2017 Explore Fairbanks Visitors Guide

© Trevor Gridley

Š Design Pics Inc / Alamy

The vast wilderness and scenic beauty of Interior Alaska is easily accessible from Fairbanks.

Welcome to Fairbanks, Alaska!

Listen to the call of the wild. Dive into pure wilderness, hunt the aurora borealis, bask in the midnight sun. The Fairbanks region is defined by wild places that awaken the spirit and nourish the soul.

As the renowned naturalist John Muir said, “The sun shines not on us but in us. The rivers flow not past, but through us.� Locals embrace the natural world and have created a vibrant river city in the far north. Where else can you travel to such a remote locale and still enjoy all the amenities of a charming downtown, a thriving arts community, rich Alaska Native culture, authentic Alaskan activities and attractions and endless opportunities for exploration?

Fairbanks is surrounded by serious mountain ranges, pristine rivers and lakes, abundant wildlife and a certain poignant solitude that is found nowhere else on earth. Cross the Arctic Circle, shadow remarkable wildlife, revel in the midnight sun, hike the tundra and boreal forests, view spectacular landscapes and linger outside with eyes turned towards the night sky to see the light of the aurora borealis.

Now that you have the guide, scan here with your smart phone for a video with even more inspiration for your trip to Fairbanks!

Cover: Fairbanks offers dramatic seasonal skyscapes, from the aurora borealis and midnight sun to lingering sunrises and sunsets, like this one over a field of fireweed just outside of town.

1

Greetings from the Mayors

Jeremy Parker

FNSB

Karl W. Kassel, Mayor Fairbanks North Star Borough

City of North Pole

On behalf of the City of Fairbanks, the City of North Pole and the Fairbanks North Star Borough, we welcome you and invite you to the land of the midnight sun and the aurora borealis. Discover the delightful character of our communities and enjoy rich stories of our gold rush history and Alaska Native heritage. Explore the flourishing locally owned shops, restaurants, museums, art galleries and other attractions that offer everything from Alaska grown food to original artworks to handcrafted gifts. Let our warm and friendly people show you why Fairbanks is known as the “Golden Heart City of Alaska” and why North Pole’s motto is “Where the spirit of Christmas lives year round!” We invite you to come and visit the Fairbanks region and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Jim Matherly, Mayor City of Fairbanks

Bryce Ward, Mayor City of North Pole

Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center

© State of Alaska/Michael DeYoung

Make this your first stop in Fairbanks. Not only beautiful but informative, the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center in downtown Fairbanks has brochures, maps, free WiFi and telephone, daily lodging availability, and local walking and driving tours. Serving as the regional visitor facility, the 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 Alaska Native cultural programs and artisans’ workshop, a planning area for outdoor excursions 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.

2

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 12 • 8am-5pm May 13 – Sept. 17 • 8am-9pm Sept. 18 – Dec. 31 • 8am-5pm Closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day

Pioneer Park 2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks at the park entrance Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend Open 7 days a week seasonally • Noon-8pm Visitor information Also located at the Fairbanks International Airport and the Alaska Railroad Depot

For More Information Toll-free 1-800-327-5774 to leave a voice message requesting information or a free Winter Guide (907) 456-5774 for travel information (907) 456-INFO (4636) for events hotline www.explorefairbanks.com info@explorefairbanks.com

Table of Contents FEATURES 4 Fairbanks 6 Denali 8 Aurora Season 10 Midnight Sun 12 Basecamp 14 Gold Rush History 16 Alaska Native Culture 18 Arts & Entertainment

6

76 Winter Season

EXTRAS 20 Calendar of Events 59 Golden Heart Greeters

8

16

10

67 Travel Tips 69 Mapping It Out 74 Who To Call 74 Business Index 75 ExploreFairbanks.com

12

BONUS FEATURES Look for these icons throughout the guide.

Fairbanks Crafted Fairbanks crafted distilleries, farmers markets and more.

Golden Heart Alaskans Find out what local residents love most.

Tanana Notes Explore the outdoors.

REGIONAL SECTIONS

24 Explore Fairbanks

52 Denali Neighbors

57 Interior Neighbors

60 Arctic Neighbors

63 Alaskan Neighbors

3

Š Design Pics Inc / Alamy

4

Golden Heart Plaza in downtown Fairbanks is a favorite gathering place for locals and visitors.

Fairbanks Take a deep breath and explore Fairbanks! With the midnight summer sun shining nearly 24 hours a day, Fairbanks is 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, cultural activities and historic sites. August 21 through April 21, during the aurora season in Fairbanks, you have a great chance to see the shimmering light of the aurora borealis.

A host of other fascinating activities and events await you 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.

Golden Heart Plaza named one of the“Great Places in America” “The original objective in building Golden Heart Plaza was to create a focal point of interest for Fairbanks, to construct a symbol of historical significance to remain as a statement of pride in the place where we live. At its center stands the statue by Malcolm Alexander of the ‘Unknown First Family,’ a monument to the unwavering spirit of the families past, present and future who endure in this great land with pride and dignity,” said Julie Jones, Executive Director of Festival Fairbanks.

Since launching the “Great Places in America” program in 2007, American Planning Association has recognized 260 neighborhoods, streets and public spaces around the country. Places are selected annually and represent the gold standard in terms of having a true sense of place, cultural and historical interest, community involvement, and a vision for the future.

5

Š Patrick Endres/AlaskaPhotoGraphics.com

6

Denali with sunrise alpenglow is reflected in Wonder Lake as morning fog settles in.

Denali

JR Anch

A born-and-raised Southeast girl, I hopped a ferry from Juneau to Haines and drove up the Alaska Highway in 1992. With Denali National Park in the front yard and the Arctic Circle right in the back, Fairbanks ended up being the perfect place to let my hair down and settle down. I’ve been lucky enough to visit Denali National Park numerous times, including once as a newspaper reporter, following a former US Interior Secretary on his very first visit to Alaska. He was awestruck, as most of us are on our first visit. I never tire of seeing moose, wolves, bears and, of course, the mountain itself. Denali is truly the Great One.

Kate Ripley, Alumni Director

eta

Rising 20,310 feet (6,190 meters) into the sky, Denali is North America’s highest peak. The superstar of the Alaska Range, Denali means “the Great One” or “High One” in the Athabascan language.

Journey into Alaska’s Interior and stand in awe of the grand mountain. 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.

7

© Sean Kurdziolek Photography

8

Quick Tips for Photographing the Northern Lights • 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 five 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.

During aurora season the northern lights are visible an average of four out of five nights when the sky is clear and dark.

Aurora Season Fairbanks is simply one of the best places on earth to see the aurora borealis. During Aurora Season, August 21 to April 21, people from all over the world come to Fairbanks because of its position under the “Auroral Oval”—a ring-shaped zone over the far north where aurora activity is concentrated. Fairbanks’ location under the oval offers outstanding aurora viewing opportunities. Additionally, low precipitation in Fairbanks contributes to consistently clear nights, which also increases the likelihood for aurora viewing.

There are many different ways you can hunt for the aurora. You can drive to a nearby vantage point and wait for them to appear or sign up for a tour with an experienced aurora hunter or photographer. You can view them from a heated “aurorium” cabin or lodge, see them on a dog sled adventure, on a snow cat tour or even on a flight above the Arctic Circle. Ask your accommodation’s front desk if they offer a wake-up call when the northern lights are out. No guarantees, but the longer you’re here, the better your chances of seeing a great light show.

When aurora hunting in the Fairbanks region, keep in mind that intensity varies, with the best displays from late evening to early morning hours. If you stay a minimum of three nights and are actively out during the evening and early morning hours, your chances of seeing the aurora is more than 90%.

Once you’ve spotted the aurora, stop by the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center for your personalized Aurora Certificate.

Myth busting: A full moon does not obscure the light of the aurora. In fact, the full moon often enhances the contrast between the scenery, the snow and the aurora.

Since any auroral activity, even at the lowest level, is visible from Fairbanks, observing is not affected by the solar cycle.

9

Š UAF Photo by Todd Paris

10

Visitors enjoy an evening performance by local musicians in a botanical garden under the midnight sun.

Midnight Sun

Charles M

During the summer it is difficult to determine where day ends and night begins. The space between, or the midnight sun, is without darkness, and with that comes an abundance of advantages. Construction crews work 24/7 shifts, gardens produce mutant-size vegetables and solar panels charge fuel cells round the clock. My family thrives in the space between, spending our time outdoors until absolute fatigue settles in. We golf, swim, wash cars, do yard work, paddle board in the neighborhood lake and anything else inspired by the midnight sun. Most of our lasting family memories are created under the midnight sun.

Bill Bailey, Communications Manager

ason

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. The sun energizes people to be 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. In other words, because the sun never goes down far enough, there are 70 straight days of sunshine, from the middle of May to the end of July, when Fairbanks doesn’t experience darkness, just brief twilight. From spring to summer solstice, Fairbanks receives more daylight than the “Lower 48.” 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.

11

Š Patrick Endres/AlaskaPhotoGraphics.com

12

Seasonal polar bear tours are a great way to see these majestic Arctic animals, like this one near Kaktovik, Alaska.

Basecamp

” Jense

Christia n “Just

When I left Panama for an extended visit to Fairbanks in 1988, I didn’t know Alaska was going to steal my heart. This is truly stunning and pristine country. The midnight sun, the northern lights, the unspoiled landscape and wildlife all enthrall me. I was lucky to work for the National Park Service overseeing Gates of the Arctic National Park and Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve. Traveling to these unimaginable places, I realized how much I love Alaska and how passionate I feel about the mission of the Park Service. I think making Alaska home was my destiny. I didn’t choose Alaska, Alaska chose me.

Doris Lenahan, Administrator

n

Trips of a lifetime are easily within reach from Fairbanks, located in the “Golden Heart” of Alaska. Make Fairbanks your basecamp to explore the vast Interior and Far North. Denali National Park is just two hours away; the Arctic Circle and Yukon River are an accessible four- to fivehour drive; villages without road access, refuges and parks are just a short flight away.

Singular places in the Interior and Arctic like Barrow, Nome, Fort Yukon, Beaver, Bettles, Anaktuvuk Pass and Coldfoot are all within reach. Listen to the call of the wild, see caribou migrations, take a late-summer polar bear tour, 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 our people guide you through these vast and beautiful lands.

13

Š Ken Graham/Accent Alaska

14

Experienced local gold miners teach gold panning techniques and will help you find your own golden treasure.

Gold Rush History

Dr. Vla dimir S hpik

Over time, the Fairbanks mining district became Alaska’s largest producer of gold, earning it the title “America’s Klondike.”

15.4 million ounces of gold, or about one third of all the gold recovered in Alaska, was won from mineral deposits within 25 miles of Fairbanks.

Beginning in the 1920s, the renowned USSR&M Company built a fleet of eight bucketline stacker dredges to mine the Fairbanks area.

From 1928 to 1965, the USSR&M Company dredges produced 4.2 million ounces of gold, about equal to that won earlier by gold rush era miners.

erman

In 1902, that proverbial pot of gold was found in Fairbanks by Italian immigrant Felix Pedro. The gold strike prompted Captain E.T. Barnette to build 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 funfilled 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.”

Large-scale mining development resumed with the startup of the Fort Knox mine in 1996, and through the end of 2016, more than 6 million ounces of gold has been produced there by mine operator Kinross Gold Corporation. Smaller-scale gold miners still mine gold in the area.

Tom Bundtzen, Alaskan Geologist and Mine Historian

15

Š Design Pics Inc / Alamy

16

Athabascans and other Alaska Natives call Fairbanks home and are eager to share their culture and traditions with you.

Alaska Native Culture

Nadine C

I am Gwichyaa Zhee Gwich’in Athabascan. My family is originally from Fort Yukon, Alaska, but I was raised in Fairbanks. I am a first generation college graduate and have spent my career working for Alaska Native organizations geared towards making a positive impact on Alaska Native and American Indian peoples. I am proud of my culture and where I come from. I feel lucky to know where my roots come from and still practice cultural traditions and values.

Lessa Peter, Communications Specialist

arroll

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.

17

Finders Keepers Sculpted by Heather Brice and Aaric Kendall. Photo by: Š Patrick Endres/AlaskaPhotoGraphics.com

18

Beautiful and highly detailed ice sculptures can be seen throughout Fairbanks and North Pole during the winter months.

Arts & Entertainment

re Fairb e/Explo Sherma n Hogu

I’m a lifelong resident simply because of the opportunities for artistic expression found nowhere else. The Fairbanks community is a diverse and abundant source of art in any form.

Whether produced internally or influenced by visiting artists, our local arts culture is one of inclusiveness and cooperation. Visitors and residents alike can find their most concentrated niche or indulge in popular genres. Accessibility is a common theme and participation from all walks of life is what gives our performances and fine art a uniquely Alaskan identity. Art is our way of connecting the beauty of our region with the warmth of the people who live here.

Bill Wright, Non-profit Director

anks

Inspired by the all-encompassing natural world, artists find the Fairbanks region a wellspring for creativity. Local artists are captivated by the wilderness surrounding Fairbanks, creating brilliant works of nature-inspired art. Galleries, exhibits, studios, murals and more display art of all kinds—painting, ceramics, mask making, found art, sculpture, photography and more. Premier concerts and symphonies showcase prominent performers and concertmasters. Study-performance festivals attract instructors and students from around the world. Noted authors, illustrators and composers call Fairbanks home. Ballroom, ethnic and swing dance clubs welcome visitors. Acclaimed dramatic artists present professionally executed 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 joyfully sets the stage for a wide variety of classic and contemporary art, theater and music events and exhibitions year-round. Nature’s omnipresence has a profound impact on people here, and artists are no exception.

19

© Todd Paris

2017 Calendar of Events

Year-Round

January

Local and internationally renowned talent can be seen throughout the year. See page 35 for more information about the performing arts scene.

Christmas-themed ice sculptures, Elf’s Icy Playground and many special events throughout December in North Pole. (907) 590-2522, www.christmasinice.org

Music & Theater Performances

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 Enjoy a guided walk on the refuge trail at Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge each Thursday at noon or by appointment. (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) 4574435, www.nscfairbanks.org

Dec–Mar Sled Dog Events & Races

Skijoring, 1- to 8-dog and open classes at the Jeff Studdert Race Grounds on Farmers Loop Road. (907) 457-MUSH, www.sleddog.org or www.juniordog mushers.com

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 other markets around town throughout the week.

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

20

1–8 Christmas In Ice

28 University of Alaska Museum of the North

Open House A free behind-the-scenes look at the labs where discoveries are made in the science, culture, health and environment of Alaska. (907) 474-7505, www.uaf.edu/museum

28 Winter Animal Track Walk

Enjoy a guided walk on the refuge trail at Creamer’s Field to find tracks and learn about Interior Alaska’s winter animals. (907) 452-5162, www.creamersfield.org

February 4

Yukon Quest International Sled Dog Race

1,000-mile (1,600 km) sled dog race from Whitehorse, YT, Canada, to Fairbanks. (907) 452-7954, www.yukonquest.com

10–19 Hockey Week in Fairbanks

An annual week-long celebration of family, friends and hockey. (907) 452-6857, www.facebook.com/ HockeyWeekInFairbanks

11 Winter Folk Fest

Fairbanks Folk Festival at Pioneer Park, (907) 4591087, www.pioneerpark.us; www.alaskasbest.com/ fairbanksfolkfest

18 Chinese New Year Celebration

Chinese dinner, song and dance performances at the UAF Wood Center Ballroom, 5:30-9pm. (907) 4740928, rjkan@alaska.edu

18 Fun Run

Dog sled races and fun for mushers ages 2-18 at Morning Star Park in North Pole. www.juniordog mushers.com

18–19 Midnight Sun Gold Run Sled Dog Races Mushers compete in skijoring, 6- and 10-dog classes at Jeff Studdert Race Grounds on Farmers Loop Road.

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

18–25 Iron Dog

Longest, toughest snowmobile race in the world. From Big Lake to Nome and finishing in Fairbanks. (907) 563-4414, www.irondog.org

20–Mar 26 BP World Ice Art Championships

International ice sculpting competition with 180+ sculptures plus a kids park made entirely of ice. (907) 451-8250, www.icealaska.com

23, 25–26 and Mar 4–5 Farthest North Jewish Film Festival

International, classic and feature films sponsored by the Congregation Or HaTzafon. (907) 456-1002, www.facebook.com/Farthest-North-Jewish-FilmFestival

24 Motown Cabaret Fundraiser

Live music and dancing to Motown favorites to benefit Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival. (907) 474-8869, www.fsaf.org

25–26 Denali Winterfest

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the park’s establishment! Winter fun and activities for the entire family in Denali. (907) 683-9532 or (907) 683-6387, www.nps. gov/dena/planyourvisit/winterfest.htm

25–26 Tired Iron

Older model snowmachine races and fun for the entire family downtown on the Chena River. (907) 452-8602, www.fairbankstirediron.org

March

1–26 BP World Ice Art Championships Continued from February 20 International ice sculpting competition with 180+ sculptures plus a kids park made entirely of ice. (907) 451-8250, www.icealaska.com

2–4 Festival of Native Arts

Celebrate Native culture with song and dance, arts and crafts. (907) 474-6889, fna.community.uaf.edu

2–4 Junior North American Championship Sled Dog Race

Dog mushing championship for mushers ages 2-18, at Morning Star Park in North Pole. www.juniordog mushers.com

2–5 North Pole Championship Sled Dog Races 2-dog skijor, 4-, 6- and 10-dog races in North Pole.

(907) 978-2282 or (907) 378-7797 www.northpole championships.com

Raising of the Tripod on the Tanana River and entertainment for the entire family in Nenana. (907) 832-5446, www.nenanaakiceclassic.com

4–5 Farthest North Jewish Film Festival Continued from February 23 International, classic and feature films sponsored by the Congregation Or HaTzafon. (907) 456-1002, www.facebook.com/Farthest-North-Jewish-FilmFestival

4–11 Men’s & Women’s Curling Club Nationals

National curling tournament with 20 teams from all over the USA at the Fairbanks Curling Club. Heated spectator area. (907) 452-CURL, www.curlfairbanks.org.

5

Night Sky and Star Viewing

Star gaze through telescopes set up by the Fairbanks Astronomical Unit at Creamer’s Field. (907) 452-5162, www.creamersfield.org

10–12 Limited North American Championship Sled Dog Race

25 Sonot Kkaazoot

50km, 40km and 20km cross country ski races starting and finishing on the Chena River. www.nscfairbanks.org

27, 29, 31 and April 2 USSA Distance National Championships Super Tour Finals—skiathlon, sprint/free, mixed relay and 30Km/50Km mass/free races. www.nscfairbanks.org

30–April 1 International Curling Bonspiel

Competitive men’s and women’s divisions and prizes.

Commemorative pins, shirts and souvenirs. Heated spectator area. (907) 452-CURL, www.curlfairbanks.org

April 1

Mush for Kids

Free dog sled rides for children plus indoor activities, food, fun and games at Pioneer Park. (907) 459-1087, www.pioneerpark.us; www.alaskachildrenstrust.org

1

Owl Program

Mushers compete in skijoring, 4-, 6- and 8-dog classes at Jeff Studdert Race Grounds at the Mushers Hall on Farmers Loop Road. (907) 457-MUSH, www.sleddog.org

Meet live owls and enjoy kids’ crafts, artifacts and presentations at the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center. (907) 452-5162, www.creamersfield.org

17–19 Open North American Championship Sled Dog Race

High-speed race with snowmobile pulling a skier between two courses. (907) 456-2626, www.arcticman.com

Three days of sprint races with unlimited dogs—the oldest annual sled dog race in the world. Start and finish in downtown Fairbanks. (907) 457-MUSH, www.sleddog.org

17–19 Fur Auction

Hosted by Alaska Trappers Association during the Open North American Sled Dog Races in downtown Fairbanks.

(907) 457-1774, www.alaskatrappers.org

19 Parka Parade

Showcasing beautiful, hand-made summer and winter parkas after the Open North American Sled Dog Races in downtown Fairbanks. (907) 456-6485, www.fairbanksarts.org

19 Skiathon

Classic technique cross country ski event on the West Ridge trail system at the University of Alaska Fairbanks. www.nscfairbanks.org

5–9 Arctic Man Ski & Sno-Go Classic

15 Beat Beethoven 5K Race

Annual springtime fundraiser for Fairbanks Symphony Orchestra. (907) 474-5733, www.fairbanks symphony.org

Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

29 Spring Migration Celebration

Celebrate the return of the birds to Fairbanks! Nature walks, crafts, outdoor information, bird viewing at Creamer’s Field Farmhouse Visitors Center, noon–4pm.

(907) 452-5162, www.creamersfield.org

May 6

Chena River Run

First 5K of the season benefiting local projects, family fun run on a flat course, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Fairbanks. www.facebook.com/ChenaRiverRun; www.fairbanksrotary.org

12 Alaska Visitor Industry’s Walk for Charity Feast on fabulous food while raising funds for local charities on this fun 3K graze. (907) 459-3758, www.alaskacharitywalk.org

27 Pioneer Park Opening Day

Events, activities and fun for the whole family at Pioneer Park. (907) 459-1087, www.pioneerpark.us

29 Memorial Day

Memorial Day ceremony and observance at Pioneer Park. (907) 459-1087, www.pioneerpark.us

June

10 Denali Summerfest

Free events including musical performances, food, children’s activities and more. Learn more about Denali’s Centennial events at go.nps.gov/Denali100

17 Midnight Sun Run

10K run under the midnight sun—walkers and costumes, too! (907) 452-6046, www.midnightsunrun.us

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. Take the two-mile river walk along the Chena 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.

Sherman Hogue/ Explore Fairbanks

4–5 Nenana Ice Classic Tripod Days

Bob Wilkinson

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.

21

June – continued

17-18 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

18 Wild Arts Walk

Stroll among artists and musicians as they demonstrate their skills and display their work at Creamer’s Field, noon-4pm. (907) 452-5162, www.creamersfield.org

18 Midnight Sun Festival

Alaska’s largest single-day event with live entertainment, great food and more in downtown Fairbanks!

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

21 Midnight Sun Baseball Game

Starting at 10:30pm under the midnight sun with no artificial lights needed. (907) 451-0095, www.goldpanners.com

July 4

July 4th Celebration at Pioneer Park

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

4

North Pole Community 4th of July Celebration

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

7–9 Midnight Sun Intertribal Powwow

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

(907) 456-2245, www.midnightsunintertribal powwow.com

16–30 Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival

Workshops ranging from two hours to two weeks long in all art forms and skill levels for adults. (907) 4748869, www.fsaf.org

19–22 World Eskimo-Indian Olympics

23 Creamer’s Dairy History Day

Learn the history of the Creamer’s Dairy, Creamer family and dairy farm life. (907) 452-5162, www.creamersfield.org

August

4–13 Tanana Valley State Fair

Featuring Alaska’s largest produce, grown under the midnight sun! Plus exhibits, rides, craft vendors, entertainment and great food! (907) 452-3750, www.tananavalleyfair.org

11–20 Alaska International Senior Games

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

20 Renewable Energy Fair

Free day of energy workshops, guest speakers, free lunch and free kids activities at Chena Hot Springs Resort. (907) 488-1505, www.chenahotsprings.com

25–27 Tanana Valley Sandhill Crane Festival

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

September

16 Equinox Marathon

26-mile marathon through rugged terrain and featuring views of Denali. (907) 347-1061, www.equinoxmarathon.org

23 Potato Festival Fairbanks

Local chefs prepare a magnificent, six-course meal featuring locally grown potatoes. (907) 456-1984, www.festivalfairbanks.org

October

21 Fairbanks International Friendship Day

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

Enjoy the cultural diversity of Fairbanks through ethnic song and dance, cultural displays and ethnic foods; noon–5pm, Pioneer Park Civic Center. (907) 474-0928, rjkan@alaska.edu

19–23 Golden Days

28 Halloween Trick or Treat Town

Celebrating Fairbanks’ gold rush history with a parade, comedy night, street fair, BBQ cook-off, historic reenactments, rubber duckie race and more! (907) 452-1105, www.fairbankschamber.org/golden-days

22

Alaska’s largest Halloween event—whimsical, family friendly and “spook-tacular” at Pioneer Park. (907) 459-1087, www.pioneerpark.us; www.halloweentrick ortreattown.com

Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

Small town, big events

28 Creepy Critters

Enjoy kids crafts and activities and learn about creatures thought to be “creepy” at Creamer’s Field Farmhouse Visitors Center. (907) 452-5162, www.creamersfield.org

31 Halloween at the Museum

See bones and bugs, bats and birds in the museum’s haunted research labs, 4-7pm. Admission is free with a donation for the Fairbanks Community Food Bank. (907) 474-7505, www.uaf.edu/museum

November

4–5 University Women’s Association Holiday Bazaar Highlighting local arts and crafts at the Pioneer Park Civic Center. (907) 459-1087, www.pioneerpark.us; www.facebook.com/UAF.UWA

8–11 Athabascan Fiddlers Festival

Alaska Native musicians gather in Fairbanks annually for a musical celebration. (907) 388-5651, www.facebook.com/The-Athabascan-FiddlersAssociation-342325469003/

18 Thanksgiving for the Birds

Make bird feeders and learn about winter birds and how to feed them at Creamer’s Field Farmhouse Visitors Center, noon–4pm. (907) 452-5162, www.creamers field.org

24–25 Holiday Bazaar

Shop holiday gifts and souvenirs including locally made arts, crafts and food products at the Pioneer Park Civic Center. (907) 459-1087, www.pioneerpark.us

24–26 Rookie Spiel

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

25–Jan 9 Christmas in Ice

A magical event in North Pole with Christmas-themed ice sculptures by local and international sculptors and a kids park made of snow and ice. (907) 590-2522, www.christmasinice.org

2017 Celebrations

Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

In 2017 there is good reason to celebrate. The State of Alaska, the University of Alaska, the Alaska Highway, the Fairbanks North Star Borough’s Pioneer Park and the Fairbanks Arts Association are all marking significant milestones in time.

December

1–3 North Pole Winter Festival

Fireworks, holiday bazaar, tree- and candle-lighting ceremonies, caroling and crowning of the North Pole King and Queen. (907) 488-2281, www.northpole alaska.com

1–Jan 9 Christmas In Ice Continued from November 25 A magical event in North Pole with Christmas-themed ice sculptures by local and international sculptors and a kids park made of snow and ice. (907) 590-2522, www.christmasinice.org

2

Light up the Season Luminary Trail & Open House

Celebrate the Christmas season with caroling and a walk down the Creamer’s Field luminary trail, 6-8pm.

(907) 452-5162, www.creamersfield.org

9 Sing-It-Yourself-Messiah

Sing along with Fairbanks Choral Society to Handel’s Messiah. 3pm at First Presbyterian Church.

(907) 456-1144

9, 16 and 23 Holiday Drop in Ornament Making

Make beautiful ornaments from natural materials at Creamer’s Field Farmhouse Visitors Center. (907) 4525162, www.creamersfield.org

15–16 Christmas Party for Children

Party on the 15th for children with disabilities. Gift and free buffet for every child. Santa arrives at 6:30pm each night at Chatanika Lodge. (907) 389-2164

23 Celebration of Lights Fireworks

Celebrate the sun’s slow return with fireworks launched from the Chena River downtown. (907) 452-8671, www.downtownfairbanks.com

31 New Year’s Eve Sparktacular

Brilliant fireworks launched from UAF’s West Ridge at 8pm, sponsored by community businesses.

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.

Alaska’s Sesquicentennial – 150 Year Commemoration

Native Culture, Russian Heritage, Americans, Coming Together 2017 is a historic year for Alaska as it marks the 150th anniversary of the transfer of Alaska from Russia to the United States. In 1867, under the leadership of US Secretary of State William H. Seward, Russia and the United States signed the Treaty of Cession, agreeing to the sale of vast Alaskan lands for $7 million dollars. It was thought by many that Alaska was a frozen wasteland and the purchase became known as “Seward’s Folly” or “Seward’s Icebox.”

The University of Alaska Celebrates 100 Years

“Naturally inspiring” and always engaging, the University of Alaska Fairbanks has planned a variety of events both remembering the past and ushering in a new century. Students, now numbering over 10,000 strong, enjoy a wide spectrum of classes, majors and research opportunities at UAF, America’s Arctic University. The cornerstone, wrought in 1917 to symbolize the establishment of the institution, has been replicated by the University of Alaska Museum of the North and placed in its original location. In addition to the museum, visitors can enjoy other UAF attractions like the Georgeson Botanical Garden and Large Animal Research Station.

The Alaska Highway Turns 75

The glorious Alaska Highway, synonymous with adventure, is celebrating its 75th birthday in 2017. Expedited by the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, construction began on the Alaska Highway in March of 1942 at Mile “0” in Dawson Creek. Rambling through some of the toughest, most remote terrain on the planet, the road ended in Delta Junction a mere eight months later. The original road was 1,680 miles, but upgrades over the years have reduced the length to 1,390. The Alaska Highway, continuing to the Richardson Highway to Fairbanks, still offers a most beautiful and scenic journey.

Pioneer Park and the Fairbanks Arts Association Celebrate 50 Years

Pioneer Park’s 44-acre historically themed park and the vibrant Fairbanks Arts Association (FAA), based inside Pioneer Park, are both celebrating 50 years. Promoting excellence in contemporary and traditional arts in Alaska’s Interior, the FAA’s Bear Gallery is located in the Alaska Centennial Center for the Arts in Pioneer Park and is open year-round. Fairbanks North Star Borough’s Pioneer Park offers a wide array of family- and visitorfriendly activities showcasing Fairbanks history through a bounty of museums and outdoor recreational areas. Historic log cabins that were moved to the park turn into summertime shops and eateries.

23

Explore Fairbanks 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 an authentic Alaskan style.

© Design Pics Inc / Alamy

Area covered in this section

24

Soak up the sun on the deck of a local restaurant and watch a sternwheeler pass by on the Chena River.

Explore Fairbanks INDEX Activities, Attractions & Tours Adventure/Ecotours 25 Aurora Viewing 27 Dog Mushing 28 Family Fun 29 Fishing/River Excursions 29 Flightseeing/Aviation 30 Gold/Frontier History 30 Hot Springs 30 Museums 30 Nature/Wildlife Viewing 31 Sightseeing 32 Spectator Sports 33 Sports/Activities Rentals 33 Winter Activities 34

Shopping Bookstores/Maps 35 Clothing/Sporting Goods 35 Gift Shops/Specialty Goods 35 Large Retailers 37

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

47 47 48 48

Food & Drink 37 Coffee & Sweets Breweries, Distilleries & Bars 37 Casual Dining 37 Fine Dining 38 International Dining 38 Groceries 38

Trip Planning Travel Agents/Trip Planners Visitor Information

49 49

Accommodations Accommodations At-a-Glance 39 Bed & Breakfasts 41 Cabins 42 Hostels 42 Hotels/Motels 43 Lodges 45 Campgrounds/RV Parks 46 Vacation Rentals 46

Arts, Culture & Entertainment Alaska Native Culture 34 34 Art Galleries/Exhibits Classes/Lectures 35 Dance Classes/Groups 35 Festivals 35 Performing Arts & Shows 35

Meeting & Event Planning Catering 46 Event Facilities 46 Event Planners 47 Audio/Visual Production 47

Activities, Attractions & Tours Adventure/Ecotours 1st Alaska Tours  f

PO Box 84529, Fairbanks, AK 99708 2240 Hanson Rd, Fairbanks (907) 590-5900 info@1stalaskatours.com, www.1stalaskatours.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)

A+ Dog Sled Excursions & Tours f 724 21st Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 328-8982 sleddogexcursions@gmail.com www.dogsledexcursions.com Looking for Alaska? Our personalized excursions will take you there!

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.

Services — Visitors Banks/ATMs 50 Copying/Printing 50 Medical/Health 50 Pet Care 50 Places of Worship 50 Real Estate 51 Services — Business & Education Associations 51 Education 51 Financial Services 51 Industry/Economic Development 51 Marketing/Promotions 51 Media 51

Alaska Affordable Tours & Taxi  f

Alaska Railroad

1210 Denali Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 987-5546 bradley@alaskaaffordabletours.com Affordable scenic trips to Denali (M/W/F) & Chena Hot Springs (T/TH/Sa). (see also Ground/Public Transportation)

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 Denali? 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)

Alaska Fishing and Raft Adventures  f PO Box 74622, Fairbanks, AK 99707 348 Well St, Fairbanks (907) 699-7455 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)

Alaska Private Guide Service  f 299 Alvin St, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 457-8318 apgs@gci.net, www.apgs.com Fairbanks Adventures. Summer trips include river and lake fishing, private jet boat tours, 1-5 day black bear hunts (May-June). Winter trips include snowmobile tours on the wildlife refuge for 1-2 hours, ice fishing, aurora sno go tours—visit www.fairbankssnowmobile tours.com.

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

Alaska Railroad

f

f

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)

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, aurora viewing & statewide tours.

25 25

Explore Fairbanks Alaskan Tails of the Trail with Mary Shields f PO Box 80961, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 455-6469, Fax: (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)

FREIGHT

I

L R O

|

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.

REAL ESTATE

A

D

© Glenn Aronwits

R A

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 Aurora Viewing, Dog Mushing)

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.

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. |

Blue Kennels and Dog Sled Trips f

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).

Arctic Wild, LLC 

Alaska-Wildlife-Guide  f

PASSENGER

Arctic Outfitters  f

YOUR TICKET TO DENALI IN A DAY. ROUND-TRIP FROM FAIRBANKS. Daily summer service BE MOVED.

•

Glass dome ceilings

AlaskaRailroad.com

•

Full-service dining

•

Alaskan tour guides

800.544.0552

Circle 1 on Reader Response Card

26

Circle 2 on Reader Response Card

Circle 2 on Reader Response Card www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks Canoe Alaska  f

Running Reindeer Ranch  f

PO Box 455, Ester, AK 99725 Chena River at Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 457-2453 info@canoealaska.com, www.canoealaska.com Bicycle, kayak & canoe rentals. Custom group tours. Tell us what YOU want.

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

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.

Fairbanks Paddle & Pedal  PO Box 83134, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 782-4418 fbxpp@yahoo.com, www.fbxpp.com EASY float & bike guided day tour. See the best in one day! Lunch included!

Fairbanks Snow Sleighers f PO Box 60506, Fairbanks, AK 99706 (907) 331-0643 Toll Free: (844) SNOW-FUN fairbankssnowsleighers@gmail.com www.snowsleighers.com Guided snowmobile & hot springs tours, aurora viewing & winter adventures. (See also Aurora Viewing, Winter Activities)

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 Alaska Native Culture)

Aurora Viewing 1st Alaska Tours  f

Skiland Summit Adventures, LLC  f 2326 Skiland Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 947-1968 skilandsummitadventures@gmail.com www.skilandsummit.com In our SNOWCOACH or on your own snowmobile or ATV, let us take you on a tour of the Alaskan wilderness.

Our tours offer views of the aurora borealis or the peaks of the Alaska Range.

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

Trans Arctic Circle Treks, Ltd.  f 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!

Gondwana Ecotours  f 5126 Franklin Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122 Toll Free: (877) 587-8479 info@gondwanaecotours.com www.gondwanaecotours.com Handcrafted small-group tours to see the northern lights! Gondwanaecotours.com

Circle 3 on Reader Response Card PASSENGER

Greatland Taxi & Tours Service f

R

A

FREIGHT

I

L R

|

O

R E A L E S TAT E

A

D

© Asia Bauzon

PO Box 81438, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 490-2405 s_schoppenhorst@yahoo.com www.greatlandtaxiservice.com Custom tours. Denali, aurora viewing, ATV, snowmachine, fishing, wildlife tours.

|

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/Aviation, Sightseeing)

Rod’s Alaskan Guide Service  f 2594 Carrie Lynn Dr, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 378-1851 rod@rodsalaskanguideservice.com www.rodsalaskanguideservice.com Year-round guided private tours—ice fishing, snowmobile, rafting & fishing.

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.

AlaskaRailroad.com

800.544.0552

Circle 1 on Reader Response Card  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

27

Explore Fairbanks A&P Tours, Inc.

f

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

AIE, Inc.

f

1502 W 32nd Ave, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 272-1346, Fax: (907) 272-6619 anchoragetourdesk@aietours.com www.aietours.com Tours (glacier, Denali, northern lights, custom, etc) & transportation available. www.aietours.net (Japanese).

Alaska Aurora Adventures

f

4385 Eielson Farm Rd, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 590-3229 jhpeterscabins@gmail.com www.alaskaauroraadventures.com Aurora viewing lodge/ice fishing/Arctic Circle tour/hot springs/dogsledding.

Alaska Northern Lights Tour  f 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 Alaska Native Culture, Sightseeing)

Aurora Borealis Lodge f

Chena Hot Springs Resort

PO Box 72422, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Cleary Summit, Fairbanks (907) 389-2812, Fax: (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)

PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 17600 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/Aviation, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

f

Blue Kennels and Dog Sled Trips f

Fairbanks Snow Sleighers 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)

PO Box 60506, Fairbanks, AK 99706 (907) 331-0643 Toll Free: (844) SNOW-FUN fairbankssnowsleighers@gmail.com www.snowsleighers.com Chase the aurora on snowmobiles! Combo snowmobile/ aurora viewing trips! (See also Adventure/Ecotours, Winter Activities)

Chandalar River Outfitters

f

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

Alaska Skylar Travel LLC  f 601 E Northern Lights Blvd, Ste I, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 274-8884, Fax: (907) 274-1455 skylarjiang@skylartravel.com, www.skylartravel.com Quality Chinese-speaking service taking you to see the aurora, round trip! (see also Travel Agents/Trip Planners)

Nature Image  f PO Box 10306, Fairbanks, AK 99710 (907) 322-5393 info@natureimage-alaska.com www.natureimage-alaska.com All night, small group, 29-mile north hillside at photographer’s private cabin.

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 Arctic Circle Aurora Adventure. Overnight adventures under the Aurora Oval. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Flightseeing/Aviation, Sightseeing)

PhotoSymphony Productions



500 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-8224 contact@photosymphony.com www.photosymphony.com The Crown of Light — the most beautiful and realistic aurora show seen anywhere.

Sean Kurdziolek Photography f 2144 Peede Rd, North Pole, AK 99705 (253) 254-3230 seankurdz@gmail.com, www.seankurdz.com Personal & small-group aurora photography workshops and aurora photoshoots.

Sirius Sled Dogs, LLC  f 6136 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, Fax: (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) 371-3647 blacksprucedogsledding@gmail.com www.blacksprucedogsledding.com Fun, scenic, educational dog sledding with friendly race dogs. Year-round.

28

Circle 4 on Reader Response Card www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks Blue Kennels and Dog Sled Trips f

Sled Dog Adventures

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)

PO Box 83601, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 479-5090 dogmushing@mosquitonet.com www.sleddogadventures.com Since 1985, exciting dog sled rides, instruction, tours.

Arctic gear supplied.

Boreal Journeys Alaska f

PO Box 60249, Fairbanks, AK 99706 5880 Airport Industrial Rd, Fairbanks (907) 479-3825, Fax: (907) 474-8288 info@trailbreakerkennel.com www.trailbreakerkennel.com Backstage Pass kennel tours. Alaskan huskies and puppies to enjoy.

2240 Railroad Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (248) 568-8853 borealjourneysak@gmail.com www.borealjourneysak.com Dog sled rides, homestead overnights, dog-supported ski and snowshoe adventures.

Chena Hot Springs Resort

f

PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 17600 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 dog sled rides through resort. (see also Aurora Viewing, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Casual Dining, Event Facilities, Flightseeing/Aviation, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

Fairbanks Dog Sled Rides f 4240 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 385-3082 hrbuilders@icloud.com www.fairbanksdogsledrides.com Fast-paced and exciting dog sled adventure! Call or email for reservations.

Golden Heart Dog Tours

f

PO Box 60105, Fairbanks, AK 99706 5880 Airport Industrial Rd, Fairbanks (907) 987-2149 ghdtfbx@gmail.com www.goldenheartdogtours.com Located in Fairbanks, tours by appointment only.

Friendly dogs and guides!

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.

Mackey Kennel

Santa Claus House

f

Trail Breaker Kennel 

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.

Family Fun

Gold Dredge 8



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

f

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.

Midnight Sun Run, Inc.



805 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-8901, Fax: (907) 590-5086 racedirector@fra-alaska.net, www.midnightsunrun.net 10K under the midnight sun! Family fun, all abilities welcome. Benefits FRA.

f

PO Box 10794, Fairbanks, AK 99710 2134 Resolution Rd, Fairbanks (907) 444-6150 mackeykennel@gmail.com, www.lancemackey.com Experience a Comeback Kennel tour and dog sled ride!

f

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)

Tanana Valley State Fair

f

1800 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 451-5560, Fax: (907) 456-7971 info@tananavalleyfair.org August 4-13, 2017. Daily live entertainment, rides, food, contests, games, livestock, education and, of course, giant cabbages!

Fishing/River Excursions Alaska Fishing and Raft Adventures  f

PO Box 74622, Fairbanks, AK 99707 348 Well St, Fairbanks (907) 699-7455 Toll Free: (800) 819-0737 info@akrivertours.com, www.akrivertours.com Fishing/wildlife/rafting & ice fishing. 1/2-/full-/multiday. 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.

Chandalar River Outfitters

f

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

Fairbanks Trails and Rivers Tour Company, LLC  4795 John Deere Ln, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 750-5194 info@fbxtrailsandrivers.com www.fbxtrailsandrivers.com Tours of Fairbanks by raft and trail for small groups.

Custom trips.

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

Sirius Sled Dogs, LLC  f 6136 Emancipation Ln, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 687-6656 siriussleddogs.net@gmail.com www.siriussleddogs.net Big friendly Alaskan/Siberian huskies. Dog sled ride, kennel tour, mushing school. (see also Aurora Viewing)

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

29

Explore Fairbanks Flightseeing/Aviation Adventure Flight, LLC 

PO Box 70611, Fairbanks, AK 99707 915 Norheim Ct, Fairbanks (907) 371-0556 Toll Free: (866) 644-4072 warbirdsofalaska@gmail.com www.adventureflight.net Fly a Warbird! Aerobatics! Instruction! Time travel! No experience req’d.

Chena Hot Springs Resort

f

PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 17600 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com Daily flightseeing tours. Check in at Activity Center. (see also Aurora Viewing, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Casual Dining, Dog Mushing, Event Facilities, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

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, Performing Arts & Shows)

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

Gold Dredge 8



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 Pan for gold & ride the Tanana Valley Railroad. Visit a gold dredge! (see also Family Fun)

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-themed 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.

Tanana Yukon Historical Society  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.

Hot Springs

Chena Hot Springs Resort

f

PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 17600 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/Aviation, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

Museums

Alaska Mining Hall of Fame



1129 1st Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 825 1st Ave, Fairbanks (907) 456-1933 bundtzen@mosquitonet.com www.alaskamininghalloffame.org Established in 1997, the Alaska Mining Hall of Fame honors Alaska’s mining pioneers. Our displays feature historical photos, maps and equipment. History books are for sale, mining videos can be acquired. Hours are 11-5, Monday-Saturday.

Chena Hot Springs Resort

f

PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 17600 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/Aviation, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Winter Activities)

30

Circle 2 on Reader Response Card

Circle 5 on Reader Response Card www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks Fairbanks Children’s Museum f

Friends of the Tanana Valley Railroad, Inc. 

Pioneer Museum & Big Stampede Show 

302 Cushman St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 374-6873 info@fairbankschildrensmuseum.com www.fairbankschildrensmuseum.com Fairbanks Children’s Museum is full of interactive exhibits designed for young people.

PO Box 84498, Fairbanks, AK 99708 Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 459-7421 ftvrr.inc@gmail.com, www.ftvrr.org The friends operate TVRR Museum & Steam Engine #1, 12-8pm daily in summer.

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.

Fairbanks Community Museum f

Ice Museum

University of Alaska Museum of the North f

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. It’s free!

Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum at Wedgewood Resort f 1501 Queens Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Wedgewood Resort, 212 Wedgewood Dr, Fairbanks (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!

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.



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



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.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

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 Discover Alaska Native cultures, natural wonders and diverse wildlife. Explore 2,000 years of Alaska art and see our special exhibit about Alaska’s dinosaurs.

Original exhibits and breathtaking architecture. Movies shown daily. Museum store and café on site.

Nature/Wildlife Viewing 1st Alaska Tours  f

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

31

Explore Fairbanks Aurora Bear - Aurora and Wildlife Photography  f

Northern Alaska Environmental Center  f

2240 Hanson Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 750-7572 info@aurora-bear.com, www.aurora-bear.com Learn from our skilled & experienced photographers how to take amazing aurora photos! Create your everlasting memories with us! Stay at our unique & comfortable dome-cabins outside of the disturbing city lights & see the aurora while lying in your cozy bed!

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!

Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge f 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.

Large Animal Research Station – UAF  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.

Nature Alaska Tours  f PO Box 10224, Fairbanks, AK 99710 (907) 699-3746 dan@naturealaska.com, www.naturealaska.com Since 1967, expert professional leadership for custom educational adventures.

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)

Tanana Valley Fisheries Center at the Ruth Burnett Sport Fish Hatchery 

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 Int’l Sled Dog Headquarters, Santa Claus House, pipeline viewing & Pioneer Park. (see also Alaska Native Culture, Aurora Viewing)

Alaska Step-On-Guides  f 2410 Sunny Cir, Anchorage, AK 99502 (907) 529-6969 alaskaguides@yahoo.com www.alaskasteponguides.com/wordpress/ Local, knowledgeable guides for custom tours or “meet & greet” services.

City of North Pole Tourism

f

1150 Wilbur St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 371-6215 www.adfg.alaska.gov Visit Interior Alaska’s sport fish hatchery, a fish hatchery like no other.

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

University of Alaska Fairbanks f

Downtown Association of Fairbanks  f

(907) 474-7211 www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit/#daily Move your mind and body at UAF. Wooded trails, concerts, muskoxen, art galleries and much more await.

If you stay a little longer, you can even get a degree!

Tours Mon-Fri, 10am and 2pm: 1-800-478-1823 or www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit/#daily/. (see also Education, Sightseeing)

Wedgewood Resort, Fountainhead Hotels f 1501 Queens Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 212 Wedgewood Dr, Fairbanks (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 Event Facilities, Hotels/Motels)

Sightseeing

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

Airlink Shuttle & Tours  f 1213 Dolphin Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 452-3337, Fax: (907) 452-6543 jeff@airlinkalaska.com, www.airlinkalaska.com Luxury motorcoach charters and tours at an affordable price. (see also Ground/Public Transportation)

32

Alaska Northern Lights Tour  f

542 4th Ave, Ste 204, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-8671, Fax: (907) 457-8859 info@downtownfairbanks.com www.downtownfairbanks.com Explore all that downtown Fairbanks has to offer, including public art, live music, historic architecture, great shopping and fine dining. No trip to Fairbanks is complete without a trip downtown. Visit website for more details.

Fairbikes, LLC  410 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 687-6884 john@fairbikes.com, www.fairbikes.com Use our app to unlock & ride FAIRBIKES, a convenient & fun way to explore Fairbanks.

Festival Fairbanks, Inc.

f

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 downtown. Free music Wed: 7-8pm, Tues & Fri: 12:30-1:30pm, June-July.

Gray Line Alaska



800 5th Ave, Ste 2600, Seattle, WA 98104 (907) 452-2843 Toll Free: (800) 544-2206 gla_info@graylinealaska.com www.graylinealaska.com Vacation packages, sightseeing excursions and Denali rail tours in Alaska. (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. Add’l Denali loc. (see also Gift Shops/Specialty Goods)

www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks Northern Alaska Tour Company  f

Sternwheeler Tanana Chief

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/Aviation)

Princess Rail Tours



3401 Lathrop St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 479-9660 Toll Free: (800) 426-0500 aklodges@princesscruises.com www.princesslodges.com Rail tours to Denali with glass-domed cars and Denali’s finest hotels.

Riverboat Discovery



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 Alaska Native Culture)

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



Iron Dog, Inc. 

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.

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 18-25, 2017.

University of Alaska Fairbanks f

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 11-20, 2017.

(907) 474-7211 www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit/#daily Move your mind and body at UAF. Wooded trails, concerts, muskoxen, art galleries and much more await.

If you stay a little longer, you can even get a degree!

Tours Mon-Fri, 10am and 2pm: 1-800-478-1823 or www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit/#daily/. (see also Education, Nature/Wildlife Viewing)

Spectator Sports Fairbanks Rollergirls

f

PO Box 73095, Fairbanks, AK 99707 president@fairbanksrollergirls.org www.fairbanksrollergirls.org Roller Derby has arrived in Fairbanks! Check our website/FB for current schedule!

Fairbanks Tennis Association



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.

Sports/Activities Rentals

Alaska International Senior Games, Inc. 

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

Department of Recreation, Adventure, and Wellness f PO Box 757450, Fairbanks, AK 99775 101 SRC, University of Alaska Fairbanks, Fairbanks (907) 474-6027, Fax: (907) 474-1998 uaf-oa-staff@alaska.edu, www.uaf.edu/draw Experience the great outdoors with Outdoor Adventures’ gear rentals!

Circle 7 on Reader Response Card Accessible as defined by individual businesses

33

Explore Fairbanks Fairbanks Curling Club, Inc. f

Christmas in Ice, Inc.

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.

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.

North Star Golf Club, Inc.



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.

Trax Outdoor Center

f

PO Box 83086, Fairbanks, AK 99712 314 Birch Hill Rd, Fairbanks (907) 374-9600 hajduke@mac.com, www.traxoutdoorcenter.com Summer: rent paddleboards. Winter: XC ski & snowshoes. Year round: yoga classes.

Winter Activities

Chena Hot Springs Resort

f

PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 17600 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks (907) 451-8104, Fax: (907) 451-8151 frontdesk@chenahotsprings.com www.chenahotsprings.com Aurora viewing & snowmachine tour, dog sled ride, sleigh ride, flightseeing. (see also Aurora Viewing, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Casual Dining, Dog Mushing, Event Facilities, Flightseeing/Aviation, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums)

f

Fairbanks Snow Sleighers f PO Box 60506, Fairbanks, AK 99706 (907) 331-0643 Toll Free: (844) SNOW-FUN fairbankssnowsleighers@gmail.com www.snowsleighers.com Guided snowmobile tours, aurora viewing, hot springs & winter adventures. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Aurora Viewing)

Moose Mountain Ski Area

f

PO Box 84198, Fairbanks, AK 99708 (907) 459-8132 shredthemoose@gmail.com www.shredthemoose.com Ski/board 40 runs 1300’, southside light, close to town, warm ride up! Rentals.

Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks f 101 Wilderness Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99712 www.nscfairbanks.org Promotes X-C skiing in FNSB by offering lessons & competition for all ages.

Ski Land

f

3215 Skiland Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 389-2314 info@skiland.org, www.skiland.org Visit the farthest north chairlift in North America at Ski Land! We offer nightly aurora viewing at our warm lodge September-April and downhill skiing & snowboarding including rentals on weekends November-April.

Groups large and small welcome. Call for reservations.

Arts, Culture & Entertainment Alaska Native Culture

Alaska Northern Lights Tour  f 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

f

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.

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



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.

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 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 weio1961@weio.org, www.weio.org Native games, blanket toss, dances, fine arts, dress & baby regalia, Miss WEIO.

Art Galleries/Exhibits 2 Street Gallery, LLC

f

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

f

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)

34

Circle 2 on Reader Response Card www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks Well Street Art Company  f

Fairbanks Choral Society

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.

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.

Classes/Lectures

Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival f PO Box 82510, Fairbanks, AK 99708 UAF Campus, Fairbanks (907) 474-8869, Fax: (907) 474-8617 festival@alaska.net, www.fsaf.org Noon performances, evening concerts daily July 16-30, 2017. On UAF campus. (see also Festivals)

The Folk School

f

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!

Dance Classes/Groups

Ballroom Dance Club of Fairbanks, Inc. f 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.

Northern Lights Council of Dancers, Inc. f Farthest North Square & Round Dance Center, Pioneer Park, Fairbanks (907) 452-5699 www.dancealaska.org Dances/classes in: ballroom, contra, English country, square, Middle East & Zumba.

Festivals

Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival f PO Box 82510, Fairbanks, AK 99708 UAF Campus, 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 16-30, 2017. (see also Classes/Lectures)

f

Fairbanks Concert Association f 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-May.

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

f

PO Box 80305, Fairbanks, AK 99708 415 First Ave, Ste A, Fairbanks (907) 479-7372, Fax: (907) 458-8845 info@operafairbanks.org, www.operafairbanks.org Opera Fairbanks — the nation’s farthest north professional opera production company!

Shopping Bookstores/Maps Forget-Me-Not Books

3525 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-9574, Fax: (907) 474-9579 Toll Free: (800) 390-8999 gulliversbooks@gullivers-books.com www.shopgulliversbooks.com Alaska books & gifts. New & used titles. Internet café.

Will ship to you.

Clothing/Sporting Goods Beaver Sports  f

3480 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 479-2494 beaversports@beaversports.com www.beaversports.com Beaver Sports. Welcome to the great outdoors. Adventure sports outfitting.

Big Ray’s

f

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

Prospector Outfitters

PO Box 82104, Fairbanks, AK 99708 312 Tanana Loop, Rm 230, UAF Campus, Fairbanks (907) 474-5733, Fax: (907) 474-5147 info@fairbankssymphony.org www.fairbankssymphony.org Symphonic music with world-class soloists at Davis Concert Hall.

Opera Fairbanks

Gulliver’s Books & Second Story Cafe f

f

517 Gaffney Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-6210, Fax: (907) 456-4302 lca@literacycouncilofalaska.org www.literacycouncilofalaska.org Your reasonably priced used book connection. Supporting literacy in Alaska.

f

c/o Mammoth Marketing, 3542 International St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 1512 S Cushman St, Fairbanks (907) 457-7372, Fax: (907) 458-9003 Toll Free: (800) 495-7372 info@prospectoroutfitters.com www.prospectoroutfitters.com The clothing, footwear & gear you need to fully enjoy your trip to Alaska.

Gift Shops/Specialty Goods 2 Street Gallery, LLC

f

535 2nd 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 Camera

f

1235 Airport Way, Ste 4, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-8896, Fax: (907) 451-7335 tom@alaskacamera.com, www.alaskacamera.com Authorized camera dealer, bags, tripods, batteries, rentals, lab services.

Alaska Feed Company

f

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.

Performing Arts & Shows 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)

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

35

Explore Fairbanks Alaska Raw Fur Co.

The Craft Market

f

f

Marshall Arts Design

f

4106 Boat St, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 479-2462, Fax: (907) 479-0890 email@akrawfur.com, www.alaskarawfur.com The authentic Alaskan store—furs, gifts, fabric. Best choices, quality & prices.

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.

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.

Alaskan Gold Rush Fine Jewelry f

Expressions in Glass

The Material Girls  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)

Arctic Qiviut Custom Fiber Mill f PO Box 58617, Fairbanks, AK 99711 (907) 490-6722 vivian@arcticqiviut.com, www.arcticqiviut.com 1st fiber mill in AK. Yarns/apparel produced from muskox fiber. Free tours.

Arctic Travelers Gift Shop

f

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. Celebrating 61yrs.

Bishop’s Jewelry Gallery of Gold & Diamonds f 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.

f

1922 Peger Rd, Ste A, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-3923, Fax: (907) 474-3925 Toll Free: (888) 574-3923 info@expressionsinglass.net www.expressionsinglass.net Glass gallery, stained glass, blown glass, classes, unique gifts.

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. Add’l Denali loc. (see also Sightseeing)

If Only...A Fine Store

f

215 Cushman St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 457-6659, Fax: (907) 455-6659 ifonly@ifonlyalaska.com, www.ifonlyalaska.com Alaskan gifts, handcrafted jewelry, Vera Bradley, pens, cards & journals.

Interior Alaska Fish Processors, Inc. f 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 Knotty Shop

f

6585 Richardson Hwy, Salcha, AK 99714 Mile 32 Richardson Hwy, Salcha (907) 488-3014, Fax: (907) 488-3638 knotty@alaska.net, www.alaskaknottyshop.com All Alaskan gifts, wildlife museum, gun collection, burl animals, ice cream.

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.

36

Circle 8 on Reader Response Card

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

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)

River City Investments, LLC

f

711 Gaffney Rd, Ste 100, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-7653, Fax: (907) 456-7650 jsomers@pobox.alaska.net Co-op Plaza/Empress Theater, 535 2nd Ave, Fairbanks.

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

Santa Claus House

f

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)

Santa’s Senior Center Corporation, Inc. f 101 E 5th Ave, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 488-4663, Fax: (907) 488-4683 santaseniors@alaska.net, www.santaseniors.com M-F 11am-3pm. Programs, luncheons, exercise, games, senior-made gifts.

Tanana Valley Farmers Market



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

Circle 9 on Reader Response Card www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks Taylor’s Gold-N-Stones, Inc.

f

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.

Twigs Alaskan Gifts

f

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.

Large Retailers Fred Meyer

f

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.

Food & Drink

Lavelle’s Taphouse

Mecca Bar

Hot Licks Homemade Ice Cream  PO Box 82963, Fairbanks, AK 99708 3453 College Rd, 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.

McCafferty’s, A Coffee House, Etc. f

f

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.

Ursa Major Distilling  f PO Box 81204, Fairbanks, AK 99708 2922 Parks Hwy, Fairbanks (907) 457-1070 robborland@ursamajordistilling.com www.ursamajordistilling.com Local, handcrafted spirits and cocktails. Tasting room and tours available.

Casual Dining AK Buffet

Coffee & Sweets

f

912 Kellum St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 414 2nd Ave, Fairbanks (907) 888-2220 lavellestaphouse@gmail.com www.lavellestaphouse.com 36 rotating taps including craft beer, cider and wine.

Bring your own food!

f

414 3rd St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 457-8899, Fax: (907) 452-3999 chenchao5328@gmail.com American and Oriental cuisine. All you can eat, over 100 items.

Alaska McDonalds

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, Performing Arts & Shows)

Big Daddy’s BBQ

f

107 Wickersham St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-2501, Fax: (907) 452-3055 bigdaddysbarbq@hotmail.com www.bigdaddysbarb-q.com Come to award-winning Big Daddy’s! The northernmost Southern BBQ!

Chena Hot Springs Resort

f

PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 17600 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/Aviation, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

f

449 Harold Bentley Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-0770 www.mcalaska.com “Now serving espresso” — Visit us: Airport Way, Santa Claus Lane & Harold Bentley Ave.

PO Box 74044, Fairbanks, AK 99707 408 Cushman St, Fairbanks (907) 456-6853 sandcastle@acsalaska.net Charming cozy atmosphere. Soup for lunch or dinner.

Live music Fri-Sat night.

Venue  f 514 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 374-3044 venue@fairbanksalaska.com www.fairbanksalaska.com/venue Art gallery, event venue and café. Great coffee!

Breweries, Distilleries & Bars Fairbanks Distilling Company f

410 Cushman St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-5055 fairbanksdistillingco@gmail.com www.fairbanksdistilling.com Come and visit our tasting room and distillery in downtown Fairbanks.

HooDoo Brewing Company

f

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

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

37

Explore Fairbanks The Cookie Jar Restaurant

f

1006 Cadillac Ct, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 479-8319, Fax: (907) 479-8329 info@cookiejarfairbanks.com 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

f

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

f

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

Great Harvest Bread Co.

f

36 College Rd, Ste 4W, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 374-3900 info@greatharvestfairbanksak.com www.greatharvestfairbanksak.com/about-us Fresh breads, goodies and lunch with local flavor made from scratch daily!

Hilltop Truck Stop

f

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.

Miguel’s Authentic Mexican Cuisine f

Fine Dining

1134 Coppet St, Fairbanks, AK 99709 1235 Airport Way, #1, Fairbanks (907) 374-8399, Fax: (907) 374-8377 miguelsllc@hotmail.com Authentic Mexican cuisine, lunch/dinner specials daily.

Miguel’s casa es su casa!

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.

Pike’s Landing Restaurant & Lounge f 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.

River’s Edge Resort



4200 Boat St, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 474-0286, Fax: (907) 474-3665 Toll Free: (800) 770-3343 info@riversedge.net, www.riversedge.net Join us at Chena’s Alaskan Grill. Great steaks, burgers, salmon & halibut. (see also Hotels/Motels)

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.

Silver Gulch Brewing and Bottling Co. 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.

Bobby’s Downtown

Lavelle’s Bistro

f

f

575 1st Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 450-0555, Fax: (907) 450-0444 frank@lavellesbistro.com, www.lavellesbistro.com Wine Spectator Award recipient. Lavelle’s sets the standard for great dining.

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.

The Turtle Club

f

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.

The Vallata Restaurant

f

2190 Goldstream Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 2 1/2 Mile Goldstream Rd, Fairbanks (907) 455-6600, Fax: (907) 455-6664 Family owned. Great steaks, seafood, pasta, full bar, wines. Favorite of locals.

Wolf Run Restaurant

f

3360 Wolf Run, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 458-0636 www.facebook.com/wolfrunrestaurant Fine crafted food, lunch & dinner.

International Dining Fushimi Japanese Fusion

f

607 Old Steese Hwy, Ste E, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 328-0988, Fax: (907) 328-0898 www.fushimiak.com Come enjoy a variety of Japanese Fusion cuisine choices for lunch & dinner.

Lemongrass Thai Cuisine

f

388 Old Chena Pump Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 456-2200, Fax: (907) 451-0538 lemongrass.alaska@gmail.com www.lemongrassalaska.com With our extensive menu we hope to offer something that will satisfy everyone’s taste buds! Our Alaska seafood is full of amazing flavors and sure to please. Just mention vegan only to enjoy the freshness and crunchiness of organic vegetables from local farms (seasonal).

Groceries

Co-op Market Grocery & Deli f 526 Gaffney Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 457-1023, Fax: (907) 374-1039 www.coopmarket.org We have your traveling needs! Visit the only grocery store in downtown!

38

www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks

•

(907) 488-7855 • www.atasteofalaska.com $185-235 10

Ah, Rose Marie Downtown Bed & Breakfast  f

•

val Bath Sha red Bath Pets on A ppr o

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

9

•

•

•

•

•

•

AK Golden Umbrella B&B  f

(907) 687-7131 • www.akgoldenumbrella.com $109-139 3

•

•

•

•

•

•

Alaska Grizzly Lodge  f

(907) 488-7475 • www.alaskagrizzlylodge.com $139-149 6

•

•

•

•

•

(907) 322-5037 • www.alaskahaven.com $80-149 6

•

•

•

•

•

(907) 456-4100 • www.alaskaheritagehouse.com $70-195 8

•

•

•

•

•

(907) 347-2774 • www.alaskanviewpoint.com $130-180 5

•

•

•

(907) 389-2812 • www.auroracabin.com $169-224 4

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

1

•

•

/Wi Fi on A ppr o

rnet

Bath ne Pho

y ndr

•

OH •

•

•

•

Billie’s Backpackers Hostel  f

•

ova ppr Pets

•

on A

Roo

red TV

•

Sha

Bath

Roo

ate Priv

Bath

red

y

•

Sha

ate

•

Priv

hen

•

ndr

10

Lau

rnet

ds

$30

(907) 479-2034 • www.alaskahostel.com $25 30 • • • • • • •

•

•

•

Chatanika Lodge  f

Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge  The Lodge at Black Rapids  f Pike’s Waterfront Lodge  f

ne Pho

om #Ro

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

(907) 488-7855 • www.atasteofalaska.com $185-235 10 •

•

•

(907) 389-2812 • www.auroracabin.com $169-224 4

•

•

(907) 389-2164 • chatanika.lodge@yahoo.com

Chena Hot Springs Resort  f

s

nge e Ra Pric

Aurora Borealis Lodge f

•

•

$75-80

10 •

•

l

•

•

•

ova

•

$20-27 20

•

ppr

$30-65 30

(907) 355-7088 • www.svenshostel.com

*

(907) 479-7300 • www.fairbankshostel.com

Lodges A Taste of Alaska Lodge  f

•

on A

•

rnet /Wi Fi Priv ate Bath Sum mer Acti vitie Win s ter Acti vitie Pric s e In clus ive TV

Fairbanks International Hostel  f Sven’s Basecamp Hostel 

•

Pets

(907) 488-8402 • www.chandalarranchalaska.com $40-100 30

Inte

Chandalar River Outfitters  f

Kitc

(907) 590-0095 • www.9thavehostel.com

Inte

9th Ave Hostel  f

#Be

Hostels

Pric

e Ra

nge

Acc

*

ess

l

•

ate

#Ca

Brea

bins

kfas

t In

nge e Ra Pric

$79-89

(907) 490-6400 • www.northpolecabins.com $99-219 2

•

val

•

(907) 712-4528 • www.alaska-wildlife-cabins-and-hostel.com

North Pole Cabins  f

•

•

(907) 388-9954 • www.northernskylodge.com $82-120 7

Cabins Alaska Wildlife Cabins and Hostel  f

• •

(316) 519-2319 • www.fairbanksmoosemanor.com $119-149 4

*

Northern Sky Lodge  f

•

cl’d

Fairbanks Moose Manor B&B  f

•

•

Inte

(907) 452-4967 $70-120 5

TV

(907) 474-0949 • www.aurora-express.com $155-175 7

ms

Aurora Express Forget-Me-Not  Fairbanks Bed & Breakfast  f

Priv

Aurora Borealis Lodge f

hen

Alaskan Viewpoint Lodge  f

Lau

Alaska Heritage House  f

Kitc

Alaska Haven  f

ms

(907) 456-2040 • www.ahrosemarie.com $65-120

Priv at e

Full

ms

(907) 452-1100 • www.mosquitonet.com/~apfvrf $105-190 4

A Taste of Alaska Lodge  f

Pets

A Downtown Log Cabin Hideaway 

Con t

Pric

Bed & Breakfasts

#Ro o

e Ra

nge *

inen t al B reak fast Brea kfas t Inte rnet /Wi Fi Pho ne TV

Accommodations At-a-Glance

•

•

•

•

•

(907) 451-8104 • www.chenahotsprings.com $210-310 80 •

•

•

•

•

• •

(907) 455-4477 • www.princesslodges.com $119-199 325 •

•

•

•

(877) 825-9413 • www.lodgeatblackrapids.com $190-260 10

•

•

•

(907) 456-4500 • www.pikeslodge.com $89-450 208 •

•

•

•

• •

*Price range listing does not include local bed tax. W - Winter only. F - Fitness Center only. P - Pool only. OH - Outhouse.

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

39

Explore Fairbanks

Pric

Hotels & Motels 7 Gables Inn & Suites  f

#Ro o

e Ra

nge *

ms Brea kfas t In cl’d Mic row ave /Frig Rest . aura nt Pho ne Inte rnet /Wi Fi Shu ttle Serv ice P oo l/Fit nes s Ce Pets nter on A ppr ova l

Accommodations At-a-Glance

(907) 479-0751 • www.7gablesinn.com $75-180 40 •

A Suite Alaskan Inn  f

(907) 378-6238 • www.asuitealaskaninn.com $90-170

An Inn on Minnie Street  f Bear Lodge at Wedgewood Resort, Fountainhead Hotels  Best Western Chena River Lodge  f Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn  f

•

•

(907) 456-3642 • www.fountainheadhotels.com $159-189 157

•

•

•

•

•

F

(907) 328-3500 • www.bestwesternfairbanks.com $80-270 67 •

•

•

•

•

•

F

•

•

74 •

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

F

•

•

•

•

P

(907) 457-2288 • www.extendedstayamerica.com $99-299 97 •

•

•

•

•

(907) 479-7100 • www.fairbanksextendedstays.com $75-180 30 •

•

(907) 451-8104 • www.chenahotsprings.com $210-310 80

Extended Stay America Fairbanks  f Fairbanks Extended Stays  f Fairbanks Golden Nugget Hotel  f Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge  Golden North Motel of Fairbanks, LLC  f Hampton Inn and Suites  f Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites–Fairbanks, Alaska  f Hotel North Pole  f La Quinta Inn & Suites Fairbanks  f Pike’s Waterfront Lodge  f Regency Fairbanks Hotel  f River’s Edge Resort  Sophie Station Suites, Fountainhead Hotels  f SpringHill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks  f Super 8 Motel  f

•

(907) 328-3200 • www.candlewoodsuites.com/fairbanksak $89-259 103

Chena Hot Springs Resort  f

•

(907) 456-1802 • www.minniestreetbandb.com $70-199 12

(907) 456-3642 • www.fountainheadhotels.com $129-145 93

Candlewood Suites Fairbanks  f

•

•

Call

•

•

•

(907) 479-8080 • www.bestwestern.com

Bridgewater Hotel, A Fine Fountainhead Hotel 

3

•

•

(907) 452-5141 • www.golden-nuggethotel.com $75-120 37

•

•

•

(907) 455-4477 • www.princesslodges.com $119-199 325

•

•

•

•

(907) 479-6201 • www.goldennorthmotel.com $65-120 60 •

•

•

•

•

F

(907) 451-1502 • www.fairbankssuites.hamptoninn.com $99-299 101 •

•

•

•

•

•

(907) 328-1100 • www.hiexpress.com/fairbanksak $89-299 114 •

•

•

•

•

•

(907) 488-4800 • www.hotelnorthpole.com $100-240 71 •

•

•

(907) 328-6300 • www.laquintafairbanks.com $99-249 113 •

•

•

•

•

•

F

(907) 456-4500 • www.pikeslodge.com $89-450 208 W

•

•

•

•

•

F

(907) 459-2700 • www.regencyfairbankshotel.com $75-162 128 •

•

•

•

•

•

F

(907) 474-0286 • www.riversedge.net $119-199 94

•

•

•

•

(907) 456-3642 • www.fountainheadhotels.com $85-219 148

•

•

•

•

F

(907) 451-6552 • www.marriott.com/faish $99-289 140 •

•

•

•

•

•

•

• • • • (907) 451-8888 • www.super8.com $62-170 77

Wedgewood Resort, Fountainhead Hotels  f

(907) 456-3642 • www.fountainheadhotels.com $75-199 305

(907) 456-7722 • www.westmarkhotels.com $85-239 400 W

•

•

•

•

F

•

•

F

ook

*

Lakeview Enterprises, Inc.  f

(907) 451-8104 • www.chenahotsprings.com

VH le T

30

River’s Edge RV Park  Riverview RV Park 

Dum

Cab

s #Sp

$20

(907) 452-2553 • www.facebook.com/lakeviewterracerv $50-500 240

Northern Moosed RV Park & Campground 

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

(907) 451-0984 • www.northernmoosed.com

$17-36 40

•

•

•

•

•

(907) 474-0286 • www.riversedge.net

$25-46 180 •

•

•

•

•

•

(907) 488-6392 • www.riverviewrvpark.net

•

•

$30-49 160 • • • • • • •

(907) 452-3750 • info@fairbankscampgroundandrvpark.com $20-25 80

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

Arctic Fox Stay  f Fjell Blikk Hytte – Mountain Lodge & Knoll House  f Pedro’s Hide-A-Way  f

ova ppr on A TV

Pets

rm rt-T erm Inte rnet /Wi Fi Pho ne Sho

pt.

g-Te

Lon

Suit e/A

se Hou

Cab

in

s #Ro om

Pric

Vacation Rentals

e Ra nge

*

l

Tanana Valley Campground & RV Park 

ace

e Ra

nge

Chena Hot Springs Resort  f

Pric

RV Parks & Campgrounds

p St atio n Picn ic/F ire P i ts Hoo k-U ps Pull -Th rou ghs Sho wer s/La und TIck ry ets/ Tou r De Inte sk rnet /Wi Fi Pets on A ppr ova l

Up

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center  f

•

(907) 378-4435 • www.vrbo.com/505637 $95-125 1 • • • • • (907) 474-4353 • www.fjell-lodge.com $350-400 7 (907) 389-2204 • www.pedroshideaway.com $200-225 1

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

*Price range listing does not include local bed tax. W - Winter only. F - Fitness Center only. P - Pool only.

40

www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks

Accommodations Bed & Breakfasts

A Downtown Log Cabin Hideaway  304 Badger St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-1100 apfvrf@hotmail.com www.mosquitonet.com/~apfvrf 2 rooms/shared bath, 2 suites/prvt bath. Best breakfast in town. Great hosts.

A Taste of Alaska Lodge

f

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/Denali. Pvt bath. 280 acres. (see also Lodges)

Alaska Heritage House  f

Aurora Borealis Lodge 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. Private parties. Tours.

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

Alaskan Viewpoint Lodge  f 607 Old Steese Hwy, Ste B383, Fairbanks, AK 99701 1010 Pickering Dr, Fairbanks (907) 347-2774 wgbeaudoin@gmail.com www.alaskanviewpoint.com Private, comfortable abode on Chena Ridge. Panoramic overview of the boreal forest and Alaska Range. Alaskan perspective. Just minutes from the airport, train station and downtown Fairbanks. Private bathrooms. Free WiFi. Gourmet breakfast. 24/7 coffee and tea service.

Aurora Express Forget-Me-Not  PO Box 80128, Fairbanks, AK 99708 1550 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.

Ah, Rose Marie Downtown Bed & Breakfast  f 302 Cowles St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-2040, Fax: (907) 456-6193 ahrosemarie@yahoo.com, www.ahrosemarie.com 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 in White House. Guidebook recommended (est. 1989).

Year-round $65-$120+tax.

AK Golden Umbrella B&B  f 458 Terrace Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99712 (907) 687-7131 goldenumbrella@inbox.com www.akgoldenumbrella.com Hot breakfast, homey, comfy with high standards. In the woods, 2 miles from town.

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 Haven  f 2572 Carrie Lynn Dr, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 322-5037 alaskahaven49@gmail.com, www.alaskahaven.com Secluded waterfront boutique B&B. Priv. apt & cabins.

Aurora & wildlife viewing.

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

41

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

Fairbanks Moose Manor B&B  f PO Box 10195, Fairbanks, AK 99710 386 Kendrick Ct, Fairbanks (316) 519-2319, Fax: (844) 733-2765 fairbanksmoosemanor@gmail.com www.fairbanksmoosemanor.com Spacious rooms and suites. Fresh local food for breakfast every morning!

Northern Sky Lodge  f 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.

Cabins

Alaska Wildlife Cabins and Hostel  f PO Box 55345, North Pole, AK 99705 3740 Lyle Ave, North Pole (907) 712-4528 info@alaska-wildlife-cabins-and-hostel.com www.alaska-wildlife-cabins-and-hostel.com True feeling of Alaska, aurora/wildlife viewing, guided tours, great rates.

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

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.

Billie’s Backpackers Hostel  f 2895 Mack Blvd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 479-2034 info@alaskahostel.com, www.alaskahostel.com On city bus route. WiFi, tents, laundry, storage, no curfew. Local tours.

Chandalar River Outfitters

f

PO Box 74877, Fairbanks, AK 99707 5804 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Mile 18.6, Fairbanks (907) 488-8402, Fax: (907) 488-8787 chandalar.ranch@gmail.com www.chandalarranchalaska.com Hostel, private rooms, cabins, on site aurora viewing, local & Arctic tours. (see also Aurora Viewing, Fishing/ River Excursions)

Fairbanks International Hostel  f PO Box 80890, Fairbanks, AK 99708 4316 Birch Ln, Fairbanks (907) 479-7300, Fax: (907) 479-2229 info@fairbankshostel.com, www.fairbankshostel.com Shared rooms and private rooms. Located near UAF off Geist Rd. Phones, Internet, cable TV. Private apartments with 4 beds also available. Shared and private bathrooms and kitchens. Luggage storage. Canoes and bikes for rent.

Circle 10 on Reader Response Card

42

www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks 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.

Hotels/Motels

7 Gables Inn & Suites  f 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 int’l theme breakfasts, free canoes, suites with full kitchens and fireplaces. On-site laundry, baggage storage, guest computer.

A Suite Alaskan Inn

f

651 11th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 378-6238 myrnamae@hotmail.com www.asuitealaskaninn.com Comfortable suites centrally located downtown with fully equipped kitchens.

An Inn on Minnie Street  f 309 Erceg 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, aurora viewing. Price range from $70.00 to $199.00.

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

Bear Lodge at Wedgewood Resort, Fountainhead Hotels 

Bridgewater Hotel, A Fine Fountainhead Hotel 

1501 Queens Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 212 Wedgewood Dr, Fairbanks (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.

1501 Queens Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 723 First Ave, Fairbanks (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.

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.

Candlewood Suites Fairbanks f PO Box 1513, Aberdeen, SD 57402 551 Harold Bentley Ave, Fairbanks (907) 328-3200, Fax: (907) 374-8004 Toll Free: (877) 424-2449 www.candlewoodsuites.com/fairbanksak All suite hotel. Full kitchenettes in all rooms. Complimentary airport shuttle.

Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn f 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.

Circle 12 on Reader Response Card Accessible as defined by individual businesses

43

Explore Fairbanks Chena Hot Springs Resort

f

PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 17600 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/Aviation, Hot Springs, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

Extended Stay America Fairbanks f 4580 Old Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 457-2288, Fax: (907) 457-2297 Toll Free: (800) 804-3724 foa@extendedstay.com www.extendedstayamerica.com Designed for longer stays featuring a kitchenette including stove tops.

Fairbanks Extended Stays  f PO Box 80890, Fairbanks, AK 99708 4316 Birch Ln, Fairbanks (907) 479-7100, Fax: (907) 479-2229 Toll Free: (800) 478-7829 info@fairbanksinn.net www.fairbanksextendedstays.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.

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@princesscruises.com www.princesslodges.com Fairbanks’ finest accommodations situated on the Chena River and minutes from the airport. Fine & casual dining options, fitness center and tour desk. 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 & budget summer rates! Attractive, clean rooms with private baths & cable; many with microwaves/fridges. Free a.m. muffins/coffee. Courtesy airport shuttle. Free high-speed Internet station & WiFi. Near popular attractions. Guidebook recommended!

Hampton Inn and Suites

f

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.

44

Circle 13 on Reader Response Card www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks 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 jeder@thehotelgroup.com www.hiexpress.com/fairbanksak Airport shuttle, indoor pool, complimentary Express Start hot breakfast bar.

Hotel North Pole

f

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.

Alaskan-owned and -operated.

La Quinta Inn & Suites Fairbanks f 4920 Dale Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 328-6300, Fax: (907) 328-0914 lq6909gm@laquinta.com www.laquintafairbanks.com Alaska-themed spacious lobby, 113 deluxe guest rooms and suites, free shuttle to airport and railroad depot, restaurant and lounge, kitchenette guest rooms, gift shop, WiFi, Bright Side breakfast, business center, fitness room, guest laundry & group rates.

Pike’s Waterfront Lodge

f

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)

f

95 10th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 459-2700, Fax: (907) 459-2720 Toll Free: (800) 348-1340 info@regencyfairbanks.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.

River’s Edge Resort



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)

Sophie Station Suites, Fountainhead Hotels f 1501 Queens Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 1717 University Ave, Fairbanks (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.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks f 575 1st Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 451-6552, Fax: (907) 451-6553 Toll Free: (800) 314-0858 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 breakfast buffet, indoor pool, whirlpool and exercise room.

Super 8 Motel

f

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 1501 Queens Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 212 Wedgewood Dr, Fairbanks (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 Event Facilities, Nature/ Wildlife Viewing)

Ursa Major Distilling

Fairbanks Distilleries & Breweries Summon the spirits with a visit to one of Fairbanks’ distilleries. Ursa Major uses barley from Delta Junction to craft exceptionally smooth spirits including Alaska’s first rum and their flagship Long Winter Vodka. Fairbanks Distilling Company serves delicious high-latitude, ultra-premium spirits made from Alaskan-sourced grains, berries, potatoes and more. If you prefer fresh-crafted beer there are two fantastic breweries to choose from—Silver Gulch Brewing and Bottling Co. and HooDoo Brewing Company.

Regency Fairbanks Hotel

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center f 813 Noble St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-7722, Fax: (907) 451-7478 Toll Free: (800) 544-0970 info@westmarkhotels.com 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)

Lodges

A Taste of Alaska Lodge

f

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/Denali. Pvt bath. 280 acres. (see also Bed & Breakfasts)

Aurora Borealis Lodge f PO Box 72422, Fairbanks, AK 99707 Cleary Summit, Fairbanks (907) 389-2812, Fax: (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)

Chatanika Lodge

f

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

Chena Hot Springs Resort

f

PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 17600 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/Aviation, Hot Springs, Hotels/ Motels, Museums, Winter Activities)

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

The Lodge at Black Rapids

f

PO Box 81871, Fairbanks, AK 99708 227.4 Richardson Hwy, 38 Mile S, Delta Junction (877) 825-9413, Fax: (877) 825-9413 blackrapids@ureach.com www.lodgeatblackrapids.com Timber framed w/fireplaces, heavenly beds. On road w/ wildlife & panoramic views.

45

Explore Fairbanks f

Riverview RV Park



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)

1316 Badger Rd, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 488-6392 Toll Free: (888) 488-6392 riverview@acsalaska.net, www.riverviewrvpark.net Full hook-ups, free cable TV, WiFi & showers. 160 sites, 70’ PT’s, 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!

Campgrounds/RV Parks

Tanana Valley Campground & RV Park 

Alaska Campground Owners Association f

PO Box 111005, Anchorage, AK 99511 (907) 339-9082, Fax: (907) 334-9082 Toll Free: (866) 339-9082 info@alaskacampgrounds.net www.alaskacampgrounds.net We publish a directory of private campgrounds/RV parks & amenities in AK.

Chena Hot Springs Resort

f

PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 17600 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/ Aviation, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

Lakeview Enterprises, Inc.

f

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



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.

1800 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 452-3750, Fax: (907) 456-7971 info@fairbankscampgroundandrvpark.com Showers, laundry, dump station, Internet and firepits.

Vacation Rentals Arctic Fox Stay  f

1230 Arctic Fox Dr, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 378-4435 arcticfoxstay@gmail.com, www.vrbo.com/505637 Nice place to stay w/free WiFi. Full kitchen and washer & dryer provided.

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.

Pedro’s Hide-A-Way  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.

Birch Leaf Chapel  f PO Box 41, Ester, AK 99725 3626 Old Nenana Hwy, Ester (907) 378-4487, Fax: (907) 479-8422 birchleafchapel@gmail.com www.birchleafchapel.com Artistic venue for intimate gatherings: weddings, memorials, recitals. Up to 30 ppl.

Carlson Center

f

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

f

PO Box 58740, Fairbanks, AK 99711 17600 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/Aviation, Hot Springs, Hotels/Motels, Lodges, Museums, Winter Activities)

JP Jones Community Development Center f 2400 Rickert St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 456-3729 jpjcdc@gmail.com, www.jpjonescdc.com Premier rental facility for events and meetings and meeting community needs.

Raven Landing Center

f

949 McGown St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 1222 Cowles St, Fairbanks (907) 328-5458, Fax: (907) 328-5468 catering@ravenlanding.org, www.ravenlanding.org Premier catering venue central to town. Unique dining and event planning.

Meeting & Event Planning 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 3020 Davis Rd, Ste DI, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 347-5967 midnightsuncatering@gmail.com www.ptpalaska.com Excellent food! Efficient service! Exceptional price!

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 theworks1981@yahoo.com Call us for all your catering, planning and decorating needs.

46

Event Facilities

Sherma n Explore Hogue/ Fairban ks

Pike’s Waterfront Lodge

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

Well known for excellent, fresh roasted coffee, locals flock to the café for delicious beverages and light fare. Other coffee roasters include award-winning Alaska Coffee Roasting Co. and North Pole Coffee Roasting Company.

Hot Licks Homemade Ice Cream parlor uses North Pole Coffee Roasting Company beans to create its super delicious premium coffee ice cream.

Circle 14 on Reader Response Card www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks Wedgewood Resort, Fountainhead Hotels f 1501 Queens Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 212 Wedgewood Dr, Fairbanks (907) 456-3642, Fax: (907) 451-6376 Toll Free: (800) 528-4916 hotels@fdifairbanks.com www.fountainheadhotels.com Providing catering for events at Wedgewood Resort & Sophie Station Suites. Over 30,000 sq ft of combined space for meetings, banquets & receptions. State-ofthe-art A/V equipment and enhanced Internet access make our catering facilities the best choice for Fairbanks events. (see also Hotels/Motels, 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 info@westmarkhotels.com 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)

Wright Air Service, Inc.

f

Avis Rent A Car

f

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!

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

Auto/RV Rentals

Budget Rent A Car

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.

f

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.

Event Planners

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

Event Travel Management

f

999 E Tudor Rd, Ste 200, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 786-0130, Fax: (907) 562-2016 info@traveletm.com, www.traveletm.com Alaska’s #1 event planning company. Experience on 7 continents and in 150 countries.

Circle 15 on Reader Response Card

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!

Transportation Air Transportation Alaska Airlines

f

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

f

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@flyravn.com, www.flyravn.com Serving over 100 destinations statewide.

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

47

Explore Fairbanks Dollar Rent A Car

f

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.

Thrifty Car Rental

f

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.

Auto/RV Services

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 wheels@gonorth-alaska.com www.gonorth-alaska.com SUV, truck, truck camper and motorhome rentals for northern gravel roads.

Sourdough Fuel

f

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.

Ground/Public Transportation

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

Alaska Affordable Tours & Taxi  f 1210 Denali Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 987-5546 bradley@alaskaaffordabletours.com Affordable transportation to Denali (M/W/F) & Chena Hot Springs (T/TH/Sa). (see also Adventure/Ecotours)

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

f

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

f

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.

48

Circle 16 on Reader Response Card

Circle 17 on Reader Response Card www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks AlaskaTrain.com

Premier Alaska Tours, Inc.  f

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)

9170 Jewel Lake Rd, Ste 204, Anchorage, AK 99502 (907) 245-0200, Fax: (907) 245-0400 Toll Free: (800) 266-8625 info@alaskatrain.com, www.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)

Trip Planning

PO Box 82991, Fairbanks, AK 99708 3820 University Ave, Fairbanks (907) 474-3555 adventure@northernalaska.com www.daltonhighwayexpress.com Yukon River, Arctic Circle, Coldfoot, Brooks Range & Prudhoe Bay shuttles.

Gray Line Alaska

Alaska Skylar Travel LLC  f 601 E Northern Lights Blvd, Ste I, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 274-8884, Fax: (907) 274-1455 skylarjiang@skylartravel.com, www.skylartravel.com Great Chinese-speaking service taking you on an unforgettable adventure! (see also Aurora Viewing)



800 5th Ave, Ste 2600, Seattle, WA 98104 (907) 452-2843 Toll Free: (800) 544-2206 gla_info@graylinealaska.com www.graylinealaska.com Vacation packages, sightseeing excursions and Denali rail tours in Alaska. (see also Sightseeing, Travel Agents/ Trip Planners)

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

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

Explore Tours

PO Box 60147, Fairbanks, AK 99706 3713 S Lathrop St, Fairbanks (907) 479-7271, Fax: (907) 474-1041 Toll Free: (855) 236-7271 travel@gonorth-alaska.com www.gonorth-alaska.com Full-service statewide trip planning.

Gray Line Alaska

Travel Agents/ Trip Planners

Dalton Highway Express 

GoNorth Alaska Travel Center  f

f

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.



800 5th Ave, Ste 2600, Seattle, WA 98104 (907) 452-2843 Toll Free: (800) 544-2206 gla_info@graylinealaska.com www.graylinealaska.com Vacation packages, sightseeing excursions and Denali rail tours in Alaska. (see also Ground/Public Transportation, Sightseeing)

Santa’s Vagabond Travel

f

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. 32 yrs exp.

Visitor Information

Alaska Public Lands Information Center f 101 Dunkel St, Ste 110, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center, Fairbanks (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.

Explore Fairbanks

Circle 18 on Reader Response Card

© Glenn Aronwits

YOUR TICKET TO DENALI AND BEYOND.

The Denali Star Train offers daily summer departures from Fairbanks.

BE MOVED.

AlaskaRailroad.com

800.544.0552

PASSENGER

R A

|

FREIGHT

I

L R O

|

REAL ESTATE

A

D

Circle 1 on Reader Response Card  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

f

101 Dunkel St, Ste 111, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center, Fairbanks (907) 456-5774, Fax: (907) 459-3757 Toll Free: (800) 327-5774 info@explorefairbanks.com www.explorefairbanks.com Visit the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center in downtown Fairbanks. Visitor information, trip planning assistance, vacancy listings, brochures, maps and more about Fairbanks, Denali, Interior and Arctic Alaska.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

49

Explore Fairbanks Sunshine Health Foods  f

Services — Visitors Banks/ATMs

Denali State Bank

f

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!

First National Bank Alaska

f

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

f

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.

Tanana Valley Clinic

f

1001 Noble St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 459-3500, Fax: (907) 459-3583 Toll Free: (888) 459-3500 www.tvcclinic.com 1st Care/1st Care West. Walk-in medical care: Downtown/Chena Pump. 8am-8pm.

Pet Care

Holy Dog Pet Boarding, Inc.

f

PO Box 10898, Fairbanks, AK 99710 1221 Ferberite Ct, Fairbanks (907) 455-6414 holydogkennels@yahoo.com www.holydogpetboarding.com Exceptional pet care! Got play? Appointment for dropoff/pick-up required.

Places of Worship Bethel Church

f

PO Box 83889, Fairbanks, AK 99708 1310 Farmers Loop Rd, Fairbanks (907) 479-4380 info@bethelchurchak.org, www.bethelchurchak.org Services Sunday 9:15 & 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.catholicbishopnorthernalaska.com Come worship with us & celebrate in mission churches.

Can accommodate buses.

Congregation Or HaTzafon

f

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.

Farewell Avenue Christian Church f PO Box 72154, Fairbanks, AK 99707 100 Farewell Ave, Fairbanks (907) 456-6123 facc@farewellave.com Farewell Avenue Christian Church — 100 Farewell Ave, (907) 456-6123. Sundays 10am.

Friends Community Church

f

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.

f

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

Copying/Printing

Advance Printing Co., Inc.

f

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.

f

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

f

Farmers Markets Fairbanks’ everlasting summer sunshine creates amazing growth, and as a result the local farmers markets are truly extraordinary. Northern farmers claim that produce tastes better because of the climate. Cool nights make the vegetables sweeter and more delicious than those grown in hotter climates. Purchase tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, cucumbers, zucchini, lettuce and more at seasonal markets.

Local small businesses also turn Alaska produce into for-sale items such as Alaskan jams, seasonings, mustards and more. Go hungry because you’ll also find fantastic food trucks and artwork, gifts and jewelry adorn the markets so you can search for that perfect keepsake to remind you of your journey to the top of the world.

Downto w of Fairb n Associatio n anks

Wells Fargo Bank

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.

405 Noble St, 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.

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.

50

© Ronn Murray

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital & Denali Center f

© Ronn Murray

Medical/Health

www.explorefairbanks.com

Explore Fairbanks Journey Christian Church

f

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

f

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.

St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church f 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 Summer Eucharist: Sundays 8:30, 10:30am (Winter: 8, 9:15, 11:15am). Wednesdays: 9:30am & 7pm.

Real Estate

Birchwood Homes

f

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.

f

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

Services — Business & Education Associations

Fairbanks Arts Association

f

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 PO Box 70164, Fairbanks, AK 99707 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

North Star Council on Aging Fairbanks Senior Center f 1424 Moore St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-1735, Fax: (907) 451-9974 www.fairbanksseniorcenter.org Serves seniors in Fairbanks and welcomes new friends.

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Education

Industry/Economic Development

Catholic Schools of Fairbanks f PO Box 71620, Fairbanks, AK 99707 615 Monroe St, Fairbanks (907) 456-4574 info@catholic-schools.org, www.catholic-schools.org Offering PreK through 12th grade. To schedule a tour, please give us a call.

UAF Community & Technical College f 604 Barnette St, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 455-2800, Fax: (907) 455-2864 Toll Free: (877) 882-8827 uafctc@uaf.edu, www.ctc.uaf.edu Part of the University of Alaska Fairbanks, providing quality education from academic programs to specialized training.

United Way of the Tanana Valley f

Alaska Aerofuel, Inc.

f

PO Box 60669, Fairbanks, AK 99706 5855 Aerofuel Pl, 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.

Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce f 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!

Usibelli Coal Mine, Inc.  f

PO Box 74396, Fairbanks, AK 99707 815 2nd Ave, Fairbanks (907) 452-7211, Fax: (907) 452-7270 info@unitedwaytv.com, www.unitedwaytv.com Advancing the common good by creating opportunities for a better life for all.

100 Cushman St, Ste 210, Fairbanks, AK 99701 (907) 452-2625, Fax: (907) 451-6543 info@usibelli.com, www.usibelli.com Alaska’s only operational coal mine headquartered in Healy, Alaska.

Marketing/Promotions

Fairbanks Economic Development Corporation f

University of Alaska Fairbanks f (907) 474-7211 www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit/#daily Move your mind and body at UAF. Wooded trails, concerts, muskoxen, art galleries and much more await.

If you stay a little longer, you can even get a degree!

Tours Mon-Fri, 10am and 2pm: 1-800-478-1823 or www.uaf.edu/admissions/visit/#daily. (see also Nature/ Wildlife Viewing, Sightseeing)

330 Wendell Ave, Ste E, 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.

University of Alaska Fairbanks Summer Sessions f

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

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!

Financial Services

Cook & Haugeberg LLC CPAs

f

Gold City Brochure Placement Service 

The Pen Guy  f PO Box 55925, North Pole, AK 99705 (907) 456-4604 sales@thepenguy.biz, www.thepenguy.biz Pens, hats, bags, magnets, notepads—1000’s of quality promotional items.

Media

Astralis Productions

f

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.

PO Box 752012, Fairbanks, AK 99775 2170 Toboggan Ln, Fairbanks (907) 322-3460 tristan@astralisproductions.com www.astralisproductions.com Stunning aurora time-lapse on Blu-ray and DVD! www.astralisproductions.com

Kohler, Schmitt & Hutchison, P.C. f

Fairbanks Daily News-Miner

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.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

f

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

f

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.

51

Denali Neighbors 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 the 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.

Š Partick Endres/AlaskaPhotoGraphics.com

Area covered in this section

52

INDEX

Enjoy a grand view of the mountain from a bus tour into Denali National Park and Preserve.

Activities, Attractions & Tours 53 Food & Drink 54 Accommodations 54 Transportation 56 Trip Planning 56

Denali Neighbors

Activities, Attractions & Tours Adventure/Ecotours Alaska Railroad

f

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)

Denali ATV Adventures  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.

Denali Jeep Excursions



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 Geo. Traveler) in 4-door Jeep Wranglers. Views of Denali, the Alaska Range & glaciers (weather allowing). Wildlife likely. Car seats available. Tours 9:30am, 5:30pm.

Circle 19 on Reader Response Card

Denali Outdoor Center, Inc. 

Doyon Tourism, 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 Guided whitewater raft, kayak and mtn. bike tours daily. Open May to Sept. (see also Cabins, Campgrounds/ RV Parks, Fishing/River Excursions)

1 Doyon Pl, 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 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)

Denali Park Village



3000 C St, Ste 101, Anchorage, AK 99503 Mile 231.1 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (800) 276-7234, Fax: (907) 264-4608 Toll Free: (800) 276-7234 info@denaliparkvillage.com www.denaliparkvillage.com Bus tours, hiking, rafting, Cabin Nite Dinner Theatre. (see also Lodges)

Denali Park Zipline  PO Box 311, Healy, AK 99743 Mile 238.6 Parks Highway, Denali Park (907) 683-2947, Fax: (907) 683-3337 info@denalizipline.com, www.denalizipline.com Denali area’s ONLY zipline tour! 6 suspension bridges & 8 thrilling zips!

Denali Tundra Tours  PO Box 462, Healy, AK 99743 Mile 4.5 Stampede Rd, Healy (907) 683-2746, Fax: (907) 687-2790 info@denalitundratours.com www.denalitundratours.com Locally owned/family operated, we offer a uniquely Alaskan experience driving the rugged & amphibious Argo ATV. Or take in Denali’s beauty on the tranquil Alaskan Tundra Picnic Tour. Rated on TripAdvisor as a Denali favorite! Multiple tours daily; custom tours available.

Dog Mushing

Husky Homestead  PO Box 48, Denali Park, AK 99755 Mile 229 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-2904, Fax: (907) 683-2906 info@huskyhomestead.com www.huskyhomestead.com Experience a true Alaskan lifestyle at Husky Homestead, home of Iditarod champion Jeff King. Be greeted by cuddly puppies & get a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into creating a championship team and carving a life in Alaska’s Interior. A top-rated Alaska Land Tour.

Fishing/River Excursions Denali Fly Fishing Guides, LLC 

PO Box 156, Cantwell, AK 99729 Mile 214 Parks Hwy, Cantwell (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.

Circle 20 on Reader Response Card

Circle 21 on Reader Response Card  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.



Accessible as defined by individual businesses

Circle 22 on Reader Response Card

53

Denali Neighbors 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)

Denali Raft Adventures, Inc.



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.

Flightseeing/Aviation Denali Air



PO Box 82, Denali National Park, AK 99755 Mile 229.3 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-2261, Fax: (907) 683-1347 flightseeing@denaliair.com, www.denaliair.com Circumnavigate Denali and tour the Alaska Range in Denali National Park.

Era Helicopters



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 Denali. Land on and explore a glacier or take a heli-hiking adventure. Also available in Juneau.

Fly Denali, Inc.  PO Box 134, Denali Park, AK 99755 Healy River State Airport, Healy (907) 683-2359, Fax: (907) 683-2358 Toll Free: (877) 770-2359 info@flydenali.com, www.flydenali.com Experience the part of the Park you can only see by airplane. Stand on pristine glaciers!

Stampede Aviation  1208 Red Bird Ln, Granbury, TX 76048 Mile 238.6 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-2191, Fax: (907) 290-2121 Toll Free: (800) 604-5052 info@stampedeaviation.com www.stampedeaviation.com Tours of Denali and flights to/from Anchorage, Fairbanks and the Arctic Circle.

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 Denali flightseeing & glacier landings since 1947. Free brochure.

Sightseeing

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.mahaysriverboat.com Ride a Jetboat—learn local history. Class 5 rapids, Denali. Fun & unique.

Food & Drink Casual Dining

Black Diamond Resort Co  PO Box 11, Healy, AK 99743 One Mile Otto Lake Rd, Healy (907) 683-4653, Fax: (907) 683-4655 blackdiamondresortco@gmail.com www.blackdiamondresortco.com Full-service restaurant, ATV, golf & draft-horse-drawn covered wagon tours.

Accommodations Cabins

Alaska Denali Travel



1301 Parks Hwy, Ste 5, Wasilla, AK 99654 Mile 229 Parks Hwy, Denali Park Toll Free: (800) 808-8068, Fax: (907) 376-1999 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.

Cabins and camping are dry with a shared kitchen, shower and laundry facility. (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Campgrounds/RV Parks, Fishing/River Excursions)

Hotels/Motels

Alaska Denali Travel



1301 Parks Hwy, Ste 5, Wasilla, AK 99654 Mile 229 Parks Hwy, Denali Park Toll Free: (800) 808-8068, Fax: (907) 376-1999 info@alaskadenalitravel.com www.alaskadenalitravel.com Convenient cabins, Kantishna Lodge, narrated park trips, other activities. (see also Cabins)

Denali Bluffs Hotel



2702 Denali Street, 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.

Denali Grizzly Bear Resort



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)

Denali Rainbow Village RV Park & Motel  PO Box 231322, Anchorage, AK 99523 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)

Grande Denali Lodge



2702 Denali St, Ste 100, Anchorage, AK 99503 Mile 238 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (907) 683-5100, Fax: (866) 257-8450 Toll Free: (855) 683-8600 www.denalialaska.com See panoramic views of Sugarloaf Mountain and Denali National Park. Join us high above it all at the Grande Denali Lodge. Comfortable rooms, Alaskan hospitality and great food at the Alpenglow Restaurant and Peak Spirits Lounge. We sell out early for a reason — the view.

Motel Nord Haven

f

PO Box 458, Healy, AK 99743 Mile 249.5 Parks Hwy, Healy (907) 683-4500, Fax: (907) 683-4503 Toll Free: (800) 683-4501 info@motelnordhaven.com www.motelnordhaven.com Non-smoking lodging near Denali but away from the crowd. Bring your family!

Park’s Edge  PO Box 41, Healy, AK 99743 1/2 Mile Hilltop Rd, Turn at 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.

54

Circle 23 on Reader Response Card www.explorefairbanks.com

Denali Neighbors

(907) 683-1925 • www.denalioutdoorcenter.com $82-96

Park’s Edge 

3

•

nge *

Alaska Denali Travel  Denali Bluffs Hotel  Denali Grizzly Bear Resort  Denali Rainbow Village RV Park & Motel 

•

•

•

•

#Ro o

e Ra Pric

Hotels & Motels

WiF i on A ppr ova

•

•

ms Brea kfas t In cl’d Mic row ave /Frig Rest . aura nt Pho ne Inte rnet /Wi Fi Shu ttle Serv ice Poo l/Fit nes s Ce Pets nter on A ppr ova l

(907) 683-4343 • www.parks-edge.com $100-165 7

net/ TV

•

(800) 808-8068 • www.alaskadenalitravel.com $136-289 46

Denali Outdoor Center, Inc. 

Pets

ndr y Priv at e Bath Pho ne

•

•

L au

s

hen

Kitc

Inte r

Alaska Denali Travel 

Brea k

#Ca bin

Pric

Cabins

fast

e Ra

nge *

Incl ’d

l

Accommodations At-a-Glance

(800) 808-8068 • www.alaskadenalitravel.com $142-289 46

•

•

•

•

(907) 683-5100 • www.denalialaska.com $139-189 112

•

•

•

•

(907) 683-2696 • www.denaligrizzlybear.com $69-269 105

•

•

(907) 683-7777 • www.denalirv.com $125-295 11

•

•

Grande Denali Lodge 

(907) 683-5100 • www.denalialaska.com $179-299 166

•

•

•

Motel Nord Haven  f

(907) 683-4500 • www.motelnordhaven.com $75-169 28 S

•

•

•

•

•

•

#Ro

ova

l

•

•

on A

•

•

Pets

•

(907) 683-2282 • www.princesslodges.com $199-399 656 •

Pric

ppr

ive TV

e In

Pric

(800) 276-7234 • www.denaliparkvillage.com $219-399 236 •

10 •

32 • • • (907) 374-3041 • www.seedenali.com $495/person •

Denali Outdoor Center, Inc. 

(907) 683-1925 • www.denalioutdoorcenter.com

ry und

ghs

ets/

TIck

Inte

rou

wer

Sho

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

38

-Th Pull

s/La

its k-U

Hoo

ps

n atio

ic/F

Picn

ire P

Dum

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

(907) 832-5230 or (907) 328-9398 • www.nenanacamping.com $15-34 45

•

•

•

•

•

•

Denali Rainbow Village RV Park & Motel 

$12

p St

ook s ace #Sp

(907) 683-2696 • www.denaligrizzlybear.com $26-38 42

Cab le

Denali Grizzly Bear Resort 

TV H

* nge e Ra Pric

RV Parks & Campgrounds

•

k rnet /Wi Fi Pets on A ppr ova l

•

Des

•

Up

(907) 733-2900 • www.princesslodges.com $149-199 460 •

Tou r

Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge 

Nenana RV Park & Campground 

clus

ies

vitie

tivit

Acti

Win te

r Ac

Sum

mer

Bath

ate

•

$75

Priv

•

Denali Park Village 

Doyon Tourism, Inc. 

rnet

•

(907) 743-0565 • www.alpinecreeklodge.com

Inte

•

Alpine Creek Lodge  f

Pho

•

Lodges Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge 

ne

om

s

e Ra

/Wi

nge

*

Fi

s

•

(907) 683-7777 • www.denalirv.com $25-45 64

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

a/Mich of Alask © State

Wildlife Viewing Many people come to Alaska with the hopes of sighting wildlife. In addition to Denali National Park, Fairbanks is the headquarters for 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 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.

ael DeY oung

*Price range listing does not include local bed tax. S - Summer only.

55

Denali Neighbors Lodges

Doyon Tourism, Inc.

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 receded glacial valleys! Come on by for ATV tours, fishing, hiking and so much more!

Denali Park Village



3000 C St, Ste 101, Anchorage, AK 99503 Mile 231.1 Parks Hwy, Denali Park (800) 276-7234, Fax: (907) 264-4608 Toll Free: (800) 276-7234 info@denaliparkvillage.com www.denaliparkvillage.com Luxury lodge & cabin accommodations in the heart of AK. (see also Adventure/Ecotours)

Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge  Mile 238.5 Parks Hwy, Denali Park, AK 99755 (907) 683-2282, Fax: (907) 683-2545 Toll Free: (800) 426-0500 aklodges@princesscruises.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.



1 Doyon Pl, 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@princesscruises.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, wall of windows framing Denali, tour desk, nature trails and a variety of dining options. Rail tours available from Fairbanks and Anchorage.

Campgrounds/RV Parks Denali Grizzly Bear Resort



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 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 Peaceful and private camping 10 minutes north of DNP entrance. Great views! (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Cabins, Fishing/River Excursions)

Denali Rainbow Village RV Park & Motel  PO Box 231322, Anchorage, AK 99523 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)

Nenana RV Park & Campground  PO Box 372, Galena, AK 99741 210 E 4th St, Nenana (907) 832-5230 or (907) 328-9398 reservations@nenanacamping.com www.nenanacamping.com Between Fairbanks and Denali off the Parks Hwy. Discounts available!

Transportation Ground/Public Transportation Alaska Railroad

f

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 The best views are on the best train in the world—the Alaska Railroad! (see also Adventure/Ecotours, Fairbanks - Adventure/Ecotours, Ground/Public Transportation)

AlaskaTrain.com

f

9170 Jewel Lake Rd, Ste 204, Anchorage, AK 99502 (907) 245-0200, Fax: (907) 245-0400 Toll Free: (800) 266-8625 info@alaskatrain.com, www.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 Fairbanks - Ground/Public Transportation)

Trip Planning Travel Agents/ Trip Planners

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, Fairbanks - Travel Agents/Trip Planners)

Visitor Information

Denali Chamber of Commerce  f PO Box 437, Healy, AK 99743 Mile .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.

Denali Summer Times  f 2440 E Tudor Rd, 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.

56

Circle 24 on Reader Response Card  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

www.explorefairbanks.com

Interior Neighbors 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 visitors.

© Partick Endres/AlaskaPhotoGraphics.com

Area covered in this section

A moose passes by the trans-Alaska pipeline near the Alaska Range.

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

INDEX Activities, Attractions & Tours 58 Accommodations 58 Trip Planning 58 Services — Business & Education 59

57

Interior Neighbors

Arctic Man Ski and Sno-Go Classic f 416 Slater Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99701 Mile 196 Richardson Hwy, Summit Lake (907) 456-2626, Fax: (907) 456-2626 arcticmn@gci.net, www.arcticman.com High-speed race where snowmachiners pull skiers on a 5.5-mile course.

val Bath Sha red Bath Pets on A ppr o

t al B kfst Brea kfas t Inte rnet /Wi F i Pho ne TV

inen

Full

Con t

Priv at e

•

•

#Ro o

ms Brea kfas t In cl’d Mic row ave /Frig Rest . aura nt Pho ne Inte rnet /Wi Fi Shu ttle Serv ice Poo l/Fit nes s Ce Pets nter on A ppr ova l

•

l ova ppr

mer Acti vitie Win s ter Acti v ities Pric e In clus ive TV

•

•

•

on A Pets

•

Sum

Fi

Bath

Priv

ate

/Wi rnet

ne

s om

$139-199 85

•

*Price range listing does not include local bed tax. OH - Outhouse.

Accommodations

Trip Planning

Falcon Inn Bed and Breakfast



PO Box 136, Eagle, AK 99738 220 Front St, Eagle (907) 547-2254 falconinn@gmail.com www.falconinnlodgelogcabins.com A beautiful log lodge in Eagle, Alaska, on the banks of the Yukon River.

Hotels/Motels

Kelly’s Alaska Country Inn

Visitor Information

Copper Valley Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center



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

Nenana Valley Visitors Center 

f

PO Box 849FG, Delta Junction, AK 99737 1616 Richardson Hwy, Delta Junction (907) 895-4667, Fax: (907) 895-4481 office@kellysaci.com www.kellysalaskacountryinn.com End of AK Hwy! Clean rooms, WiFi, phone, TV, refrigerator, in-room coffee.

Lodges

Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge  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@princesscruises.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.

58

Inte

Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge  (907) 822-4000 • www.princesslodges.com

Circle District Historical Society 

Winter Activities

#Ro o

nge * e Ra Pric nge *

Lodges

Museums

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.

•

Kelly’s Alaska Country Inn  f (907) 895-4667 • www.kellysalaskacountryinn.com $109-189 22 • • •



PO Box 70, Chicken, AK 99732 1/4 Mile Airport Rd, Chicken (907) 782-4427 chickenrvpark@gmail.com, www.chickengold.com Campground, cabins, café, espresso, gift shop, gold panning, gold dredge tour.

•

Pho

Chicken Gold Camp & Outpost

Hotels & Motels

•

#Ro

Gold/Frontier History

e Ra

f

PO Box 462, Nenana, AK 99760 4 Mile Rd, Nenana (907) 888-0365 bckennel@mtaonline.net, www.billcotterkennel.com Take a ride with the great dogs of the Iditarod. Tours have a personal touch.

$99-145 5

*

Cotter’s Kennel Sled Dog Tours

Falcon Inn Bed and Breakfast  (907) 547-2254 • falconinnlodgelogcabins.com

nge

Dog Mushing

Bed & Breakfasts

Pric



4978 Drake St, Fairbanks, AK 99709 (907) 230-5572 paulsherry@gci.net Customized 1-2 day small group tours on wild and scenic rivers. Combined rail, river and air itinerary. Experience the Athabascan subsistence lifestyle in three historic river towns. Wildlife viewing, fishing opportunities.

Home cooking and hot springs bath. Native owned.

e Ra

Minto Alaska River Journeys

Pric

Adventure/Ecotours

ms

Accommodations At-a-Glance

Activities, Attractions & Tours

PO Box 70, Nenana, AK 99760 Mile 301 Parks Hwy, Nenana (907) 832-5435 Visitor Information Center sponsored by Nenana Ice Classic—Alaska’s biggest guessing game since 1917.

North Pole Community Chamber of Commerce  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.

Talkeetna Chamber of Commerce  PO Box 334, Talkeetna, AK 99676 (907) 414-0376 info@talkeetnachamber.org Talkeetna, where the road ends and life begins!

www.explorefairbanks.com

Interior Neighbors Tok Chamber of Commerce



Services — Business & Education

PO Box 389, Tok, AK 99780 (907) 883-5775, Fax: (907) 883-5774 info@tokalaskainfo.com, www.tokalaskainfo.com Complete statewide trip planning information center, brochures, Alaskan displays.

Industry/Economic Development

Delta Chamber of Commerce



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

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 world-renowned 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.

As a military spouse, I have travelled extensively in the continental US. I have never lived in a place quite like Fairbanks. The friendly people and sense of community here are unsurpassed by any other area I have lived in. Fairbanks truly is the “Golden Heart City” and it is the people that make it that way. You will not find more welcoming, warm people than you do in Alaska’s Interior. Combine that with the beauty of the Fairbanks area and the incredible year-round outdoor activities available, it does not get any better than this.

I am proud of Fairbanks and the beauty surrounding us. I love to share this with all people that come to live here or visit the area. What better outlet than being a Golden Heart Greeter.

I get to share my love for Alaska and knowledge of state with everyone. I help my community by promoting the Fairbanks area any chance I get and participate in various community events.

Jutta Pence, 2015 Golden Heart Greeter of the Year

Explore

Fairban

ks

The Copper River Valley features the towns of Glennallen, Copper Center, Gulkana and Gakona rich with gold rush history and Alaska Native culture.

The final leg of the corridor ends in Valdez, established by turn-of-the-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.

Meet A Real Alaskan

© State of Alaska/Michael DeYoung

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.

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

59

Arctic Neighbors Experience the vast wilderness panoramas, tundraladen 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: the Brooks Range, Coldfoot, Wiseman, Fort Yukon, Bettles, Anaktuvuk Pass, Prudhoe Bay and Kaktovik. Enjoy village tours, cultural programs, historic sites, the aurora borealis, wildlife viewing and more.

A journey to the Arctic will be remembered forever. Go way up north, above the Arctic Circle, beyond the last tree to where the Arctic tundra transforms the world into a place of nuanced, graceful, mysterious beauty.

Š State of Alaska/Michael DeYoung

Area covered in this section

60

INDEX

An aerial view of the Anaktuvuk River Valley in Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve.

Activities, Attractions & Tours 61 Accommodations 61 Shopping 62 Transportation 62

Arctic Neighbors l Inte rnet /Wi Fi Pets on A ppr ova

TV

ndr y Priv at e Bath Pho ne

L au

Incl ’d fast

hen

Kitc

s

nge *

Coldfoot Camp  f (907) 474-3500 • www.coldfootcamp.com

Brea k

#Ca bin

e Ra

Hotels & Motels

•

•

ms Brea kfas t In cl’d Mic row ave /Frig Rest . aura nt Pho ne Inte rnet /Wi Fi Shu ttle Serv ice Poo l/Fit nes s Ce Pets nter on A ppr ova l

Stevens Village, AK (907) 385-3082 Wonderful year-round wilderness experience. Trapline tours in winter.

Arctic Getaway Cabin & Breakfast  f (907) 678-4456 • www.arcticgetaway.com $110-275 3

#Ro o

Yukon River Northern Lights Viewing Center  f

Cabins

Pric

PO Box 48, Beaver, AK 99724 1600 Riverview Dr, Beaver (907) 628-6622 beavertours@yahoo.com, www.beavertours.net Activities and lodging along the Arctic Circle in the historic village of Beaver. (see also Lodges)

nge *

Beaver Tours  f

e Ra

Adventure/Ecotours

Accommodations At-a-Glance

Pric

Activities, Attractions & Tours

$199-219 81 • •

Accommodations

Deadhorse Camp  f (907) 474-3565 • www.deadhorsecamp.com $199-219 26 • •

Cabins

Top of the World Hotel  f (907) 852-3900 • www.tundratoursinc.com

$236-287 70

•

Yukon River Camp  (907) 474-3557 • www.yukonrivercamp.com

$199-219 24

•

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

•

•

•

F

•

*Price range listing does not include local bed tax. F - Fitness Center only.

Hotels/Motels

Coldfoot Camp  f 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.

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.

Top of the World Hotel

f

PO Box 189, Barrow, AK 99723 3060 Eben Hopson St, Barrow (907) 852-3900, Fax: (907) 852-6752 twh@tundratoursinc.com, www.tundratoursinc.com Top of the World Hotel, adventure, enjoy, relax. www.tundratours.com.

Yukon River Camp 

Lodges

Beaver Tours  f PO Box 48, Beaver, AK 99724 1600 Riverview Dr, Beaver (907) 628-6622 beavertours@yahoo.com, www.beavertours.net Activities and lodging along the Arctic Circle in the historic village of Beaver. (see also Adventure/Ecotours)

PO Box 81512, Fairbanks, AK 99708 Mile 56 Dalton Hwy, Yukon Crossing (907) 474-3557, Fax: (907) 474-4767 adventure@northernalaska.com www.yukonrivercamp.com Alaskan salmon, halibut & burgers at the Yukon River.

Rooms, gifts & fuel.

Fairbanks—the core of Alaska’s Arctic Just 140 air miles or 195 road miles below the Arctic Circle, Fairbanks is the farthest north city in Alaska and in the United States accessible by air, road and rail. This location affords Fairbanks the most advantageous position to access, research, promote and support the Arctic. Fairbanks has long had a symbiotic relationship with the Arctic region. Local businesses provide transportation and innovative services to Arctic neighbors. The University of Alaska Fairbanks is devoted to a wide variety of Arctic studies. The regional military bases recognize the strategic location and singular environment the area provides. Fairbanks visitors can easily take an extraordinary tour north above the Arctic Circle by road or plane.

These elements come together in Fairbanks to create a local core on the cutting edge of all things integral to the Arctic.

Arctic Council: The culmination of the US Chairmanship of the Arctic Council takes place here in Fairbanks during the Ministerial meeting in May. Be on the look out for public events May 8-12 to be held around this prestigious international gathering.  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses Accessible as defined by individual businesses

61

Shopping

Transportation

Gift Shops/ Specialty Goods

Air Transportation

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.

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.

Circle 25 on Reader Response Card

Fishing 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. South Fairbanks offers Tanana Lakes Recreation Area and near the city of North Pole you’ll find Chena Lake Recreation Area—both convenient places to wet your line, summer or winter.

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 alpine specialties like northern wheatear, surfbird and willow and rock ptarmigan. Don’t forget your binoculars to scope close-up views.

Sherman Hogue/ Explore Fairbanks

Circle 25 on Reader Response Card

Brooks Range Aviation 

Reinha rd Neu ha & Raft Adventu user/Alaska F ishing res

Arctic Neighbors

62

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

www.explorefairbanks.com

Alaskan Neighbors It is hard to imagine how beautiful, expansive and diverse Alaska is—from the Inside Passage, to the Anchorage area, to the Aleutian Islands. Our Alaskan neighbors in these regions endeavor 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.

© State of Alaska/Michael DeYoung

Area covered in this section

Get an up close view of a glacial iceberg during a kayak tour out of Valdez, Alaska.

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

INDEX Activities, Attractions & Tours 64 Arts, Culture & Entertainment 64 Shopping 64 Accommodations 64 Transportation 64 Trip Planning 64 Services — Business & Education 66

63

Alaskan Neighbors

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.

Museums

Alaska Museum of Science & Nature f 201 N Bragaw St, Anchorage, AK 99508 (907) 274-2400 www.alaskamuseum.org Learn about Alaskan animals, fossils and geology.

Hands-on exhibits for kids!

Alaska Veterans Museum

f

PO Box 773364, Eagle River, AK 99577 333 W 4th Ave, Ste 227, Anchorage (907) 677-8802, Fax: (907) 696-4904 snorak@mtaonline.net, www.alaskaveterans.com Enjoy Alaska’s military history—all 5 services. $3 admission; members free.

Atlin Historical Society  Box 111, Atlin, BC V0W 1A0 3rd or Trainer, Atlin (250) 651-7522 atlinhistoricalsociety@gmail.com www.discoveratlin.com Atlin Arts & Music Festival in July. Easy access from Whitehorse or Skagway.

Nature/Wildlife Viewing Kenai Fjords Tours



900 W 5th Ave, Ste 100, Anchorage, AK 99501 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

Major Marine Tours



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.

Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC



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)

Winter Activities

Salmon Berry Tours  f 515 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 278-3572, Fax: (907) 278-3573 Toll Free: (888) 878-3572 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!

Arts, Culture & Entertainment Alaska 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.

Shopping Gift Shops/Specialty Goods Made In Alaska

f

550 W 7th Ave, Ste 1770, Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 269-8150, Fax: (907) 269-8147 madeinalaska@alaska.gov, www.madeinalaska.org Buy the Bear! Look for the logo to ensure your products are Alaska made.

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.

64

Circle 26 on Reader Response Card

Accommodations Hotels/Motels Hotel Seward  f

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.

Lodges

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.

Tsaina Lodge



PO Box 3281, Valdez, AK 99686 Mile 35 Richardson Highway, Valdez (907) 835-3535 info@tsainalodge.com, www.tsainalodge.com Located 35 miles from Valdez, in beautiful Thompson Pass, Tsaina Lodge boasts spectacular glacier views.

With contemporary styling and modern rooms, Tsaina Lodge offers fine dining and casual cuisine in our bar.

Private baths, Tempur-Pedic mattresses. Breakfast included.

Transportation Marine Transportation Alaska Marine Highway

f

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

Trip Planning Travel Agents/ Trip Planners

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)

Alaska Travel Connections LLC f 1125 W Balboa Dr, Wasilla, AK 99654 (907) 315-3026 info@alaskatravelconnections.com www.alaskatravelconnections.com We customize Alaska vacations for individual travelers and small groups.

Alaskatours.com

f

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. www.explorefairbanks.com

Alaskan Neighbors fast Incl ’d Mic row ave /Frig Rest . aura nt Pho ne Inte rnet /Wi Fi Shu ttle Serv ice P oo l/Fit nes s Ce Pets nter on A ppr ova l

ms

Brea k

Pric

Hotels & Motels

#Ro o

e Ra

nge *

Accommodations At-a-Glance

•

$179-299 24

•

•

l ppr ova on A

•

*Price range listing does not include local bed tax. F - Fitness Center only.

Aurora Expeditions

f

PO Box 111831, Anchorage, AK 99516 7300 Big Mountain Dr, Anchorage (907) 331-0588 op@aexak.com, www.aexak.com Aurora Expeditions offers comprehensive Chinese tourism services in Alaska.

HAI Shirokuma Tours, LLC  f

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

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.

Discover Kodiak

John Hall’s Alaska 

Girdwood Chamber of Commerce  f

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.

Visitor Information

Bellingham/Whatcom County Tourism 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.visithaines.com Haines—The Adventure Capital of Alaska!

Homer Chamber of Commerce f

Pets

mer A ct i vitie Win s ter A ct i v ities Pric e In clus ive TV

•

Sum

Bath

net/

Priv

$175-275 35

Tsaina Lodge  (907) 835-3535 • www.tsainalodge.com

Pho

Kennicott Glacier Lodge  (907) 258-2350 • www.kennicottlodge.com

Pric

Inte r

ate

ms

ne

Lodges

#Ro o

e Ra

nge *

WiF i

Hotel Seward  f (907) 224-8001 • www.hotelsewardalaska.com $80-400 58 • • • • • F

Haines Convention & Visitors Bureau f

f

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!

PO Box 1313, Girdwood, AK 99587 girdwoodchamber@gmail.com Where Alaska comes to play. Located 36 miles south of Anchorage.

Greater Whittier Chamber of Commerce  f PO Box 607, Whittier, AK 99693 Gateway to Prince William Sound. Adventures, day cruises, fishing, hiking and more.

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!

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.

Ketchikan Visitors Bureau

f

50 Front St, Ste 203, Ketchikan, AK 99901 131 Front St, 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.

Klondike Visitors Association f 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 Dawson City—making the North great since ’98! See what all the fuss is about.

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.

Bethel Chamber of Commerce f 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.

Circle 27 on Reader Response Card  Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

Circle 28 on Reader Response Card

65

Alaskan Neighbors Mat-Su Convention & Visitors Bureau f 610 S Bailey St, Ste 201, Palmer, AK 99645 (907) 746-5000, Fax: (907) 746-2688 info@alaskavisit.com, www.alaskavisit.com Visit the Mat-Su Valley! Home of Denali, Iditarod, Matanuska Glacier, the Alaska State Fair and Hatcher Pass. Visit Palmer, Wasilla and Talkeetna. Go to alaskavisit.com to request your free guide to this majestic area that is filled with adventure at every turn in the road.

Morris Alaska - Alaska Magazine, The Milepost, and Where Alaska  f 301 Arctic Slope Ave, Ste 350, Anchorage, AK 99518 (907) 275-2107, Fax: (907) 275-2176 sharon.leighow@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.

North of Ordinary Publications  f PO Box 141, Carcross, YT Y0B 1B0 www.northofordinary.com A magazine about the people & places of the Yukon & Alaska. Download free copy.

Visitor Information Center Watson Lake 

Seward Chamber of Commerce, Conference & Visitors Bureau f

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.

PO Box 749, Seward, AK 99664 2001 Seward Hwy, Seward (907) 224-8051, Fax: (907) 224-5353 visitseward@seward.com, www.seward.com Outdoor adventure, culture, scenic wonders.

Seward.com—Alaska starts here!

Sitka Chamber of Commerce

Yukon Convention Bureau  f

f

104 Lake St, Sitka, AK 99835 (907) 747-9676 sitkachamber.membership@gmail.com www.sitka.org Part Russian, part Tlingit, totally beautiful. Contact us for visitor info.

Skagway Convention & Visitors Bureau  f 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.

Soldotna Chamber of Commerce f 44790 Sterling Hwy, Soldotna, AK 99669 (907) 262-9814, Fax: (907) 262-3566 www.visitsoldotna.com Located in the heart of Alaska’s Kenai Peninsula. Free recreation guide.

Unalaska/Port of Dutch Harbor CVB  f 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!

Valdez Convention & Visitors Bureau f PO Box 1603, Valdez, AK 99686 309 Fairbanks St, Valdez (907) 835-2984, Fax: (907) 835-4845 info@valdezalaska.org, www.valdezalaska.org Even Mother Nature has favorites—see why—visit Valdez. Call/log on for info.

Visit Anchorage

f

Services — Business & Education Associations

Cruise Lines International Association Alaska f 360 K St, Ste 300, Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 339-9340, Fax: (907) 339-9368 info@akcruise.org, www.cliaalaska.org Building partnerships with the cruise lines and Alaskans.

Marketing/Promotions

Alaska Native Directory Magazine CBG USA Inc.  f 9138 Arlon St, Ste A3-592, Anchorage, AK 99507 (907) 727-7049, Fax: (907) 222-6206 publish@ak.net, www.cbgusa.com Alaska’s finest guide to American Indians & AK Natives.

Free copies available.

Media

Alaska Dispatch News  f PO Box 149001, Anchorage, AK 99515 300 W 31st Ave, Anchorage (907) 257-4200, Fax: (907) 279-8170 Toll Free: (800) 478-4200 www.adn.com News and voices from the Last Frontier.

Expedia, Inc.  f PO Box 1781, Girdwood, AK 99587 333 108th Ave NE, Bellevue (907) 382-4016 www.expedia.com Expedia is the world’s largest online travel agency. Join us today!

Publications/Publishers Journal Graphics Commercial Printers  f

2840 NW 35th Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (503) 221-3331, Fax: (503) 552-3653 Toll Free: (866) 885-9103 dan.deardorff@journalgraphics.com www.journalgraphics.com World class print and mail for Visitors Guides, magazines and publications. © State of Alaska/Michael DeYoung

524 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 276-4118, Fax: (907) 278-5559 Toll Free: (800) 478-1255 info@anchorage.net, www.anchorage.net Anchorage. Big Wild Life™.

3-1109 Front St-White Pass Bldg, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 5G4 (867) 668-3555, Fax: (867) 668-3550 info@ycb.ca, www.meetingsyukon.com Yukon—Experience the Rush

66

 Open summer only, f Open winter only,  f Open year-round.

Accessible as defined by individual businesses

www.explorefairbanks.com

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

© Patrick Endres/AlaskaPhotoGraphics.com

In this section of the guide, find travel tips discussing the region’s climate, dress, accommodations, dining and shopping. Then read about Fairbanks’ location, population and current industries.

Next, Alaska, Denali, Fairbanks and North Pole maps are provided. Lastly, information about transportation to, as well as within, the state is offered.

A motorhome heads down the Richardson Highway south of Fairbanks with a view of Mt. Hayes and the Alaska Range in the distance.

67

Travel Tips

Fairbanks enjoys the summer’s midnight sun, the aurora or northern lights season from August 21 through April 21 and winter’s robust activities.

The Brooks Range north of Fairbanks 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 consistent snow cover from mid-October through March, with temperatures averaging 8°F to -19°F (-13° to -28°C).

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, homestays 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

Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

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

68

produce, meat and fish in their recipes.

Try reindeer sausage or grilled Alaskan salmon alongside home-grown Yukon gold potatoes and sweet baby carrots.

Shopping

Gifts sold in Alaska include necessity- and natureinspired Alaska Native arts and crafts and “Made in Alaska” merchandise created by small local businesses. Whether you are looking for that perfect souvenir to remember your journey or presents for friends and family, you will find authentic, eye-catching gifts here in the heart of Alaska.

General Information

The Fairbanks North Star Borough, which includes the cities of Fairbanks and North Pole, has a population of nearly 100,000 residents and attracts around 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, present 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 (AKST), 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.

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.

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

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. The university campus is 2,250 acres and has students that hail from all over the lower 48 and the world. Founded in 1917 when Alaska was still a territory, America’s northernmost university celebrates its centennial anniversary this year.

Fairbanks Industries

Oil, mining and cold weather testing all play a significant role in the Fairbanks economy. Fairbanks is the midpoint of the 800-mile 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.

UA Museum of the North

Patricia Fisher

Need to know Weather

www.explorefairbanks.com

69

Travel Tips

70

Travel Tips

71

Travel Tips

There are three communities near Fairbanks. Fox is nine miles to the northeast on the Steese Highway, the city of North Pole is 13 miles to the southeast off the Richardson Highway and Ester is six miles to the west of Fairbanks on the Parks Highway. Popular Chena Hot Springs Road is three miles north of Fairbanks off the Steese Highway.

72

www.explorefairbanks.com

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 747 and a Piper Cub on parallel runways. For pilots, Fairbanks International Airport is 94% VFR and 99.5% diversion-free.

Domestic: Fairbanks is served yearround with direct flights to and from Seattle by Alaska Airlines and Delta Airlines, and seasonally during the summer by United Airlines with direct flights to and from Minneapolis and Chicago. Each airline that services Fairbanks offers a variety of connecting flights that make getting to Fairbanks easy from anywhere in the US as well as international destinations.

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 other air carriers offer seasonal charter service in the winter from Japan-based and other airports, and China Airlines recently launched direct winter charter flights from Taipei (Taiwan) to Fairbanks.

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

Rail

Northern Alaska Tour Company

The last full-service railroad in the United States, the Alaska Railroad provides daily summer service and a recently expanded winter service between Fair-

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

Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

Transportation Air

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 travel on the Dalton and Denali highway.

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 from Delta Junction through North Pole to Fairbanks.

• The Steese Highway (#6) heads north from Fairbanks 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. If using a rental car make sure that your contract allows travel on the Dalton.

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

Marine

The Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) has been operating yearround since 1963. Eleven vessels offer scheduled passenger and vehicle service to more than 30 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. AMHS: (800) 642-0066

73

Karen Clautice

Who to Call Find that important phone number.

Fairbanks Visitor Information (907) 456-5774 or (800) 327-5774

Alaska Department of Fish & Game....(907) 459-7385 Get information about hunting and fishing licenses

Events (recorded local)...............(907) 456-INFO

Fishing Hotline............................... (907) 459-7385

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

Alaska Marine Highway...................... (800) 642-0066 Customs US................................................. (907) 474-0307 Canada.......................................... (204) 983-3500

Time & Temperature..................................... 844

Hospital............................................. (907) 452-8181

Weather Recorded Weather..................(907) 458-3745 Forecast................................. (800) 472-0391

Police, Fire & Medical Emergency.........................911

Directory Assistance Local.................................................................411 Statewide...................................... (800) 555-1212

State Troopers................................... (907) 451-5100 Rural emergency............................ (800) 811-0911

Alaska Public Lands Information Center (Denali Park info)....................(907) 459-3730

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

Fairbanks

G denotes grid listing on pages 39-40 Numbers in italic denote advertisement 1st Alaska Tours, 25, 27, 31, 32 2 Street Gallery, LLC, 34, 35 7 Gables Inn & Suites, 43, G 9th Ave Hostel, 42, G A Downtown Log Cabin Hideaway, 41, G A Suite Alaskan Inn, 43, G A Taste of Alaska Lodge, 41, 41, 45, G A&P Tours, Inc., 28 A+ Dog Sled Excursions & Tours, 25 Advance Printing Co., Inc., 50 Adventure Flight, LLC, 30 Adventures North, 25 Ah, Rose Marie Downtown Bed & Breakfast, 41, G AIE, Inc., 28 Airlink Shuttle & Tours, 32, 48 AK Buffet, 37 AK Golden Umbrella B&B, 41, G Alaska Aerofuel, Inc., 51 Alaska Affordable Tours & Taxi, 25, 48 Alaska Airlines, 47 Alaska Aurora Adventures, 28 Alaska Auto Rental, 47, 47 Alaska Cab & King Cab, 48 Alaska Camera, 35 Alaska Campground Owners Association, 46 Alaska Feed Company, 35 Alaska Fishing and Raft Adventures, 25, 29 Alaska Grizzly Lodge, 41, G Alaska Haven, 41, G Alaska Heritage House, 41, G Alaska House Art Gallery, 34 Alaska International Senior Games, Inc., 33 Alaska McDonalds, 37 Alaska Mining Hall of Fame, 30 Alaska Northern Lights Tour, 28, 32, 34 Alaska Private Guide Service, 25 Alaska Public Lands Information Center, 49

74

Alaska Railroad, 25, 26, 27, 48, 49 Alaska Raw Fur Co., 36 Alaska Salmon Bake & Palace Theatre, 30, 35, 37, 37 Alaska Skylar Travel LLC, 28, 48, 49 Alaska Step-On-Guides, 32 Alaska Tour & Travel, 49, 49 Alaska Universal Productions, 47 Alaska Wilderness Enterprises, LLC, 29 Alaska Wildlife Cabins and Hostel, 42, G Alaska.org/The Alaska App, 49 Alaska/Yukon Trails, 48 Alaskan Arctic Turtle Tours, 25 Alaskan Gold Rush Fine Jewelry, 34, 36 Alaskan Tails of the Trail with Mary Shields, 26, 26, 28 Alaskan Viewpoint Lodge, 41, G AlaskaTrain.com, 48, 49 Alaska-Wildlife-Guide, 26 An Inn on Minnie Street, 43, G Arctic Fox Stay, 46, G Arctic Outfitters, 26, 49 Arctic Qiviut Custom Fiber Mill, 36 Arctic Travelers Gift Shop, 36 Arctic Wild, LLC, 26 Astralis Productions, 51 Aurora Balloons & Decorating, 47 Aurora Bear - Aurora and Wildlife Photography, 32 Aurora Borealis Lodge, 28, 41, 45, G Aurora Express Forget-Me-Not, 41, G Avis Rent A Car, 47, 48 Ballroom Dance Club of Fairbanks, Inc., 35 Bear Lodge at Wedgewood Resort, Fountainhead Hotels, 43, G Bearfoot Travel Guides, 49 Beaver Sports, 35 Bell’s Alaska Travel Guide, 49 Best Western Chena River Lodge, 43, G Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn, 43, G Bethel Church, 50 Big Daddy’s BBQ, 37 Big Ray’s, 35 Billie’s Backpackers Hostel, 42, G

Birch Leaf Chapel, 46 Birchwood Homes, 51 Bishop’s Jewelry Gallery of Gold & Diamonds, 36 Black Spruce Dog Sledding, 28 Blue Kennels and Dog Sled Trips, 26, 28, 29 Bobby’s Downtown, 38 Boreal Journeys Alaska, 29 Bridgewater Hotel, A Fine Fountainhead Hotel, 43, 44, G Budget Rent A Car, 47 Calypso Farm and Ecology Center, 26 Candlewood Suites Fairbanks, 42, 43, G Canoe Alaska, 27 Carlson Center, 46 Catholic Diocese of Fairbanks, 50 Catholic Schools of Fairbanks, 51 Chandalar River Outfitters, 28, 29, 42, G Chatanika Lodge, 45, G Chena Hot Springs Resort, 28, 28, 29, 30, 34, 37, 44, 45, 46, G Christian Motorcyclists Association, 33 Christmas in Ice, Inc., 34 City of North Pole Tourism, 32 Cold Climate Housing Research Center, 27 Congregation Or HaTzafon, 50 Cook & Haugeberg LLC CPAs, 51 The Cookie Jar Restaurant, 38 Co-op Market Grocery & Deli, 38 The Craft Market, 36 Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge, 32 Dalton Highway Express, 47, 49 Denali State Bank, 50 Denny’s of Alaska, 38 Department of Recreation, Adventure, and Wellness, 33 Dollar Rent A Car, 48 Downtown Association of Fairbanks, 32 Event Travel Management, 47 Explore Fairbanks, 49 Explore Tours, 49 Expressions in Glass, 36 Extended Stay America Fairbanks, 44, G Fairbanks Arts Association, 51 Fairbanks Bed & Breakfast, 42, G

Fairbanks Children’s Museum, 30, 31 Fairbanks Choral Society, 35 Fairbanks Community Museum, 31, 31 Fairbanks Concert Association, 35 Fairbanks Curling Club, Inc., 34 Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, 51 Fairbanks Distilling Company, 37 Fairbanks Dog Sled Rides, 29 Fairbanks Drama Association & Fairbanks Children’s Theatre, 35 Fairbanks Economic Development Corporation, 51 Fairbanks Extended Stays, 44, G Fairbanks Golden Nugget Hotel, 44, G Fairbanks International Hostel, 42, G Fairbanks Memorial Hospital & Denali Center, 50 Fairbanks Moose Manor B&B, 42, G Fairbanks Paddle & Pedal, 27 Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge, 42, 44, 45, G Fairbanks Rollergirls, 33 Fairbanks Snow Sleighers, 27, 28, 34 Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival, 35 Fairbanks Symphony Association, 35 Fairbanks Tennis Association, 33 Fairbanks Trails and Rivers Tour Company, LLC, 29 Fairbikes, LLC, 32 Farewell Avenue Christian Church, 50 Festival Fairbanks, Inc., 32 Festival of Native Arts, 34 First National Bank Alaska, 50 Fjell Blikk Hytte - Mountain Lodge & Knoll House, 46, G The Folk School, 35 Forget-Me-Not Books, 35 Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum at Wedgewood Resort, 30, 31 Fred Meyer, 37 Friends Community Church, 50 Friends of the Tanana Valley Railroad, Inc., 31 The Fudge Pot, 38 Fushimi Japanese Fusion, 38

Gold City Brochure Placement Service, 51 Gold Daughters, 30 Gold Dredge 8, 29, 30, 33 Golden Heart Dog Tours, 29 Golden North Motel of Fairbanks, LLC, 43, 44, G Gondwana Ecotours, 27 GoNorth Alaska Travel Center, 49 GoNorth Car & Camper Rental, 48 Graphic North, Inc., 50 Gray Line Alaska, 32, 33, 49 The Great Alaskan Bowl Company, 32, 36, 36 Great Harvest Bread Co., 38 Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce, 51 Greatland Taxi & Tours Service, 27 Gulliver’s Books & Second Story Cafe, 35 Gwich’in Steering Committee, 51 Hampton Inn and Suites, 44, 44, G Hilltop Truck Stop, 38 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites - Fairbanks, Alaska, 43, 45, G Holy Dog Pet Boarding, Inc., 50 HooDoo Brewing Company, 37 Hot Licks Homemade Ice Cream, 37 Hotel North Pole, 45, G Ice Alaska, 29 Ice Museum, 31 If Only...A Fine Store, 36 Interior Alaska Fish Processors, Inc., 36 Interior Graphics & Printing, 50 Iron Dog, Inc., 33 Jackie of All Trades Catering, 46 Journey Christian Church, 51 JP Jones Community Development Center, 46 Just Short of Magic Sled Dog Tours, 29 KJNP AM/FM/TV, 51 The Knotty Shop, 36 Kohler, Schmitt & Hutchison, P.C., 51 La Quinta Inns & Suites Fairbanks, 41, 45, G Lakeview Enterprises, Inc., 46, G Large Animal Research Station – UAF, 32, 32 Lavelle’s Bistro, 38

Lavelle’s Taphouse, 37 Lemongrass Thai Cuisine, 38, 38 The Lodge at Black Rapids, 45, 58, G Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 51 Mackey Kennel, 29 MACS Transit - Fairbanks North Star Borough, 48, 49 Mark Knapp Custom Knives at The Cutting Edge, 36 Marshall Arts Design, 36 The Material Girls, 36 McCafferty’s, A Coffee House, Etc., 37 Mecca Bar, 37 Midnight Sun Catering, 46 Midnight Sun Intertribal Powwow, 34 Midnight Sun Run, Inc., 29 Miguel’s Authentic Mexican Cuisine, 38 Moose Mountain Ski Area, 34 Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center, 31, 36 Mt. McKinley Bank, 50 Nature Alaska Tours, 32 Nature Image, 28 Nordic Ski Club of Fairbanks, 34 North Pole Cabins, 42, G North Star Council on Aging Fairbanks Senior Center, 51 North Star Golf Club, Inc., 34 Northern Alaska Environmental Center, 32 Northern Alaska Tour Company, 26, 27, 28, 30, 30, 33, 34 Northern Lights Council of Dancers, Inc., 35 Northern Moosed RV Park & Campground, 46, G Northern Sky Lodge, 42, G Northrim Bank - Fairbanks Financial Center, 50 Opera Fairbanks, 35 Paws for Adventure Sled Dog Tours, 29 Pedro’s Hide-A-Way, 46, G PhotoSymphony Productions, 28 The Pen Guy, 51 Pike’s Landing Restaurant & Lounge, 38 Pike’s Waterfront Lodge, 41, 45, 46, G Pioneer Air Museum, 31 www.explorefairbanks.com

www.explorefairbanks.com

Pioneer Museum & Big Stampede Show, 31 Pioneer Park, Parks and Recreation, Fairbanks North Star Borough, 29, 30 Premier Alaska Tours, Inc., 49 Princess Rail Tours, 33 Prospector Outfitters, 35, 35 The Pump House Restaurant and Saloon, 38, 38 Raven Landing Center, 46 Ravn Alaska, 47, 47 Regency Fairbanks Hotel, 42, 45, G River City Investments, LLC, 36 River’s Edge Resort, 38, 43, 45, G River’s Edge RV Park, 46, 46, G Riverboat Discovery, 33, 33, 34 Riverview RV Park, 46, G Rod’s Alaskan Guide Service, 27 Running Reindeer Ranch, 27 Santa Claus House, 29, 36, 36 Santa’s Senior Center Corporation, Inc., 36 Santa’s Vagabond Travel, 49 Sean Kurdziolek Photography, 28 Shogun Hibachi Japanese Steakhouse, 38 Silver Gulch Brewing and Bottling Co., 38 Sirius Sled Dogs, LLC, 28, 29 Ski Land, 34 Skiland Summit Adventures, LLC, 27 Sled Dog Adventures, 29 Sophie Station Suites, Fountainhead Hotels, 45, G Sourdough Fuel, 48 SpringHill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks, 45, G St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 51 Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises, 32 Sternwheeler Tanana Chief, 33 Sunshine Health Foods, 50 Super 8 Motel, 45, G Sven’s Basecamp Hostel, 43, G Tanana Chiefs Conference Cultural Programs, 34 Tanana Valley Campground & RV Park, 46, G Tanana Valley Clinic, 50 Tanana Valley Farmers Market, 36

Tanana Valley Fisheries Center at the Ruth Burnett Sport Fish Hatchery, 32 Tanana Valley State Fair, 29 Tanana Yukon Historical Society, 30 Taylor’s Gold-N-Stones, Inc., 37 Thrifty Car Rental, 48 Trail Breaker Kennel, 29 Trans Arctic Circle Treks, Ltd., 27, 27 Trax Outdoor Center, 34 The Turtle Club, 38 Twigs Alaskan Gifts, 37 UAF Community & Technical College, 51 United Way of the Tanana Valley, 51 University of Alaska Fairbanks, 32, 33, 51 University of Alaska Fairbanks Summer Sessions, 51 University of Alaska Museum of the North, 31, 31 Ursa Major Distilling, 37 Usibelli Coal Mine, Inc., 51 The Vallata Restaurant, 38 Venue, 37 Warbelow’s Air Ventures, Inc., 27, 34 Wedgewood Resort, Fountainhead Hotels, 32, 45, 47, G Well Street Art Company, 35 Wells Fargo Bank, 50 Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center, 44, 45, 47, G Wolf Run Restaurant, 38 The Works Creative Catering, LLC, 46 World Eskimo-Indian Olympics, 34, 34 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 Alaska Denali Travel, 54, G Alaska Railroad, 53, 56

Alaska Tour & Travel, 56 AlaskaTrain.com, 56 Alpine Creek Lodge, 56, G Black Diamond Resort Co, 54 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, 56, 56, G Denali Jeep Excursions, 53, 53 Denali Outdoor Center, Inc., 53, 53, 54, 56, G Denali Park Village, 53, 56, G Denali Park Zipline, 53 Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, 56, G Denali Raft Adventures, Inc., 54, 54 Denali Rainbow Village RV Park & Motel, 54, 56, 56, G Denali Summer Times, 56 Denali Tundra Tours, 53 Doyon Tourism, Inc., 53, 56, G Era Helicopters, 54 Fly Denali, Inc., 53, 54 Grande Denali Lodge, 54, G Husky Homestead, 53 Mahay’s Jetboat Adventure, 54 Motel Nord Haven, 54, G Mt. McKinley Princess Wilderness Lodge, 56, G Nenana RV Park & Campground, 56, G Park’s Edge, 54, G Stampede Aviation, 54 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 Chicken Gold Camp & Outpost, 58 Circle District Historical Society, 58 Copper River Princess Wilderness Lodge, 58, G

Join the conversation by using the social media handle “explorfairbanks” (no “e” at the end of explore here) on Twitter. Search “Explore Fairbanks” on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram and YouTube and get ready for your amazing Fairbanks adventure by going online to www.explorefairbanks.com.

Read the blog and check out the interactive Visitors Guide and trip planning tools—all just a click away. Be sure to request your free Winter Guide while you’re there. Explore great ways to make the most out of your trip of a lifetime.

Copper Valley Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, 58 Cotter’s Kennel Sled Dog Tours, 58 Delta Chamber of Commerce, 59 Falcon Inn Bed and Breakfast, 58, G Kelly’s Alaska Country Inn, 58, G Minto Alaska River Journeys, 58 Nenana Valley Visitors Center, 58 North Pole Community Chamber of Commerce, 58 Talkeetna Chamber of Commerce, 58 Tok Chamber of Commerce, 59

Arctic Neighbors

G denotes grid listing on page 61 Numbers in italic denote advertisement Arctic Circle Trading Post, 36, 62 Arctic Getaway Cabin & Breakfast, 61, G Beaver Tours, 61 Brooks Range Aviation, 62 Coldfoot Camp, 61, 62, G Deadhorse Camp, 61, 62, G Top of the World Hotel, 61, 62, G Yukon River Camp, 61, G Yukon River Northern Lights Viewing Center, 61

Alaskan Neighbors

G denotes grid listing on page 65 Numbers in italic denote advertisement Alaska Dispatch News, 66 Alaska Marine Highway, 64 Alaska Museum of Science & Nature, 64 Alaska Native Directory Magazine - CBG USA Inc., 66 Alaska Native Heritage Center, 64 Alaska Tour & Travel, 64 Alaska Travel Connections LLC, 64 Alaska Veterans Museum, 64 Alaska Wildland Adventures, 64 Alaskatours.com, 64 Atlin Historical Society, 64

Aurora Expeditions, 65 Bellingham/Whatcom County Tourism, 65 Bethel Chamber of Commerce, 65 Cordova Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, 65 Cruise Lines International Association Alaska, 66 Discover Kodiak, 65 Expedia, Inc., 66 Girdwood Chamber of Commerce, 65 Greater Whittier Chamber of Commerce, 65 HAI Shirokuma Tours, LLC, 65 Haines Convention & Visitors Bureau, 65, 65 Homer Chamber of Commerce, 65 Hotel Seward, 64, G John Hall’s Alaska, 65 Journal Graphics Commercial Printers, 66 Juneau Convention & Visitors Bureau, 65 Kenai Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center, 65 Kenai Fjords Tours, 64 Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council, Inc., 65 Kennicott Glacier Lodge, 64, G Ketchikan Visitors Bureau, 65 Klondike Visitors Association, 65 Made In Alaska, 64

Sherman Hogue/Explore Fairbanks

Get Connected

Major Marine Tours, 64 Mat-Su Convention & Visitors Bureau, 65, 66 Morris Alaska - Alaska Magazine, The Milepost, and Where Alaska, 66 Nome Convention & Visitors Bureau, 66 North of Ordinary Publications, 66 Oomingmak Musk Ox Producers’ Co-Op, 64 Phillips Cruises and Tours, LLC, 64 Premier Alaska Tours, Inc., 64 Salmon Berry Tours, 64 Seward Chamber of Commerce Conference & Visitors Bureau, 66 Sitka Chamber of Commerce, 66 Skagway Convention & Visitors Bureau, 66 Soldotna Chamber of Commerce, 66 Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises, 64, 64 Tsaina Lodge, 64, G Unalaska/Port of Dutch Harbor CVB, 66 Valdez Convention & Visitors Bureau, 66, 66 Visit Anchorage, 66 Visitor Information Center Watson Lake, 66 Yukon Convention Bureau, 66

Explore Fairbanks has made every effort to provide accurate listings. Explore Fairbanks does not guarantee the accuracy of the listings presented, and is not responsible for changes, omissions or errors. Requests for more detailed information should be made to the company in the listing. Business listings are as of 9/16. Explore Fairbanks is not responsible for the quality of goods or services provided by firms or organizations listed in the 2017 Visitors Guide nor does it make any endorsement, representation or warranty for any listing. No portion of this publication may be reproduced without written permission from Explore Fairbanks. Explore Fairbanks retains right of refusal on any advertisement submitted.

Project Team: Angie Cerny, Jerry Evans, Charity Gadapee, Amy Geiger, Kasey Gillam, Brady Gross, Iwalani Lauver, Jesse Pfeffer, Judy Dellinger Proofreader: Inge Lockwood Designer: Jill Marshall, Marshall Arts Design

75

Š Patrick Endres/AlaskaPhotoGraphics.com

76 76

Dog sledding is a favorite winter pastime in Fairbanks. Check the events calendar to catch a race, like the Open North American Championship shown here, or visit a kennel to meet the dogs.

Winter Season 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 largerthan-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 an exciting winter season. Skiing, ice skating, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ice fishing, curling, tubing and ice hockey abound.

Challenge snow-capped hills or birch-laden trails, or mush a team of huskies across the wilderness. Behold three-ton pieces of ice being turned into works of art and visit Santa in North Pole. Journey above the Arctic Circle 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 a while.

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!

77

© Robert E. Barber/Alamy

© Todd Paris

© UAF Photo by Todd Paris