home sits on a sunny lot above the cemetery with views of town, Douglas and Gastineau Channel. Older Juneau home in need of a good rehabilitation but the sweat equity will be worth it. Non-financeable in current condition, being sold as-is. Great lot and even has a one car garage. Call Marty McKeown today for a showing. Asking price: $239,900.00

10427 Fox Farm Trail

A home with a View! This Beautiful Single Family Ranch Style home has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and is located on 39,013 sqr. ft. lot. Features include: a spacious living area, a 2 car garage, extra space for RV or Boat parking, lots of natural light, and more. This is a must see. MLS 12464 Asking $799,500

4925 Steelhead St

Beautiful newer Single Family Home built to 5 star rating in 2006. This 4 bed, 3 bath home has the following features: Open kitchen floor plan, Hardwood floors, stainless appliances, living room and family room, large garage, huge lot, fenced yard, pond at back of the lot, deck, and more. Home sits on over a half an acre South facing to soak up the sun! MLS#12622 Asking $429,900

316 Ash St

House in the Highlands! This Single family home sits high on Ash St near top of Highlands with a beautiful view of Gastineau Channel and Douglas. With 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Living room, family room, fireplace, deck, great back yard, garage and VIEWS! MLS #12395 Asking $379,900 Call Marty McKeown for a showing today!

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4409 Riverside Dr

Grand living on the Mendenhall River in this beautiful Single Family home built in 2005. This private lot has beautiful views of the river, and a sandy beach area when the water is right. Home features the following: Granite counters, sunken living room, in floor radiant heat, huge family room, master suite, sitting room, tile flooring, boat parking, large 800 sqr ft garage and more! MLS #12631 Asking $629,900

CONDO Parkshore Condo R3

3524 Glacier Hwy

This Awesome Duplex sits on a large 1/2 Acre lot just off of Old Glacier Highway across from Twin Lakes. Built in 2004 by Lowpete Construction, this quality home makes a great investment and still looks new. Each side has 3 bed, 2 bath plus a one car garage. Tenant covers large portion of your payment, or buy it as an investment only and have positive cash flow from the beginning! MLS#12598 Asking $499,900

Convenience is the name of the game at Parkshore Condo’s! Walk to work, shopping or downtown for dinner from this affordable 2 bed, 2 bath 2 floor condo near the Douglas Bridge. Fireplace, dining area, living room, private balcony and garden view. Condo dues of $400 cover trash, snow removal, building maintenance, insurance, rec facilities, water and sewer. (some pet restrictions apply) Call Marty McKeown for a showing today. Asking price: $209,900.00

6501 North Douglas Hwy

Beautiful Duplex sitting on a large 1.61 Acre lot out North Douglas Highway. Built in 2004 by Lowpete Construction, this quality home makes a great investment and still looks new. Each side has 3 bed, 2 bath plus a one car garage. Tenant covers large portion of your payment, or buy it as an investment only and have positive cash flow from the beginning!

MLS#12597 Asking $499,900

SIX-PLEX 4045 Delta Dr

Investors delight! This 6-plex in the Valley has 4 (2 bed, 1 bath) 1 (1 Bed, 1 Bath) and 1 (Efficiency). Great cash flow, nice lot, plenty of parking and nicely maintained building with great rental history. Call today for a showing! MLS#12605 Asking $509,900

VIEW VIEW VIEW! Make building your Dream Home on this 1.23 Acre View Lot in Lena Heights a reality this Summer! Incredible Views of Lynn Canal and the Fairweather Range. Driveway is in and ready to build. Call Marty McKeown for a showing today!

MLS# 11627. $249,900

NHN N Douglas Hwy

Rare Find! 6 acres D-18 Multi-family Lot on North Douglas Highway! This large lot located just passed the bridge on the uphill side of N. Douglas Highway.

Great opportunity to build duplex, tri-plex, four-plex and more! 18 units per acre, call CBJ to explore all the possibilities! MLS 12301 Asking price is $540,000.

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909 5th Street

Fantastic Douglas Building Lot on 5th St. Water views possible on this relatively flat 5000 sqr f lot. Call Marty McKeown for more details today! MLS# 12110. Asking price: $79,900

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8130 Easy Street

Brand New Single Family w/Apartment. The main house features: 3 bed, 2.5 bath, living room, v aulted family room, large deck, laundry area, 2079 sqr ft, large 2 car garage. Apartment is 582 sqr ft, 1 bed, 1 bath, separate entrance, porch etc. All Lowpete Construction Homes are 5 Star Energy rated and have 50 year roofs. MLS #11944. Asking price: $484,900

8110 Easy St

to Be Built: Single Family Home near the Glacier! This

is a beautiful 5 bed 3 bath home to be built by Lowpete Construction. Features are as follows: Hardi Plank type siding, 50 year roof, 5 star rated, 2435 sq ft of living space, 576 sq ft garage, open kitchen, vaulted ceilings, laundry area, den, family room, living room and more! Price includes builder financing. Still time to pick colors and flooring options. Asking Price $439,900 MOVE IN READY

4318 Manor Ave

8126 Easy St

beautiful 3 bed, 3 bath home to be built by Lowpete Construction Inc. Features are as follows: Hardi Plank type siding, 50 year roof, 5 star rated, 2027 sqr ft, Huge 674 sqr ft garage, Open kitchen, vaulted ceilings, laundry area, den, family room, living room and more! Price includes builder financing. Still time to pick colors and flooring options. $399,900

near the Glacier! This beautiful 3 bed, 2 1/2 bath home to be built by Lowpete Construction. Features are as follows: Hardi Plank type siding, 50 year roof, 5 star rated, 2044 sqr ft, 480 sqr ft garage, Open kitchen, vaulted ceilings, laundry area, den, family room, living room, and more!

Price includes builder financing. Still time to pick colors and flooring options. MLS# 12173 Asking Price $414,900

to Be Built: Single Family Home near the Glacier! This to Be Built: Single Family Home with Apt (1bed/1bath)

8197 Keegan Ave

to Be Built: Single Family Home near the Glacier! This

is a beautiful 4bed, 2 1/2 bath home to be built by Lowpete Construction. Features are as follows: Hardi Plank type siding, 50 year roof, 5 star rated, 2388 sq ft, 424 sq ft garage, open kitchen, vaulted ceilings, laundry area, den, family room, living room and more! Price includes builder financing. Still time to pick colors and flooring options. $414,900

8155 Easy Street

New CoNstruCtioN: Living is Easy on Easy St! This

Ranch Styled home by Lowpete Construction has a great floor plan with 3 bed, 2 baths, 1628 sqr ft living space, open kitchen and living room, 420 sqr ft 2 car garage, covered porch, 5 Star Energy Rated, 50 year roof and more!

MLS# 10070. Asking price: $369,900

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The Dilemma of Sunshine incredible string of downright hot days!

So as you get outside I want to equip you with some tools for safer sun exposure and encourage you that, yes, sunshine is good for you!

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uly is often when summer really begins in Southeast Alaska and not a moment too soon for those of us not lucky enough to be snowbirds – traveling south in the winter to sun drenched warmer climates.

Recently however, we’ve had an

creating free radicals…. often without any visible sign. UVB waves can be thought of as the “burning” waves. They physically damage the DNA via burns as well as cause the destruction of collagen and Vitamin A. All forms Lets get the scary part By Dr. Summer Beattie, ND of skin cancer are important to identify quickly, as over with first. Public most are treatable when health campaigns have found in early stages. Other risks been very successful at making us of over exposure to the sun include aware of the link between excesthe development of cataracts and sive sun exposure (or more specifisunburn. Sun exposure may trigger cally, excessive ultra-violet radiation exposure in the form of UVA and activation of some latent viruses UVB waves). UVA waves are best and of course there is accelerated remembered as “aging” waves. aging of the skin.

They penetrate the skin deeply and indirectly damage DNA by

All ethnicities can be affected and prevention is key: Make sure you

are checking your own skin regularly and having a thorough full body skin check by your doctor at your annual exams.

The American Cancer Society recommends the following: • Avoid direct and prolonged sunlight exposure between the hours of about 10am and 4pm • Avoid tanning beds • Wear protective clothing, hats, and UV blocking sunglasses • Stay in the shade when possible • ……and use sunscreen Of course I’m going to send you back to www.ewg.org/2013sunscreen/ to read up on effective sunscreen safety.

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The cliff note is this: Sunscreens come in two basic forms – mineral (physical block) or chemical (absorbing, reflecting). Most commercial sunscreens contain chemicals (maybe in combination with mineral) that are known to cause skin irritation and allergies, be unstable, carcinogenic and toxic to your immune and reproductive system!

Avoid these: oxybenzone, avobenzone, octisalate, octocrylene, homosalate, octinoxate and PABA. Additionally, Melanoma rates are increasing despite increased sunscreen use, possibly due to misplaced trust in sunscreen products.

A high SPF number may lead consumers to think they can stay in the sun too long and they may be applying too little, too infrequently. For example, a SPF of 50 can provide 98% protection, while an SPF of 100 only provides 99% protection – not double the protection as might be assumed. That sun protective factor or SPF is most directly related to the products ability to block UVB (burning rays) not UVA

- which are more often associated with melanoma Now to the feel good part – being in the sun does just make us feel better! Studies have shown that exposure to sunshine helps elevate mood, decrease stress and alleviates Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Sunlight also encourages a proper circadian rhythm, helping you sleep better at night.

We also know that the most well studied and perhaps wide reaching benefit of sun exposure is the production of Vitamin D. Increased blood levels of Vitamin D3 are positively correlated with decreased rates of other cancers, such as breast, colon, pancreatic and prostate cancers. Vitamin D is imperative for building and maintaining strong bones. We know it boosts immunity, increases metabolism and circulation, decreases risks of macular degeneration of the eyes, hypertension (associated with increased rates of stroke and heart disease) and likely reduces rates of Multiple Sclerosis. Rates of type 2

diabetes in children drop when they get outside and are active.

Summer Beattie’s daughter playing at Twin Lakes on a sunny day in Juneau.

So to sun or not to sun? The World Health Organization (WHO) maintains the benefits in health and disease reduction may far out weigh the risks of sun exposure.

It simply comes down to educating yourself and choosing wisely concerning exposure and sunscreen products.

So please, enjoy the sun – responsibly.

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Cedar Planked Sockeye Ingredients:

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1-2 fillets of fresh wild Alaskan Sockeye Salmon (butterfly fillets) 1 tsp. white pepper (fresh ground is recommended) 1 ½ tsp. kosher salt 2 tsp. fresh dill, minced 1pkg cedar planks, soaked in water/wine or beer 1 Tbsp. pure Maple Syrup 1 onion cut in large rings

Marinate in 1 tsp. Jarfu banana sauce, dash red wine vinegar, a dash of coconut oil and salt and pepper to taste

Directions: Heat grill to 375 for at least fifteen minutes, toss on your marinated onion to help season the grill but also as a wonderful salmon condiment once browned on all sides you can turn down the heat just a bit and prepare your salmon planks.

Place your salmon on your soaked cedar plank, just directly on the wet wood, do not add oils or foil or any other barrier that might cause unnecessary flame or flavor. Place on grill and keep a close eye, depending on the thickness of your wood and plank water content cooking time will vary so it’s best to just keep close by.

When the meat is still firm and a tad pink on top (think sushi grade salmon) and steaming nicely, somewhere around 15 minutes, pull off the grill and drizzle with pure maple syrup to finish, let rest at least five minutes before serving.

This goes great with grilled asparagus, brown rice and watermelon several times a week at our house with a cold Alaskan beer.

From my table to yours enjoy!

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ockeye love, it’s the peak of summer in Alaska, the salmon are running strong, daylight is long and so are our work days as we try and get Contributed the most out of this

by Amber King special time of year.

When it gets too hot to eat much inside (which is frequently anything above 70 at my house) it’s time to grab some fish, throw it on the grill, bring the cool beverages and fruit and head outside.

Dining alfresco in Alaska can be challenging, from bear activity to no-see-um avoidance tactics, it’s not for the faint of heart but the views and vistas sure make it worth it.

My favorite salmon on the grill is sockeye; its brilliant ruby meat and firm flesh are amazing when cooked just right. Sockeye are on the smaller of the salmon family but don’t let that fool you, find one on the end of a fly rod and you’re in for an impressive and unmatched fight pound for pound; just another reason I so enjoy the harvest. You will only find sockeye in a river or stream that ends in a lake and they spend almost double the time in their breeding lakes than other fish and up to four years at sea before returning to spawn in their distinctive green head and red body. Actually considered endangered in some areas of Washington, Oregon and Idaho, in Alaska we are fighting hard to protect their native habitats to continue to make them one of our most valued commercial catch.

Sockeye has to be cooked lightly, tenderly to let it shine in its glory, and that’s why it makes amazing smoked belly strips as well. Over cook it and it’s just not the same. With local runs in full swing as well as Bristol Bay fish heading to market it’s a great time to make sure you get some sockeye on your table.

One of the best tried and true distinctively northwest grilling methods involves cedar planks. They can generally be bought in most gourmet cooking or larger grocery stores in the Pacific Northwest or you can make your own if you’re feeling crafty. Soak your planks in water, white wine or your favorite liquid for at least a couple hours... the longer the soak time the more moisture you will get out of it and less burn, and an adequate soak will allow you to reuse them if you avoid W W W.

excessive charring. So keep that bucket of soaking planks nearby the grill.

I like to use a “butterfly cut” on my salmon, start by taking a whole fillet, pull pin bones with pliers in the direction of the meat, (trust me sockeye is your friend here) and cut into three inch sections of meat, then in the middle of each piece cut gently through the meat but stopping once you reach the skin. Fold the skin pieces back to back and there you have your butterfly. This is also why I freeze my salmon for winter in half fillet pieces so I can easily butterfly it for cooking in a manageable size to preserve its seal in the freezer (for no longer than six months!)

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