2015 Explore Fairbanks Visitors Guide

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Peerless Expeditions

Cover: Fairbanks was settled along the Chena River when a sternwheeler carrying supplies for gold prospectors could go no farther due to shallow waters a few miles upriver from here.

This Page: The aurora borealis lights up the sky north of Fairbanks. Aurora forecasts can be found at www. gi.alaska.edu.

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At 64 degrees north latitude, the sky takes on a capricious life of its own— a canvas for the aurora borealis, the midnight sun, and sunsets and sunrises that last forever. Here there are serious mountain ranges, pristine rivers and lakes, abundant wildlife and a certain poignant solitude that is found nowhere else on earth. Embark on a peerless expedition. Cross the Arctic Circle, shadow remarkable wildlife, revel in the midnight sun, hike the tundra and boreal forests, view spectacular landscapes, linger outside with eyes turned towards the night sky to see the light of the aurora borealis. Where else can you travel to such a remote locale and enjoy all the amenities of a charming downtown, a thriving arts community, rich Alaska Native culture, one-of-a-kind attractions and endless opportunities for exploration?

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Fairbanks Alaska’s “Golden Heart City.”

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Denali Crown jewel of the Alaska Range.

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Aurora Season Capture nature’s light show.

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Midnight Sun Everlasting sunshine.

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Gateway Adventures of a lifetime.

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Gold Rush History Pure gold without the rush.

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Alaska Native Culture A rich tapestry of Alaska’s Native heritage.

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Arts & Entertainment A winning crowd.

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Winter Season A traveler’s winter paradise.

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REGIONAL SECTIONS

24 Explore Fairbanks Discover the warmth.

52 Denali Neighbors Just a short drive away.

57 Interior Neighbors Visit colorful places nearby.

EXTRAS 38 Fairbanks Golden Heart Greeters

Visit one-on-one with a real Alaskan.

67 Travel Tips

Get the inside scoop.

69 Mapping It Out

Fairbanks, Alaska and Denali National Park maps.

74 Who To Call

Find that important phone number.

74 Business Index

Know the name? Find it fast!

75 ExploreFairbanks.com

Find more on the web and connect through social media.

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Arctic Neighbors

Alaskan Neighbors

An unforgettable journey.

Beyond the “Golden Heart.�

BONUS FEATURES Golden Heart Alaskans Find out what local residents love most about the region.

Fairbanks Crafted Microbrews, coffee and more hand-crafted right here!

Tanana Notes Explore the flora and fauna of the Tanana Valley.

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Explore the REGIONAL SECTIONS of this guide to find star attractions, outdoor excursions and more.

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MORRIS THOMPSON CULTURAL AND VISITORS CENTER Make this your first stop in Fairbanks Not only beautiful but informative, the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center has brochures, maps, free WiFi and telephone, daily vacancy listings, and local walking and driving tours. Serving as the regional visitor facility, our friendly and knowledgeable staff have answers to all your questions. The free 9,000 square-foot exhibit hall features outstanding displays and dioramas showcasing Interior Alaska’s people, wildlife, landscapes and seasons. Enjoy free films and programs on Alaska’s natural and cultural history. The Center also has an artisans’ workshop, a planning area for outdoor excursions, cultural programs and an Alaska Geographic store.

The Center is home to Explore Fairbanks, Alaska Public Lands Information Center, Alaska Geographic, Denakkanaaga and Tanana Chiefs Conference Cultural Programs.

Explore Fairbanks Information Centers Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center 101 Dunkel Street Fairbanks, Alaska 99701 Open 7 days a week year-round Jan. 2 – May 8 • 8am-5pm May 9 – Sept. 25 • 8am-9pm Sept. 26 – Dec. 31 • 8am-5pm Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving & Nov. 27, Dec. 24 & Christmas Day Pioneer Park 2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks at the Park Entrance Memorial Day – Labor Day Open 7 days a week seasonally • Noon-8pm Visitor information kiosks are also located at the Fairbanks International Airport and the Alaska Railroad Depot

For More Information

(907) 456-5774 for travel information (907) 456-INFO (4636) for events hotline www.explorefairbanks.com info@explorefairbanks.com

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Toll-free 1-800-327-5774 to request information or a free Winter Guide

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FAIRBANKS

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Take a deep breath and explore Fairbanks! With the midnight summer sun shining nearly 24 hours a day, Fairbanks is simply bursting with energy and things to do. Get lucky panning for gold, float the Chena River, mingle with reindeer and musk oxen, cool off in an ice museum, take a refreshing hike and look for birds and wildlife, or be inspired by art galleries, museums and historic sites.

August 21 through April 21, during the aurora season, you have a great chance to see the shimmering light of the aurora borealis, along with a host of other fascinating activities and events unveiled during the winter. Once a gold rush boomtown, now called the “Golden Heart City,” visitors find Fairbanks inviting, engaging and awe-inspiring— the heart of the last frontier.

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Downtown Fairbanks enjoys outdoor festivals and events year-round, such as the Open North American Championship Sled Dog Race seen here, which celebrates its 70th running in 2015.

Inset: The “Unknown First Family” statue is the centerpiece of the Golden Heart Plaza in downtown Fairbanks.

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Our town is eclectic—there is so much to see and do. Walking around downtown, you will find gift shops and cafÊs tucked away that only the locals know about. Find a trail and just go. The sights, smells and sounds are calming and relaxing. One of my favorite places in Fairbanks is Pioneer Park. I have been going there for the past 12 years. There is an extensive amount of history to be learned at each cabin that is now home to a local small business. There is always something different to do. Whether it is getting an ice cream or a crepe, taking pictures on the beautifully landscaped grass by the flowers, playing at the park, having a BBQ or going on the train or carousel, my family and I always have a great time.

Heather Damario, High School History Teacher

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DENALI

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The legendary crown jewel of the Alaska Range, Denali, meaning “the Great One” or “High One” in the Athabascan language, is also known as Mt. McKinley. Rising 20,237 feet into the sky, the magnificent mountain is North America’s highest peak. Denali National Park and Preserve covers six million acres of pure wilderness and is an easy two-hour drive or four-hour train trip from Fairbanks.

Traverse the Denali Park Road in your own vehicle to mile 14 or journey deeper into the park via tour bus. The varied terrain includes brilliant mountains, pristine rivers and lakes, colorful tundra, alpine meadows, sweeping vistas and abundant wildlife. Along the way you may spot moose, caribou, Dall sheep, grizzly bears, wolves or any of the hundreds of other species that call the park home.

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Mt. McKinley and Denali National Park’s vast wilderness and abundant wildlife make it one of Alaska’s most popular destinations.

Inset: Visitors to the park may see many species of animals, including migrating caribou herds.

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The thirty days that I spent walking through the wilderness of Denali National Park while working on my undergraduate geology research for the University of Alaska Fairbanks were some of the most unique and inspiring days of my life. Every day when I unzipped my tent door, I tilted my head back to look at the massive beauty that is Denali and could not help but wonder, “Why is it so big?” It is one thing to look at pictures of the Great One, but it is a remarkable experience to actually stare up at it.

Growing up in Alaska, I have seen many beautiful landscapes, but Denali is truly stunning. Walking through the glaciated wilderness provides an unparalleled feeling of solitude that is special to the park.

To me, Denali is truly the heart of the Alaskan wilderness.

Pat Terhune, University Geology Student

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AURORA SEASON

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Fairbanks is simply one of the best places on earth to see the aurora borealis. Our location under the “Auroral Oval”—a ring-shaped region around the North Pole—offers a great balance of clear nights, occurrence frequency and activity that draws people from all over the world. During the aurora season, August 21 through April 21, if you stay for at least three nights and are actively out during the evening, your chances of seeing the aurora are more than 90%. Intensity varies from night to night, with the best displays happening in the late evening to early morning hours. Ask your lodging hosts if they offer an aurora wake-up call.

Visit www.gi.alaska.edu or check the local newspaper for an aurora forecast. No guarantees, but the longer you stay, the better your chances of seeing the enthralling northern lights.

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A colorful display of northern lights swirls over a cabin in the White Mountains National Recreation Area, north of Fairbanks.

N Quick Tips for Photographing the Northern Lights It may seem impossible to capture the dancing lights, but follow these tips and you’ll be able to show the folks back home!

• Locate a dark area with minimal light pollution. Point your camera to the northern sky and compose your medium-distance foreground with a fixed object such as trees, hills or a cabin.

• Use a digital camera with manual settings and a solid tripod. Bring extra camera batteries and a flashlight and dress for extended times outdoors.

• Manually set your camera on its highest ISO setting, widest focal point and lowest aperture.

• Expose each shot for approximately 5 to 10 seconds. Longer exposures will result in brighter images, but stars will streak and the aurora will soften. Short exposures may have sharper detail but dimmer images.

• Every aurora and camera is distinctive, so experiment with different settings and exposure times to get the best shot. Review your shots and adjust the settings as needed.

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MIDNIGHT SUN

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Wake up in the middle of the night to find the sun shining brightly, people out biking and gardening and walking the dog. This far north phenomenon is a cool consequence of living on top of the world where 100 pound cabbages aren’t outlandish and golfing in the wee hours of the morning is commonplace. The endless sunshine transforms life in the far north in pleasing and wondrous ways. Flowers, vegetables and all things green and growing often dwarf their lower 48 cousins. People are energized and on the go at all hours.

Civil twilight, the technical term for “usable daylight hours,” begins and ends when the center of the sun is geometrically six degrees below the horizon. That might sound perplexing but what it boils down to is that regardless of sunrises and sunsets, there are 70 straight days of sunshine, from the middle of May to the end of July, when Fairbanks doesn’t experience darkness, just twilight. How incredible is that?

Favorite middle-of-the-night activities include hiking, running, golfing and even baseball—where the Alaska Goldpanners start their historic solstice game at 10:30pm—and never have to use electric lights.

Guests on the deck of a riverside restaurant enjoy the warmth of Fairbanks’ summer sun as a riverboat passes by on the Chena River.

Inset: Fairbanks’ long summer days result in an abundance of locally grown flowers and produce.

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N Our everlasting summer sunshine creates amazing growth and as a result the Fairbanks farmers markets are truly extraordinary.

Northern farmers claim that our produce tastes better because of our cool climate! Our cool nights make the vegetables sweeter and more delicious than those grown in hotter climates. Tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, cucumbers, zucchini, lettuce and more can be purchased at seasonal markets. Local small businesses also turn Alaska produce into for-sale items such as Alaskan jams, seasonings, mustards and more. Artwork, gifts and jewelry adorn the markets—search for that perfect keepsake to remind you of your journey to the top of the world.

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GATEWAY Located in the golden heart of this great state, Fairbanks is the gateway to Alaska’s Interior and Arctic—areas that offer adventures many people only dream about. Denali National Park is two hours away; the Arctic Circle and Yukon River are an accessible five- to six-hour drive; villages without road access, refuges and parks are just a short flight away.

Singular places like Barrow, Nome, Fort Yukon, Beaver, Bettles, Anaktuvuk Pass, Coldfoot, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, the Gates of the Arctic National Park and the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park are all within reach. See caribou migrations and polar bears, hike in rugged mountains, float mighty rivers and fly-fish remote streams. Auto rentals, air and ground transportation, guided ecotours, fishing and boat charters and wildlife tours can be arranged through professional outfitters. Let the warmth of the people guide you through these vast and beautiful lands.

A midnight sunset over dwarf fireweed near the Canning River in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in the Brooks Range.

Inset: Wild muskoxen roam the Arctic tundra looking for the roots, mosses and lichens that sustain them.

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Wildlife Viewing Many people come to Alaska with the hopes of sighting wildlife. In addition to Denali National Park, Fairbanks is the gateway to many large, unspoiled landscapes that serve as great habitat for animals. The remote Dalton Highway crosses large tracts of boreal forest, subalpine and Arctic tundra. Along the way, you may be able to see black bear, caribou and moose.

Or explore the nearby Chena River State Recreation Area recently recognized by National Geographic as one of the 10 best places for winter tourism—a wild forest with many sloughs and a mixture of treed and treeless landscape. Moose and beaver frequent this area as well as other small animals like ermine, fox and red squirrels.

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© State of Alaska/Michael DeYoung. Inset: Cindy Webb/Alaskan Gold Rush Fine Jewelry

GOLD RUSH HIS

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Gold, as the old saying goes, is where you find it—and it was found in great quantity here in the Fairbanks area. Italian immigrant Felix Pedro’s initial 1902 gold strike coincided with Captain E.T. Barnette’s building of a trading post on the banks of the Chena River, and the gold rush to Fairbanks was on. The town has grown over the last century, but Fairbanks still has operating gold mines and embraces its colorful gold rush roots.

Today, visitor attractions and fun-filled events celebrate the historic quest for gold. See the largest public display of gold in the state at the university’s museum. Visit the Pedro Monument or try your hand at gold panning. Find that perfect gold nugget souvenir to take back home.

Discover one of the many reasons Fairbanks is called the “Golden Heart City.”

Some modern day gold miners still pan for gold in nearby creeks and valleys just as they did over one hundred years ago.

Inset: Like snowflakes, no two gold nuggets are exactly the same, making every piece of gold nugget jewelry, like this diamond-studded tie-tack, a one-of-a-kind creation.

Follow in the footsteps of gold seekers from years past and explore our region on foot! Public lands accessible from Fairbanks offer unlimited opportunities for day hikes, extended backpacking trips or a casual stroll in the woods. The Chena River State Recreation Area and White Mountains National Recreation Area are both within an hour’s drive of Fairbanks and offer trails in varying lengths and difficulty. A leisurely stroll through the boreal forest at Birch Hill Recreation Area, Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary or Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge—all within minutes of downtown—will introduce you to the flora and fauna that make the Interior their home.

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Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks. Inset: Basket by Annie Blue; Photo by Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

ALASKA NATIVE

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Fairbanks’ northern clime reveals a rich tapestry of indigenous arts and culture.

Alaska Native peoples create works of art out of strikingly different materials like caribou antler, moose hide, whale baleen and walrus ivory. Once a nomadic people, many Athabascans now live in small villages throughout Alaska’s vast Interior. Athabascans make baskets and more out of birch bark and are renowned for exquisite beadwork. Further north in the Arctic, you will find Inupiaq and Yupik Eskimo. These resilient people are often coastal and create elegant carvings of the natural world around them out of ivory, bone, antler and driftwood. Native artists demonstrate and sell their work in galleries and specialty stores. Visitors can see Alaska Native performing arts like drumming, dancing and fiddle playing in locales around town and during events. Adventurous travelers can visit remote villages and experience the resourcefulness and lifestyle of Interior and Arctic peoples.

Alaska Native dancers perform at festivals and events throughout Fairbanks year-round.

Inset: Yupik Eskimos use tightly woven beach grass to make beautiful coil baskets.

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Memories of the blanket toss at the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics.

As the blanket was pulled out to set up for the Blanket Toss competition and its 50 or more pullers were balanced, the dance group sat alongside the arena in a yoga-like position with their legs pointed straight out and backs upright and strong. As the blanket pullers rhythmically pulled the blanket, the drummer and singers of Tikigak began their soulful offering for all to hear. Beating in synchronicity to our heartbeats, the blanket, the drummers and singers began the most spiritual experience I’ve ever encountered. One could only hear the beats of a song long time passed on. Even the children were in awe of the sensory spectacle and not boisterously running around with joy. It was quiet. This experience was beyond all others—it was the sharing of our heartbeats.

Chris Anderson, Retired Non-Profit Executive

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Eric Nancarrow. Inset: Annie Duffy

ARTS & ENTERTA

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Visitors expect to see abundant wildlife and vast wilderness when they come to Fairbanks, but their biggest surprise might be our robust art scene. Fairbanks is alive with art. Galleries, exhibits, studios, murals and more display art of all kinds—painting, ceramics, mask making, found art, sculpture, photography—the list is endless. Premier concert and symphony schedules showcase prominent performers and concertmasters. Study-performance festivals attract instructors and students from around the world. Noted authors, illustrators and composers call Fairbanks home, and ballroom, ethnic and swing dance clubs welcome visitors. Acclaimed dramatic artists and crew present fantastic shows.

Culinary artists and gardening buffs appreciate the light of the midnight sun and its boon to local farmers markets, restaurants and botanical gardens. Fairbanks sets the stage for a wide variety of classic and contemporary art, theater and music events and exhibitions year-round.

Creation, a quilt by Ree Nancarrow, illustrates an Alaska Native myth in which Raven stole the sun, moon and stars from a great chief and released them into the world to create light for all peoples.

Inset: Local artists draw inspiration and material from the environment, such as these found raven feathers, to create brilliant works of art, as shown in this mixed media vessel, February Raven, by Annie Duffy.

I have lived in Alaska my entire life, and I think the most surprising thing continues to be the amazing people who live here.

It is a truly special experience to have conversations with Alaskans who come from all walks of life. Adventurous, inspired people run in abundance here, and there is always a good story to be heard. My favorite indoor activity is attending First Fridays. Alaska is rich in artists of all disciplines, and it is a delight to attend this monthly community gathering where people come together to engage in conversation and enjoy the creativity that surrounds us.

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Year-Round

Music & Theater Performances

Local and internationally renowned talent can be seen throughout the year. See pages 33–34 for more information about the performing arts scene.

First Fridays

Many art galleries, specialty shops and the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center host shows or receptions the first Friday evening of each month.

Guided Nature Walks and Children’s Programs Learn more about the wonders of Interior Alaska at Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge. (907) 452-5162, www.creamersfield.org

Noel Wien Library Youth Programs

Free reading fun, learning and activities for children of all ages. (907) 459-1052, www.fnsblibrary.org

Seasonal

Sept–May Roller Derby

High-speed, high-impact fun! Catch a bout in Fairbanks (www.fairbanksrollergirls.org) or North Pole (www.northpolebabesintoyland.com).

Nov–Apr Cross Country Ski Races

Interval, mass and relay starts; free, classic and mixed techniques at Birch Hill Recreation Area.

(907) 457-4435, www.nscfairbanks.org

Dec–Mar Sled Dog Events & Races

Skijoring, 4-, 6- and 8-dog and open classes at the Jeff Studdert Race Grounds on Farmers Loop Road.

(907) 457-MUSH, www.sleddog.org

May–Sept Farmers & Open Air Markets

Browse Alaska-grown produce and locally made art, crafts, baked goods and more at the Tanana Valley Farmers Market (www.tvfmarket.com) and the Downtown Market (downtownfairbanks.com).

Jun–Aug Gazebo Nights

Nightly performances in the gazebo at Pioneer Park featuring different artists every night of the week, 7-8pm. (907) 456-6485, www.fairbanksarts.org

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Soul of the Moon, sculpted by Junichi Nakamura, Shinichi Sawamura, Todd Dawson and Ara Hidenobu. Photo by Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

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2015 Calendar of Events

January

1–4 Christmas in Ice continued from Nov 29, 2014 A magical event in North Pole with Christmasthemed ice sculptures by local and international sculptors and a kids’ park made of snow and ice.

(907) 488-2281, www.christmasinice.org

February – continued

17 Winter Nature Walk & Animal Tracking

28–Mar 1 Tired Iron

Explore the refuge and learn about animal tracks and signs at Creamer’s Field. (907) 452-5162, www. creamersfield.org

February

5–6 Region VI Championship Cross Country Ski Races

Individual and relay ski races. Mass start and relay, free and mixed. Birch Hill Recreation Area. (907) 457-4435, www.nscfairbanks.org

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Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race

1,000-mile (1,600 km) sled dog race starting in Whitehorse, YT, Canada, and finishing 9-11 days later on the Chena River in downtown Fairbanks.

(907) 452-7954, www.yukonquest.com

13-22 Hockey Week In Fairbanks

A celebration of the fastest sport on ice with a variety of events for all ages. (907) 452-6857, www. fairbankshockeyhalloffame.com

21–28 Iron Dog

27–Mar 1 Denali Winterfest

Dog sled rides, 5K family fun run/walk/bike/ski/skijor/snowshoe, spectacular scenery and more! (907) 683-1330, www.denaliborough.govoffice.com Snowmobile races for older model machines and fun activities for the entire family downtown on the Chena River. (907) 452-8602, www.fairbankstired iron.org

28–Mar 8 Farthest North Jewish Film Festival

International, classic and feature films sponsored by the Congregation Or Hatzafon. (907) 456-1002, www.mosquitonet.com/~orhatzafon

March

TBD Chatanika Days

Outhouse races and snowmobile tug-of-war in the historic gold mining town of Chatanika, 30 miles north of Fairbanks. (907) 389-2164

1–29 BP World Ice Art Championships continued from Feb 23 International ice sculpting competition with 180+ sculptures and a kids park. Best viewing of finished sculptures: March 7–22. (907) 451-8250, www. icealaska.com

The longest, toughest snowmobile race in the world. From Big Lake to Nome and finishing in Fairbanks on the Chena River. (907) 563-4414, www. irondograce.org

5–7 Festival of Native Arts

23–Mar 29 BP World Ice Art Championships

6–8 Junior North American Championship Sled Dog Race

International ice sculpting competition with 180+ sculptures and a kids park. Best viewing of finished sculptures: March 7–22. (907) 451-8250, www. icealaska.com

Celebrate Alaska Native culture with traditional dancing and singing. Alaska Native arts and crafts for sale. (907) 474-6889, www.uaf.edu/festival

Dog mushing championship for mushers ages 2-18 at Mushers Hall. (907) 490-4798, www.fairbanksjuniordogmushers.org

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Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

For more events and up-to-date information, visit www.explorefairbanks.com, call (907) 456-INFO for the events hotline, or visit the individual event web sites. Please confirm event dates prior to making your travel plans.

April

2–5 International Curling Bonspiel

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Competitive men’s and women’s divisions and prizes. Commemorative pins, shirts and souvenirs.

(907) 452-CURL, www.curlfairbanks.org

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7–8 Nenana Ice Classic Tripod Days

Raising of the Tripod on the Tanana River. Entertainment for the entire family in Nenana. (907) 8325446, www.nenanaakiceclassic.com

7–8 North Pole Championship Sled Dog Races 2-dog skijor, 4-, 6- and 10-dog races in North Pole.

(907) 457-MUSH, www.sleddog.org

Dog mushers compete in skijoring, 4-, 6- and 8-dog classes at the Jeff Studdert Race Grounds. (907) 457-MUSH, www.sleddog.org

19–21 North American Basketball Tournament

Teams from all over Alaska compete at the UAF Patty Center. Hosted by the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics. (907) 452-6646, www.weio.org

20–22 70th Annual Open North American Championship Sled Dog Race

20–22 Fur Auction

Hosted by the Alaska Trappers Association during the dog sled races in downtown Fairbanks. (907) 457-1774, www.alaskatrappers.org

22 Parka Parade

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Chena River Run

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Spring Migration Celebration

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Alaska Visitor Industry’s Walk for Charity

First 5K run of the season benefiting local community service projects, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Fairbanks. (907) 452-8986, www.fairbanks rotary.org Talks, walks and bird viewing during the peak of spring bird migration at Creamer’s Field. (907) 4525162, www.creamersfield.org

Showcasing beautiful, hand-made summer and winter parkas after the sled dog races in downtown Fairbanks. (907) 456-6485, www.fairbanksarts.org

Feast on fabulous food while raising funds for local charities on this fun 4K graze through downtown Fairbanks. (907) 459-3758, www.alaskacharity walk.org

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23 Bacon Festival Fairbanks

50 km mass start, free technique cross country ski race. Starts and ends on the Chena River in downtown Fairbanks. (907) 457-4435, www. nscfairbanks.org

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The world’s fastest mushers compete in the oldest continuously run race in the world. Start and finish in downtown Fairbanks. (907) 457-MUSH, www. sleddog.org

March – continued

High-speed 5.5-mile ski race with snowmobile partner who pulls the skier 2.25 miles between two courses. (907) 456-2626, www.arcticman.com

Celebrate how this tasty pork product saved Fairbanks during the 1906 fire. Vendors, bacon tasting, live entertainment and all things bacon. (907) 456-1984, www.festivalfairbanks.org

Sherman Hogue/ Explore Fairbanks

13–15 Limited North American Championship Sled Dog Race

6–12 Arctic Man Ski & Sno-Go Classic

A River City

The 100-mile Chena River that runs right through the heart of Fairbanks is a natural venue offering year-round activities and celebrations. During the winter months, there’s plenty to get excited about on the frozen Chena—like the epic 1,000-mile Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race or the Iron Dog, “The world’s longest, toughest snowmobile race.” In the summertime, you can watch the popular rubber duckie race that takes place during Golden Days or the off-beat Red Green Regatta—a funky float down the Chena in contraptions created out of unusual objects and an extravagant amount of duct tape.

Take the two-mile river walk along the Chena any time and enjoy the interesting sites, sculptures and flowers along the way. Start off at the antler arch at the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center and head towards Golden Heart Plaza, continuing on past the bridges lined with flags and stroll down to beloved Pioneer Park.

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June 6

Fairbanks Summer Folk Fest

A day of free live folk, bluegrass, blues, jazz and celtic music at Pioneer Park. www.fairbanksfolkfest. org

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Stroll among artists and musicians as they demonstrate their skills and display their work. Noon5pm at Creamer’s Field. (907) 452-5162, www. creamersfield.org

20 Midnight Sun Run

10K run from the UAF Patty Center to Pioneer Park.

Walkers and costumes too! (907) 452-6046, www. midnightsunrun.us

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Small town, big events.

June—continued 20–21 Yukon 800 Boat Race

The longest, roughest, toughest speed boat race in the world, traveling 800 miles along the Chena, Tanana and Yukon rivers. (907) 388-4627, www. yukon800.com

21 Midnight Sun Festival

Downtown fun under the midnight sun! Music, food and vendors on one of the longest days of the year.

(907) 452-8671, www.downtownfairbanks.com

21 110th Midnight Sun Baseball Game

The Alaska Goldpanners play at 10:30pm without artificial lighting on the longest day of the year.

(907) 451-0095, www.goldpanners.com

27 –July 1 Week in the Woods

Join the Folk School in the remote boreal forest—living, learning and creating with an amazing cast of instructors including woodworkers, craftspeople, artisans and naturalists. (907) 451-0445, http:// thefolkschoolfairbanks.org/week-in-the-woods-2/

July

4 July 4th Celebration at Pioneer Park

Food, family activities, craft bazaar, entertainment, military colors ceremony and aircraft fly-over. (907) 459-1087, www.fnsb.us/pioneerpark

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North Pole Community 4th of July Celebration

A parade, food and fun celebrating Independence Day. (907) 488-2242, www.northpolechamber.us

10–12 Midnight Sun Intertribal Powwow

Alaska Natives, American Indians and First Nations People of Canada share their cultures and heritage.

(907) 456-2245

11 Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Walk/Run Raising awareness and funds to fight arthritis. Start and finish at the Santa Claus House in North Pole.

(907) 277-2784, www.jingleinjuly.com

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Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival— Awaken Your Inner Artist

July 12 – 26 The Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival offers workshops for adults and concerts for all, July 12–26, 2015. The Festival encourages personal growth and art appreciation. With more than 180 workshops and 100 performances in music, visual arts, dance, writing, theater, healing arts and culinary arts, held at more than 25 locations all over town, there is sure to be something for everyone. Participants can watch a concert, attend a mini-workshop or stay for the full two weeks. This year, the American Bus Association designated the festival as one of the “Top 100 Events in North America for 2015.”

July—continued

12–26 Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival

Multi-discipline study-performance festival offering workshops, master classes and performances. (907) 474-8869, www.fsaf.org

15–18 World Eskimo-Indian Olympics

Indigenous people compete in traditional athletic games and celebrate through pageants, dances and Native arts and crafts. (907) 452-6646, www.weio. org

15–19 Golden Days

Celebrate Fairbanks’ golden past with Alaska’s largest parade, sourdough pancake breakfasts, historic reenactments, beer festival, the Red Green Regatta and rubber duckie race. (907) 452-1105, www. fairbankschamber.org

August

7–15 Tanana Valley State Fair

Fun for the entire family! Alaska’s best produce and competitive exhibits. Commercial, craft and food vendors. Rides, games and entertainment! (907) 452-3750, www.tananavalleyfair.org

September

19 Equinox Marathon

26-mile marathon starting at 8am featuring views of Mt. McKinley from the top of Ester Dome. www. equinoxmarathon.org

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Local chefs from the Midnight Sun Chefs Association prepare a six-course meal featuring locally grown potatoes. (907) 456-1984, info@festivalfairbanks.org

October

17 International Friendship Day

Celebrate cultural diversity with performances and ethnic food booths. (907) 474-0928, rjkan@alaska. edu

7–16 Alaska International Senior Games

November

16 10th Annual Renewable Energy Fair

Alaska Native musicians gather in Fairbanks annually for a musical celebration. (907) 388-5651

Competitive sports and activities for anyone 50 and older. (907) 978-2388, www.alaskaisg.org

TBD Athabascan Fiddlers Festival

Candy Dancer, sculpted by Heather Brice. Photo courtesy Santa Claus House

Daniel Baker Photography

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For more events and up-to-date information, visit www.explorefairbanks.com, call (907) 456-INFO for the events hotline, or visit the individual event web sites. Please confirm event dates prior to making your travel plans.

December

1–Jan 8 Christmas in Ice continued from Nov 28 A magical event in North Pole with Christmasthemed ice sculptures by local and international sculptors and a kids park made of snow and ice.

(907) 488-2281, www.christmasinice.org

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Tree Lighting at Creamer’s Field

Annual lighting of the tree and caroling followed by cookies and hot drinks in the historic farmhouse at 6pm. (907) 452-5162, www.creamersfield.org

5–6 North Pole Winter Festival

Fireworks, holiday bazaar, tree- and candle-lighting ceremonies, caroling and crowning of the North Pole King and Queen. (907) 488-2242, www. northpolechamber.us

18–19 Christmas Party for Children

Party on the 18th geared toward children with disabilities. Gift and free buffet for every child.

Santa arrives at 6:30pm. Chatanika Lodge. (907) 389-2164

19 Sing-It-Yourself-Messiah

A free community event at Chena Hot Springs Resort educating and informing people on all things renewable and sustainable in areas of energy, environment and agriculture. (907) 488-1505, www. chenahotsprings.com/renewable-energy-fair

21–22 Rookie Spiel

Sponsored by the Fairbanks Choral Society. 3pm at the First Presbyterian Church. (907) 456-1144, ssummerville@gmail.com

28–30 Tanana Valley Sandhill Crane Festival

28–Jan 8 Christmas in Ice

Riverfront lighting, sleigh rides, caroling, music and winter fun in downtown Fairbanks. (907) 4528671, www.downtownfairbanks.com

A magical event in North Pole with Christmasthemed ice sculptures by local and international sculptors and a kids park made of snow and ice.

(907) 488-2281, www.christmasinice.org

Celebrate the return of the cranes to Creamer’s Field! Three days of talks, walks, crafts, music and cranes! (907) 452-5162, www.creamersfield.org

Two fun-filled days of curling for new players and those trying new positions. Heated spectator gallery. (907) 452-CURL, www.curlfairbanks.org

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31 New Year’s Eve Sparktacular

Brilliant fireworks at UAF’s West Ridge at 8pm. Stop by the Museum of the North before the show for hot chocolate and cookies. (907) 474-7505

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Fairbanks’ small-town “Golden Heart” hospitality and pioneer spirit will make your stay one to remember. From excellent accommodations to restaurants, top-rated visitor attractions, concerts and performances, art galleries, specialty stores, historic sites, Alaska Native culture, spectacular events and access to the Alaskan wilderness, Fairbanks and nearby North Pole offer you adventure in a truly Alaskan style.

The Chena River is central to the Fairbanks landscape and provides a vibrant and playful setting for the downtown area.

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Explore Fairbanks INDEX Activities, Attractions & Tours

Adventure/Ecotours 25 Aurora Viewing 27 Dog Mushing 28 Fishing/River Excursions 29 Flightseeing 29 Gold/Frontier History 29 Hot Springs 30 Museums 30 Nature/Wildlife Viewing 31 Sightseeing 31 Sports/Activities Rentals 32 Winter Activities 32

Arts & Culture

Art Galleries/Exhibits 33 Dance Studios/Groups 33 Festivals 33 Native Culture 33 Performing Arts 33

Events & Entertainment

Family Fun 34 Nightlife 34 Spectator Sports 34

Shopping

Bookstores/Maps 34 Clothing/Sporting Goods 34 Gift Shops/Specialty Goods 34 Groceries 36 Large Retailers 36

Dining

Bakeries/Coffee Shops 37 Breweries 37 Casual Dining 37 Fine Dining 38 International Dining 38

Accommodations

Accommodations At-a-Glance 39 Bed & Breakfasts 41 Cabins 42 Hostels 42 Hotels/Motels 43 Lodges 46 Campgrounds/RV Parks 46 Vacation Rentals 47

Conventions, Meetings & Events

Catering 47 Event Facilities 47 Event Planners 47

Activities, Attractions & Tours Adventure/Ecotours

1st Alaska Outdoor School, LLC  f PO Box 84529, Fairbanks, AK 99708 2240 Hanson Rd, Fairbanks (907) 590-5900 info@1stalaskaoutdoorschool.com www.1stalaskaoutdoorschool.com Have fun and enjoy your Alaskan vacation summer or winter. Visit with us the Arctic Circle, Arctic Ocean/Prudhoe Bay, McCarthy/Kennicott, hot springs. Fairbanks City and Highlight Tour daily. Come aurora viewing, dog mushing & snowmachining. We speak English & German. (see also Aurora Viewing, Nature/Wildlife Viewing, Sightseeing)

Adventures North  f 1651 Brer Ln, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 460-0307 adventures.north.alaska@gmail.com Enjoy the magic of Alaska aurora, scenery, wildlife with Joyce Kelso—a musher, biologist & photographer who lived in the wilds of Alaska for about 30 years. Get tips to improve your photos & receive souvenir photos of your adventure! 907-460-0307.

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Alaska Outdoor Rentals & Guides, LLC  f PO Box 82388, Fairbanks, AK 99708 Chena River at Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 457-2453 larry@2paddle1.com, www.2paddle1.com Bicycle, kayak & canoe rentals. Custom group tours. Tell us what YOU want.

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Air Transportation Auto/RV Services Auto/RV Rentals Ground/Public Transportation

Trip Planning

Chambers of Commerce Travel Agents/Trip Planners Visitor Information

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Services — Visitors

Banking/Currency Exchange 50 Beauty Salons/Spas 50 Copying/Printing 50 Education/Training 50 Medical/Health 50 Places of Worship 51 Real Estate 51

Services — Business

Associations 51 Audio/Visual Production 51 Financial 51 Industry 51 Marketing 51 Media 51 Photography 51

Alaska Railroad Vacations

PO Box 74622, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Toll Free: (800) 819-0737 info@akrivertours.com, www.akrivertours.com Catch fish as beginner/expert on guided fishing trip. Experience spectacular wildlife when rafting in Fairbanks & remote AK. Also winter ice fishing. All gear/meals/ guide/transport provided. ½-/full-/multi-day trips avail. on Chena/Delta CW/Gulkana/Talachulitna/local lakes. (see also Fishing/River Excursions)

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PO Box 107500, Anchorage, AK 99510 1745 Johansen Expy, Fairbanks (907) 265-2494, Fax: (907) 265-2323 Toll Free: (800) 544-0552 reservations@akrr.com, www.AlaskaRailroad.com Your Alaska rail vacation starts here! Let the Alaska Railroad take you to the places you want to see. Visit Fairbanks, Denali, Talkeetna, Anchorage, Whittier and Seward. Capture the best views at the front of the train with us. Ask about premium GoldStar service. Book now! (see also Ground/Public Transportation, Denali Neighbors - Adventure/Ecotours, Ground/Public Transportation)

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PO Box 107500, Anchorage, AK 99510 1745 Johansen Expy, Fairbanks (907) 265-2494, Fax: (907) 265-2323 Toll Free: (800) 544-0552 reservations@akrr.com, www.AlaskaRailroad.com What’s the best way to see Mt. McKinley? The Alaska Railroad’s “Denali in a Day” tour! Travel roundtrip to Denali NP from Fairbanks aboard the Denali Star train.

Ask about premium GoldStar. Our Alaskan agents can book a perfect afternoon tour at the Park. Call us today! (see also Ground/Public Transportation, Denali Neighbors - Adventure/Ecotours, Ground/Public Transportation)

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Explore Fairbanks Alaskan Tails of the Trail with Mary Shields f PO Box 80961, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 455-6469 mshields@mosquitonet.com, www.maryshields.com How did a girl from Wis. end up living in a log cabin in the woods w/ a family of huskies howling outside?

How did she become the first woman to complete the Iditarod? Are Mary’s dogs really the sweetest in AK? Does she bake the best brownies in Fbks? Come see for yourself. (see also Dog Mushing)

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PO Box 55345, North Pole, AK 99705 3740 Lyle Ave, North Pole (907) 712-4529 info@alaska-wildlife-guide.com www.alaska-wildlife-guide.com Explore Alaska with us! Year-round guided outdoor and sightseeing tours.

PO Box 80562, Fairbanks, AK 99708 2480 Maria St, Fairbanks (907) 479-8203 Toll Free: (888) 577-8203 info@arcticwild.com, www.arcticwild.com Raft, canoe, backpack & base camp wilderness adventures in Alaska’s Arctic.

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PO Box 82720, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 474-3530, Fax: (907) 474-4767 info@daltonhighway.com, www.arctic-outfitters.com Dalton Highway and Alaska’s Arctic specialists. We have Dalton Highway auto rentals year-round and can arrange hotel and tours along the highway. Tours and transportation available to the Yukon River, Arctic Circle, Coldfoot and Deadhorse (including Arctic Ocean shuttles).

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Explore Fairbanks Calypso Farm and Ecology Center  PO Box 106, Ester, AK 99725 4780 Old Nenana Hwy, Ester (907) 451-0691, Fax: (907) 451-0691 calypsoinformation@gmail.com www.calypsofarm.org We are an educational farm that maintains a network of school gardens.

Cold Climate Housing Research Center f PO Box 82489, Fairbanks, AK 99708 1000 Fairbanks St, Fairbanks (907) 457-3454, Fax: (907) 457-3456 info@cchrc.org, www.cchrc.org Offering tours of its research facility the second Thursday of each month at 2pm.

EcoSeg Alaska, LLC  599 Arvita Ct, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 328-3557 ecosegak@gmail.com, www.ecosegalaska.com Segway tours around Fairbanks area. A unique way to explore. Come ride with us.

Fairbanks Paddle & Pedal  1151 Ivy Drive, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 388-4480 fbxpp@yahoo.com, www.fbxpp.com EASY float & bike guided day tour. See the best in one day! Lunch included!

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A&P Tours, Inc.

PO Box 82720, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 479-5451, Fax: (907) 479-8908 Toll Free: (800) 336-TREK adventure@northernalaska.com www.transarctictreks.com Let your High Arctic Adventure begin! We are experienced Alaskan professionals who specialize in selling Alaska’s Arctic. Choose from one-day adventures to overnight experiences. Call or email us to start planning your adventure today!

PO Box 101068, Anchorage, AK 99510 430 K St, Anchorage (907) 272-9401, Fax: (907) 272-0251 aptours@alaska.net, www.aptoursalaska.com Specializing in aurora tours & winter/summer activities for international visitors.

Warbelow’s Air Ventures, Inc. f 3758 University Ave S, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-3520, Fax: (907) 474-4767 Toll Free: (888) 280-0582 fly@warbelows.com, www.warbelows.com Native culture above the Arctic Circle. Bush mail flights.

Polar bear expeditions. (see also Native Culture)

Aurora Viewing

1st Alaska Outdoor School, LLC  f PO Box 84529, Fairbanks, AK 99708 2240 Hanson Rd, Fairbanks (907) 590-5900 info@1stalaskaoutdoorschool.com www.1stalaskaoutdoorschool.com Fairbanks’ best aurora viewing from high mountains, hot springs or Arctic Circle. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Nature/Wildlife Viewing, Sightseeing)

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Affordable tour packages. (see also Native Culture, Sightseeing) PO Box 72422, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Cleary Summit, Fairbanks (907) 389-2812 info@auroracabin.com, www.auroracabin.com View the northern lights in style and comfort! Located 21 miles north of Fairbanks, the Aurora Borealis Lodge is ideally situated for 360° viewing and photography.

From late August through early April, we offer evening aurora tours with roundtrip transfers from Fairbanks. (see also Bed & Breakfasts, Lodges)

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Northern Alaska Tour Company  f PO Box 82991, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 474-8600, Fax: (907) 474-4767 Toll Free: (800) 474-1986 adventure@northernalaska.com www.northernalaska.com Discover Alaska’s Arctic! 1-day & multi-day adventures throughout Alaska’s Arctic featuring the natural history & cultural heritage of the region. Destinations include: Dalton Highway, Yukon River, Arctic Circle, Coldfoot, Anaktuvuk Pass, Prudhoe Bay, Barrow, Kotzebue & Nome. (see also Aurora Viewing, Flightseeing, Sightseeing)

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Running Reindeer Ranch  f PO Box 73013, Fairbanks, AK 99707 (907) 455-4998, Fax: (907) 455-4998 info@runningreindeer.com www.runningreindeer.com Join us and our reindeer as we explore the boreal forest of Interior Alaska. This personal, small-group walking tour allows us to explore our guests’ interests and is different each time. Let our reindeer delight you with their antics. #1 activity on tripadvisor.com

YOUR TICKET TO ALASKA ADVENTURE. With jaw-dropping views and world-class recreation, the Alaska Railroad is the perfect way to experience Alaska.

Fairbanks Denali Talkeetna Wasilla Anchorage BE MOVED. Circle 3 on Reader Response Card  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

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Explore Fairbanks Blue Kennels and Dog Sled Trips f PO Box 16256, Two Rivers, AK 99716 6885 No Name Ln, Two Rivers (907) 488-3119 info@bluekennels.de, www.blue-kennels.com Polar bear viewing, multi-day dog sledding, aurora viewing tours since 1997. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Dog Mushing)

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PO Box 74877, Fairbanks, AK 99707 5804 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Mile 18.6, Fairbanks (907) 488-8402, Fax: (907) 488-8787 www.chandalarranchalaska.com Your aurora center! Aurora room/dinner tours/clothing/ nightly hotel pickups. (see also Fishing/River Excursions, Hostels)

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PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 Mile 56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com Departing nightly at resort’s Activity Center. Winter gear rental. (see also Campgrounds/RV Parks, Casual Dining, Dog Mushing, Event Facilities, Flightseeing, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

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PO Box 82991, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 474-8600, Fax: (907) 474-4767 Toll Free: (800) 474-1986 adventure@northernalaska.com www.northernalaska.com Arctic Circle Aurora Adventure. Overnight adventures under the Aurora Oval. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Flightseeing, Sightseeing)

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PO Box 252, Ester, AK 99725 500 2nd Ave, Fairbanks (907) 451-8224 contact@photosymphony.com www.photosymphony.com The Crown of Light—the most beautiful and realistic aurora show seen anywhere.

Ronn Murray Photography and Tours f (907) 888-6055 ronnm@ronnmurrayphoto.com www.ronnmurrayphoto.com Witnessing the northern lights is an incredible experience; doing it with us is picture-perfect. You’ll get a personal, unique adventure complete with photos and workshops, led by a professional team of expert aurora photographers. (see also Photography)

6090 Emancipation Ln, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 687-6656 siriussleddogs.net@gmail.com www.siriussleddogs.net No crowds, cozy cabin, local hosts, warm indoor views & friendly huskies. (see also Dog Mushing)

Dog Mushing

Alaskan Tails of the Trail with Mary Shields f PO Box 80961, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 455-6469 mshields@mosquitonet.com, www.maryshields.com Personal visit w/ dog musher & author Mary Shields & her sled dogs. (see also Adventure/Ecotours)

Black Spruce Dog Sledding f 3850 Errol Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 315-4167 blacksprucedogsledding@gmail.com www.blacksprucedogsledding.com Affordable authentic tours with Iditarod veteran. Mountain and aurora views.

Blue Kennels and Dog Sled Trips f PO Box 16256, Two Rivers, AK 99716 6885 No Name Ln, Two Rivers (907) 488-3119 info@bluekennels.de, www.blue-kennels.com Polar bear viewing, multi-day dog sledding, aurora viewing tours since 1997. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Aurora Viewing)

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PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 Mile 56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com Summer dog kennel tours & cart rides, winter sled dog rides through resort. (see also Aurora Viewing, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Casual Dining, Event Facilities, Flightseeing, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

Just Short of Magic Sled Dog Tours f 5157 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 750-0208 eleanor@justshortofmagic.com www.justshortofmagic.com Personal sled dog tours, mushing school, warm-up yurt.

Arctic gear provided.

Landcruiser Dog Sled Tours f HC33 Box 32928, Mile 329 Parks Hwy Nenana, AK 99760 (907) 888-4363 mush@cruiserdogtours.com www.cruiserdogtours.com Come over and explore our wild and exciting trail system by dog sled.

Paws for Adventure Sled Dog Tours f PO Box 10107, Fairbanks, AK 99710 (907) 378-3630 pawsforadventure@gmail.com www.pawsforadventure.com Premier Alaskan mushing! Cozy warm-up yurt. 1-hr rides to multi-day tours.

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Explore Fairbanks Sirius Sled Dogs, LLC  f 6090 Emancipation Ln, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 687-6656 siriussleddogs.net@gmail.com www.siriussleddogs.net Big friendly Alaskan/Siberian huskies. Aurora by dog sled ride, kennel tour, mushing school. (see also Aurora Viewing)

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Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race  f 550 1st Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-7954, Fax: (907) 452-7959 yukonquest@mosquitonet.com www.yukonquest.com Join the excitement in February. Visit our year-round gift shop & race headquarters.

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PO Box 74622, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Toll Free: (800) 819-0737 info@akrivertours.com, www.akrivertours.com Fishing/wildlife/rafting & ice fishing. ½-/full-/multi-day.

Hotel pickup. (see also Adventure/Ecotours)

Alaska Wilderness Enterprises, LLC  f PO Box 16075, Two Rivers, AK 99716 Mile 25.9 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Two Rivers (907) 488-7517, Fax: (907) 488-7517 letarte@alaska.net, www.wildernessenterprises.com Chena River grayling fishing, float trips. ½-day, full-day, fly-out trips, ice fishing.

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PO Box 74877, Fairbanks, AK 99707 5804 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Mile 18.6, Fairbanks (907) 488-8402, Fax: (907) 488-8787 www.chandalarranchalaska.com All inclusive local or remote, soft or hard water fishing, since 1961. (see also Aurora Viewing, Hostels)

Marina Air, Inc./Fly-In Fishing  1115 Float Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 479-5684 marinaairinc@gmail.com, www.akpikefishing.com Fly-in fishing to wilderness lakes. Rates from $210 to $245, cabin included. May-Oct.

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Northern Alaska Tour Company  f PO Box 82991, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 474-8600, Fax: (907) 474-4767 Toll Free: (800) 474-1986 adventure@northernalaska.com www.northernalaska.com Cross the Arctic Circle by air. Experience the Brooks Mountain Range. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Aurora Viewing, Sightseeing)

Gold/Frontier History

Alaska Salmon Bake & Palace Theatre  3175 College Rd, #1, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 452-7274, Fax: (907) 456-6997 Toll Free: (800) 354-7274 akvisit@gci.net, www.akvisit.com Join us for a true Alaskan dining experience. Grilled salmon cooked over an open fire. Carved beef & beerbattered cod cooked to perfection straight from Alaska’s icy waters. Dinner served nightly 5-9pm in Pioneer Park. Alaska’s top comedy revue nightly 8:15pm. (see also Casual Dining, Nightlife)

Gold Daughters  PO Box 81941, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 750-0169 golddaughters@gmail.com www.golddaughters.com Gold pannin’, dirt diggin’, water sloshin’, authentic family fun! #GoldFever

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Pioneer Park, Parks and Recreation, Fairbanks North Star Borough  PO Box 71267, Fairbanks, AK 99707 2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks (907) 459-1087, Fax: (907) 459-1199 pioneerpark@co.fairbanks.ak.us www.fnsb.us/pioneerpark Historical theme park with museums, shops, food, picnic areas, train rides and much more. Spend a little time in the past at Fairbanks’ community park. Free concerts nightly at 7pm. Pioneer Park has something for everyone. Open daily, Memorial Day–Labor Day.

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PO Box 71336, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 456-8947 tyhs@alaska.net, www.fairbanks-tyhs.org Operates Wickersham House Museum. Memorial Day– Labor Day, noon-8pm.

535 2nd Ave, Ste 215, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 457-3669 info@fairbankshistorymuseum.com www.fairbankshistorymuseum.com 1967 Flood, Winter in Fairbanks, Gold Rush, Dog Mushing exhibits. All for $5.

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PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 Mile 56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com Experience our natural outdoor rock lake (ages 18+) or indoor family pool. (see also Aurora Viewing, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Casual Dining, Dog Mushing, Event Facilities, Flightseeing, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

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PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 Mile 56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com The Aurora Ice Museum stays a cool 20 degrees inside year-round. Sip an appletini at the ice bar! (see also Aurora Viewing, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Casual Dining, Dog Mushing, Event Facilities, Flightseeing, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Winter Activities)

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212 Wedgewood Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 450-2100, Fax: (907) 450-2146 Toll Free: (800) 528-4916 info@fountainheadmuseum.com www.fountainheadmuseum.com Over 87 rare autos, including Alaska’s 1st auto & the “World’s Most Expensive Car” of the 1920s in a 30,000 sq.ft building at Wedgewood Resort! Historic vintage fashions & Alaskan photos/videos & a replica roadhouse display for family photos. Family fun!

Friends of the Tanana Valley Railroad, Inc.  PO Box 84498, Fairbanks, AK 99708 Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 799-3863 ftvrr.inc@gmail.com, www.ftvrr.org The friends operate TVRR Museum & Steam Engine #1, 12-8pm daily in summer.

Ice Museum

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500 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-8222, Fax: (907) 456-7674 ice@gci.net, www.icemuseum.com A must-see attraction! Larger-than-life ice sculptures on display. “Our Assets Are Frozen.”

Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center f 101 Dunkel St, Ste 210, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 459-3700, Fax: (907) 459-3702 info@morristhompsoncenter.org www.morristhompsoncenter.org FREE! View free world-class exhibits about the people, land and culture of Interior Alaska. Located on the banks of the Chena River in downtown Fairbanks.

Open 7 days a week year-round. (see also Gift Shops/ Specialty Goods)

Pioneer Air Museum

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PO Box 70437, Fairbanks, AK 99707 2300 Airport Way, Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 451-0037 curator@pioneerairmuseum.org www.pioneerairmuseum.org Aviation history of Interior & Arctic AK. 14 aircraft, 41 engines & photos.

Pioneer Museum & Big Stampede Show  PO Box 70176, Fairbanks, AK 99707 2300 Airport Way, Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 456-8579 info@fairbankspioneermuseum.com Big Stampede Show: Rusty Heurlin’s Gold Rush murals.

Gold mine dioramas.

Circle 5 on Reader Response Card www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks University of Alaska Museum of the North f

Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge f

University of Alaska Fairbanks f

PO Box 756960, Fairbanks, AK 99775 907 Yukon Dr, UAF Campus, Fairbanks (907) 474-7505, Fax: (907) 474-5469 museum@uaf.edu, www.uaf.edu/museum Visit us to experience Alaska Native cultures, natural wonders and diverse wildlife all in one amazing place.

Award-winning exhibits and breathtaking architecture make the museum an extraordinary destination. Movies about the aurora. Museum store. Open year-round.

PO Box 81065, Fairbanks, AK 99708 1300 College Rd, Farmhouse Visitors Center Fairbanks (907) 452-5162, Fax: (907) 452-5300 programs@creamersfield.org, www.creamersfield.org Summer Visitor Center: 9:30-5 daily. Free guided walks.

Trails always open.

PO Box 757505, Fairbanks, AK 99775 Toll Free: (800) 478-1823 www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit Move your mind and body at UAF. Wooded trails, concerts, muskoxen, art galleries and so much more await.

If you want to stick around, you can even get a degree!

Tours Mon-Fri, 10am and 2pm: www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit/ or 800-478-1823. (see also Education/ Training, Sightseeing)

Nature/Wildlife Viewing

909 Koyukuk Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99775 2220 Yankovich Rd, Fairbanks (907) 474-5724, Fax: (907) 474-5993 uaf_lars@alaska.edu, www.muskoxuaf.org Guided tours of muskoxen, caribou, reindeer. Qiviut gift shop.

1st Alaska Outdoor School, LLC  f PO Box 84529, Fairbanks, AK 99708 2240 Hanson Rd, Fairbanks (907) 590-5900 info@1stalaskaoutdoorschool.com www.1stalaskaoutdoorschool.com Arctic Circle-Prudhoe Bay-hot springs-city tours-aurora viewing-dog mushing-snowmachining. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Aurora Viewing, Sightseeing)

Alaskan Arctic Turtle Tours  f PO Box 60866, Fairbanks, AK 99706 (907) 457-1798, Fax: (907) 456-1798 Toll Free: (888) 456-1798 wildalaska@alaska.net, www.wildalaska.info Tours to the Arctic Circle, Brooks Range, ANWR, Prudhoe Bay & statewide tours.

Large Animal Research Station UAF 

Northern Alaska Environmental Center  f 830 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-5021, Fax: (907) 452-3100 info@northern.org, www.northern.org Non-profit protecting Northern Alaska wildlands. Visit us at the Center!

Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises  PO Box 1297, Valdez, AK 99686 112 N Harbor Dr, Valdez (907) 835-4731, Fax: (907) 835-3765 Toll Free: (866) 867-1297 info@stephenscruises.com www.stanstephenscruises.com Discover Prince William Sound from Valdez! See amazing glaciers & wildlife. (see also Alaskan Neighbors Sightseeing)

Wedgewood Resort, Fountainhead Hotels

Sightseeing

1st Alaska Outdoor School, LLC  f PO Box 84529, Fairbanks, AK 99708 2240 Hanson Rd, Fairbanks (907) 590-5900 info@1stalaskaoutdoorschool.com www.1stalaskaoutdoorschool.com City tours—fun w/local history, attractions, culture, craftsmanship & shows. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Aurora Viewing, Nature/Wildlife Viewing)

Circle 6 on Reader Response Card  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

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212 Wedgewood Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-3642, Fax: (907) 451-6376 Toll Free: (800) 528-4916 hotels@fdifairbanks.com www.fountainheadhotels.com A pristine 75-acre wildlife reserve with wheelchair accessible nature trails, resting benches, photography blind and self-guided nature signs. Watch migrating waterfowl, resident songbirds & nesting shorebirds from lakeside observation decks. Enjoy Wander Lake for free. (see also Hotels/Motels)

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Festival Fairbanks, Inc.

1213 Dolphin Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 452-3337, Fax: (907) 452-6543 airlink@acsalaska.net, www.airlinkalaska.com Luxury motorcoach charters and tours at an affordable price. (see also Ground/Public Transportation)

516 2nd Ave, Ste 318, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-1984, Fax: (907) 452-8878 info@festivalfairbanks.org, www.festivalfairbanks.org See Golden Heart Plaza dwtn. Free music Wed: 7-8pm, Tues & Fri: 12:30-1:30pm, June-July.

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Gray Line of Alaska

PO Box 82896, Fairbanks, AK 99708 895 Graham Ln, Fairbanks (907) 322-3483, Fax: (907) 479-2819 info@alaskanorthernlights.net www.alaskanorthernlights.net All year culture and historical city tours. Personally guided by Ben Boyd, MA Degree Cultural Documentation. Includes Museum of the North, Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center, Yukon Quest Intl Sled Dog Headquarters, Santa Claus House, pipeline viewing & Pioneer Park. (see also Aurora Viewing, Native Culture)

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125 Snowman Ln, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 488-2281, Fax: (907) 488-3002 mayor@northpolealaska.com www.northpolealaska.com Where the Spirit of Christmas lives year-round! 15 miles from Fairbanks.

Downtown Association of Fairbanks  f 542 4th Ave, Ste 204, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-8671, Fax: (907) 457-8859 info@downtownfairbanks.com www.downtownfairbanks.com Hosting art exhibits on First Friday - visit website for locations. (see also Gift Shops/Specialty Goods)

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800 5th Ave, Ste 2600, Seattle, AK 98104 (907) 452-2843 Toll Free: (800) 544-2206 info@graylineofalaska.com www.GrayLineofAlaska.com Multi-day tours, sightseeing & Denali rail tours in Alaska & the Yukon. (see also Ground/Public Transportation, Travel Agents/Trip Planners)

The Great Alaskan Bowl Company f 4630 Old Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-9663, Fax: (907) 479-3067 Toll Free: (800) 770-4222 info@woodbowl.com, www.woodbowl.com All Alaska-made products! View our manufacturing process. (see also Gift Shops/Specialty Goods)

Holland America Princess Alaska Tours  3401 Lathrop St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 479-9660, Fax: (907) 479-9680 Toll Free: (800) 426-0500 aklodges@princesstours.com www.princesslodges.com Rail tours to Denali with overnights at our Princess wilderness lodges.

Northern Alaska Tour Company  f PO Box 82991, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 474-8600, Fax: (907) 474-4767 Toll Free: (800) 474-1986 adventure@northernalaska.com www.northernalaska.com Discover Alaska’s Arctic! 1-day & multi-day adventures throughout Alaska’s Arctic featuring the natural history & cultural heritage of the region. Destinations include: Dalton Highway, Yukon River, Arctic Circle, Coldfoot, Anaktuvuk Pass, Prudhoe Bay, Barrow, Kotzebue & Nome. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Aurora Viewing, Flightseeing)

Riverboat Discovery

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1975 Discovery Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 479-6673, Fax: (907) 479-4613 Toll Free: (866) 479-6673 reservations@riverboatdiscovery.com www.riverboatdiscovery.com Alaska’s most memorable adventure. Enjoy a relaxing, entertaining boat cruise on the Chena and Tanana Rivers, including a guided walking tour of the Chena Indian Village. See Susan Butcher’s champion dogs and Athabascan art. (see also Native Culture)

Sternwheeler Tanana Chief

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1020 Hoselton Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 452-8687, Fax: (907) 455-8687 craigketzler@gmail.com www.tananachiefalaska.com 2-hr prime rib dinner-cruise aboard the Sternwheeler Tanana Chief. Enjoy a beverage from the bar while strolling on our upper deck & take in the sights of the Chena River. $54.95/person, 6:45pm. Champagne Sunday Brunch $37.95/person, 12 noon. Call for schedule/reservations.

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University of Alaska Fairbanks f PO Box 757505, Fairbanks, AK 99775 Toll Free: (800) 478-1823 www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit Move your mind and body at UAF. Wooded trails, concerts, muskoxen, art galleries and so much more await.

If you want to stick around, you can even get a degree!

Tours Mon–Fri, 10am and 2pm: www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit/ or 800-478-1823. (see also Education/ Training, Nature/Wildlife Viewing)

Sports/Activities Rentals Alaska International Senior Games, Inc. 

PO Box 73225, Fairbanks, AK 99707 (907) 978-2388 alaskaisg@gmail.com, www.alaskaisg.org Fun, friendly competition in 20 sports, open to anyone age 50+. Aug 6-16, 2015.

Christian Motorcyclists Association f 910 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 322-2595 arcticservants@gmail.com http://cmanwr1.org/AK/Arcticservants/ Visitors welcome! Meetings 2nd Friday of month all year, call (907) 322-2595.

Fairbanks Curling Club, Inc. f 1962 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-CURL, Fax: (907) 457-3345 www.curlfairbanks.org 100+ Years & Still Rockin’. Oldest club devoted to any sport in Alaska.

Fairbanks Tennis Association

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PO Box 73993, Fairbanks, AK 99707 (907) 455-4301 info@fairbankstennis.org, www.fairbankstennis.org FTA offers low-cost community tennis including summer & school programs.

GoNorth Alaska Travel Center  f PO Box 60147, Fairbanks, AK 99706 3713 S Lathrop St, Fairbanks (907) 479-7271, Fax: (907) 474-1041 Toll Free: (855) 236-7271 GoNorth@alaska.net, www.GoNorth-Alaska.com Outdoor gear, canoe (incl. folding canoe) and raft rental and sale; satellite phone and bear resistant container rental. Hiker and boater shuttle service and transportation within Interior Alaska and the Far North. (see also Travel Agents/Trip Planners)

North Star Golf Club, Inc.

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PO Box 81090, Fairbanks, AK 99708 330 Golf Club Dr, Fairbanks (907) 457-4653, Fax: (907) 457-3945 northstargolf@alaska.net, www.northstargolf.com America’s northernmost 18-hole course. Gifts, café, wildlife, visitor specials.

Winter Activities

Chena Hot Springs Resort

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PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 Mile 56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com Aurora viewing & snowmachine tour, sled dog ride, sleigh ride, flightseeing. (see also Aurora Viewing, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Casual Dining, Dog Mushing, Event Facilities, Flightseeing, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums)

Circle 7 on Reader Response Card www.explorefairbanks.com

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PO Box 57250, North Pole, AK 99705 125 St. Nicholas Dr, North Pole (907) 590-2522 christmasinice@gmail.com, www.christmasinice.org Christmas-themed ice sculptures and Elf’s icy playground in North Pole.

Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks f PO Box 80111, Fairbanks, AK 99708 www.nscfairbanks.org Promotes X-C skiing in FNSB by offering lessons & competition for all ages.

Arts & Culture

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Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival f PO Box 82510, Fairbanks, AK 99708 600 University Ave, Ste 8, Fairbanks (907) 474-8869, Fax: (907) 474-8617 festival@alaska.net, www.fsaf.org A unique, two-week study & performance festival with classes in multiple music genres, dance, theatre arts, healing arts, visual arts & creative writing. July 12-26, 2015. (see also Nightlife)

Native Culture

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Art Galleries/Exhibits 2 Street Gallery, LLC

Festivals

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535 Second Ave, Ste 102, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 455-4070 2stgallery@gmail.com, www.twostreetgallery.com Alaskan fine art. Paintings, sculpture, scrimshaw, jewelry, pottery, photography. (see also Gift Shops/ Specialty Goods)

Alaska House Art Gallery

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1003 Cushman St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-6449, Fax: (907) 456-6449 info@thealaskahouse.com, www.thealaskahouse.com Est. 1964. Authentic Alaska Native arts in a historic log house.

Alaskan Gold Rush Fine Jewelry f 531 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-4991, Fax: (907) 456-2622 gldrsh@gci.net, www.goldrushfinejewelry.com The finest jewelry creations and gold nuggets in the territory! (see also Gift Shops/Specialty Goods)

Tundra Walker Studio  f PO Box 83843, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 479-4546 tundrawalkerstudio@gci.net tundrawalkerstudio.net Alaska artist working studio. Originals, prints, cards, metal sculpture. Local raw honey.

Well Street Art Company  f 1304 Well St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-6169 info@wellstreetart.com, www.wellstreetart.com Well Street Art Co. is Alaska’s premier gallery for contemporary art.

Dance Studios/Groups Northern Lights Council of Dancers, Inc. f

Farthest North Square & Round Dance Center Fairbanks, AK 99707 Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 452-5699 dancealaska.org Dances/classes in: ballroom, contra, English country, square, Middle East & Zumba.

PO Box 82896, Fairbanks, AK 99708 895 Graham Ln, Fairbanks (907) 322-3483, Fax: (907) 479-2819 info@alaskanorthernlights.net www.alaskanorthernlights.net Evening of viewing aurora and Native Culture Show.

Affordable tour packages. (see also Aurora Viewing, Sightseeing)

Festival of Native Arts

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PO Box 756500, Fairbanks, AK 99775 305 Tanana Dr, 315 Brooks Bldg, Fairbanks (907) 474-6889, Fax: (907) 474-5666 festival@uaf.edu, fna.community.uaf.edu Celebrate Native arts through traditional Native dance, music and arts.

3758 University Ave S, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-3520, Fax: (907) 474-4767 Toll Free: (888) 280-0582 fly@warbelows.com, www.warbelows.com Native culture above the Arctic Circle. Bush mail flights.

Polar bear expeditions. (see also Adventure/Ecotours)

World Eskimo-Indian Olympics f PO Box 72433, Fairbanks, AK 99707 400 Cushman St, Ste A, Fairbanks (907) 452-6646, Fax: (907) 456-2422 weio@weio.org, www.weio.org Native games, blanket toss, dances, fine arts, dress & baby regalia, Miss WEIO.

Performing Arts

Fairbanks Choral Society

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1815 Carr Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 456-1144 ssummerville@gmail.com www.fairbankschoralsociety.org The FCS sponsors Fairbanks’ annual “Sing-It-YourselfMessiah” each December.

Midnight Sun Intertribal Powwow  PO Box 80034, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 456-2245, Fax: (907) 452-8164 midnightsunpowwow@yahoo.com www.midnightsunpowwow.net Gathering of Native peoples of North America to share our heritage with all.

Riverboat Discovery

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1975 Discovery Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 479-6673, Fax: (907) 479-4613 Toll Free: (866) 479-6673 reservations@riverboatdiscovery.com www.riverboatdiscovery.com #1 boat tour in North America! Chena Indian Village. (see also Sightseeing)

Tanana Chiefs Conference Cultural Programs f 101 Dunkel St, Ste 126, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 459-3740, Fax: (907) 459-3838 dixie.alexander@tananachiefs.org www.tananachiefs.org Experience Alaska Native art, music, stories and dance.

Taste traditional Athabascan foods. Take a family portrait dressed in traditional Athabascan garments of moosehide, furs and stunning beadwork.

Circle 2 on Reader Response Card  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

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Santa Claus House

PO Box 80547, Fairbanks, AK 99708 794 University Ave, Ste 104, Fairbanks (907) 474-8081, Fax: (907) 474-0266 info@fairbanksconcert.org www.fairbanksconcert.org Presenting world-renowned guest artists in Fairbanks.

Sept-April.

Fairbanks Drama Association & Fairbanks Children’s Theatre f 1852 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-4378, Fax: (907) 456-1888 www.fairbanksdrama.org Chances are there is a performance tonight. Call for info & tix. 456-PLAY.

Fairbanks Symphony Association f PO Box 82104, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 474-5733 info@fairbankssymphony.org www.fairbankssymphony.org Symphonic music with world-class soloists at Davis Concert Hall.

Northland Youth Choir

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PO Box 82699, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 388-0543 ncc2@gci.net, www.northlandchoir.org Choral education. Music literacy, vocal skills, quality performances (by audition).

Events & Entertainment Family Fun

Glow Putt Alaska Mini Golf

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1975 Discovery Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99709 1803 Old Steese Hwy, Fox (907) 479-6673, Fax: (907) 479-4613 Toll Free: (866) 479-6673 reservations@riverboatdiscovery.com www.golddredge8.com Tour Gold Dredge 8—a national historical monument.

Ride the Tanana Valley Railroad in the Interior’s original gold fields and pan for gold—everyone finds gold!

Great family fun! (see also Gold/Frontier History)

Ice Alaska

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PO Box 83134, Fairbanks, AK 99708 George Horner Ice Park, 3050 Phillips Field Rd Fairbanks (907) 451-8250, Fax: (907) 456-1951 iceart@icealaska.com, www.icealaska.com BP World Ice Art Championships and an all-ice Kids Park during March.

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7100 Old Seward Hwy, Unit C Anchorage, AK 99518 (907) 563-4414, Fax: (907) 563-4080 info@irondog.org, www.irondog.org The world’s longest, toughest snowmobile race event.

February 21–28, 2015.

Tanana Valley State Fair

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1800 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 452-3750, Fax: (907) 456-7971 www.tananavalleyfair.org August 7–15th, 2015. Daily live entertainment, rides, food, contests, games, livestock, education and, of course, giant cabbages! Visit us online at www. tananavalleyfair.org.

Nightlife

Alaska Salmon Bake & Palace Theatre  3175 College Rd, #1, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 452-7274, Fax: (907) 456-6997 Toll Free: (800) 354-7274 akvisit@gci.net, www.akvisit.com Join us for a true Alaskan dining experience. Grilled salmon cooked over an open fire. Carved beef & beerbattered cod cooked to perfection straight from Alaska’s icy waters. Dinner served nightly 5-9pm in Pioneer Park. Alaska’s top comedy revue nightly 8:15pm. (see also Casual Dining, Gold/Frontier History)

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610 Cushman St, Ste 102, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 374-4965 glowputtak@gci.net, www.glowputtalaska.com Alaska’s premier indoor miniature golf under blacklights. Party rooms. Discounts.

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101 St. Nicholas Dr, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 488-2200, Fax: (907) 488-5601 Toll Free: (800) 588-4078 info@santaclaushouse.com www.santaclaushouse.com Home of the Original Letter from Santa and deed to one square inch of North Pole. Browse through Christmas and Alaskan gifts, toys, souvenirs and collectibles. Enjoy an espresso from Santa’s Coffee while you look around.

Open year-round. (see also Gift Shops/Specialty Goods)

PO Box 81197, Fairbanks, AK 99708 Pioneer Park Dance Center, Fairbanks (907) 456-3331 info@ballroomfairbanks.org www.ballroomfairbanks.org Many styles of social dance classes, regular social dances & free practices.

Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival f PO Box 82510, Fairbanks, AK 99708 600 University Ave, Ste 8, Fairbanks (907) 474-8869, Fax: (907) 474-8617 festival@alaska.net, www.fsaf.org Noon performances, evening concerts daily July 12-26, 2015. On UAF campus. (see also Festivals)

Mecca Bar

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2000 Patricia Ct, Fairbanks, AK 99709 549 2nd Ave, Fairbanks (907) 456-6320 jrbonacci@yahoo.com Est 1946. Last of the 2 Street Bars. Cold beer, great drinks, friendly locals.

Spectator Sports Fairbanks Rollergirls

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PO Box 73095, Fairbanks, AK 99707 2090 Van Horn, Fairbanks (907) 457-7655 president@fairbanksrollergirls.org www.fairbanksrollergirls.org Roller Derby has arrived in Fairbanks! Check our website for current schedule!

Shopping Bookstores/Maps

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517 Gaffney Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-6210, Fax: (907) 456-4302 fmnb@literacycouncilofalaska.org www.literacycouncilofalaska.org Fiction, non-fiction, kids, Alaskana, music, movies and more at low prices.

Gulliver’s Books & Second Story Cafe f 3525 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-9574, Fax: (907) 474-9579 Toll Free: (800) 390-8999 gulliver@gullivers-books.com www.shopgulliversbooks.com Alaska books & gifts. New & used titles. Internet café.

Will ship to you.

Clothing/Sporting Goods Big Ray’s

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507 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-3458, Fax: (907) 456-2413 www.bigrays.com Clothing, footwear and sporting goods. Fly fishing headquarters.

Gift Shops/Specialty Goods 2 Street Gallery, LLC

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535 Second Ave, Ste 102, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 455-4070 2stgallery@gmail.com, www.twostreetgallery.com Alaskan fine art. Paintings, sculpture, scrimshaw, jewelry, pottery, photography. (see also Art Galleries/Exhibits)

Alaska Feed Company

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1600 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 451-5570, Fax: (907) 451-5573 Toll Free: (800) 478-FEED www.alaskafeed.com Our “Alaska Made Market” specializes in Alaskan-made products both practical & as gifts.

Alaskan Gold Rush Fine Jewelry f 531 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-4991, Fax: (907) 456-2622 gldrsh@gci.net, www.goldrushfinejewelry.com Visit the workshop, watch experienced goldsmiths as they design “the finest jewelry creations and custom work in the territory.” Large selection of natural Alaskan gold nuggets, gold nugget jewelry and much more.

Made on-site in a historic Alaskan gold rush atmosphere. (see also Art Galleries/Exhibits)

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201 Cushman St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-7080, Fax: (907) 452-4917 arcticgifts@hotmail.com www.arctictravelersgiftshop.com Fairbanks’ most complete gift shop. Ivory, jade, souvenirs & more. Est. 1955.

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1440 University Ave S, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 479-7001 bishopsgallery@gci.net, www.bishopsjewelry.com Breathtaking gold nuggets. Award-winning jewelers.

Open all year. Free DVD.

542 4th Ave, Ste 204, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-8671, Fax: (907) 457-8859 info@downtownfairbanks.com www.downtownfairbanks.com Join us for the Downtown Market in 2015! Fresh produce, crafts, artwork and live music every Monday in June, July and August. Use this as a starting point for a great night of shopping and dining in downtown Fairbanks. Rain or shine. (see also Sightseeing)

2400 Davis Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-3885, Fax: (907) 456-3889 Toll Free: (800) 478-3885 order@santassmokehouse.com www.santassmokehouse.com Smoked salmon, lox, caviar, hot dogs, jerky, buffalo and more.

The Craft Market

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401 5th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-5495, Fax: (907) 452-5495 the1craftmarket@gmail.com Bring your visitors to the historic craft market. Huge selection of Alaskana.

Expressions in Glass

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1922 Peger Rd, Ste A, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-3923, Fax: (907) 474-3925 info@expressionsinglass.net www.expressionsinglass.net Glass gallery, stained glass, blown glass, classes, unique gifts.

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Local Microbreweries Northern Light Ale, Prudhoe Pig Stout, Coldfoot Pilsner and Fairbanks Lager, let the names speak for themselves. “Fairbanks, where the people are unusual and the beer is unusually good” is Silver Gulch’s clever slogan. The Silver Gulch brewery, housed in an attractive, renovated historic roadhouse, is home to original, great tasting brews. Fairbanks crafted, world approved recipes are relished year round at the Silver Gulch Brewing & Bottling Company.

The brand spanking new, smallbatch, small-town focused HooDoo Brewing Company, named after the Alaskan mountains bearing the same name, takes the phrase “the ART of brewing” totally seriously. The painstaking process yields enticing rewards as HooDoo fans will attest to.

There is a third upstart brewery just right down the road (about a hundred miles) in Healy that everyone is talking about. We are lucky enough to live in a big place with a small population that can boast of not one, not two, but yes, three outstanding microbreweries.

4630 Old Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-9663, Fax: (907) 479-3067 Toll Free: (800) 770-4222 info@woodbowl.com, www.woodbowl.com All Alaska-made products! View our manufacturing process. (see also Sightseeing)

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The Knotty Shop

Lady Lee’s Antiques Emporium  f 244 Bentley Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99701 519 1st Ave, Fairbanks (907) 452-2013 LLBHE@hotmail.com Antiques, collectibles, Alaskana and gifts. Summer: M-S 11-7, S 12-4; Winter: M-S 11-6, S 12-4

Mark Knapp Custom Knives at The Cutting Edge f 1971 Fox Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-7477 info@markknappcustomknives.com www.markknappcustomknives.com Specializing in mosaic handles of exotic Alaskan materials.

The Material Girls  f 3065 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-8118, Fax: (907) 456-4842 materialgirls@alaska.net, alaskamaterialgirls.com The Interior’s premier sewing store. Named in Quilt Sampler Magazine.

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PO Box 70334, Fairbanks, AK 99707 (907) 456-4769, Fax: (907) 456-4769 jmarshall@alaska.net, www.marshallartsdesign.com Notecards and posters by an Alaskan artist. Order at marshallartsdesign.com.

Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center f 101 Dunkel St, Ste 210, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 459-3700, Fax: (907) 459-3702 info@morristhompsoncenter.org www.morristhompsoncenter.org Shop for Alaska Native artwork as well as books, films and maps about the far north at the Alaska Geographic Store. Ample free parking, WiFi and Internet. (see also Museums)

The Outpost (Last Frontier Harley-Davidson & Trail’s End BMW) f 1450 Karen Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 456-3265, Fax: (907) 456-3270 Toll Free: (800) 656-3265 retail@outpostalaska.com, www.outpostalaska.com Full-service dealership featuring Harely-Davidson, BMW, Polaris and more!

Raven Spirits  f PO Box 72596, Fairbanks, AK 99707 330 Well St, Fairbanks (907) 452-2081 ravenspirits@yahoo.com Raven Spirits is the Original Alaskan Sculptured Raven.

River City Investments, LLC

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Handicap accessible. The “meeting place” for downtown, including food & espresso, gifts, clothing, theater, music shop, art galleries, jewelry store.

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101 St. Nicholas Dr, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 488-2200, Fax: (907) 488-5601 Toll Free: (800) 588-4078 info@santaclaushouse.com www.santaclaushouse.com Home of the Original Letter from Santa and deed to one square inch of North Pole. Browse through Christmas and Alaskan gifts, toys, souvenirs and collectibles. Enjoy an espresso from Santa’s Coffee while you look around.

Open year-round. (see also Family Fun)

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3578-B Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 456-8369, Fax: (907) 456-8368 Toll Free: (800) 306-3589 taylorsgold@netscape.net, www.taylorsgold.com Gold nugget jewelry & real Alaskan faceted gemstones.

Select a beautiful AK keepsake or choose a stone & have it mounted. Our pleasant staff of trained professionals, graduate gemologists & goldsmiths assist w/your every jewelry need.

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6450 Airport Way, Ste 12, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Fairbanks International Airport, Fairbanks (907) 479-7210, Fax: (907) 474-9567 info@twigsgifts.com, www.twigsgifts.com Gift shop at Fairbanks Airport. Wide assortment, Alaskan gifts, travel items.

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Co-op Market Grocery & Deli

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101 E 5th Ave, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 488-4663, Fax: (907) 488-4683 santaseniors@alaska.net, www.santaseniors.com Programs, luncheons, exercise, games, senior-made gifts, breakfast M-F.

Tanana Valley Farmers Market

Taylor’s Gold-N-Stones, Inc.

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PO Box 85138, Fairbanks, AK 99708 2600 College Rd, Fairbanks (907) 456-3276 tvfmarket@gmail.com, www.tvfmarket.com Alaska-grown produce, art, baked goods, crafts. MaySept, Wed 11-4 & Sat 9-4.

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3755 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-1400, Fax: (907) 474-4310 www.fredmeyer.com 1-stop shopping, 1-hour photo, souvenirs, groceries, clothing, sporting goods.

When I moved to Fairbanks, it was the start of winter and I had no warm clothes. I got a job the first week here, but before I could even go to buy a coat, the customers where I worked brought me warm gear; a coat from one person, new boots from another, gloves from a coworker. There is something special about the people here, and it shows in the way they look out for each other and help one another so easily. That is the spirit of Fairbanks that has kept me here and makes me proud to be from the Golden Heart City.

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48 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-4800, Fax: (907) 451-0248 Toll Free: (800) 770-4800 www.samsclub.com Open Mon-Fri 10am-8:30pm. Sat 9am-8:30pm. Sun 10am-6pm.

Dining Bakeries/Coffee Shops Hot Licks Homemade Ice Cream f

PO Box 82963, Fairbanks, AK 99708 Two Fairbanks locations, Fairbanks (907) 479-7813, Fax: (907) 474-4977 hlinc@alaska.net, www.hotlicks.net Made in Fairbanks since 1986. The only super-premium ice cream made in Alaska.

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McCafferty’s, A Coffee House, Etc. f PO Box 74044, Fairbanks, AK 99707 408 Cushman St, Fairbanks (907) 456-6853 sandcastle@acsalaska.net Charming cozy atmosphere. Soup for lunch or dinner.

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HooDoo Brewing Company

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1006 Cadillac Ct, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 479-8319, Fax: (907) 479-8329 cookiejar@gci.net, www.cookiejarfairbanks.com Bkfst, lunch and dinner with outdoor seating. Smokefree. Soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pasta, steaks and seafood. Micro-bakery, espresso, excellent desserts with the most delicious cookies. Featured nationally on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Come eat with family.

Denny’s of Alaska

206 Driveway St, Ste A, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 455-8624, Fax: (907) 474-3825 wheremybeans@divingduck.com timeenoughforlunch.com Wholesome meals made with real food and Alaska ingredients. GF V+ options.

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PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 Mile 56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com Daily 7am–10pm. Appetizers, entrees, soups, desserts, Chena Fresh salads. (see also Aurora Viewing, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Dog Mushing, Event Facilities, Flightseeing, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

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1929 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-8950, Fax: (907) 451-8952 24-hour family restaurant. Home of the northernmost Denny’s in the world.

The Fudge Pot

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515 1st Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-3834, Fax: (907) 456-3858 orders@thefudgepot.com, www.thefudgepot.com Espresso, sandwiches, gifts, ice cream, homemade fudge, AK cranberry & blueberry.

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c/o Sourdough Fuel, 1555 Van Horn Rd Fairbanks, AK 99701 5.5 Elliott Hwy, Fairbanks (907) 389-7600 nmstewart@petrostar.com, www.sourdoughfuel.com Heading north on the Elliott Hwy, a stop at Hilltop Truck Stop is a MUST. Bountiful breakfasts, world-famous pies and the Hillburger have made Hilltop a “Fairbanks Favorite” by Daily News-Miner readers. Showers, ice, ATM, groceries & hand-dipped ice cream.

Loose Moose Cafe  f 3450 Airport Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-0485 aknibbles@yahoo.com Proudly serving Indian Valley meats! Buffalo and reindeer hot dogs. Open year-round.

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414 3rd St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-3399, Fax: (907) 452-3399 www.mayflowerak.com Chinese, American and Japanese cuisine. All you can eat, over 100 items.

Miguel’s Authentic Mexican Cuisine f 1235 Airport Way, #1, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 374-8399, Fax: (907) 374-8377 miguelsllc@hotmail.com Authentic Mexican cuisine, lunch/dinner specials daily.

Miguel’s casa es su casa!

River’s Edge Resort

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Shogun Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse f 4005 Geist Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 328-3222, Fax: (907) 328-3232 jasondong0328@yahoo.com, www.shogunak.com Join us for the only hibachi experience in Fairbanks.

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1951 Fox Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 459-2337 (BEER) greatbeer@hoodoobrew.com, hoodoobrew.com Delicious local, fresh craft beer, brewed in the heart of Fairbanks.

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Alaska Salmon Bake & Palace Theatre  3175 College Rd, #1, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 452-7274, Fax: (907) 456-6997 Toll Free: (800) 354-7274 akvisit@gci.net, www.akvisit.com Join us for a true Alaskan dining experience. Grilled salmon cooked over an open fire. Carved beef & beerbattered cod cooked to perfection straight from Alaska’s icy waters. Dinner served nightly 5-9pm in Pioneer Park. Alaska’s top comedy revue nightly 8:15pm. (see also Gold/Frontier History, Nightlife)

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Pike’s Landing Restaurant & Lounge f

PO Box 82125, Fairbanks, AK 99708 2195 Old Steese Hwy N, Fairbanks (907) 452-2739 matt@silvergulch.com, www.silvergulch.com Visit America’s northernmost brewery for the dining and beer highlight of your trip. Come see why our motto is: Fairbanks, where the people are unusual and the beer is unusually good. Open daily.

Fine Dining

Bobby’s Downtown

2207 Spenard Rd, Ste 205, Anchorage, AK 99503 4438 Airport Way, Fairbanks (907) 479-6500, Fax: (907) 479-6513 info@pikeslodge.com, www.pikeslodge.com On the Chena River where Fairbanksans gather and visitors are welcome.

The Pump House Restaurant and Saloon f PO Box 80545, Fairbanks, AK 99708 796 Chena Pump Rd, Fairbanks (907) 479-8452, Fax: (907) 479-8432 bill@pumphouse.com, www.pumphouse.com Riverside dining in a historic setting. Nationally acclaimed restaurant.

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PO Box 71681, Fairbanks, AK 99707 609 2nd Ave, Fairbanks (907) 456-3222, Fax: (907) 457-4972 bobbysdowntownfbks@live.com Delicious Greek & American cuisine in downtown Fairbanks. Live jazz Fri/Sat.

Lavelle’s Bistro

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International Dining Lemongrass Thai Cuisine

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PO Box 70661, Fairbanks, AK 99707 2098 Old Steese Hwy N, Fairbanks (907) 457-3883, Fax: (907) 457-4789 turtle@polarnet.com, www.alaskanturtle.com Fine dining, rustic atmosphere. Prime rib, seafood, reservations recommended.

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Coffee Roasters McCafferty’s, A Coffee House Etc., an artsy café, is an iconic fixture of downtown Fairbanks.

Well known for excellent, freshly roasted coffee, locals flock to the café for delicious beverages, light fare and to listen to the sweet sounds of Sandcastle, a family oriented band that plays most weekends.

Other coffee roasters include award-winning Alaska Coffee Roasting Company, located near the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and North Pole Coffee Roasters Company, both major players in the local coffee scene. Hot Licks Homemade Ice Cream parlor uses North Pole Coffee Roasters beans to create its super delicious premium coffee ice cream.

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Meet A Real Alaskan Fairbanks is more than just a place to live; it is a place you can raise a family. It is a very hands-on city, and the more you get involved, the more you will love it and the people that live here. Fairbanks is called the “Golden Heart City” because the people in Fairbanks have hearts of gold, and they will always help someone out before they help themselves.

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2190 Goldstream Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 2.5 Mile Goldstream Rd, Fairbanks (907) 455-6600, Fax: (907) 455-6664 Family owned. Great steaks, seafood, pasta, full bar, wines. Favorite of locals.

Ted Jones, 2013 Golden Heart Greeter of the Year Fairbanks Golden Heart Greeters are proud to be a part of the Global Greeter Network, a voluntary association of independent free welcoming programs around the world. Visitors are matched based on interest with enthusiastic and helpful local Alaskans who love their home city of Fairbanks and want to help travelers feel welcome and get more from their stay.

A Golden Heart Greeter can be scheduled by e-mailing goldenheart greeter@explorefairbanks.com or by calling (907) 459-3791. A minimum of one week’s notice is needed. www.explorefairbanks.com

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Accommodations Bed & Breakfasts

A Bed & Breakfast Inn on Minnie Street f 345 Minnie St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-1802, Fax: (907) 451-1751 Toll Free: (888) 456-1849 info@minniestreetBandB.com www.minniestreetBandB.com Downtown, rooms, suites, Jacuzzi, breakfast, aurora viewing. Price range from $109.00 to $239.00 (see also Hotels/Motels)

A Downtown Log Cabin Hideaway  304 Badger St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-1100 apfvrf@hotmail.com, www.mosquitonet.com/~apfvrf 5 rooms/shared bath, 1 suite/prvt bath. Best breakfast in town. Great hosts.

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AAAA Care B&B/Inn  f 557 Fairbanks St, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 479-2447, Fax: (907) 479-2484 pat@aaaacare.com, www.aaaacare.com WiFi/cable. Full kitchen, full breakfast. Aurora viewing!

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Ah, Rose Marie Downtown Bed & Breakfast  f 302 Cowles St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-2040, Fax: (907) 456-6193 ahrosemarie@yahoo.com www.akpub.com/akbbrv/ahrose.html WOW! Two quaint, cozy 1930s homes near old downtown restaurants, shops & Visitors Center. Full breakfasts. Families, groups welcome. Extraordinary hospitality. Hosts John and son Chris. Friendly cat, dog.

Free WiFi. Guidebook recommended (est. 1989). Yearround $65-$110+tax.

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Air Bed & Breakfast Association of Fairbanks  f 607 Old Steese Hwy, B-353, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 347-4269 www.ABBAF.org Stay with one of our many affordable Air Bed & Breakfast hosts!

Alaska Grizzly Lodge  f 1470 Westmoreland Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 488-7475, Fax: (907) 488-7475 akgrizzlylodge@gmail.com www.alaskagrizzlylodge.com Spacious charming country inn, aurora viewing, private baths, hot breakfast.

Alaska Heritage House  f 410 Cowles St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-4100 alaskaheritagehouse@gmail.com www.alaskaheritagehouse.com An elegant 1916 home listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Eight rooms and suites w/ private waterclosets and sculleries as well as 21st century amenities. Gourmet breakfasts. Private parties. Tours.

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Explore Fairbanks All Seasons Bed & Breakfast Inn f 763 7th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-6649, Fax: (907) 474-8448 Toll Free: (888) 451-6649 inn@alaska.com, www.allseasonsinn.com Highly rated European-style inn. Great breakfast, WiFi, private baths, air.

Aurora Borealis Lodge  f PO Box 72422, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Cleary Summit, Fairbanks (907) 389-2812 info@auroracabin.com, www.auroracabin.com Deluxe rooms designed specifically for aurora viewing atop Cleary Summit. (see also Aurora Viewing, Lodges)

Aurora Express Forget-Me-Not  PO Box 80128, Fairbanks, AK 99708 1540 Chena Ridge, Fairbanks (907) 474-0949 Toll Free: (800) 221-0073 pullman@aurora-express.com www.aurora-express.com We offer some of the most unique accommodations to be found in Alaska. Railroad cars have been decorated with Alaskan historical themes with a whimsical touch.

All rooms have private entries and bath, exceptional breakfast, panoramic views of river, city & mountains.

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2100 Nelson Rd, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 488-1613 info@chenalakesfarm.com www.chenalakesfarm.com Farm stay in a log lodge, deluxe rooms with private baths. Fishing, hiking.

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PO Box 85087, Fairbanks, AK 99708 3260 Craft Ave, Fairbanks (907) 378-0186, Fax: (907) 456-6838 daleandjo_ak@yahoo.com, www.daleandjo.com River, Alaska Range, aurora views. Affordable luxury, suites & rooms, WiFi.

458 Terrace Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 687-7131 goldenumbrella@inbox.com www.akgoldenumbrella.com Comfortable B&B with 3 bedrooms, full breakfast. In the woods, 2 miles to town.

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PO Box 73334, Fairbanks, AK 99707 (907) 388-4349 www.fabb.biz We offer clean, comfortable, affordable B&Bs with welcoming Alaskan hosts.

1012 Goldmine Trl, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 457-1957 lizziesnest@alaska.net, www.LizziesNest.com Studio apt. w/kitchenette. Private bath. McKinley view.

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PO Box 458, Ester, AK 99725 Mile 329 Parks Hwy, Nenana (907) 388-9954 contact@northernskylodge.com www.northernskylodge.com Log house. Denali Park 90 min away. Aurora viewing.

902 Kellum St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-4967 Located downtown, with hearty breakfast, private baths & Alaskan artifacts.

Fairbanks Downtown Bed and Breakfast  1461 Gillam Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-7700, Fax: (907) 456-1116 balty@ak.net, www.stayinfairbanks.com Inspected and approved. B&B summer. Long-term winter. Near Ft. Wainwright. Priv. baths.

The Farm Cottage B&B  f 1293 Esro Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 488-9800 arcticrootsfarm@alaska.net www.arcticrootsfarm.com/bed-and-breakfast/ cottage/ Arctic Roots Farm warmly welcomes your stay at the Farm Cottage.

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Denali Adventures  f 1029 O’Brien St, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 455-8976 info@thedenaliadventure.com www.thedenaliadventure.com Cozy Alaskan log cabin stays. Cabins with & without showers. Dog sled rides, too!

North Pole Cabins  f PO Box 57194, North Pole, AK 99705 2502 Outside Blvd, North Pole (907) 490-6400 northp@northpolecabins.com www.northpolecabins.com Private luxury, full bath, kitchen, continental breakfast, WiFi, massage, laundry. $99-$219

Pedro’s Hide-A-Way Bed and Breakfast  f PO Box 10825, Fairbanks, AK 99710 3303 Old Steese Hwy N, Cleary Summit (907) 389-2204 patty.gentry@pedroshideaway.com www.pedroshideaway.com Private, rural, fully furnished, log cabin, open year round, ArcticSpa.

Riverbend Log Cabins & Cottage Rentals  f PO Box 10265, Fairbanks, AK 99710 (907) 490-6613 info@riverbendlogcabins.com www.riverbendlogcabins.com Rustic elegance in two secluded riverfront log cabins.

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Hostels

9th Ave Hostel  f 905 9th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 590-0095 9thavehostel@gmail.com, www.9thavehostel.com Great location, friendly host and clean beds. Free aurora tour available.

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Explore Fairbanks Billie’s Backpackers Hostel  f 2895 Mack Blvd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 479-2034 info@alaskahostel.com, www.alaskahostel.com Open year-round. Excellent location in college district.

On city bus route. Bike use, WiFi, tents, laundry, storage, no curfew. Great place to plan trips, meet travelers. Maps & info. Bus to Denali, Anchorage. From $25/ night. Local tours.

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PO Box 80488, Fairbanks, AK 99708 4312 Birch Ln, Fairbanks (907) 479-0751, Fax: (907) 479-2229 Toll Free: (800) 478-7829 gables7@alaska.net, www.7gablesinn.com Centrally located to major attractions, near UAF and bus lines. Rooms and suites, Jacuzzis, cable/DVD, WiFi, complimentary full breakfasts, free canoes, suites with full kitchens and fireplaces. On-site laundry, baggage storage, guest computer.

345 Minnie St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-1802, Fax: (907) 451-1751 Toll Free: (888) 456-1849 info@minniestreetBandB.com www.minniestreetBandB.com Downtown, rooms, suites, Jacuzzi, breakfast, aurora viewing. Price range from $109.00 to $239.00 (see also Bed & Breakfasts)

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Glacier House Hostel  f PO Box 74454, Fairbanks, AK 99707 535 Glacier Ave, Fairbanks (907) 322-4946 griffinrentals@gmail.com www.hostelfairbanksalaska.com Comfort & camaraderie. Kitchen, cable TV, WiFi. Dorms, tents, treehouse!

Sven’s Basecamp Hostel  3505 Davis Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 355-7088 info@svenshostel.com, www.svenshostel.com Sven’s Hostel is your oasis in Fairbanks. Clean, fun and close to shopping.

Circle 11 on Reader Response Card  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

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PO Box 80890, Fairbanks, AK 99708 4316 Birch Ln, Fairbanks (907) 479-7300, Fax: (907) 479-2229 Toll Free: (800) 478-7829 info@abbeyarchwayinn.com www.abbeyarchwayinn.com Extended stay efficiencies or suites with full kitchens with dishes/utensils, WiFi, cable/DVD, access to coin-op laundry facilities and local bus stop. Many restaurants nearby. Additional amenities include hair dryer, clock radio, iron/board. Free boats.

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4920 Dale Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 328-6300, Fax: (907) 328-0914 Toll Free: (800) 455-8851 reservations@akalpinelodge.com www.akalpinelodge.com Award-winning hotel, 115 beautifully appointed rooms, Alaskan decor throughout hotel, free shuttle to airport and railroad depot, restaurant and lounge, kitchenette & spa guest rooms, gift shop, WiFi, continental breakfast, business center, fitness room & sauna, group rates, Alaska Air miles.

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212 Wedgewood Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-3642, Fax: (907) 451-6376 Toll Free: (800) 528-4916 hotels@fdifairbanks.com www.fountainheadhotels.com Summer travelers love Bear Lodge’s spacious & affordable guestrooms with free WiFi, an Internet café, gift shop, on-site laundry, restaurant/lounge, air conditioning, free Around Town Express. 100% non-smoking, a dedicated staff, located on 105 acres at Wedgewood Resort.

1908 Chena Landing Loop Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 479-8080, Fax: (907) 479-8063 Toll Free: (888) 313-6926 pioneer.reservations@gmail.com www.bestwestern.com Newly renovated. Comp breakfast & WiFi, pool, new fitness & business centers.

Best Western Chena River Lodge f 1255 TVSA Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 328-3500, Fax: (907) 328-3607 Toll Free: (800) 780-7234 info@bestwesternfairbanks.com www.bestwesternfairbanks.com New—67 rms, WiFi, free hot breakfast, fitness center, near airport, free shuttle, non-smoking.

Bridgewater Hotel, A Fine Fountainhead Hotel  723 First Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-3642, Fax: (907) 451-6376 Toll Free: (800) 528-4916 hotels@fdifairbanks.com www.fountainheadhotels.com Personalized service in a quaint hotel known for its beautiful flowers. In the heart of downtown—an outstanding place to stay for many years. Walk to restaurants & visitor center. Free airport/train shuttle & Around Town Express. Breakfast, free WiFi, laundry facilities & smoke-free.

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PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 Mile 56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com Year-round hot springs resort. 80 rooms. Full-service restaurant & lounge. (see also Aurora Viewing, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Casual Dining, Dog Mushing, Event Facilities, Flightseeing, Hot Springs, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

Fairbanks Golden Nugget Hotel f 900 Noble St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-5141, Fax: (907) 452-5458 evansjm@mosquitonet.com www.golden-nuggethotel.com Centrally located with reasonable rates! AC, cable TV, restaurant, lounge.

Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge  4477 Pikes Landing Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 455-4477, Fax: (907) 455-4476 Toll Free: (800) 426-0500 aklodges@princesstours.com www.princesslodges.com Fairbanks’ finest accommodations situated on the Chena River and minutes from the airport. Fine & casual dining options, spacious riverview deck and convenient location. Nicely appointed rooms with comfortable amenities, including free WiFi and free parking. (see also Lodges)

Golden North Motel of Fairbanks, LLC f 4888 Old Airport Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 479-6201, Fax: (907) 479-5766 Toll Free: (800) 447-1910 sourdough@goldennorthmotel.com www.goldennorthmotel.com Gracious hospitality & summer rates from $85! Attractive, clean rooms, with private baths & cable; many with microwaves/fridges. Free a.m. muffins/ coffee. Courtesy airport/RR shuttle. Free highspeed Internet station & WiFi. Near popular attractions.

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433 Harold Bentley Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-1502, Fax: (907) 451-1503 Toll Free: (800) HAM-PTON faiak_hampton_suites@hilton.com www.fairbankssuites.hamptoninn.com Airport/train shuttle. 100% Hampton guarantee. “On the House” hot breakfast.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Fairbanks, Alaska f 109 W Int’l Airport Rd, Anchorage, AK 99518 400 Merhar Ave, Fairbanks (907) 328-1100, Fax: (907) 328-1122 emendez@thehotelgroup.com www.hiexpress.com/fairbanksak Spacious rooms, indoor pool, complimentary Express Start Hot Breakfast Bar.

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95 10th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 459-2700, Fax: (907) 459-2720 Toll Free: (800) 348-1340 info@regencyfairbankshotel.com www.regencyfairbankshotel.com Spacious rooms with kitchenettes in selected rooms.

Complimentary continental breakfast, WiFi, airport & railroad shuttle. 24-hour front desk/bell service, sports bar, business center, fitness room & guest laundry room available.

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4200 Boat St, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-0286, Fax: (907) 474-3665 Toll Free: (800) 770-3343 info@riversedge.net, www.riversedge.net Your own cottage in a beautiful riverfront setting. Each has 2 queen beds, full bath, vanity, cable TV, phone, WiFi, coffee maker & patio. AAA rated, featuring Chena’s Alaskan Grill. Shuttle: airport-RR-major tour attractions, city tour, Arctic tours & Barrow tour. (see also Casual Dining)

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449 N Santa Claus Ln, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 488-4800, Fax: (907) 488-4816 Toll Free: (877) 488-4801 info@hotelnorthpole.com, www.hotelnorthpole.com 71 rooms, smoke free, meeting rooms, nearby eateries.

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1850 Hoselton Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 456-4500, Fax: (907) 456-4515 Toll Free: (877) 774-2400 info@pikeslodge.com, www.pikeslodge.com 208-room lodge & cabins on the Chena River. Free airport & RR pick-up. Greenhouse, Aveda aromatherapy bath products. Sauna, in-room coffee, free wireless Internet, exercise room. Air conditioned. Rooms offer cable. (see also Lodges) Circle 13 on Reader Response Card

Circle 12 on Reader Response Card  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

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1717 University Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 456-3642, Fax: (907) 451-6376 Toll Free: (800) 528-4916 hotels@fdifairbanks.com www.fountainheadhotels.com A place where the staff treats you like you matter! An atmosphere where guest service is the ultimate amenity.

Large suites with free WiFi, separate bedroom & kitchen. Zach’s Restaurant/lounge, laundry facility & fitness room. By groceries & airport.

551 Eberhardt Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99712 Mile 5.3 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 488-7855, Fax: (907) 488-3772 tasteak@mosquitonet.com, www.atasteofalaska.com Panoramic view: AK Range/Mt. McKinley. Pvt bath. 280 acres. (see also Bed & Breakfasts)

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks f 575 1st Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-6552, Fax: (907) 451-6553 Toll Free: (877) 729-0197 hotelreservations@nmsusa.com www.marriott.com/faish Come stay in downtown Fairbanks next to the Chena River. Each suite offers king or two double beds, pull-out sofa bed, mini-refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and wet bar. Also enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast buffet, indoor pool, whirlpool and exercise room.

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1909 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-8888, Fax: (907) 451-6690 Toll Free: (800) 800-8000 fairbankss8@pendevserv.com, www.super8.com Newly renovated. Free SuperStart breakfast & wireless Internet. Pet friendly. Free airport shuttle.

Wedgewood Resort, Fountainhead Hotels f 212 Wedgewood Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-3642, Fax: (907) 451-6376 Toll Free: (800) 528-4916 hotels@fdifairbanks.com www.fountainheadhotels.com Nestled on 105 acres, surrounded by a 75-acre wildlife reserve & a 2,000-acre bird refuge. Residential-style suites w/ separate dining, living room & bedrooms, fully appointed kitchens, on-site laundry & free WiFi. Ideal for extended stay! (see also Nature/Wildlife Viewing)

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center f 813 Noble St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-7722, Fax: (907) 451-7478 Toll Free: (800) 544-0970 www.westmarkhotels.com Fairbanks’ premier hotel & conference center, located downtown with 400 beautifully appointed guest rooms & suites. Over 17,000 square feet of conference space, 2 restaurants & lounge, gift shop & espresso, fitness room, free WiFi. Group rates & packages available. (see also Event Facilities)

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Aurora Borealis Lodge  f PO Box 72422, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Cleary Summit, Fairbanks (907) 389-2812 info@auroracabin.com, www.auroracabin.com Deluxe rooms designed specifically for aurora viewing.

Located atop Cleary Summit for horizon-to-horizon views to the north from your own room! Each room has 2 queen beds, big sofa, private kitchen & bathroom, Internet, and our signature north windows. (see also Aurora Viewing, Bed & Breakfasts)

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5760 Steese Hwy, Fairbanks, AK 99712 Mile 28.5 Steese Hwy, Chatanika (907) 389-2164, Fax: (907) 389-2166 chatanikalodge@yahoo.com Lodging, restaurant, bar, package store, aurora viewing.

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PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 Mile 56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com Year-round hot springs resort. 80 rooms. Full-service restaurant & lounge. (see also Aurora Viewing, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Casual Dining, Dog Mushing, Event Facilities, Flightseeing, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Museums, Winter Activities)

4477 Pikes Landing Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 455-4477, Fax: (907) 455-4476 Toll Free: (800) 426-0500 aklodges@princesstours.com www.princesslodges.com Fairbanks’ finest accommodations situated on the Chena River and minutes from the airport. Fine & casual dining options, spacious riverview deck and convenient location. Nicely appointed rooms with comfortable amenities, including free WiFi and free parking. (see also Hotels/Motels)

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1307 Windfall Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 227.4 Richardson Hwy, 38 Mile S, Delta Junction (877) 825-9413 blackrapids@ureach.com www.lodgeatblackrapids.com Timber framed w/fireplaces, heavenly beds. On road w/ wildlife & panoramic views.

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1850 Hoselton Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 456-4500, Fax: (907) 456-4515 Toll Free: (877) 774-2400 info@pikeslodge.com, www.pikeslodge.com 208-room lodge & cabins on the Chena River. Free airport & RR pick-up. Greenhouse, Aveda aromatherapy bath products. Sauna, in-room coffee, free wireless Internet, exercise room. Air conditioned. Rooms offer cable. (see also Hotels/Motels)

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PO Box 111005, Anchorage, AK 99511 (907) 339-9082, Fax: (907) 334-9082 Toll Free: (866) 339-9082 info@alaskacampgrounds.net www.alaskacampgrounds.net Publishes directory listing of member campgrounds/RV parks & their services.

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PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 Mile 56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com Year-round hot springs resort. 30 spaces. Full-service restaurant & lounge. (see also Aurora Viewing, Casual Dining, Dog Mushing, Event Facilities, Flightseeing, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

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1000 Lakeview Terrace, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-2553, Fax: (907) 456-2801 lakeviewterracerv@gmail.com www.facebook.com/lakeviewterracerv Full hookups 30/50 amp, extended stay rates, 3 miles from downtown, pets ok.

Northern Moosed RV Park & Campground  2284 Elliott Hwy, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 451-0984 rvpark@northernmoosed.com www.northernmoosed.com Full-service RV park & campground, ideal basecamp for your Arctic adventure.

River’s Edge RV Park

Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge 

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4140 Boat St, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-0286, Fax: (907) 474-3665 Toll Free: (800) 770-3343 info@riversedge.net, www.riversedge.net Full hook-ups, 180 spaces, 30/50 amp power, cable TV, WiFi, free showers, laundry, pets allowed. Featuring Chena’s Alaskan Grill, tickets and shuttle to major tour attractions. City tour, Riverboat Discovery, Gold Dredge 8, Arctic tours & Barrow tour.

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1368 Old Badger Rd, North Pole, AK 99705 1316 Badger Rd, North Pole (907) 488-6392, Fax: (907) 488-0555 Toll Free: (888) 488-6392 riverview@acsalaska.net, www.riverviewrvpark.net Full hook-ups, free cable TV, WiFi & showers. 160 sites, 70’ PTs, 30/50 amp. Gas, diesel, groceries, bike path, bank fishing, tour info & ticket sales. Super-clean laundry/shower/restrooms. Free vehicle wash rack. Big rigs & pets always welcome!

Tanana Valley Campground & RV Park  1800 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 456-7956, Fax: (907) 456-7971 info@fairbankscampgroundandrvpark.com Showers, laundry, dump station, Internet and firepits.

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Explore Fairbanks Vacation Rentals

Raven Landing Center

Fjell Blikk Hytte - Mountain Lodge & Knoll House f 1025 Ridge Pointe Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-4353 fjell@gci.net, www.fjell-lodge.com Fjell Blikk Hytte (a 3 BR custom-built log house) and Knoll House (4 BR) provide unique accommodations on seven forested acres just 10 minutes from Fairbanks.

Stunning views, lovely period furnishings, modern kitchens and baths.

Moose Walk Cabin  f 2594 Carrie Lynn Dr, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 378-2328, Fax: (907) 385-3078 moosewalkcabin@yahoo.com www.moosewalkcabin.com Water front log home, sleeps 6, fully furnished, WiFi, cable, $119-189.

Conventions, Meetings & Events Catering

Jackie of All Trades Catering  f PO Box 10206, Fairbanks, AK 99710 (907) 388-3442 jackieofalltrades@gmail.com www.caterfairbanks.com Catering designed to meet your needs. Coffee service, breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Midnight Sun Catering, LLC  f 2684 Old Steese Hwy, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 347-5967 ptpalaska.com Excellent Food! Efficient Service! Exceptional Price!

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949 McGown St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 1222 Cowles St, Fairbanks (907) 328-5458, Fax: (907) 328-5455 catering@ravenlanding.org, www.ravenlanding.org Premier catering venue central to town. Unique dining and event planning.

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center f 813 Noble St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-7722, Fax: (907) 451-7478 Toll Free: (800) 544-0970 www.westmarkhotels.com Fairbanks’ premier hotel & conference center, located downtown with 400 beautifully appointed guest rooms & suites. Over 17,000 square feet of conference space, 2 restaurants & lounge, gift shop & espresso, fitness room, free WiFi. Group rates & packages available. (see also Hotels/Motels)

Event Planners

Aurora Balloons & Decorating  f 230 Iditarod, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-7520, Fax: (907) 456-1373 beth@auroraballoons.com, auroraballoons.com Fairbanks’ finest event decor! Pipe & drape & table linens for rent.

Executive Events  f 216 Sacia Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 590-5086 eventplanning2004@hotmail.com Event planning made easy! Small seminar to large conventions. We do it all!

Visions Meeting Experts

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999 East Tudor Road, Suite 200 Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 786-0130, Fax: (907) 562-2016 meet@visionsus.com, www.visionsus.com

Transportation Air Transportation Alaska Airlines

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4750 Old International Airport Rd Anchorage, AK 99502 6450 Airport Way, Fairbanks Toll Free: (800) 252-7522 www.alaskaair.com Offering service to Fairbanks from the Lower 48 and intra-Alaska cities.

Ravn Alaska

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4700 Old International Airport Rd Anchorage, AK 99502 Fairbanks International Airport, Fairbanks (907) 266-8394, Fax: (907) 266-8391 Toll Free: (800) 866-8394 sales@flyera.com, www.flyera.com Serving over 100 destinations statewide.

Wright Air Service, Inc.

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PO Box 60142, Fairbanks, AK 99706 3842 University Ave S, Fairbanks (907) 474-0502, Fax: (907) 474-0375 Toll Free: (800) 478-0502 was@alaska.net, www.wrightairservice.com Flightseeing/air charter. See Interior Alaska as never before!

The Works Creative Catering, LLC f 527 Steele Creek Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99712 Friends Church, 1485 30th Ave, Fairbanks (907) 456-3857, Fax: (907) 452-3164 bchalstrom@gci.net Call us for all your catering, planning and decorating needs.

Event Facilities Carlson Center

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2010 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-7800, Fax: (907) 451-1195 kbaysinger@fnsb.us, www.carlson-center.com Premier entertainment, sports, meetings & conventions center in Fairbanks.

Chena Hot Springs Resort

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PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 Mile 56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com Year-round resort, 80 guest rooms, meeting rooms, full-service restaurant. (see also Aurora Viewing, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Casual Dining, Dog Mushing, Flightseeing, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

JP Jones Community Development Center f PO Box 70187, Fairbanks, AK 99707 2400 Rickert St, Fairbanks (907) 456-3729, Fax: (907) 374-7750 jpjcdc@gmail.com, www.jpjonescdc.com Premier rental facility for events and meetings and meeting community needs.  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

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Avis Rent A Car

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1555 Van Horn Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-7798, Fax: (907) 452-0680 Toll Free: (888) 706-3835 nmstewart@petrostar.com, www.sourdoughfuel.com With 8 gas stations in Fairbanks and North Pole, Sourdough Fuel welcomes RVers with FREE dump stations & water, diesel, ice, propane, ATMs, Hot Stuff Pizza™, hot subs & wraps, burritos, ice cream, tasty hot breakfast sandwiches, Chicago-style hot dogs and groceries.

Auto/RV Rentals

Alaska Auto Rental  f PO Box 80261, Fairbanks, AK 99708 2375 University Ave S, Fairbanks (907) 457-7368 info@alaskaautorental.com www.alaskaautorental.com Choose from a wide selection of cars, trucks, vans & SUVs for local rentals, Dalton Highway rentals, one-way rentals and rentals into Canada. Local shuttle service.

After-hours rentals by appointment. Offsite and afterhours return options. Debit and credit cards accepted.

Alaska Motorhome Rentals  9085 Glacier Hwy, Ste 301, Juneau, AK 99801 (800) 323-5757, Fax: (425) 882-2479 Toll Free: (800) 323-5757 info@BestofAlaskaTravel.com www.BestofAlaskaTravel.com Late-model, company-owned fleet, AAA/AARP discount/1-way rentals available.

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6450 Airport Way, #5, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Fairbanks International Airport, Fairbanks (907) 474-0900, Fax: (907) 474-2013 Toll Free: (800) 331-1212 fairbanks@avisalaska.com, www.avisalaska.com Serving Alaska for over 55 years! Great rates at www.avisalaska.com

Budget Rent A Car

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6450 Airport Way, Ste 6, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Fairbanks International Airport, Fairbanks (907) 474-0855, Fax: (907) 474-8383 Toll Free: (800) 474-0855 budgetak@acsalaska.net Compacts to 4x4s etc.

Dollar Rent A Car

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Kendall of Fairbanks Rent-A-Car f 1000 Cadillac Ct, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-6217, Fax: (907) 455-9825 rentacar@kendallauto.com www.kendallautoalaska.com Great cars. Insurance specials. Great low rates daily, weekly and weekend.

Thrifty Car Rental

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6450 Airport Way, Ste 15, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Fairbanks International Airport, Fairbanks (907) 451-1048, Fax: (907) 451-6435 Toll Free: (800) THR-IFTY drac@acsalaska.net, www.thrifty.com Customer pickup and delivery in town. Quality cars at thrifty prices.

6450 Airport Way, Ste 15, Fairbanks, AK 99709 Fairbanks International Airport, Fairbanks (907) 451-4360, Fax: (907) 451-6435 drac@acsalaska.net Free pick-up and return at train station/hotels. Best fleet in Fairbanks.

GoNorth Car & Camper Rental  f PO Box 60147, Fairbanks, AK 99706 3713 S Lathrop St, Fairbanks (907) 479-7272, Fax: (907) 474-1041 Toll Free: (866) 236-7272 gonorth@alaska.net, www.GoNorth-Alaska.com SUV, truck, truck camper and motorhome rentals for northern gravel roads.

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Explore Fairbanks Ground/Public Transportation

Gray Line of Alaska

Airlink Shuttle & Tours  f 1213 Dolphin Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 452-3337, Fax: (907) 452-6543 airlink@acsalaska.net, www.airlinkalaska.com Local area shuttle. Statewide charter/tours. Quality service, affordable price. (see also Sightseeing)

Alaska Cab & King Cab  f PO Box 80927, Fairbanks, AK 99708 930 Aspen St, Fairbanks (907) 452-2222, Fax: (907) 479-0769 kingalaskacab@gci.net, www.kingalaskacab.com 24/7 taxi service, pre-scheduled pick-ups, charters.

Credit cards accepted.

Alaska Railroad Vacations

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PO Box 107500, Anchorage, AK 99510 1745 Johansen Expy, Fairbanks (907) 265-2494, Fax: (907) 265-2323 Toll Free: (800) 544-0552 reservations@akrr.com, www.AlaskaRailroad.com Want the best views of Alaska’s glaciers, mountains and wildlife? Choose an Alaska Railroad vacation! We offer comprehensive rail vacations, day tours and scenic rail trips with one call to our Alaskan agents. Ask about GoldStar. Call or go online today! (see also Adventure/ Ecotours, Denali Neighbors - Adventure/Ecotours, Ground/Public Transportation)

Alaska/Yukon Trails

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PO Box 84608, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 479-2277, Fax: (907) 456-5135 Toll Free: (800) 770-7275 alaskashuttle@yahoo.com, www.alaskashuttle.com Economical transport between Anch, Talkeetna, Denali, Fbx, Dawson & Whitehorse.

AlaskaTrain.com

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9170 Jewel Lake Rd, Ste 204, Anchorage, AK 99502 (907) 245-0912, Fax: (907) 245-0400 Toll Free: (800) 266-8625 info@alaskatrain.com, AlaskaTrain.com Online reservations for the Alaska Railroad including GoldStar, Adventure Class, private luxury dome rail & deluxe motorcoach. Save time, money and see additional scenery by traveling one way by train & the other by motorcoach. Vacation packages & cruise transfers available. (see also Denali - Ground/Public Transportation)

Travel Agents/ Trip Planners

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800 5th Ave, Ste 2600, Seattle, WA 98104 (907) 452-2843 Toll Free: (800) 544-2206 info@graylineofalaska.com www.GrayLineofAlaska.com Multi-day tours, sightseeing & Denali rail tours in Alaska & the Yukon. (see also Sightseeing, Travel Agents/ Trip Planners)

Alaska Skylar Travel LLC  f 601 E Northern Lights Blvd, Ste I, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 267-9888, Fax: (907) 274-1455 skylarjiang@skylartravel.com, www.5ialaska.com As the only Mandarin-speaking trip planner in Alaska, we own and operate both Alaska Skylar Travel & Charlene’s Express Travel. We are experienced to offer guaranteed departures for flexible independent travelers featuring winter aurora adventures & summer glacier experience.

MACS Transit – Fairbanks North Star Borough f 3175 Peger Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 501 Cushman St, Fairbanks (907) 459-1011, Fax: (907) 459-1004 transitservices@fnsb.us, www.fnsb.us/macs Get around Fairbanks and North Pole with the MACS Transit Bus System.

Alaska Tour & Travel  PO Box 22-1011, Anchorage, AK 99522 (907) 245-0200, Fax: (907) 245-0400 Toll Free: (800) 208-0200 experts@alaskatravel.com, www.alaskatravel.com We specialize in custom vacations to Alaska’s most spectacular destinations including Fairbanks. Our knowledgeable staff can arrange lodging, activities and transportation. We offer a great value, quality products and a convenient way to plan your Alaska vacation. (see also Alaskan Neighbors - Travel Agents/Trip Planners, Denali Neighbors - Travel Agents/Trip Planners)

Premier Alaska Tours, Inc.  f 1900 Premier Ct, Anchorage, AK 99502 (907) 279-0001, Fax: (907) 279-0002 Toll Free: (888) 486-8725 laura@tourAlaska.net, www.PremierAlaskaTours.com Deluxe motorcoach charter services available yearround. Alaskan owned. (see also Alaskan Neighbors - Sightseeing)

Explore Tours

Trip Planning

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999 E Tudor Rd, Ste 200, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 786-0192, Fax: (907) 563-8159 Toll Free: (800) 523-7405 info@exploretours.com, www.exploretours.com Explore Tours specializes in year-round, customized extraordinary Alaska adventures, highlighting the unique corners of the Last Frontier.

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100 Cushman St, Ste 102, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-1105, Fax: (907) 456-6968 info@fairbankschamber.org www.fairbankschamber.org Building partnerships, promoting our members, business and the community! Download our FREE mobile app today!

GoNorth Alaska Travel Center  f PO Box 60147, Fairbanks, AK 99706 3713 S Lathrop St, Fairbanks (907) 479-7271, Fax: (907) 474-1041 Toll Free: (855) 236-7271 GoNorth@alaska.net, www.GoNorth-Alaska.com Full-service statewide trip planning. (see also Sports/ Activities Rentals)

Dalton Highway Express  PO Box 71665, Fairbanks, AK 99707 3820 University Ave, Fairbanks (907) 474-3555 adventure@northernalaska.com www.daltonhighwayexpress.com Yukon River, Arctic Circle, Coldfoot, Brooks Range & Prudhoe Bay shuttles.

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800 5th Ave, Ste 2600, Seattle, WA 98104 (907) 452-2843 Toll Free: (800) 544-2206 info@graylineofalaska.com www.GrayLineofAlaska.com Multi-day tours, sightseeing & Denali rail tours in Alaska & the Yukon. (see also Ground/Public Transportation, Sightseeing)

Santa’s-Vagabond Travel

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909 Cushman St, Ste 102, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-3636, Fax: (907) 452-3639 info@santasvagabondtravel.com www.santasvagabondtravel.com Alaska & local tours, statewide travel, AK Marine Hwy reserv. 24 yrs exp.

Visitor Information

Alaska Public Lands Information Center f 101 Dunkel St, Ste 110, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center (907) 459-3730, Fax: (907) 459-3729 Toll Free: (866) 869-6887 fair_interpretation@nps.gov www.alaskacenters.gov Offers free trip planning information on parks, forests, refuges, recreation areas & wild rivers. Free exhibits & films feature wildlife, resources & Native culture. Alaska Geographic store sells books, videos, maps & Native artwork.

Alaska.org/The Alaska App  f PO Box 100519, Anchorage, AK 99510 (907) 777-7700, Fax: (907) 777-7720 yael@alaska.org, www.alaska.org Alaska.org, The Alaska App & Hotel Visitor TV.

Bearfoot Travel Guides  f 2440 E Tudor Rd, #122, Anchorage, AK 99507 (907) 822-5233, Fax: (800) 478-8301 Toll Free: (800) 478-8300 ncountry@gci.net, www.alaska101.com Comprehensive Visitor Guide to all of roadside Alaska.

Bell’s Alaska Travel Guide  f 1770 Front St, #170, Lynden, WA 98264 (250) 768-2426, Fax: (250) 452-6662 Toll Free: (800) 880-9109 info@bellsalaska.com, www.bellsalaska.com Up-to-date & accurate information. What to see, where to stay & great maps.

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101 Dunkel St, Ste 111, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center Fairbanks (907) 456-5774, Fax: (907) 456-3757 Toll Free: (800) 327-5774 info@explorefairbanks.com www.explorefairbanks.com Visit the Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center in downtown Fairbanks. Visitor information, trip planning assistance, vacancy listings, brochures, maps and more about Fairbanks, Denali, Interior and Arctic Alaska.

Services – Visitors Banking/ Currency Exchange

First National Bank Alaska

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500 4th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-1751, Fax: (907) 451-4689 Toll Free: (888) 515-1774 support@mtmckinleybank.com www.mtmckinleybank.com Founded 1965. Fairbanks’ oldest community & fullservice bank. Five locations.

Northrim Bank - Fairbanks Financial Center f 3111 C St, Anchorage, AK 99503 360 Merhar Ave, Fairbanks (907) 455-1128, Fax: (907) 455-1168 blury.jay@nrim.com, www.northrim.com 24-hr deposit center. ATM located in building entry.

Wells Fargo Bank

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613 Cushman St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 459-4300 Toll Free: (800) 869-3557 www.wellsfargo.com

Beauty Salons/Spas S Salon and Studio

Advance Printing Co., Inc.

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901 Cushman St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 374-3181 ssalonfbks@gmail.com, www.ssalonstyle.com Full-service hair salon & art studio. Convenient downtown location.

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612 30th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-1111, Fax: (907) 451-4511 Toll Free: (800) 478-2516 printer@hotprinter.com, www.hotprinter.com Color printing, rack cards, brochures, forms, graphic design, bulk mailing.

Graphic North, Inc.

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157 Old Steese Hwy, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-1907, Fax: (907) 452-3916 Toll Free: (866) 452-1907 wayne@graphicnorth.com, www.graphicnorth.com Full-service offset & digital printers. Mailing & business cards, brochures, posters.

Interior Graphics & Printing

PO Box 70105, Fairbanks, AK 99707 800 Noble St, Fairbanks (907) 459-5323, Fax: (907) 452-1281 www.FNBAlaska.com Full-service banking, travelers checks & wire transfers, branches statewide.

Mt. McKinley Bank

Copying/Printing

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770 8th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-4982, Fax: (907) 452-6992 michelle@interiorgraphics.com www.interiorgraphics.com We are your printing & copying solution. Open Mon-Fri 8-5. Call, click or come in.

Education/Training The Folk School

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PO Box 83572, Fairbanks, AK 99708 2365 Pruitt Ln, Fairbanks (907) 451-0445 tfsfolkschool@gmail.com www.thefolkschoolfairbanks.org Serving the community by passing on traditional skills and knowledge!

University of Alaska Fairbanks f PO Box 757505, Fairbanks, AK 99775 Toll Free: (800) 478-1823 www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit Move your mind and body at UAF. Wooded trails, concerts, muskoxen, art galleries and so much more await.

If you want to stick around, you can even get a degree!

Tours Mon-Fri, 10am and 2pm: www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit/ or 800-478-1823. (see also Nature/Wildlife Viewing, Sightseeing)

University of Alaska Fairbanks Summer Sessions f PO Box 757540, Fairbanks, AK 99775 216 Eielson Bldg, UAF Campus, Fairbanks (907) 474-7021, Fax: (907) 474-5297 Toll Free: (866) 404-7021 summer@alaska.edu, www.uaf.edu/summer Make the University of Alaska Fairbanks your destination this summer. Select from nearly 300 courses, many on weekends, with in-state tuition for everyone. Enjoy festivals, free movies, lectures and concerts. Summer @ UAF is the place to be!

Medical/Health

Arthritis Foundation, Alaska Office f 615 E 82nd Ave, Ste 104, Anchorage, AK 99518 (907) 277-2784, Fax: (907) 277-2783 Toll Free: (866) 997-2784 acampione@arthritis.org, www.arthritis.org Jingle in July! Saturday, July 11, 2015, in North Pole, AK. Annual 5K Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis & Children’s Fun Run with the Elves. All ages event, fun for the whole family, strollers & dogs welcome. Registration & event information at www.JingleinJuly.com.

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Kohler, Schmitt & Hutchison, P.C. f

1650 Cowles St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-8181, Fax: (907) 458-5324 www.fmhdc.com Full-service acute care hospital incl. ER, ICU, day surgery, cancer treatment and cardiology.

Office: 1030 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Church: 1029 1st Ave, Fairbanks (907) 456-5235, Fax: (907) 456-2934 sfisher@mosquitonet.com www.stmatthewschurch.org Eucharist - Sun: 8, 9:15, 11:15am; Wed: 9:30am & 7pm. Compline: 12am Sun-Fri.

PO Box 70607, Fairbanks, AK 99707 714 4th Ave, Ste 303, Fairbanks (907) 456-6676, Fax: (907) 456-6431 ksh@kshcpa.com, www.kshcpa.com Certified public accountants.

Steese Immediate Care

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1275 Sadler Way, Ste 101, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 374-7911, Fax: (907) 374-7744 www.steeseimmediatecare.com Steese Immediate Care now open 7 days a week M-F, 8-7; Sa & Su, 11-7. No appt necessary.

Sunshine Health Foods  f 410 Trainor Gate Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-5433, Fax: (907) 456-5433 info@sunshinehealthfoodstore.com www.sunshinehealthfoodstore.com Extensive line of vitamin & mineral supplements, grocery, knowledgeable staff.

Tanana Valley Clinic

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1001 Noble St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 459-3500, Fax: (907) 459-3583 Toll Free: (888) 459-3500 www.tvcclinic.com 1st Care Clinic, downtown Fairbanks. Open 7 days a week from 8 to 8. No appointment necessary.

Places of Worship Bethel Church

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PO Box 83889, Fairbanks, AK 99708 1310 Farmers Loop Rd, Fairbanks (907) 479-4380 info@bethelchurchak.org, www.bethelchurchak.org Services Sunday 9:30 & 11am. Sunday School all ages @ 11am. Awana.

Catholic Diocese of Fairbanks f 1316 Peger Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 374-9500 receptionist@cbna.org, www.dioceseoffairbanks.org Come worship with us & celebrate in mission churches.

Can accommodate buses.

Congregation Or HaTzafon

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PO Box 74863, Fairbanks, AK 99707 1744 Aurora Dr, Fairbanks (907) 456-1002 orhatzafon@mosquitonet.com www.mosquitonet.com/~orhatzafon Serving the Jewish community of Interior Alaska. Friday services - 7:30pm.

Friends Community Church

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1485 30th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-2249, Fax: (907) 452-3164 info@friendschurch.org, www.friendschurch.org Services Sunday 9am & 11am. Nursery & kids church service.

Journey Christian Church

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PO Box 75013, Fairbanks, AK 99707 1855 Airport Way, Fairbanks (907) 455-4433 info@journeyalaska.org, www.journeyalaska.org Where faith and adventure meet! Services at 10am in the Regal Theatre.

Lord of Life Lutheran Church

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PO Box 55791, North Pole, AK 99705 1005 St. Nicholas Dr, North Pole (907) 488-6720 office@lordoflifeak.com, www.lordoflifeak.com Sunday worship 10:30am, Sept-May education hour 9am, June-Aug Wed worship 7pm.  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Real Estate

Birchwood Homes

Alaska Aerofuel, Inc.

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1066 Turnagin Lp, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 356-1616, Fax: (907) 356-1575 info@birchwoodhomesak.com www.birchwoodhomesak.com 3-5 br townhomes, near amenities. Open House Mon through Sat. 9am-6pm.

Yukon Title Company, Inc.

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714 Gaffney Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-3474, Fax: (907) 456-3476 www.yukontitle.com

Associations

Fairbanks Arts Association

Usibelli Coal Mine, Inc.  f 100 Cushman St, Ste 210, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-2625, Fax: (907) 451-6543 info@usibelli.com, www.usibelli.com

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PO Box 72786, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Pioneer Park, AK Centennial Center for the Arts, Fairbanks (907) 456-6485, Fax: (907) 456-4112 fairbanksarts@mosquitonet.com www.fairbanksarts.org Fine art gallery. Concerts, films, literary readings & art education projects.

Gwich’in Steering Committee  f 122 1st Ave, Box 2, Fairbanks, AK 99701 201 1st Ave, Ste 124, Fairbanks (907) 458-8264, Fax: (907) 457-8265 ourarcticrefuge@gmail.com www.ourarcticrefuge.org 25 years of protecting Gwich’in way of life. www.ourarcticrefuge.org

301 Cushman St, Ste 301, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-2185, Fax: (907) 451-9534 Toll Free: (888) 476-3332 fedc@ak.net, www.investfairbanks.com Promotes and facilitates industrial and economic development for Fairbanks.

Gold City Brochure Placement Service  PO Box 102, Ester, AK 99725 (907) 456-1617 goldcity@acsalaska.net Offers brochure (rack card) placement service throughout the borough.

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Audio/Visual Production

Alaska Universal Productions  f PO Box 81132, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 451-4833 AUP@AUP-AK.com, www.AUP-AK.com Fairbanks’ premier audio visual production company.

Lights, sound, much more!

666 11th Ave, #306, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-4604, Fax: (801) 382-4645 fayshouse@outlook.com, www.thepenguy.biz Ad specialty advertising items w/ BIC pens & other quality promo tools.

Media

Fairbanks Daily News-Miner

Cook & Haugeberg LLC CPAs

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119 N Cushman St, Ste 300, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-7762, Fax: (907) 452-6184 Toll Free: (800) 478-7764 contact@ch-cpa.com, www.ch-cpa.com A full-service certified public accounting firm headquartered in Fairbanks.

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PO Box 74568, Fairbanks, AK 99707 119 N Cushman St, Fairbanks (907) 456-1400, Fax: (907) 458-4248 Toll Free: (888) 458-4291 customerservice@denalistatebank.com www.denalistatebank.com Your locally owned community bank—providing unparalleled customer service!

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200 N Cushman St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-6661, Fax: (907) 451-9060 kstrle@newsminer.com, www.newsminer.com The Voice of Interior Alaska since 1903.

KJNP AM/FM/TV

Financial

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PO Box 60669, Fairbanks, AK 99706 5855 Aerofuel Place, Fairbanks (907) 474-0062, Fax: (907) 474-0085 admin@alaskaaerofuel.com, www.alaskaaerofuel.com Your fuel source in the air or in your home. Heating and aviation fuels.

Marketing

Services - Business

Denali State Bank

Industry

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PO Box 56359, North Pole, AK 99705 2501 Mission Rd, North Pole (907) 488-2216, Fax: (907) 488-5246 kjnp@mosquitonet.com www.mosquitonet.com/~kjnp Sod roof log cabin. Tours of studio available from 9am to 5pm daily.

Photography

Ronn Murray Photography and Tours f (907) 888-6055 ronnm@ronnmurrayphoto.com www.ronnmurrayphoto.com Professional, quality commercial photography. Showing you at your best! (see also Aurora Viewing)

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Just a short drive away.

One of Alaska’s most popular destinations, Denali National Park and Preserve is an easy two-hour drive or four-hour train ride from Fairbanks. Visitor services are available along the Parks Highway, at campgrounds and visitor centers, in Kantishna and in remote lodges. At the park, activities, dining, shopping, lodging, services and transportation are as varied as our travelers. Whether you choose to simply take in the pristine wilderness or explore the rugged backcountry, there are plenty of options to help you discover Denali.

Dall Sheep prefer alpine ridges and steep slopes where they can avoid predators. Keep your binoculars at the ready and look up often to spot these animals in Denali National Park.

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Adventure/Ecotours 53 Fishing/River Excursions 53 Flightseeing 54 Sightseeing 54

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Cabins 54 Hotels/Motels 54 Accommodations At-a-Glance 55 Lodges 55 Campgrounds/RV Parks 56

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Chambers of Commerce Travel Agents/Trip Planners Visitor Information

Alaska Railroad Vacations

PO Box 593, Healy, AK 99743 Mile 238.6 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-4288, Fax: (907) 683-4289 info@denaliatv.com, www.denaliatv.com 2.5- to 4-hr guided tours next to Denali Nat’l Park on 1-4-person ATVs. Go “Into the Wild” along Stampede Trail or far above Otto Lake for spectacular views—even a Midnight Sun trip! All ages. All riding gear and car seats provided. Tours 9am-11pm.

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PO Box 642, Healy, AK 99743 Mile 238.6 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-JEEP (5337), Fax: (907) 683-4289 info@DenaliJeep.com, www.DenaliJeep.com 5-hr, 100+ mile guided tour along the spectacular Denali Highway, #2 Drive of a Lifetime (National Geographic Traveler) in 4-door Jeep Wranglers. Views of Mt. McKinley, the Alaska Range & glaciers (weather allowing). Wildlife likely. Car seats available. Tours 9:30am, 5:30pm.

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PO Box 107500, Anchorage, AK 99510 1745 Johansen Expy, Fairbanks (907) 265-2494, Fax: (907) 265-2323 Toll Free: (800) 544-0552 reservations@akrr.com, www.AlaskaRailroad.com Your Alaska rail vacation starts here! Let the Alaska Railroad take you to the places you want to see. Visit Fairbanks, Denali, Talkeetna, Anchorage, Whittier and Seward. Capture the best views at the front of the train with us. Ask about premium GoldStar service. Book now! (see also Ground/Public Transportation, Fairbanks - Adventure/Ecotours, Ground/Public Transportation)

PO Box 170, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 1/2 Otto Lake Rd, Healy (907) 683-1925, Fax: (888) 520-4715 Toll Free: (888) 303-1925 info@denalioutdoorcenter.com www.denalioutdoorcenter.com Guided whitewater raft, kayak and mtn. bike tours daily. Open May to Sept. (see also Cabins, Campgrounds/ RV Parks, Fishing/River Excursions)

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PO Box 127, Cantwell, AK 99729 Mile 214.5 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 768-2620 info@adventuredenali.com www.adventuredenali.com Best fishing & cabins in Alaska’s Interior! Huge rainbows! Learn to flyfish!

Denali Fly Fishing Guides, LLC  PO Box 156, Cantwell, AK 99729 Mile 214 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 768-1127, Fax: (907) 768-1127 2fishon@mtaonline.net, www.denaliflyfishing.com Catch & release Arctic grayling. Clear water streams.

Exp. & beg. fly anglers w/small groups. Guided 1/2 & full day.

Denali Outdoor Center, Inc.  PO Box 170, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 1/2 Otto Lake Rd, Healy (907) 683-1925, Fax: (888) 520-4715 Toll Free: (888) 303-1925 info@denalioutdoorcenter.com www.denalioutdoorcenter.com Whitewater & scenic rafting in Denali Park. 2- & 4-hour guided paddle raft, oar raft & kayak river trips daily.

Family, group & military discounts. Full drysuits for all guests! Mtn. bike rentals & tours. Canoe & kayak rentals on Otto Lake. Experienced guides. Free shuttles. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Cabins, Campgrounds/ RV Parks

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3000 C Ste 101, Anchorage, AK 99503 Mile 238.5 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (800) 276-7234, Fax: (907) 258-3668 Toll Free: (800) 276-7234 info@denaliparkvillage.com www.denaliparkvillage.com Bus tours, hiking, rafting, Cabin Nite Dinner Theater. (see also Lodges)

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1 Doyon Place, Ste 300, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Mile 92 Park Rd, Denali National Park (907) 374-3041, Fax: (907) 374-3960 Toll Free: (800) 230-7275 roadhouse@doyon.com, www.seeDenali.com Kantishna Wilderness Trails, the most inclusive day excursion in Denali Park. Full narration, frequent stops for wildlife viewing, photos, and en route refreshments.

Includes lunch and interpretive programs at the historic Kantishna Roadhouse. Native owned and operated. (see also Lodges)

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Drawer 190, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 238.6 Parks Hwy, in Rainbow Village RV Park, Denali Park (907) 683-2234, Fax: (907) 683-1281 Toll Free: (888) 683-2234 info@denaliraft.com, www.denaliraft.com Try rafting with Denali’s first raft company operating since 1974. Try a 2-hr, 4-hr, or all-day raft trip complete with knowledgeable guide and comfortable GoreTex drysuit. Choose paddle or oar rafts. Free shuttles. A memory you will enjoy the rest of your life.

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PO Box 82, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 229.3 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-2261, Fax: (907) 683-1347 flightseeing@denaliair.com, www.denaliair.com Fly around Mt. McKinley and explore the peaks and glaciers of Denali.

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6160 Carl Brady Dr, Hangar 2, Anchorage, AK 99502 Mile 238 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-2574, Fax: (907) 550-8626 Toll Free: (800) 843-1947 fltsg@erahelicopters.com, www.eraflightseeing.com View Mt. McKinley. Land on and explore a glacier or take a heli-hiking adventure. Also available in Juneau.

Talkeetna Air Taxi  f PO Box 73, Talkeetna, AK 99676 Talkeetna State Airport, Talkeetna (907) 733-2218, Fax: (907) 733-1434 Toll Free: (800) 533-2219 info@talkeetnaair.com, www.talkeetnaair.com Mt. McKinley flightseeing & glacier landings since 1947. Free brochure.

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Husky Homestead  PO Box 48, Denali Park, AK 99755 (907) 683-2904, Fax: (907) 683-2906 info@huskyhomestead.com www.huskyhomestead.com A top-rated Alaska land tour. Cuddle husky puppies and see sled dog training in action.

Mahay’s Jetboat Adventure  PO Box 705, Talkeetna, AK 99676 22333 S Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna (907) 733-2223, Fax: (907) 733-2712 Toll Free: (800) 736-2210 mahays@mahaysjetboat.com www.mahaysjetboat.com Ride a jetboat – learn local history – class 5 rapids – Mt. McKinley. Fun & unique.

Accommodations Alaska Denali Travel

PO Box 41, Healy, AK 99743 1/2 Mile Hilltop Rd, MP 247, Healy (907) 683-4343 lodging@parks-edge.com, www.parks-edge.com Comfy log cabins with private baths near Denali & golf course, sleep 2-6.

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1301 Parks Hwy, Ste 5, Wasilla, AK 99654 Mile 229 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 376-1900, Fax: (907) 376-1999 Toll Free: (877) 2DENALI info@AlaskaDenaliTravel.com www.AlaskaDenaliTravel.com Convenient cabins, Kantishna Lodge, narrated park trips, other activities. (see also Hotels/Motels)

Denali Outdoor Center, Inc.  PO Box 170, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 1/2 Otto Lake Rd, Healy (907) 683-1925, Fax: (888) 520-4715 Toll Free: (888) 303-1925 info@denalioutdoorcenter.com www.denalioutdoorcenter.com Cozy cabins and peaceful camping 10 miles north of the Denali National Park entrance at Otto Lake. Enjoy canoeing, biking, kayaking, rafting, fishing and birding.

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1301 Parks Hwy, Ste 5, Wasilla, AK 99654 Mile 229 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 376-1900, Fax: (907) 376-1999 Toll Free: (877) 2DENALI info@AlaskaDenaliTravel.com www.AlaskaDenaliTravel.com Convenient cabins, Kantishna Lodge, narrated park trips, other activities. (see also Cabins)

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2702 Denali St, Ste 100, Anchorage, AK 99503 Mile 238.2 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-5100 Toll Free: (855) 683-8600 www.denalialaska.com Nestled into Sugarloaf Mountain with aerial views of Denali National Park, the Denali Bluffs Hotel offers comfortable rooms, hearty food at the Mountaineer Grill & Bar and Alaskan hospitality. Adventure is just steps away. You won’t find these views down at street level.

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PO Box 7, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 231.1 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-2696, Fax: (907) 683-2697 Toll Free: (866) 583-2696 info@denaligrizzlybear.com www.denaligrizzlybear.com Entr. Denali Park. Old time AK atmosphere, quaint wooded setting. Charming, cozy, unique cabins w/private decks on Nenana River $69-$269. New beautiful cedar hotel, every room on river w/private deck. Hunter Travel Guide: Call these people first! (see also Campgrounds/RV Parks)

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PO Box 394, Healy, AK 99743 Mile 247 Parks Hwy, Healy (907) 683-1800, Fax: (907) 683-1801 Toll Free: (866) 683-1800 stay@denaliparkhotel.com www.denaliparkhotel.com TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, private bath, two double beds, WiFi.

Denali Rainbow Village RV Park & Motel  PO Box 30, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 238.6 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-7777 denalirainbow@mtaonline.net, www.denalirv.com New rooms, some w/kitchens. TV, WiFi. Open 5/20 to 9/15. Low rates, tours. (see also Campgrounds/RV Parks)

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PO Box 155, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 245.1 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-1500 Toll Free: (800) 478-1501 stay@denalirvparkandmotel.com www.denalirvparkandmotel.com Best values in Denali. Free satellite TV, free WiFi. Full hook-ups $44. Rooms with two beds $84. Four-bed unit w/ kitchenette $149. Laundry, gift shop. Beautiful, scenic views. Hiking trails. Locally owned. Clean, quiet place to stay. (see also Campgrounds/RV Parks) www.explorefairbanks.com

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Alpine Creek Lodge  f PO Box 121, Cantwell, AK 99729 Mile 68 Denali Hwy, Cantwell (907) 743-0565 alpinecreeklodgealaska@gci.net www.alpinecreeklodge.com Alpine Creek Lodge is located on the Denali Highway with its gorgeous scenery, the wildlife and fresh air; it’s how Alaska was meant to be seen! We offer lodging with activities to explore old glacier valleys! Come on by for ATV tours, fishing, hiking and so much more!

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1 Doyon Place, Ste 300, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Mile 92 Parks Rd, Denali National Park (907) 374-3041, Fax: (907) 374-3960 Toll Free: (800) 230-7275 roadhouse@doyon.com, www.seeDenali.com Experience Alaskan hospitality at the beautiful Kantishna Roadhouse, a full-service lodge nestled in the backcountry of majestic Denali Park. Transportation, deluxe cabins, all meals, and abundant guided (and self-guided) activities included. Native owned and operated. (see also Adventure/Ecotours)

Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge  Mile 133 Parks Hwy, Denali Park, AK 99683 (907) 733-2900, Fax: (907) 733-2922 Toll Free: (800) 426-0500 aklodges@princesstours.com www.princesslodges.com Situated within Denali State Park, two hours north of Anchorage, this lodge is a true wilderness retreat. Amenities include vaulted ceilings, massive stone fireplace, wall of windows framing Mt. McKinley, tour desk, nature trails and a variety of dining options.

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PO Box 7, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 231.1 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-2696, Fax: (907) 683-2697 Toll Free: (866) 583-2696 info@denaligrizzlybear.com www.denaligrizzlybear.com Hook-ups, S dump, propane, TV, laundry, RV, tenting, showers, $25-$38. (see also Hotels/Motels)

Denali Rainbow Village RV Park & Motel  PO Box 30, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 238.6 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-7777 denalirainbow@mtaonline.net, www.denalirv.com Full-service RV park, motel rms w/kitchens. 1 mile north of Denali entrance. (see also Hotels/Motels)

Denali RV Park and Motel  PO Box 155, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 245.1 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-1500 Toll Free: (800) 478-1501 stay@denalirvparkandmotel.com www.denalirvparkandmotel.com Best values in Denali. Free satellite TV, free WiFi. Full hook-ups $44. Rooms with two beds $84. Four-bed unit w/ kitchenette $149. Laundry, gift shop. Beautiful, scenic views. Hiking trails. Locally owned. Clean, quiet place to stay. (see also Hotels/Motels)

PO Box 22-1011, Anchorage, AK 99522 (907) 245-0200, Fax: (907) 245-0400 Toll Free: (800) 208-0200 experts@alaskatravel.com, www.alaskatravel.com We specialize in custom vacations to Alaska’s most spectacular destinations including Fairbanks. Our knowledgeable staff can arrange lodging, activities and transportation. We offer a great value, quality products and a convenient way to plan your Alaska vacation. (see also Alaskan Neighbors - Travel Agents/Trip Planners, Fairbanks - Travel Agents/Trip Planners)

Visitor Information

Denali Summer Times  f 2440 E Tudor, Ste 122, Anchorage, AK 99507 (907) 822-5233, Fax: (800) 478-8301 Toll Free: (800) 478-8300 ncountry@gci.net, www.denali101.com Comprehensive Visitor Guide for Denali National Park.

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Trip Planning Chambers of Commerce

Denali Chamber of Commerce  f PO Box 437, Healy, AK 99743 .5 Healy Spur Rd, Healy (907) 683-4636 denali.chamber@gmail.com www.denalichamber.com Information on Denali National Park and the Denali Borough area services.

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Mile 238.5 Parks Hwy, Denali Park, AK 99755 (907) 683-2282, Fax: (907) 683-2545 Toll Free: (800) 426-0500 aklodges@princesstours.com www.princesslodges.com Located one mile from the entrance to Denali National Park. The lodge offers modern comforts on the edge of the wilderness. Variety of dining options including fine dining, pizza, dinner theater and espresso bar. Tour desk featuring activities into and around the park.

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PO Box 170, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 1/2 Otto Lake Rd, Healy (907) 683-1925, Fax: (888) 520-4715 Toll Free: (888) 303-1925 info@denalioutdoorcenter.com www.denalioutdoorcenter.com Peaceful and private camping 10 minutes north of DNP entrance. Great views! (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Cabins, Fishing/River Excursions)

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Camping The Interior is wild, scenic and accessible. Whether it’s the allure of sleeping under the stars or a place to park your RV for the night, private and public campgrounds can accommodate all kinds of outdoor enthusiasts. While options abound, one great choice is the Chena River State Recreation Area—a short drive from town with tent and RV campgrounds and road-accessible public use cabins. Farther south, the Tangle Lakes area on the Denali Highway rewards the traveler with outstanding scenery and good chances to view wildlife. This campground offers campsites, interpretive signs and access to many recreational opportunities.

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Alaska’s Interior is vast. This 175,000-square-mile inland area between the Alaska Range to the south and the Brooks Range to the north comprises about 30 percent of the state, making it as large as the states of Indiana, New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio combined. The Interior has diversity in its people, landscape, climate, culture and wildlife. This diversity is reflected in the activities, dining, shopping, lodging, services and means of transportation that match the interests and lifestyles of our visitors.

Completed in 1977, the 800-mile trans-Alaska oil pipeline crosses over 800 rivers and streams and passes through three mountain ranges, including the Alaska Range, south of Delta Junction in Alaska’s Interior.

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Borealis Bed & Breakfast  f PO Box 355, Galena, AK 99741 355 Antoski Rd, Galena (907) 656-1981 info@borealisalaska.com, www.borealisalaska.com Fly-in, friendly Yukon River community. Great hosts.

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Manley Hot Springs Cozy Cabin Rentals  f PO Box 67, Manley Hot Springs, AK 99756 (907) 672-3541 dands99756@gmail.com Enjoy an Interior Alaska village experience. Comfy beds.

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PO Box 30189, Central, AK 99730 Mile 128 Steese Hwy, Central (907) 520-1893, Fax: (907) 520-1893 www.cdhs.us Mining history, mammoth tusk & bones. Beadwork, wildflowers, gold display.

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www.explorefairbanks.com

Interior Neighbors Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge 

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1 Brenwick Craig Rd, Mile 102 Richardson Hwy Copper Center, AK 99573 (907) 822-4000, Fax: (907) 822-4044 Toll Free: (800) 426-0500 aklodges@princesstours.com www.princesslodges.com Located at the gateway to Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, this lodge features unmatched views of the Wrangell-St. Elias mountain range. Amenities include a restaurant, lounge, tour desk, gift shop, espresso bar, Park Ranger programs and shuttle to the visitor center.

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509 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501 Mile 12.5 Talkeetna Spur Rd, Talkeetna (907) 777-2801, Fax: (907) 777-2888 Toll Free: (888) 959-9590 info@talkeetnalodge.com, www.talkeetnalodge.com Spectacular views of Mt. McKinley, award-winning cuisine & meeting facilities.

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PO Box 469, Glennallen, AK 99588 Mile 189 Glenn Hwy, Glennallen (907) 822-5555, Fax: (907) 822-5558 chamber@cvinternet.net, www.traveltoalaska.com

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PO Box 987, Delta Junction, AK 99737 1422 Alaska Hwy, Delta Junction (907) 895-5068, Fax: (907) 895-5141 Toll Free: (877) 895-5068 deltacc@deltachamber.org, www.deltachamber.org Official end of the Alaska Highway! Historical sites, fishing, much more!

North Pole Economic Development Corporation f PO Box 55872, North Pole, AK 99705 557 Saint Nicholas Dr, North Pole (907) 488-4558, Fax: (907) 488-3665 info@npedc.com, www.npedc.com To attract, retain and support businesses and events in the North Pole area.

North Pole Community Chamber of Commerce 

Fishing Birding Interior Alaska is a thoroughfare for hundreds of species of birds. Sightings are greater during the spring and fall months as thousands of birds make their annual migration to and from their nesting grounds.

A walk around Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge, less than five minutes from downtown, will lead you through fields and forests full of sandhill cranes, Canada geese, snow buntings and Townsend’s warblers.

A drive up the Steese Highway is a great way to experience alpine tundra as well as find some of our alpine specialties like northern wheatear, surfbird and willow and rock ptarmigan. Don’t forget your binoculars to scope close-up views.

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PO Box 55071, North Pole, AK 99705 125 Santa Claus Ln, North Pole (907) 488-2242 info@northpolechamber.us www.northpolechamber.us Visitor center open Memorial Day to Labor Day, 10am to 6pm.

With bountiful freshwater rivers, streams and lakes, Interior Alaska provides ample opportunities for fishing enthusiasts. The Chena River is great for catching Arctic grayling and easily accessible and family friendly. The Richardson and Steese highways and nearby Chena Hot Springs Road offer a variety of ponds stocked with Arctic char and grayling, rainbow trout, king and silver salmon in addition to natural stocks of northern pike and burbot. Just south of Fairbanks near the city of North Pole, you’ll find Chena Lake Recreation Area—a convenient place to wet your line, summer or winter.

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An unforgettable journey.

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Experience the vast wilderness panoramas, tundra-laden landscape and the indigenous cultures that define Alaska’s Arctic. Within this region north of the Arctic Circle, you will find many amazing places to explore like the majestic Brooks Range, Coldfoot, Wiseman, Fort Yukon, Bettles, Anaktuvuk Pass, Prudhoe Bay and Barrow. Enjoy village tours, cultural programs, historic sites, the aurora borealis, wildlife viewing and more. A journey to the Arctic will be remembered forever.

Polar bears, such as this one in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, live in the circumpolar north in areas where they can hunt seals near the sea ice.

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Igloo #8, Wiseman, AK 99790 (907) 678-4456 info@arcticgetaway.com, www.arcticgetaway.com Homey, Alaskan-style accommodations above the Arctic Circle.

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PO Box 81512, Fairbanks, AK 99708 Mile 175 Dalton Hwy, Coldfoot (907) 474-3500, Fax: (907) 474-4767 Toll Free: (866) 474-3400 adventure@northernalaska.com www.coldfootcamp.com Your base camp for exploring Alaska’s Brooks Mountain Range. Great food along the Dalton Highway with simple, clean rooms. Land and air transportation can be arranged. Great aurora viewing in the winter. Tours, tire shop, fuel and gift shop.

Shopping Gift Shops/Specialty Goods

Arctic Circle Trading Post  PO Box 83703, Fairbanks, AK 99708 Mile 49 Elliott Hwy, Fairbanks (907) 474-3507 www.arcticcircletradingpost.com The first stop on your journey to the Arctic Circle. We have the best selection of Arctic Circle gifts available.

T-shirts, caps, pins, Native crafts, general mercantile, Arctic Circle certificates and Dalton Highway travel information.

Deadhorse Camp  f PO Box 81512, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 474-3565, Fax: (907) 474-4767 Toll Free: (877) 474-3565 adventure@northernalaska.com www.deadhorsecamp.com Your first stop in Deadhorse. Rooms, food, gifts & Arctic Ocean shuttles.

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Transportation Air Transportation

Brooks Range Aviation  PO Box 26010, Bettles Field, AK 99726 Route 1 Lot 1 Airport Rd, Bettles Field (907) 692-5444, Fax: (907) 692-2185 Toll Free: (800) 692-5443 airservice@brooksrange.com www.brooksrange-alaska-wilderness-trips.com Air charter serving the Brooks Range. Outdoor adventures. Boat rentals.

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Our Alaskan neighbors in the nearby regions work together to provide visitors with activities, dining, shopping, lodging, services and transportation to ensure successful travel around Alaska. Many visitors to Fairbanks take the opportunity to continue their travels to Alaska’s Southeast, Southcentral, and the Aleutians as part of a comprehensive trip, and these listings highlight some travel options from around the state.

Many ventures into Prince William Sound, whether on a sightseeing vessel or a kayak, begin from the small-boat harbor in Valdez.

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Activities, Attractions & Tours Adventure/Ecotours

Alaska Wildland Adventures  PO Box 389, Girdwood, AK 99587 Mile 1.8 Alyeska Hwy, Girdwood (907) 783-2928, Fax: (907) 783-2130 Toll Free: (800) 334-8730 info@alaska-wildland.com www.alaskawildland.com/fcvb Since 1977. Wilderness lodges, nature safaris, Kenai fishing, rafting.

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4721 Aircraft Dr, Anchorage, AK 99502 (907) 248-5325, Fax: (907) 248-6391 info@alaskaairmuseum.org www.alaskaairmuseum.org Vintage aircraft, flight sim, theater. Free shuttle from Anchorage Airport.

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509 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501 1304 4th Ave, Seward Small Boat Harbor, Seward (907) 777-2803, Fax: (907) 777-2888 Toll Free: (888) 478-3346 info@kenaifjords.com, www.kenaifjords.com “Alaska’s #1 Wildlife & Glacier Cruise” with daily departures in Seward.

Sightseeing

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Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum

Alaska Veterans Museum

Major Marine Tours

Native Culture

Alaska Native Heritage Center f 8800 Heritage Center Dr, Anchorage, AK 99504 (907) 330-8000, Fax: (907) 330-8030 Toll Free: (800) 315-6608 info@alaskanative.net, www.alaskanative.net Alaska’s premier cultural center with village sites, dancing, art and more.

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9170 Jewel Lake Rd, Ste 203, Anchorage, AK 99502 (907) 274-7300, Fax: (907) 274-5952 Toll Free: (800) 764-7300 info@majormarine.com, www.majormarine.com Wildlife and glacier cruises into Kenai Fjords and Prince William Sound.

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519 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 276-8023, Fax: (907) 265-5890 Toll Free: (800) 544-0529 info@26glaciers.com, www.26glaciers.com See the glaciers and wildlife of Prince William Sound up close! Whittier, AK.

Premier Alaska Tours, Inc.  f 1900 Premier Ct, Anchorage, AK 99502 (907) 279-0001, Fax: (907) 279-0002 Toll Free: (888) 486-8725 laura@tourAlaska.net, www.PremierAlaskaTours.com Statewide escorted & custom tours & charter services available year-round. (see also Fairbanks - Ground/ Public Transportation)

Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises  PO Box 1297, Valdez, AK 99686 112 N Harbor Dr, Valdez (907) 835-4731, Fax: (907) 835-3765 Toll Free: (866) 867-1297 info@stephenscruises.com www.stanstephenscruises.com Discover Prince William Sound from Valdez! See amazing glaciers & wildlife. (see also Fairbanks - Nature/ Wildlife Viewing)

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Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers’ Co-Op  f 604 H St, Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 272-9225, Fax: (907) 258-4225 Toll Free: (888) 360-9665 oomingmak@qiviut.com, www.qiviut.com Qiviut handknits from the Native co-op, hats, scarves, more at www.qiviut.com.

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PO Box 2288, Seward, AK 99664 221 5th Ave, Seward (907) 224-8001, Fax: (907) 224-3112 Toll Free: (800) 440-2444 hotelseward@gci.net, www.hotelsewardalaska.com Charming Alaskan family-operated boutique hotel!

Great food & dog friendly.

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Salmon Berry Tours  f 515 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 278-3572, Fax: (907) 278-3572 Toll Free: (888) 878-3573 reservations@salmonberrytours.com www.salmonberrytours.com Experience Alaska’s aurora, glaciers, wildlife, swim in hot springs, ride a dog sled and more! Let Salmon Berry Tours plan your perfect Alaska holiday! Our friendly, knowledgeable team can get you set up with day tours or customized multi-day packages for your time in Alaska.

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Kennicott Glacier Lodge  PO Box 240567, Anchorage, AK 99524 #15 Millsite, Kennicott (907) 258-2350, Fax: (907) 248-7975 Toll Free: (800) 582-5128 info@kennicottlodge.com www.KennicottLodge.com Premier lodge in Wrangell-St. Elias National Park. Great activities & food.

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7559 N Tongass Hwy, Ketchikan, AK 99901 Toll Free: (800) 642-0066 dot.ask.amhs@alaska.gov, www.FerryAlaska.com See more of Alaska on the Alaska Marine Highway!

1-800-642-0066, FerryAlaska.com

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PO Box 329, Bethel, AK 99559 192 Alex Hately, Bethel (907) 543-2911, Fax: (907) 543-2255 bethelchamber1@alaska.com www.bethelakchamber.org Bethel is rich in Yu’pik culture. Host of K300 dog race and Camai Dance Festival.

Cordova Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center f PO Box 99, Cordova, AK 99574 404 1st St, Cordova (907) 424-7260 visitcordova@ak.net, www.cordovachamber.com Cordova—Alaska’s hidden treasure, intentionally off the beaten path.

The Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce f PO Box 45, Palmer, AK 99645 550 S Alaska St, Ste 101, Palmer (907) 745-2880, Fax: (907) 746-4164 director@palmerchamber.org www.palmerchamber.org GPCC will keep you informed on issues & opportunities in the community.

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201 Sterling Hwy, Homer, AK 99603 (907) 235-7740, Fax: (907) 235-8766 info@homeralaska.org, www.homeralaska.org Visit Homer! At “The End of the Road”...The Adventure Begins!

Seldovia Chamber of Commerce  f PO Drawer F, Seldovia, AK 99663 (907) 234-7612, Fax: (907) 234-7875 president@seldoviachamber.org www.seldoviachamber.org “You otter be here.” A place to make memorable moments with family & friends.

Seward Chamber of Commerce, Conference & Visitors Bureau f PO Box 749, Seward, AK 99664 2001 Seward Hwy, Seward (907) 224-8051, Fax: (907) 224-5353 visitseward@seward.net, www.seward.com Outdoor adventure, culture, scenic wonders.

Seward.com—Alaska starts here!

Travel Agents/ Trip Planners

Transportation Alaska Marine Highway

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Alaska Tour & Travel  PO Box 22-1011, Anchorage, AK 99522 (907) 245-0200, Fax: (907) 245-0400 Toll Free: (800) 208-0200 experts@alaskatravel.com, www.alaskatravel.com We specialize in custom vacations to Alaska’s most spectacular destinations including Fairbanks. Our knowledgeable staff can arrange lodging, activities and transportation. We offer a great value, quality products and a convenient way to plan your Alaska vacation. (see also Denali Neighbors - Travel Agents/Trip Planners, Fairbanks - Travel Agents/Trip Planners)

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600 Barrow St, Ste 200, Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 277-3000, Fax: (907) 272-2532 Toll Free: (866) 317-3325 mytrip@alaskatours.com, www.AlaskaTours.com AlaskaTours.com is your one-stop resource for vacation planning to Alaska.

HAI Shirokuma Tours, LLC  f PO Box 201961, Anchorage, AK 99520 330 E 4th Ave, Ste 204, Anchorage (907) 258-4690, Fax: (907) 258-4691 hai4690@haishirokuma.com www.haishirokuma.com Tours & hotel reservations. Japanese-speaking guides & sales staff available.

John Hall’s Alaska  1127 N Lakeshore Dr, Lake City, MN 55041 3105 Lakeshore Dr, Anchorage Toll Free: (800) 325-2270 info@KissAlaska.com, www.KissAlaska.com Since 1985, John Hall’s Alaska has been the leader in visitor experience to Alaska, the Yukon Territories and on the Alaska Highway. Our all-inclusive approach will provide the best activities, attractions, meals and transportation in a group setting of no more than 42 guests.

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Alaskan Neighbors Visitor Information

Bellingham/Whatcom County Tourism f 904 Potter St, Bellingham, WA 98229 (360) 671-3990, Fax: (360) 647-7873 Toll Free: (800) 487-2032 tourism@bellingham.org, www.bellingham.org AK Marine Hwy’s southernmost port. Friendly & affordable. Free visitor info.

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100 Marine Way, Ste 200, Kodiak, AK 99615 (907) 486-4782, Fax: (907) 486-6545 Toll Free: (800) 789-4782 visit@kodiak.org, www.kodiak.org Kodiak—Alaska’s emerald isle. Brown bear viewing & world class fishing!

Haines Convention & Visitors Bureau f PO Box 530, Haines, AK 99827 122 2nd Ave S, Haines (907) 766-2234, Fax: (907) 766-3155 Toll Free: (800) 458-3579 hcvb@haines.ak.us, www.haines.ak.us Haines—The Adventure Capital of Alaska

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PO Box 389, Dawson City, YT Y0B 1G0 King & Front St, Dawson City (867) 993-5575, Fax: (867) 993-6415 Toll Free: (877) 465-3006 kva@dawson.net, www.dawsoncity.ca Visit Dawson! Home of the Klondike Gold Rush and Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Gambling Hall!

PO Box 1029, Skagway, AK 99840 245 Broadway, Skagway (907) 983-2854, Fax: (907) 983-3854 Toll Free: (888) 762-1898 skagwayinfo@gmail.com, www.skagway.com Everything under the sun! Turn south in Whitehorse.

Ho! For the Klondike.

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7744 E Visitors View Court, Palmer, AK 99645 Mile 35.5 Parks Hwy, Palmer (907) 746-5000, Fax: (907) 746-2688 info@alaskavisit.com, www.alaskavisit.com Visit the Mat-Su Valley! Home of Mt. McKinley, Iditarod Headquarters, Matanuska Glacier and Hatcher Pass.

Stop by our Visitor Center located at Mile 35.5 Parks Hwy, near the junction of the Parks and Glenn Hwys.

Lodging information, hiking trail maps and fishing reports.

PO Box 545, Unalaska, AK 99685 5th and Broadway St, Unalaska (907) 581-2612, Fax: (907) 581-2613 Toll Free: (877) 581-2612 unalaskacvb@gmail.com, www.unalaska.info Adventure awaits you in the heart of the Aleutians.

Come see for yourself!

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Juneau Convention & Visitors Bureau f 800 Glacier Ave, Ste 201, Juneau, AK 99801 (907) 586-2201, Fax: (907) 586-6304 Toll Free: (888) 581-2201 info@traveljuneau.com, www.traveljuneau.com Experience glaciers, wildlife and wilderness in Juneau, Alaska’s capital.

Kenai Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center f 11471 Kenai Spur Hwy, Kenai, AK 99611 (907) 283-1991, Fax: (907) 283-2230 info@visitkenai.com, www.visitkenai.com KENAI…where the RIVER ends and your Kenai Peninsula ADVENTURE begins!

Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council, Inc.  f 35571 Kenai Spur Hwy, Soldotna, AK 99669 (907) 262-5229, Fax: (907) 262-5212 Toll Free: (800) 535-3624 info@kenaipeninsula.org, www.kenaipeninsula.org Your complete Kenai Peninsula planning resource.

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301 Arctic Slope Ave, Ste 350, Anchorage, AK 99518 (907) 275-2107, Fax: (907) 275-2176 allison.hovanec@morris.com, www.themilepost.com Everything a visitor needs to know to explore Alaska!

Alaska Magazine, The MILEPOST, & Where Alaska.

Nome Convention & Visitors Bureau f PO Box 240, Nome, AK 99762 301 Front St, Nome (907) 443-6555, Fax: (907) 443-5832 Toll Free: (800) 478-1901 visit@mynomealaska.com, www.visitnomealaska.com Gold Rush history. 300+ mile road system. Birdwatching. Iditarod finish.

Valdez Convention & Visitors Bureau f PO Box 1603, Valdez, AK 99686 309 Fairbanks St, Valdez (907) 835-INFO, Fax: (907) 835-4845 info@valdezalaska.org, www.valdezalaska.org Even Mother Nature has favorites—see why—visit Valdez. Call/log on for info.

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Sitka Convention & Visitors Bureau f PO Box 1226, Sitka, AK 99835 303 Lincoln St, Ste 4, Sitka (907) 747-5940, Fax: (907) 747-3739 scvb@sitka.org, www.sitka.org Part Russian, part Tlingit, totally beautiful. Contact us for visitor info.

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50 Front Street, Ste 203, Ketchikan, AK 99901 131 Front Street, Ketchikan (907) 225-6166, Fax: (907) 225-4250 Toll Free: (800) 770-3300 info@visit-ketchikan.com, www.visit-ketchikan.com Native culture, sportfishing, wildlife. Free travel guide.

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Alaskan Neighbors PO Box 360, Watson Lake, YT Y0A 1C0 104 Robert Campbell Hwy, Watson Lake (867) 536-7469, Fax: (867) 536-2003 vic.watsonlake@gov.yk.ca, www.travelyukon.com Southeast Yukon—Gateway to adventure & home of the world-famous Sign Post Forest.

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Let Your Adventure Begin in Alaska’s Adventure Corridor Alaska’s adventure corridor, with its rich history and spectacular scenery, stretches from Fairbanks along the Richardson Highway to Valdez and includes mighty rivers, mountains and historic roadhouses. Heading south from Fairbanks, visit with Santa Claus in North Pole, where “the spirit of Christmas lives year ‘round.”

Explore Delta Junction, the official end of the Alaska Highway, and Paxson at the crossroads of the Richardson and Denali highways, with scenic vistas and wildlife sightings.

The Copper River with its worldrenowned salmon and the Gulkana, Delta and Tanana rivers offer scenic recreation with rafting, fishing and jet boat tours. Glaciers are visible from the highway or by flight, kayak tour or cruise.

The Copper River Valley features the towns of Glennallen, Copper Center, Gulkana and Gakona rich with gold rush history and Alaska Native culture. Copper mines were established in the remarkable towns of McCarthy and Kennicott in the 1930s.

The Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve is the nation’s largest, encompassing 13.2 million acres of stunning scenery. Four major mountain ranges and nine of North

America’s sixteen highest peaks can be found within the spectacular park.

The final leg of the corridor ends in Valdez, established by turn-ofthe-century gold prospectors who headed north. Treks on Worthington and Valdez glaciers, Prince William Sound cruises, fishing and outdoor activities are highlights of this incredible trip south.

Mountainous views and ample opportunities for exploring nature are available all along the “adventure corridor.”

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TRAVEL TIPS

In this section of the guide, find travel tips discussing our region’s climate, dress, accommodations, dining and shopping. Then read about Fairbanks’ location, population and current industries. Next, Alaska state and Fairbanks and North Pole city maps are provided.

Lastly, information about transportation to, as well as within, the state is offered.

The city of Fairbanks sits nestled in the Tanana River Valley. The Chena River winds through the center of town and the Alaska Range offers a panoramic view to the south.

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Travel Tips

Dress

Casual, comfortable clothing and shoes are almost always acceptable. Although summer wear includes shorts, short-sleeved shirts and sandals, also plan to pack pants, long-sleeved shirts and a light jacket. Winter gear includes parkas, boots, hats, mittens and snow pants for your outdoor adventures.

Dressing in layers is recommended, regardless of the season, as temperatures can fluctuate throughout the day.

Accommodations

More than 3,000 guest rooms are available year-round in a variety of properties and price ranges. Luxurious hotel suites, rustic log cabins, hostels, downtown inns, scenic bed and breakfasts and wilderness lodges are available. RV parks and campgrounds round out the mix of possibilities for your stay. Reservations are recommended year-round for lodging.

Dining

Fairbanks offers a wide variety of restaurants from elegant cuisine to ethnic dining to Alaskan style home cooking.

There is truly something for everybody.

Many restaurants use local produce, meat and fish in their recipes. You can try reindeer sausage or grilled Alaskan salmon alongside home-grown Yukon gold potatoes and sweet baby carrots.

We guarantee no one will go hungry.

Shopping

Gifts sold in Alaska include necessityand nature-inspired Alaska Native arts and crafts and “Made in Alaska” merchandise created by small local

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businesses. Whether you are looking for that perfect souvenir to remember your journey by, or presents for friends and family, you will find authentic, eye-catching gifts here in the heart of Alaska.

General Information

Fairbanks—Alaska’s “Golden Heart City”—is located in Alaska’s Interior, north of Denali National Park and Preserve and south of the Arctic Circle, bordered by the Alaska Range to the south and the Brooks Range to the north. It is Alaska’s second largest city situated in forested lowland known as the Tanana Valley, which is crisscrossed by the Chena and Tanana rivers.

The cities of Fairbanks and North Pole and the Fairbanks North Star Borough are home to just over 100,000 residents and attract nearly 400,000 visitors annually. The Alaska Highway, trans-Alaska oil pipeline, military bases, mining and the University of Alaska are all integral to Fairbanks’ past and future. Government officials are supportive of economic development and tourism. This, coupled with low taxation, makes Fairbanks an attractive place to do business. The state of Alaska is in the Alaska Standard Time Zone (AST), four hours behind Eastern Standard Time, and makes adjustments for daylight savings time. Major credit cards and travelers checks are widely accepted, and ATMs are readily available for cash withdrawals. US dollars are the currency in Fairbanks.

Fairbanks Industries

Oil, mining and cold weather testing all play a significant role in the Fairbanks economy.

Fairbanks is the midpoint of the 800mile trans-Alaska oil pipeline, which carries crude oil from Prudhoe Bay to

the ice-free port of Valdez. The Dalton Highway, the road driven by ice road truckers, follows the pipeline north from Fairbanks. Visitors can view the pipeline 10 miles north of Fairbanks in Fox. The oil industry has a huge impact on Fairbanks’ economy. Fairbanks has reliably cold temperatures in the winter, which make it an excellent choice for cold-weather testing with its modern airport facilities and services, reasonable costs and convenient access. Gold mining began in Fairbanks over 100 years ago, and it remains an important factor in the local economy today. Fort Knox Gold Mine showed investors worldwide that a large mine could be built and operated in Interior Alaska. Alaskans also mine world-class mineral deposits. Visitors can learn more about Fairbanks’ gold history through a number of local tours, attractions and events.

University of Alaska Fairbanks

The campus is home to the statewide university administration, the Geophysical Institute, the Museum of the North, the Robert G. White Large Animal Research Station and the International Arctic Research Center. Founded in 1917 when UA Museum of the Alaska was still North a territory, UAF is America’s northernmost university offering a wide variety of degrees. The university has over 11,000 students that hail from all over the lower 48 and the world.

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Fairbanks enjoys the summer’s midnight sun and the winter’s northern lights. The Brooks Range to the north keeps the harsh Arctic winds at bay, and the Alaska Range keeps the wet, coastal weather to the south. Expect dry weather, dramatic clouds and blue skies, little wind and warm summers with temperatures up into the high 80s. Winter brings snow from mid-October through March, with temperatures averaging 8°F to –19°F.

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Military Installations

Adjacent to the city is the Army base Fort Wainwright and to the south are Eielson Air Force Base and Clear Air Force Station. These bases are an integral part of Fairbanks’ population and personality. Additionally, retired military are 2,000 strong and make up a significant portion of the area’s population. www.explorefairbanks.com

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There are three communities near Fairbanks. Fox is 15 miles to the northeast on the Steese Highway, the city of North Pole is 16 miles to the southeast off the Richardson Highway and Ester is 13 miles to the west of Fairbanks on the Parks Highway. The roads to Ester and Fox are single lane highways, the road to North Pole, where the spirit of Christmas lives year-round, is a double-lane highway. Popular Chena Hot Springs Road is three miles north of Fairbanks off the Steese Highway.

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Travel Tips Fairbanks is a key player in domestic and international travel and commerce and has some of Alaska’s best weather for flying. As home to over 500 small aircraft, equipped with wheels, floats, skis and fat tires, it is not unusual to see a 737 and a Piper Cub operating at the same time on parallel runways. For pilots, Fairbanks International Airport is 94% VFR and 99.5% diversion-free.

Domestic: Fairbanks is served yearround by Alaska Airlines and seasonally during the summer by American, Delta, and United airlines with direct flights to and from cities in the Lower 48 including Seattle, Portland, Denver, Chicago and more. Each airline that services Fairbanks offers a variety of connecting flights that make getting to Fairbanks easy from anywhere in the United States.

International: Fairbanks is, by far, the smallest US market with non-stop flights to both Europe and Asia. German airline Condor offers once-weekly passenger service during the summer season between Fairbanks and Frankfurt. Japan Airlines and Korean Air operate charter flights from Narita and other airports.

Regional: Several regional air carriers, including Air North, Horizon, Ravn Alaska, Wright and Warbelow’s, provide frequent air service between Fairbanks and numerous Interior Alaska rural communities, Anchorage, other Alaskan communities and Canada.

Rail

The last full-service railroad in the United States, the Alaska Railroad provides daily summer service and limited

winter service between Fairbanks and Anchorage, a magnificent twelve-hour train ride. Summer service includes a stop in Denali.

• The Steese Highway (#6) heads north from Fox towards the White Mountains and the village of Circle, with about one-third of the road paved.

• The Elliott Highway (#2) heads north from Fox to Livengood.

• The Dalton Highway (#11), also known as “the Haul Road,” starts at Livengood. Following the route of the trans-Alaska oil pipeline to Prudhoe Bay, the road is open to the public for 496 miles north of Fairbanks.

Services are available at the Yukon River and Coldfoot. After Coldfoot, the next services are available 244 miles away in Deadhorse. The best time to drive the Dalton is between late May and mid-September.

Ground

To get around town, rental cars, shuttles and taxis are available in addition to the Fairbanks MACS Transit Bus System. Statewide shuttle companies provide daily transportation and charter services throughout Alaska and the Yukon. Cars, trucks, vans and motorhomes can be rented in multiple locations. Gravel road rental cars and campers are available from specific vendors for Dalton and Denali highway travel.

Highways

Alaska offers some of America’s most amazing motoring adventures over a wide variety of terrain. Roads range from two-lane highways to narrow dirt roads, and some stretches have little or no shoulder. Many Interior Alaska roads and highways have uneven surfaces due to the thawing of the ground below the road surface.

Road work happens in the summer, so there may be occasional delays. The highways offering access to and from Fairbanks are: • The Parks Highway (#3) links Fairbanks and Anchorage, a 360-mile or 6 1/2-hour drive in the summer, and goes through Denali National Park.

• The Alaska Highway (#2) is a fully paved highway with services about 50 miles apart and serves as Alaska’s main road artery to the Lower 48.

• The Richardson Highway (#4) is the home stretch of the Alaska Highway leading north to Fairbanks from Delta Junction.

Alaska Vehicle Regulations

Motor vehicle liability insurance is required, seat belts are mandatory, children under seven must ride in a child safety seat and helmets are required for motorcycle passengers. It is unlawful to use only parking lights, day or night, when the vehicle is in motion. It is also illegal to drive while operating visual devices or text while driving.

Canadian Customs and Border Information

All travelers to and from Canada are required to have a passport, a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle registration and proof of liability insurance.

Alaska Highway U.S. border station: (907) 774-2252 Yukon Border Crossing: (867) 667-3943, (867) 667-3944 Canadian Customs at Beaver Creek: (867) 862-7230

Marine

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Transportation Air

The Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) has been operating yearround since 1963. Eleven vessels offer scheduled passenger and vehicle service to 35 communities in Alaska, plus Bellingham, Washington and Prince Rupert, British Columbia. Amenities such as staterooms, food service and observation lounges vary on each ship.

After arriving in Alaska via AMHS it is popular to continue north to Fairbanks and Denali via road or rail.

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Who to Call Find that important phone number.

Fairbanks Visitor Information (907) 456-5774 or (800) 327-5774 Events (recorded local)...............(907) 456-INFO 511 Travel in the Know by phone or web Dial 511 in Alaska Dial 1-866-282-7577 outside Alaska or http://511.Alaska.gov Get road conditions, construction closures, urgent reports, weather, ferry information and other travel advisories Time & Temperature..................................... 844

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Weather Recorded Weather..................(907) 458-3745 Forecast................................. (800) 472-0391 Alaska Public Lands Information Center (Denali Park info)....................(907) 459-3730

Alaska Department of Fish & Game Fishing Hotline........................... (907) 459-7385 Hunting Hotline......................... (907) 459-7206 . or (907) 459-7306 Alaska Marine Highway.................. (800) 642-0066 Customs U.S............................................ (907) 474-0307 Canada...................................... (204) 983-3500 Directory Assistance Local.............................................................411 Statewide.................................. (800) 555-1212 Hospital......................................... (907) 452-8181 Police, Fire & Medical Emergency.....................911 State Troopers............................... (907) 451-5100 Rural emergency........................ (800) 811-0911

Business Index – Know the business name? Find us fast.

Alaska Railroad Vacations, 25, 26, 27, 49, 49 Alaska Salmon Bake & Palace G denotes grid listing on Theatre, 29, 34, 36, 37 pages 39-41 Alaska Skylar Travel LLC, 49, 50 Numbers in italic denote Alaska Tour & Travel, 49, 49 advertisement AlaskaTrain.com, 49, 50 1st Alaska Outdoor School, Alaska Universal Productions, LLC, 25, 27, 31 51 2 Street Gallery, LLC, 33, 34 Alaska Wilderness Enterprises, 7 Gables Inn & Suites, 43, G LLC, 29 9th Ave Hostel, 42, G Alaska-Wildlife-Guide, 26 A Bed & Breakfast Inn on Alaska/Yukon Trails, 49 Minnie Street, 41, 43, G Alaskan Arctic Turtle Tours, 31 A Downtown Log Cabin Alaskan Gold Rush Fine Jewelry, Hideaway, 41, G 33, 34 A Taste of Alaska Lodge, 41, Alaskan Tails of the Trail with 41, 46, G Mary Shields, 26, 26, 28 AAAA Care B&B/Inn, 41, G All Seasons Bed & Breakfast Abbey Archway Inn, 44, G Inn, 42, G Advance Printing Co., Inc., 50 Alpine Lodge, 42, 44, G Adventures North, 25 A&P Tours, Inc., 27 Ah, Rose Marie Downtown Bed Arctic Outfitters, 26, 48 & Breakfast, 41, G Arctic Travelers Gift Shop, 34 AIE, Inc., 27 Arctic Wild, LLC, 26 Air Bed & Breakfast Association Arthritis Foundation, Alaska of Fairbanks, 41, G Office, 50 Airlink Shuttle & Tours, 32, 49 Aurora Balloons & Decorating, Alaska Aerofuel, Inc., 51 47 Alaska Airlines, 47 Aurora Borealis Lodge, 27, 42, 46, G Alaska Auto Rental, 48, 48 Aurora Express Forget-Me-Not, Alaska Cab & King Cab, 49 42, G Alaska Campground Owners Avis Rent A Car, 48, 48 Association, 46, G Ballroom Dance Club of Alaska Feed Company, 34 Fairbanks, Inc., 34 Alaska Fishing and Raft Bear Lodge at Wedgewood Adventures, 25, 29 Resort, Fountainhead Hotels, Alaska Grizzly Lodge, 41, G 44, G Alaska Heritage House, 41, G Bearfoot Travel Guides, 50 Alaska House Art Gallery, 33 Bell’s Alaska Travel Guide, 50 Alaska International Senior Best Western Chena River Games, Inc., 32 Lodge, 44, G Alaska McDonalds, 37 Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Alaska Motorhome Rentals, 48 Inn, 44, G Alaska Northern Lights Tour, Bethel Church, 51 27, 32, 33 Big Ray’s, 34 Alaska.org/The Alaska App, 50 Billie’s Backpackers Hostel, Alaska Outdoor Rentals & 43, G Guides, LLC, 25 Birchwood Homes, 51 Alaska Private Guide Service, 25 Bishop’s Jewelry Gallery of Gold Alaska Public Lands Information & Diamonds, 35 Center, 50

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Black Spruce Dog Sledding, 28 Blue Kennels and Dog Sled Trips, 26, 28 Bobby’s Downtown, 38 Bridgewater Hotel, A Fine Fountainhead Hotel, 44, 45, G Budget Rent A Car, 48 Calypso Farm and Ecology Center, 27 Carlson Center, 47 Catholic Diocese of Fairbanks, 51 Chandalar River Outfitters, 28, 29, 43, G Chatanika Lodge, 46, G Chena Hot Springs Resort, 28, 28, 29, 30, 32, 37, 44, 46, 47, G Chena Lakes Farm, 42, G Christian Motorcyclists Association, 32 Christmas in Ice, Inc., 33 City of North Pole Tourism, 32 Cold Climate Housing Research Center, 27 Congregation Or HaTzafon, 51 Cook & Haugeberg LLC CPAs, 51 The Cookie Jar Restaurant, 37 Co-op Market Grocery & Deli, 36 The Craft Market, 35 Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge, 31 Dale and Jo View Suites, 42, G Dalton Highway Express, 48, 49 Denali Adventures, 42, G Denali State Bank, 51 Denny’s of Alaska, 37 Dollar Rent A Car, 48 Downtown Association of Fairbanks, 32, 35 EcoSeg Alaska, LLC, 27 Executive Events, 47 Explore Fairbanks, 50 Explore Tours, 49 Expressions in Glass, 35 Fairbanks Arts Association, 51 Fairbanks Association of Bed & Breakfasts, 42, G

Fairbanks Bed & Breakfast, 42, G Fairbanks Choral Society, 33 Fairbanks Community Museum, 30 Fairbanks Concert Association, 34 Fairbanks Curling Club, Inc., 32 Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, 51 Fairbanks Downtown Bed and Breakfast, 42, G Fairbanks Drama Association & Fairbanks Children’s Theatre, 34 Fairbanks Economic Development Corporation, 51 Fairbanks Golden Nugget Hotel, 44, G Fairbanks Memorial Hospital & Denali Center, 51 Fairbanks Paddle & Pedal, 27 Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge, 43, 44, 46, G Fairbanks Rollergirls, 34 Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival, 33, 34 Fairbanks Symphony Association, 34 Fairbanks Tennis Association, 32 The Farm Cottage B&B, 42, G Festival Fairbanks, Inc., 32 Festival of Native Arts, 33 First National Bank Alaska, 50 Fjell Blikk Hytte - Mountain Lodge & Knoll House, 47, G The Folk School, 50 Forget-Me-Not Books, 34 Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum at Wedgewood Resort, 30, 30 Fred Meyer, 36 Friends Community Church, 51 Friends of the Tanana Valley Railroad, Inc., 30 The Fudge Pot, 37 Glacier House Hostel, 43, G Glow Putt Alaska Mini Golf, 34 Gold City Brochure Placement Service, 51 Gold Daughters, 29 Gold Dredge 8, 29, 31, 34

Golden North Motel of Fairbanks, LLC, 43, 44, G Golden Umbrella B&B, 42, G GoNorth Alaska Travel Center, 32, 49 GoNorth Car & Camper Rental, 48 Graphic North, Inc., 50 Gray Line of Alaska, 32, 32, 49, 50 The Great Alaskan Bowl Company, 32, 35, 35 Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce, 49 Gulliver’s Books & Second Story Cafe, 34 Gwich’in Steering Committee, 51 Hampton Inn and Suites, 44, 45, G Hilltop Truck Stop, 37 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Fairbanks, Alaska, 43, 45, G Holland America Princess Alaska Tours, 32 HooDoo Brewing Company, 37 Hot Licks Homemade Ice Cream, 37 Hotel North Pole, 45, G Ice Alaska, 34 Ice Museum, 30 If Only...A Fine Store, 35 Interior Alaska Fish Processors, Inc., 35 Interior Graphics & Printing, 50 Iron Dog, Inc., 34 Jackie of All Trades Catering, 47 Journey Christian Church, 51 JP Jones Community Development Center, 47 Just Short of Magic Sled Dog Tours, 28 Kendall of Fairbanks Rent-ACar, 48 KJNP AM/FM/TV, 51 The Knotty Shop, 35 Kohler, Schmitt & Hutchison, P.C., 51 Lady Lee’s Antiques Emporium, 35 Lakeview Enterprises, Inc., 46, G

Landcruiser Dog Sled Tours, 28 Large Animal Research Station UAF, 31, 31 Lavelle’s Bistro, 38 Lemongrass Thai Cuisine, 37, 38 Lizzie’s Nest Bed and Breakfast, 42, G The Lodge at Black Rapids, 46, 58, G Loose Moose Cafe, 37 Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 51 Lunch Cafe & Eatery/Diving Duck, 37 MACS Transit – Fairbanks North Star Borough, 49, 49 Marina Air, Inc./Fly-In Fishing, 29 Mark Knapp Custom Knives at The Cutting Edge, 35 Marshall Arts Design, 36 The Material Girls, 35 May Flower Buffet, 37 McCafferty’s, A Coffee House, Etc., 37 Mecca Bar, 34 Midnight Sun Catering, LLC, 47 Midnight Sun Intertribal Powwow, 33 Miguel’s Authentic Mexican Cuisine, 37 Moose Walk Cabin, 47, G Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center, 30, 36 Mt. McKinley Bank, 50 Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks, 33 North Pole Cabins, 42, G North Star Golf Club, Inc., 32 Northern Alaska Environmental Center, 31 Northern Alaska Tour Company, 26, 27, 28, 29, 29, 32, 33 Northern Lights Council of Dancers, Inc., 33 Northern Moosed RV Park & Campground, 46, G Northern Sky Lodge, 42, G Northland Youth Choir, 34 Northrim Bank - Fairbanks Financial Center, 50 www.explorefairbanks.com

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The Outpost (Last Frontier Harley-Davidson & Trail’s End BMW), 36 Paws for Adventure Sled Dog Tours, 28 Pedro’s Hide-A-Way Bed and Breakfast, 42, G The Pen Guy, 51 PhotoSymphony Productions, 28 Pike’s Landing Restaurant & Lounge, 38 Pike’s Waterfront Lodge, 41, 45, 46, G Pioneer Air Museum, 30 Pioneer Museum & Big Stampede Show, 30 Pioneer Park, Parks and Recreation, Fairbanks North Star Borough, 29, 29 Premier Alaska Tours, Inc., 49 The Pump House Restaurant and Saloon, 37, 38 Raven Landing Center, 47 Raven Spirits, 36 Ravn Alaska, 47, 47 Red Couch, LLC, 37 Regency Fairbanks Hotel, 45, 45, G River City Investments, LLC, 36 Riverbend Log Cabins & Cottage Rentals, 42, G Riverboat Discovery, 31, 32, 33 River’s Edge Resort, 37, 45, 45, G River’s Edge RV Park, 46, 46, G Riverview RV Park, 46, G Ronn Murray Photography and Tours, 28, 51 Running Reindeer Ranch, 27 S Salon and Studio, 50 Sam’s Club, 37 Santa Claus House, 34, 35, 36 Santa’s Senior Center Corporation, Inc., 36 Santa’s-Vagabond Travel, 50 Shogun Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse, 37 Silver Gulch Brewing and Bottling Co., 38 Sirius Sled Dogs, LLC, 28, 29 Sled Dog Adventures, 29

Sophie Station Suites, Fountainhead Hotels, 46, G Sourdough Fuel, 48 SpringHill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks, 46, G St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 51 Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises, 31 Steese Immediate Care, 51 Sternwheeler Tanana Chief, 32 Sunshine Health Foods, 51 Super 8 Motel, 46, G Sven’s Basecamp Hostel, 43, G Tanana Chiefs Conference Cultural Programs, 33 Tanana Valley Campground & RV Park, 46, G Tanana Valley Clinic, 51 Tanana Valley Farmers Market, 36 Tanana Valley State Fair, 34 Tanana Yukon Historical Society, 30 Taylor’s Gold-N-Stones, Inc., 36 Thrifty Car Rental, 48 Trail Breaker Kennel, 29 Trans Arctic Circle Treks, Ltd., 27, 27 Tundra Walker Studio, 33 The Turtle Club, 38 Twigs Alaskan Gifts, 36 University of Alaska Fairbanks, 31, 32, 50 University of Alaska Fairbanks Summer Sessions, 50 University of Alaska Museum of the North, 30, 31 Usibelli Coal Mine, Inc., 51 The Vallata Restaurant, 38 Visions Meeting Experts, 47 Warbelow’s Air Ventures, Inc., 27, 33 Wedgewood Resort, Fountainhead Hotels, 31, 46, G Well Street Art Company, 33 Wells Fargo Bank, 50 Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center, 44, 46, 47, G Wolf Run Restaurant, 38

World Eskimo-Indian Olympics, 33, 33 The Works Creative Catering, LLC, 47 Wright Air Service, Inc., 47 Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race, 29 Yukon Title Company, Inc., 51

Denali Neighbors

G denotes grid listing on page 55 Numbers in italic denote advertisement Adventure Denali, 53 Alaska Denali Travel, 54, G Alaska Railroad Vacations, 53, 56 Alaska Tour & Travel, 56 AlaskaTrain.com, 56 Alpine Creek Lodge, 55, G Denali Air, 54 Denali ATV Adventures, 53, 53 Denali Bluffs Hotel, 54, G Denali Chamber of Commerce, 56 Denali Fly Fishing Guides, LLC, 53 Denali Grizzly Bear Resort, 54, 54, 56, G Denali Jeep Excursions, 53, 53 Denali Outdoor Center, Inc., 53, 53, 54, 56, G Denali Park Hotel, 54, G Denali Park Village, 53, 56, G Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, 56, G Denali Raft Adventures, Inc., 54, 54 Denali Rainbow Village RV Park & Motel, 54, 56, 56, G Denali RV Park and Motel, 54, 56, G Denali Summer Times, 56 Doyon Tourism, Inc., 53, 56, G Era Helicopters, 54 Grande Denali Lodge, 55, G Husky Homestead, 54 Mahay’s Jetboat Adventure, 54

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Motel Nord Haven, 55, G Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, 56, G Park’s Edge, 54, G Talkeetna Air Taxi, 54

Interior Neighbors

G denotes grid listing on page 58 Numbers in italic denote advertisement Arctic Man Ski and Sno-Go Classic, 58 Bettles Lodge & Air Service, 58, G Borealis Bed & Breakfast, 58, G Chicken Gold Camp & Outpost, 58 Circle District Historical Society, 58 Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge, 59, G Copper Valley Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, 59 Delta Chamber of Commerce, 59 Kelly’s Alaska Country Inn, 58, G Manley Hot Springs Cozy Cabin Rentals, 58, G North Pole Community Chamber of Commerce, 59 North Pole Economic Development Corporation, 59 Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge, 59, G

Arctic Neighbors

G denotes grid listing on page 61 Numbers in italic denote advertisement Arctic Circle Trading Post, 35, 61 Arctic Getaway Cabin & Breakfast, 61, G

Bettles Lodge & Air Service, 61, G Brooks Range Aviation, 61 Coldfoot Camp, 61, 61, G Deadhorse Camp, 61, 61, G Nullagvik Hotel, 61, G Yukon River Camp, 61, G

Alaskan Neighbors

G denotes grid listing on page 64 Numbers in italic denote advertisement Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum, 63 Alaska Marine Highway, 64 Alaska Native Directory Magazine—CBG USA Inc., 66 Alaska Native Heritage Center, 63 Alaska Tour & Travel, 64 Alaska Wildland Adventures, 63 Alaska Veterans Museum, 63 AlaskaTours.com, 64 Bellingham/Whatcom County Tourism, 65 Bethel Chamber of Commerce, 64 Cordova Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, 64 Cruise Lines International Association Alaska, 66 Discover Kodiak, 65 The Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce, 64 HAI Shirokuma Tours, LLC, 64 Haines Convention & Visitors Bureau, 65, 65 Homer Chamber of Commerce, 64 Hotel Seward, 63, G John Hall’s Alaska, 64 Journal Graphics Commercial Printers, 66 Juneau Convention & Visitors Bureau, 65 Kenai Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, 65

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Kenai Fjords Tours, 63 Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council, Inc., 65 Kennicott Glacier Lodge, 64, G Ketchikan Visitors Bureau, 65 Klondike Visitors Association, 65 Made In Alaska, 63 Major Marine Tours, 63 Mat-Su Convention & Visitors Bureau, 65, 65 Millennium Alaskan Hotel, 64, 64, G Morris Alaska: Alaska Magazine, The MILEPOST, & Where Alaska, 65 Nome Convention & Visitors Bureau, 65 North of Ordinary Publications, 66 Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers’ Co-Op, 63 Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC, 63 Premier Alaska Tours, Inc., 63 Salmon Berry Tours, 63 Seldovia Chamber of Commerce, 64 Seward Chamber of Commerce, Conference & Visitors Bureau, 64 Sitka Convention & Visitors Bureau, 65 Skagway Convention & Visitors Bureau, 65 Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises, 63, 63 Unalaska/Port of Dutch Harbor CVB, 65 Valdez Convention & Visitors Bureau, 65, 65 Visit Anchorage, 65 Visitor Information Center Watson Lake, 66 Yukon Convention Bureau, 66

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WINTER SEASON

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Fairbanks’ top of the world location makes it one of the best places on earth to see the captivating light of the aurora borealis, view larger-than-life outdoor ice sculptures and experience the exhilarating sport of dog mushing. This surprising trio of events makes the winter season a traveler’s snowy paradise. Not to mention that there are always a multitude of other winter activities, cultural celebrations, art exhibitions and sporting events happening during our exciting winter season. Skiing, ice skating, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ice fishing, curling, tubing and ice hockey abound. Challenge the snow-capped hills or birch-laden trails; mush a team of huskies across the wilderness; behold threeton pieces of ice being turned into works of art. Journey above the Arctic Circle, visit Santa in North Pole or discover the incredible warmth of an Alaska hot spring at the end of an adventure-filled day. Envision a truly memorable winter expedition in this sparkling land of aurora, ice and snow and then come on up and stay awhile.

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Gold Rush Town at Pioneer Park—a collection of historical Fairbanks cabins and buildings—is lit up for the holiday season.

View the Fairbanks Winter Guide online at www. explorefairbanks.com or order a free copy by calling 1-800-327-5774 or (907) 456-5774!

Geoflames, sculpted by Stan Kolonko, Chris Uyehara, Jerry Perun and Wei Sen Liang, Photo by Todd Paris

Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

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