A father and son are sharing their memories and experiences tied to a long-standing Alaskan tradition — the blanket toss, a practice rooted in the region’s whaling heritage.
The high-flying activity, which involves launching a person into the air using a large blanket or hide held by a group of people, has been part of Alaskan indigenous culture for generations.
The two discussed what the tradition means to them and how it has been passed down through their family, offering a personal look at a cultural practice that connects them to their Alaskan roots.
