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Indie Alaska
What do whales and seals sound like? | INDIE ALASKA
In Glacier Bay National Park, a crew of six researchers studies marine mammals.
Pilgrimage to Spruce Island | INDIE ALASKA
INDIE ALASKA is an original video series produced by Alaska Public Media in partnership with PBS Digital Studios. The weekly videos will capture the diverse and colorful lifestyles of everyday Alaskans at work and at play. Together, these videos will present a fresh and authentic look at living in Alaska. Music by Starship Amazing.
Pilgrimage to Spruce Island | INDIE ALASKA
Season 6 Episode 14 | 5m 10s
Spruce Island is considered by many Orthodox Christians to be one of the holiest sites in North America. The island was home to the hermitage of Herman of Alaska during the early 1800s. Every year, in early August, the Orthodox Church in America celebrates the canonization of Saint Herman with a Liturgy, pilgrimage, and banquet.
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