Description
Hatcher Pass outside Palmer in the Talkeetna Mountains has recently become a destination for groomed downhill skiing and riding thanks to the development of the area known as Skeetawk. Running the show is Megan Justus, who came to the job after managing a Syrian refugee camp. Join guest host Amy Bushatz on this episode of Outdoor Explorer as we head into Hatcher Pass to chat with Megan about managing a ski operation, plus what's coming for the ever growing Skeetawk.
GUEST HOST: Amy Bushatz
GUEST: Megan Justus, Manager, Skeetawk
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Learn more about Skeetawk
Find information about the Arctic Winter Games
BROADCAST: Thursday, February 29th, 2024. 10:00 am – 11:00 a.m. AKT
REPEAT BROADCAST: Thursday, February 29th, 2024. 8:00 – 9:00 p.m. AKT
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