“Wet feet in winter are a recipe for discomfort and even frostbite,” Dr. Alvarez noted. “Shoes or boots that aren’t waterproof should be avoided, especially if you’ll be walking in snow ...

Unusually warm conditions, connected to long-term climate change, are taking a toll on traditional winter sports in much of Alaska. Skiers in the 2025 Tour of Anchorage, held on March 2.