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I moved from the Midwest to Alaska about 7 years ago. Here are 10 things that surprised me.

Nichole SmithJun 22, 2022, 03:39 IST

I now live in Alaska's Kenai Peninsula.Nichole Smith

l was born and raised in Ohio but moved to Alaska almost seven years ago.
Not everywhere is very cold year-round, but the midnight sun is definitely real.

I moved from the Midwest to Alaska about seven years ago.

I used to live in Ohio.Nichole Smith

Not all of Alaska is extremely cold.

Harbor seals like to enjoy the sun.Nichole Smith

Contrary to common belief, the state doesn't automatically pay you to live here.

You have to apply for Alaska's permanent fund dividend every year.Nichole Smith

The midnight sun is real.

The nighttime daylight is often referred to as the midnight sun.Nichole Smith

Fishing is a popular business and hobby.

Homer, Alaska, is known as the halibut fishing capital of the world.Nichole Smith

Alaska is much larger than it looks on a map.

Alaska is over twice the size of Texas.Nichole Smith

The growing season is incredibly short.

Many farmers use high tunnels and greenhouses.Nichole Smith

Coffee is popular and very easy to find.

There are many coffee shops on the side of the road.Nichole Smith

Wild game is more popular than beef here.

You can find things like reindeer meat in stores.Nichole Smith

Earthquakes still make me anxious.

There are also tsunami signs across coastal areas.Nichole Smith

The scenery doesn't get old.

I love the views of Kachemak Bay.Nichole Smith

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