Alaskans are very outgoing and friendly for the most part. We live in a harsh and sometimes deadly environment up here and most residents keep a watchful eye out for someone who might need help. Consequently, it would be difficult to walk down the street in any town in Alaska and not have people make eye contact, say hello, and maybe even start a conversation. Millions of tourists come to Alaska each year to enjoy the winter carnivals, the summer fishing, and the year round beauty of the scenery. Alaskans know that the money these visitors bring to our state is what provides jobs and decent living to a large part of our population. So most of us really do go out of our way to say hello and make them welcome.

Mike