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26 things everyone should do in Alaska, according to a local

Chloe MillerJul 2, 2016, 02:02 IST

Courtesy of Nicole Jorgenson

You might think of Alaska as a barren, frozen wasteland, where igloos and dog sleds are more common than chain stores or Subarus. You'd be wrong.

The 49th state certainly lives up to its moniker of "The Last Frontier," but it is also home to vibrant, growing cities, a booming outdoor culture, and mountains that take your breath away. And yes, dog sleds.

As someone who was born and raised in Anchorage, the state's largest city, I consider myself a strong authority on the best things to see, eat, and do in the land of the Midnight Sun. Here are my top tips.