For Alaskans, the return of winter brings new challenges.

The arctic spring brings open waters and key opportunities.

The deep freeze sets in; Alaskans brave cruel temperatures.

Storms threaten lives in the Arctic as dark winter arrives.

Arctic residents must brace for the dangers that lurk ahead.

Alaskans must brave extreme cold to secure their survival.

The path forward will require trial and error.

The Arctic winter does not go quietly into the night.

Alaskans confront the unknown in the dead of winter.

The final days of winter force Alaskans to push through.