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Barb + Mark’s AK Adventure!
09.01 - 09.21.2020
Bear Necessities!
Rare black wolf on the side of the road
Gorgeous AK Range inside Denali NP
DAY 4 • Denali National Park
Friday, September 4, 2020
Night Stop: Denali NP // Denali Hostel & Cabins
Today is FILLED with animals and sweeping landscapes! We start the day with a dogsled demo in the park, then board the bus that goes to Eielson Visitor Center - an 8-10 hour, 132 mile round-trip adventure! In addition to the scheduled stops, we can jump on/off the bus at anytime to go explore on our own. Inside the park is pristine wilderness - meaning it does NOT have any marked trails - so we can truly experience the nature as intended. We have a potential of joining a ranger-led hike, but will have to be flexible as those trips are coveted and space is limited. If we decide on this option, our dogsled demo will have to be rescheduled. We enjoy a pizza dinner that evening, along with a few drinks and cornhole!
Activity Options: Dogsled demo; Eielson VC shuttle bus; hiking
“This place, the land is more ancient and pure; it’s like a concentrated tonic for the soul. If you take too much it can infect you, and if you don’t take enough you have missed it completely and your efforts were in vain.”
DAY 5 • Denali National Park
Saturday, September 5, 2020
Night Stop: Denali NP // Denali Hostel & Cabins
The Great One
Trumpeter Swan
Yet another day of magic and adventure! We will explore some of the marked trails around the front-country visitor center for the morning, then experience a 3-hour whitewater raft excursion in the afternoon - talk about an action-packed, fun-filled day! To top it off, we will enjoy an amazing meal at 229 Parks, the region’s finest dining experience. The perfect final day in this stunning park!
Activity Options: Hiking front-country trails; whitewater rafting
DAY 6 • Denali NP - Fairbanks
Sunday, September 6, 2020
Night Stop: Fairbanks // Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks
The Northern Lights dance across the sky
The Aurora fills the sky over a small cabin near Fairbanks
Let’s keep heading North! We will head straight to Fairbanks, taking time to stop at the world-class Museum of the North. After settling into our hotel and getting a delicious dinner, we will set off in hopes of finding the Aurora Borealis - the best light show in the world! Plan for a long night, and dress warmly, as we may be out until the wee hours of the morning. Here’s hoping for ideal conditions!
Activity Options: Museum of the North; Northern Lights chasing