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Bears, bears, bears–in Wrangell, Alaska!

17th July
2010
written by scott
If you haven’t been to Wrangell, in southeast Alaska, you may want to cash in some Alaska Airlines miles and make the trip next week.
It’s the first annual “Bearfest”, starting July 21. Bears are everywhere, but there’s a GOB of blacks and browns at Anan Creek, about 30 miles from Wrangell. I love these photos by Ivan Simonek!  Take a jetboat from Wrangell with Alaska Waters. From there, hike an easy half-mile boardwalk trail along the shores of Anan Lagoon before coming to the Observatory.  Built by the Forest Service, managers of the Tongass, this viewing stand ensures a relatively safe and comfortable place from which visitors can view bears.   Black bears, especially during the summer’s salmon run (late June through August), are the main attraction; but brown bears, bald eagles and other seabirds and mammals may be seen there, as well.
Stay close to your guide. He or she is the one with the sawed-off shotgun. HA!
BEARFEST is a five-day celebration that will include everything from a bear symposium and bear-viewing related  workshops, to fun events for the entire family, to the annual Alaska Airlines Golf Tournament at Wrangell’s USGA rated golf course, Muskeg Meadows.
While you’re in Wrangell, go on a jetboat ride up the Stikine River or over to the LeConte Glacier. Check with Alaska Waters online, or visit them in the lobby of the Stikine Inn.
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Visit your local volcano in Katmailand!

21st April
2010
written by scott
Sure, you can fly to Iceland to see a volcano–but we have so many right here in Alaska in Katmai National Park! One of my favorites is the mighty Novarupta, which blew its top back in 1912. It covered the valley under hundreds of feet of ash and pumice–creating the Valley of 10,000 Smokes.
These days, “Katmailand” is better known for its awesome sportfishing and big bear population.
The good news is the folks at Brooks Lodge, smack in the heart of Katmai National Park, are offering a great web special which includes an extra night at Brooks Lodge. GRAB it–and make sure you get reservations to go on the Valley tour. It’s an all-day proposition–longer if you want to camp in the valley.
Fish the Brooks River. Watch for bears. Explore one of MANY Alaska volcanoes! What a great holiday!
Here’s the special: Between June 1 and June 20, 2010 or between Aug. 10 and Aug. 25, 2010, buy a one-night air/lodging package at Brooks Lodge–and get  an additional night free! The cabins at Brooks can accommodate up to four people–so it makes sense to get some friends together for some fishing, some bear-watching and some hiking in the Valley!!
COST: $931 per person, dbl; $837 per person, trp; $791 per person, quad.
Your flight is included. So are your accommodations. Meals are extra–you can buy them at the lodge. It’s fun to sit around the big fireplace after a full day of adventures!! Also, your Valley Tour is an additional $96 per person. MUST DO MUST DO!!!!! This year, Katmailand celebrates its 61st year of continuous operations. Call ‘em up. Tell ‘em Scott sent you: (800)544-0551
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Make this weekend The Great One at Denali!

10th September
2009
written by scott
Make this weekend “The Great One” at Denali National Park!
I know, summer’s over. But the COLORS. The COLORS of DENALI! Check ‘em out with the great package from our friends at Denali Park Resorts.
For $219, you get two nights’ at Your $219 package includes two nights’ accommodations, a $50 gift card for tours and/or meals at the resort and 500 Alaska Airlines miles.
Optional activities include the MUST-DO ride into the park. I recommend the long ride into the park. It’s an 8-hour ride, but s-o-o-o worth it. This is your chance to see wildlife and scenery on the 85-mile road from the entrance back to Wonder Lake.
Or, choose a thrilling raft trip on the Nenana River. You can choose a “mild” ride or a “wild” ride.
Afterwards, save room for the “Alaska Cabin Nite” dinner theater!
Don’t miss out on this seasons’ best deal for Denali vacations. Take advantage of “The Colors of Denali” today.

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I know, summer’s over. But the COLORS. The COLORS of DENALI! Check ‘em out with the great package from our friends at Denali Park Resorts.

For $219, you get two nights’ at Your $219 package includes two nights’ accommodations, a $50 gift card for tours and/or meals at the resort and 500 Alaska Airlines miles.denalibear

Optional activities include the MUST-DO ride into the park. I recommend the long ride into the park. It’s an 8-hour ride, but s-o-o-o worth it. This is your chance to see wildlife and scenery on the 85-mile road from the entrance back to Wonder Lake.

Or, choose a thrilling raft trip on the Nenana River. You can choose a “mild” ride or a “wild” ride.

Afterwards, save room for the “Alaska Cabin Nite” dinner theater!

Don’t miss out on this seasons’ best deal for Denali vacations. Take advantage of “The Colors of Denali” today.

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VIDEO: BEARS, Zip-Line in Ketchikan

30th August
2009
written by scott

Wow. Great trip to the Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary–where we snuck up on a  few bears gorging themselves on salmon. Then, zip-zip-zip we went on the Alaska Canopy Tour through the rainforest. Great stuff in Herring Cove, just outside of Ketchikan. Check it out:

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Float the Upper Kenai River this weekend!

11th June
2009
written by scott

If you’re an avid angler, you know the salmon season is O-P-E-N on the Kenai River! But whether you’re angling for some salmon or some incredible views of scenery and wildlife, now is the time to float the river! Our friends at Alaska River Adventures have several “scenic float” departures each day from the Kenai River bridge in Cooper Landing. upperkenaiscenic

Call now for fishing reservations or for scenic floats TOLL-FREE: (888) 836-9027. The bridge is about 100 miles south of Anchorage. It’s an easy drive and a fun float. Make plans this weekend to get out on the Upper Kenai River. Learn more online.

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