Uploaded February 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
As a lifelong skier, Ira Edwards had early access to some of the most world-class ski terrain in the world in his backyard in Palmer, Alaska. After a devastating accident in 2010, he was eventually able to return to skiing but found his life purpose shifting to philanthropy and fundraising for others.
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The Alaska Mental Health Trust @MentalHealthTrust
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation @RWJF
INDIE ALASKA is an original video series produced by Alaska Public Media in partnership with PBS Digital Studios. The videos capture the diverse and colorful lifestyles of everyday Alaskans at work and at play. Together, these stories present a fresh and authentic look at living in Alaska.
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As a lifelong skier, Ira Edwards had early access to some of the most world-class ski terrain in the world in his backyard in Palmer, Alaska. After a devastating accident in 2010, he was eventually able to return to skiing but found his life purpose shifting to philanthropy and fundraising for others.
Production support provided by:
The Alaska Mental Health Trust @MentalHealthTrust
The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation @RWJF
INDIE ALASKA is an original video series produced by Alaska Public Media in partnership with PBS Digital Studios. The videos capture the diverse and colorful lifestyles of everyday Alaskans at work and at play. Together, these stories present a fresh and authentic look at living in Alaska.
Click on the Subscribe button above to get notified when new episodes are available.
Consider supporting Alaska Public Media and ensure storytelling like INDIE ALASKA continues into the future. Make a donation today at: alaskapublic.org/donate
