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Women's strength training with a view

If you want to stay in shape during your vacation or are eager to build the strength needed to do Alaska adventures, this experience is for you! I'm a personal trainer who helps men and women get stronger and move better to do the activities they love. We'll begin with a 10-minute mobility and posture assessment. I'll point out what's lacking and will give you guidance on how to correct your posture and/or mobility over time. We'll then discuss your health goals to help me customize your workout. The workout itself will be one hour in length. My training specialty is mobility and strength using bodyweight, resistance bands, and dumbbells. We'll end the experience with a healthy lunch on my patio. We'll discuss nutrition and fitness tips while we eat and take in the beautiful view. This experience is suitable for 1:1 training or private groups. Please contact me if you do not see a day/time that works for you.

Introduction To Hula Hooping

Hula hooping is more than just spinning a hoop around your waist. There's a whole mess of tricks that are fun to learn and get your mind and body into motion! Guests will learn some foundation moves with their hoop, and we will string together a short choreography to music to tie in all the things covered in the class. Guests are welcome to record their dance to show their friends/family what they learned!

Comet Helicopter Hike & Raft Tour

Join us on a most memorable Heli Hiking Alaska Chugach Adventure – this is a true Alaskan full day adventure. Get lifted up into the beautiful Alpine of the Chugach National Forest in an Alpine Air R44 Helicopter. View Cirque Glaciers, Hanging Glaciers, Rock Glaciers, Retreating Mountain Glaciers & more. Land 2,000 feet high next to Comet Glacier & work your way downhill to Spencer Glacier Lake for a Rafting Iceberg Tour. Jump on the AK Railroad – Glacier Discovery Train – at the end of the day for a return to Girdwood at 5:45 PM. This is the best full-day helicopter-assisted adventure tour in Alaska. Start date & hiking start location is dependent upon winter snowpack, and spring weather. 8:00 AM – Girdwood Arrival Time ( 1 hour south of Anchorage). 8:45 AM – Alpine Air Helicopter Departure. 9:10 AM Comet Glacier Landing into Spencer Bench Alpine Helicopter Landing Zone dependent on Weather and Snow Pack Conditions 9:15 – 1:30 PM Comet Hike to Spencer Lake (6 + Miles Mostly Downhill Hike). -3 Mile Alpine Hike Thru Snow, Alpine Lakes & Creeks, No Trails. -3 Mile Hike Down US Forest Service Spencer Bench Cabin Trail 2:00-4:30 PM Explore the Icebergs on Spencer Lake by Raft or Kayak 5:00 PM - Return to Portage Station 5:45 PM - Return Arrival to Girdwood.

Northern Lights Adventure

Day 1 When you arrive Fairbanks we provide a complimentary ride to your lodge. We host a quick meet-and-greet with your guides in the lobby that night. Bring your camera if you have questions about photographing Northern Lights! The lodge is in a beautiful location, surrounded by snow-covered spruce forests. Day 2 Today after a hearty breakfast at the lodge, we will head to Running Reindeer Ranch where you will get to know the family who raises these gentle creatures, and take a forest walk with them where you can feed them and take photographs. Then come inside for a bit to talk about how they are raised, and have some of Jane's famous cookies and some hot tea or cocoa! After lunch we will head into town and maybe visit an art co-op or the antique automobile museum. Followed by dinner at Lavelle's Bistro for their delicious selection of wine and globally inspired cuisine. Head back to the lodge to rest, and your guide will keep watch for the Aurora and provide wake ups and photo assistance when it happens. Other things to note Reindeer walk has slight inclines and can have snowy conditions. There is a warm and cozy area inside if you decide not to do the walk. Day 3 First we will visit a dog kennel to learn about raising the animals, mushing as a sport, and hopefully meet some cute puppies! Afterwards, we will gear up for a 20-30 minute ride on the sleds through the woods! After lunch we will visit the Morris Thompson Cultural Center where a native guide will walk us through the exhibits and teach us about traditions, arts and history of the people who first lived here. Then we will enjoy a dinner at the famous Pump House restaurant and head back to the lodge for Aurora watching! Other things to note Dog sledding will require getting in and out of the sled and small amount of walking in snowy conditions. Cultural center is indoors. Day 4 After breakfast, visit Frigid Farm - an organic family farm and homestead. Megan and AJ raise their kids here, as well as sheep, chickens and more. Enjoy a light lunch with the family after a tour of their property. Then we head to the ice sculpture museum where you can enjoy the art and have a martini in a carved ice glass at the Aurora bar! Finish up the day with a tour of the geothermal plant and greenhouse, and then a soak in the geothermal hot springs. The outdoor pool is often surrounded by snow, and your hair may even frost over while you are soaking. Enjoy the healing waters, and keep your eyes peeled for Aurora. We enjoy a dinner there, and then drive back to the lodge where we can rest and watch for more Northern Lights. Other things to note Towels provided for hot springs, bring bathing suit and waterproof sandals. Farm visit requires a little walking in snowy conditions as does the geothermal tour. Day 5 After breakfast we visit the Fairbanks Curling Club, where in an exclusive Gondwana activity a local player will teach us the technique and rules of the game. Then we get a chance to try and challenge our fellow travelers. It is so much more fun than you might expect, and they have pushers in case you have trouble bending down. After lunch we visit the University of Alaska's famous Museum of the North, to learn about the natural history, traditions and native arts of the area. See a wooly mammoth skull, antique boats, native clothing and more! Other things to note Curling requires walking on ice (it is textured ice for walking and you will be given grippers). Museum is indoors. Day 6 Breakfast will be served this morning, and early departures will be taken by our transportation partner. Our guide will be available from mid morning to late afternoon for drop offs at the airport, train station or other places in town.

Learn to create an Alaskan seafood meal

We will start your experience with a hand-crafted beverage, then allow me to share the tips and techniques for crafting a memorable Alaskan meal that you will be able to recreate for family and friends back home. Once we've created our signature meal, we'll take our plates to the deck to enjoy your hard work while we overlook the beautiful Cook Inlet.

Private small group tour to Seward

Experience Anchorage and Seward solo or with your own small group (up to 4) private transport to/from your Anchorage hotel, out to Seward. See our amazing city and state with a personal Alaskan cultural expert. Book as 1 guest (solo) $399 or 1 guest as private tour $499 on the app for up to 4 people. Please message with questions on how to book. You will be picked up at your Anchorage hotel at 800 AM where we will head south along the scenic Seward Highway. Quick stop for coffee/snacks before our first stop at The Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (admission included). Then head south to Seward, our local home away from home. Lunch break (your cost) before the Alaska Sealife Center (entry included), shop at the local stores downtown (time permitting). Then head back to Anchorage. On your last stop, view Anchorage from another location (weather permitting). Drop off back to your Anchorage hotel between 5-6 PM. Summer schedule may be slightly different. Also included, 2 small doodle pups to keep you entertained, warm, and love to give puppy kisses in exchange for head pets and belly rubs. *Please note winter months (Oct - Apr) are subject to weather and road conditions. Itinerary may change based on time, road conditions, and weather. PLEASE BE PREPARED FOR POSSIBLE OVERNIGHT DUE TO ROAD CLOSURE. We are not responsible for DOT closures. Welcome to Alaska.

Explore Kincaid Park where the moose hide in plain sight

Did you know there are about 250-1000 moose in the Anchorage bowl depending on the time of year? Your chances are pretty good to see one in Anchorage but if you go to Kincaid park your chances get higher! You may even see one on the drive there. So now you know the secret spot the question then becomes do you want to go it alone or go with a guide? If you want a guide, I’m your gal! My track record to spot moose at Kincaid is about 95%. I’m a moose magnet and you could look up one of my oldie but goodie vids called Twin Baby Moose in Sprinkler on YouTube to prove it to you. This nature walk will be about two hours. It gives us plenty of time to take lots of pictures, oooh and ahhh at the scenery and fresh air, look for moose and other wildlife and also take a stroll on our sandy beach. What fun we will have! Who am I? A wanderer, a magic maker, a woodland creature by nature. My desire is to make new friends doing what I love most…playing in the magic of the forest, with the plants, with the animals, with all things elemental. Let the magic of the forest open your senses. Let the beauty of the moment open your heart. Let the connection to the animals open you to the moment I look forward to meeting you and sharing the beauty of Anchorage with you. Pls message me if you would like to request a different time than on the schedule. Cathy

Cruise Fairbanks on an Electric fatbike

We take electric fatbikes through some of the coolist parts of town, from riding through rugged trails to zipping through parks you will see it all. We stop at some hidden gems along the way and take in the views of some nice scenics spots. This is one tour you do not want to miss All tours are hosted by an Alaskan reality tv star!!

Local Guided Kayak Fishing trips

We will meet you at the lake for Kayak Fishing fun!! We will set up a kayak and fishing poles along with a life jacket. The probability of seeing wildlife is highly likely!! Please dress for the weather. You can decide to keep your fish or release your catch. We have beautiful Char, Rainbow trout, stocked salmon or lake trout. We have a variety of lakes we choose from for your kayak fishing needs! Be prepared to seeing other anglers enjoying the sport of fishing right alongside you. Your guide Exavien will do his best to get you on fish. Guest must purchase their own fishing license online or at a local convenient store in Alaska. Closer to your fishing date, we will send you the direction of the location of the lake we will be fishing at.

Glacier Blue Kayak and Grandview Tour

Paddle around magnificent icebergs and up to the Spencer Glacier terminus. Hike onto the gravel glacier moraine and get up close to the glacier blue ice. Enjoy two Alaska Trains: The Coastal Classic & the Glacier Discovery Train, traveling thru the most scenic Grandview & Tunnels sections of the AK Railroad. Glacier Blue Kayak Tour Itinerary: (Coastal Classic Train with Glacier Discovery Return) 6:45 AM – Coastal Classic departs Anchorage (Breakfast & Coffee is available on the train, but please let the onboard supervisor know that you will be getting off at Spencer Glacier and need to eat early.) 8:05 AM – Coastal Classic departs Girdwood 9 AM – Arrive at Spencer Whistle Stop 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Kayak Tour on Spencer Lake and Glacier Trek 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM – Lunch 2 – 5 PM – Scenic Train Ride to Grandview thru the Upper Placer River Gorge Canyon 5:15 PM – Arrive in Portage and board motorcoach back to Anchorage 6:45 PM – Arrive in Anchorage Other things to note: -A perfect paddle for beginners and expert paddlers. -There is no tidal influence at Spencer Lake and the mornings are the calmest and beautiful time at Spencer Glacier. -We use tandem (2-person), sit-in kayaks to explore icebergs on Spencer Lake -Our Max Guests to Guide Ratio is 6:1. -This trip can start from Anchorage or Girdwood, AK.

A walk through beautiful glacier country

Hello! I’d like to introduce myself, I am Sam. Our trip would start off with a meet and greet at the Seward train depo. We’ll go over our itinerary, which is a trip up to Exit Glacier. We will load up and take a 20 minute ride up to the trail head of exit glacier. Along our way we will discuss about Seward culture and history. At the trail head snacks and beverages will be provided. Before we hit the trail, a good struck is always good. To visit the glacier, it is only a 15 minute walk on a paved walk way, we’ll make stops along the way. These stops are for the plaques with more information about the glacier and environment. At the glacier everyone can take a break and I’ll discuss the history about Exit glacier and it’s gradual retreat over the years. After some good conversations we’ll start working our way back to the trail head. Stretching is key after a good walk, then back to the train depo to complete our trip. If weather isn’t the greatest we can reschedule for another time.

Snug Harbor Road/Cooper Lake Biking Adventure

Enjoy biking literally into the mountains! This tour is best for ebikes as you gain 730 feet elevation in 15 miles. Riders have used regular mountain bikes for a great time and good work out! We'll start at the Bike Cooper Landing shop following paved roads that become gravel a few miles up Snug Harbor Road. Our ride continues past Kenai Lake beaches and a stunning waterfall; optional short hike to Rainbow Lake for a snack all the while keeping our eyes out for moose, bear, porcupines, and eagles. Our turnaround destination is beautiful Cooper Lake created in 1960 when a hydroelectric dam was finished. Riding along the lake offers a magical experience and photo ops that will stay with you forever. The ride back is a thrill as it’s downhill the whole way and completes an amazing day in the Chugach Mountains. Snack & water provided.

Kenai River Guided Salmon Fishing

On your guided fishing experience on the Kenai River you can expect to have a blast with one of our professional guides on our 21' Willie Boat Classic specifically designed for this river. We will be using all top of the line gear including Gloomis Rods and other name brand fishing equipment. Once on the boat we will go over safety and then go over how we are going to fish for the day. Including how to use all the fishing equipment. There is absolutely no experience required. If you've never fished a day in your life and just want to experience what it's like to catch an Alaskan Salmon then look no further. We will fish hard and do all we can to get you on the fish. Once you hook your fish we will coach you through how to land it, including netting it for you. Once the trip is over we will even fillet your fish for you to prep it for taking it to be processed. if you have any questions we haven't already answered please feel free to reach out to us. Processing and Shipping fish can be done in Soldotna through "Custom Seafood Processors"

Kayak Tour on Glacial Trail Lake in Moose Pass, Alaska

As we paddle our kayaks along the shores of glacially-fed Trail Lake, this small Alaskan town’s history will come to life with the stories of locals like Alaska Nellie, Gold Miner Joe, and Mad Sally (the cantankerous cat). If we time it just right, we'll get to provide the passengers of the historic Alaska Railway the opportunity to wave excitedly at us as they rumble on past, something they just seem to get an absolute thrill out of every time! To top things off, we'll also get a unique view of a section of the famed, Historic Iditarod Trail and you'll learn how a stubborn Moose seems to have been at fault for the name of our friendly little mountain town. Come join us for some frontier hospitality here in Moose Pass, Alaska!

Alternative Arctic Farm Tour - Pigs, Aquaponics, Microgreens

Fill your belly and your soul as you harvest, pick, forage, and pet (the piggies!) a multitude of both cultivated and wild varieties of sustainable food sources in this incredible cornucopia of food! Come hungry, because you will get to graze throughout your tour AND take some home with you! You'll be given a container with which to deposit your favorite goodies that you encounter during your tour including: microgreens, edible flowers, wild and cultivated varieties of berries, snap peas, and other delicious wild and garden goodies. And don't forget about our porky pals. They won't fit in your container, but they'll love any ear and belly scratches you'd like to give them! We will first meet at The Grow Room, where we'll see our aquaponics operation - from fish to vegetable - and sample some of what's coming out of the grow bed. Then we'll take a look at our signature product - microgreens, and be able to graze some of these beautiful varieties, right off the stem, where you'll taste their vibrancy and incredible flavors. Next, we'll go see where our microgreens waste goes to and watch our porcine friends (piggies) literally, "pig out"! Then we'll take a tour of our burgeoning food forest of arctic hardy apple trees and berry bushes. We'll end our tour by checking out our vegetable and edible flower beds and again, be able to taste some some of the fruits of our labor.

My off-grid homestead life w/ sled dogs

I will show you my personal Alaskan life at my off the beaten path homestead, just south of Talkeetna. Of course you will meet my Alaskan husky sled dogs. They are a rowdy bunch, but also super friendly and some (Sam and Hayden) even think that 50 - 60 lb is a perfect size to be a lap dog. You will meet each dog individual and learn about sled dogs in general. You will also learn about how the dogs are an integral part of my life and will sit at my kitchen table to see what it takes to live in Alaska year round without having any utility connections (no running water or electricity network hookup). I have setup many systems to still live a relative modern life in summer as well as in winter. You will learn about how me and the dogs collect our own water, haul our own firewood and building material, and how I grow, ferment, bake and gather 80% of my own food. Besides helping me with these tasks the dogs also provide me with winter transportation to explore the incredible back-country of Alaska in winter. It is a unique opportunity to see how and why we live here in the far north. Come visit me and my dogs. Note: * Guests have to be interested in working dogs and off-grid living. * I have no running water and sport an outhouse. No smoking, no animals of any kind. * This is not a large scale tourist destination, but my real life.

Medicinals and Edibles of the Boreal Forest- A Guided Forage

Experience the iconic Alaskan boreal forest in a way you never imagined! In this guided forage we’ll be winding through our private nature trails, observing, smelling, feeling, TASTING!, and learning all about this unique ecosystem and it’s edible and medicinal treasures. Here’s a little bit of what you’ll encounter, depending on the season: Witness the highly medicinal chaga mushroom (Inonotus obliquus) emerging from a slowly dying birch tree (Betula neoalaskana). Feel what it’s like to walk on a carpet of native trailing raspberry (Rubus Parvifolius) and taste it’s juicy red fruits. See how Devil’s Club (aka Alaskan ginseng; Oplopanax horridus), is every bit as intimidating as its name would suggest, but is actually edible and has a wide range of medicinal characteristics. Taste the sweet astringency of plump black currants (Ribes hudsonianum) or the delicate floral notes of the ubiquitous wild rose (Rosa acicularis). Hear the soft music of the trembling aspen (Populus tremuloides) and smell the tell-tale spring fragrance of the balsam poplar (Populus balsamifera) buds. Sample the fresh spring shoots of twisted stalk (Streptopus amplexifolius) or it’s “watermelon berries” later in the summer. The iconic Alaskan fireweed (Chamaenerion angustifolium) is sure to delight the senses, and lets us know that winter is only 6 weeks away!

Brie's Botanical Garden Tours

The walking tour will start with a brief wildlife safety talk. Please note that bears can be in the area, both inside and outside the fenced area. Next, I will highlight the entry beds and we will work our way up to the front gate. Once inside the fence and plaza area we will stop to talk about the history of ABG including dedicated volunteers and staff that helped transform ABG over the last 34 years. We will follow the half mile paved loop around to the several perennial gardens, research plot and outdoor classroom. The tour will end with the newest addition, the greenhouse, then we will exit through the nursery & gift shop. Please note that the season and weather will ultimately determine the plants that we see. April-mid May can be early for some plants and the gardens might be muddy and or slushy. Peonies are usually in full bloom from mid June to mid July. Mid September might be a little late for some plants, it can be rainy and cool. Tours in Spring, Summer & Fall will cover the history of the garden, identify available plants, wildlife, trees and also general local information. You will leave with new found knowledge about some of the hardy plants in Alaska. All guests will be required to follow any addition regulations from ABG at the time of your tour. All tours are subject to operating hours of the Alaska Botanical Garden and may be canceled with limited notice.

Comet Helicopter Hike & Raft Tour

Live outdoor beer garden concert by Alaskan songwriter

Concert ticket holders through Airbnb experience arrive and mingle with light snacks and drinks 30-40 minutes before showtime.. Host introduces featured act.. Concert goes for 90-120 minutes -followed by meet and greet with artists. merchandise can be purchased etc. Everyone feels so good after listening to real from the heart music performed in front of them live and in person.. Then the world is a better place:)

Introduction To Hula Hooping

Farmer Market Tour & Cooking Instruction

We will start by meeting at a designated spot within the Farmer's Market where we will select the freshest ingredients for our dishes. While walking around the market, you will have an opportunity to meet local vendors, see many of the seafood and produce items, as well as shop for food related souvenirs. Once we are done with shopping, it's time to take the short 5 minute drive to my home where we will be greeted with a light appetizer and hand crafted beverages. Then you will put your apron on and get busy learning the tips and techniques to create a memorable Alaskan meal. Plan to spend 45 minutes at the market, then take a quick 5 minute drive to my home. Then, once in the kitchen, we will get aprons on and begin the detailed cooking instruction.

Kilcher Homestead Historic Nature Hike

We will meet at our historic original sod roofed Kilcher Cabin where I and my 7 siblings grew up, and get a bit of history of our family’s legacy, as well as background info on the famous Discovery channel “Alaska: the Last Frontier“ TV reality show. Then we will hike to the beach, while I give you more history how my father and mother worked to create this beautiful 600 acre Homestead. You will learn about the wildlife and the vegetation, such as the edible and medicinal wild plants. We will stroll the beach, talking history of the glaciers and Kachemak Bay, and the settling of Homer area by pioneers. Depending on the weather, we will either have a picnic on the beach (bring your own food) or come back to my own house site to have your box lunch at my place. I will entertain you with stories and sing original music. Other things to note Call me for specific directions. 808-595-7300. Also, remember this is Alaska, and weather can change and the temperature too! So layer up! Remember to bring your own water bottle too. I look forward to meeting you and sharing our awesome place in Nature.

Whittier Glacier and World War II History Tour

We will enjoy the scenic drive from Anchorage to Whittier along the Seward Highway to start our day. Keep your eye peeled as there will be chances to see Dall sheep, moose, and bear along the drive. Our mid way stop will be in Girdwood at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Here we will see and learn about all wildlife we may have not seen on the drive. This includes sheep, moose, brown bear, black bear, caribou, and everything in between. We will drive through the longest tunnel in the USA on our way to Whittier, Once in Whittier you will board a catamaran and enjoy the 26 Glaciers Cruise. Prepare to be blown away with Alaskan beauty! After the cruise we will enjoy a deluxe fish and chips dinner in Whittier and then explore the World War II history of the local area, including the local museum . Here I will tell you the story of family that lived on Attu Island, Alaska when it was bombed and overtaken by the Japanese during World War II. My family connection brings this amazing part of Alaskan history to life each time and I know the historian in you will love. Our journey will conclude with the scenic return drive to Anchorage where I will deliver you safely to your accommodations by nightfall.

Forage and feast on wild pesto in beautiful forest

You’ll jump into foraging Alaska’s stash of vitamin rich plants often mistaken for useless weeds. We’ll seek-out seasonal flowers, berries, greens, and other plants used in traditional Native Alaskan foods and medicine. In early June we’ll forage for spruce tips and Arctic rose blossoms. We’ll also gather dandelions, clovers, miners lettuce or lambs quarter, plantains, and chickweed for our pesto. We'll meet at the big white barn, by the picnic tables. First off, we'll go over the seasonal plants. Then, we'll stroll along foraging plants and chatting. I love to answer your questions from plants to survival skills and most everything in between. We’ll conclude back at the picnic table for the final segment- cooking and snacking on wild Alaskan plants. We’ll start by making a pesto from our foraged plants. Then, have a tasting-picnic of pesto, Alaskan-wild jam, fresh bread, and herbal iced tea made from foraged plants. You’ll leave with a fresh knowledge of wild edibles and an appreciation of how native Alaskans survived here for generations. You may even develop a passion for foraging! *We’ll walk on dirt trails- no high heels please. *Dogs are welcome. They must be on leash at all times. ** For everyone’s safety, the tour will be canceled if the air quality index is unhealthy (130+ AQI) due to forest fires.

Seward Photo Walking Tour

Our experience will be a 2 hour walking tour of beautiful Seward, Alaska. We will begin downtown in Kawabe Park with a brief introduction and photography discussion. Our 1.5 mile guided walk will continue along the coast and finish at the Seward Harbor, stopping along the way to take photos and learn about the history of the area. (I will add more available dates the first week of each month.) Your guide, Kari, was born and raised in Alaska and is a local resident of Seward. She has printed photography in several Alaska publications, and has worked as a naturalist/guide in the community. At the end of the tour all guests will receive a postcard with a list of photography editing apps to create stunning photos from the tour. Recommendations on scenic locations for photography and other local activities will be provided. There are public restrooms at the beginning and end of this tour, and a free local shuttle that can return you to downtown Seward. There is also plenty of free parking around Kawabe Park. Guests need comfortable walking shoes, a warm jacket and a camera or iPhone for taking photos!

Hike the Chugach State Park

Experience a 4 hour guided hiking tour within the Chugach State Park and Chugach Mountain Range. During the summer, we travel into the Chugach Mountains to favorite local spots with grand views. We provide transportation to and from your accommodations. Our guide will discuss the natural history to include glacier, mountain and valley formations, point out flora and fauna, and stop at the best viewpoints along the hike. Hike can be customized to follow routes depending on whether you want flatter wide open trail, or a more advanced hike. Halfway into our hike, we will have snacks that have been locally sourced, to include caribou/moose sticks and local chocolate, unless you have a food preference which I can usually accommodate. Other things to note: It is advisable to wear closed-toe shoes (sport shoes are preferred) and comfortable clothing since we will be hiking. Please bring a water bottle. Safety reasons: if there is inclement weather, we will monitor and reschedule/refund if necessary. Dates not available? Message us for setting up a custom private tour.

Alaskan Wilderness Dogsled Adventure

We offer customized trips give you an authentic Alaskan experience that you will can't find in town. We take only groups of two people at a time, and when you're here we cater to exactly what you want to do to make your Alaska dreams come true. It’s important to contact and have a conversation so we can setnup your trip. Activities may include: dog mushing, ice fishing, snowshoeing, aurora viewing, primitive skills, fire-making, wild edibles, chopping wood and ice for water and more. We’ll arrange for a cab to pick you up from your Fairbanks lodging and bring you to our trailhead. We’ll teach you the basics of mushing and caring for dogs and then mush the dogs 1-2 hours into our homestead. Arrive at the homestead in time for a home-cooked lunch featuring Alaskan foods. We’ll show you the basics of your cabin- the sunlodge. Depending on conditions and your interests you can then either do a guided snowshoe hike to a scenic overlook or go ice fishing. If you choose snowshoeing, the traditional means of foot travel in the north, we'll begin with a discussion of different shapes and methods. Strap on those snowshoes for a 1-2 hour hike to the top of the Ampitheater bluffs. On a clear day, this is a dramatic overlook of the river and a good place to view the Alaska Range and Denali in the distance. On any day, it’s a fun and moderately challenging hike and a good way to warm up to the day and learn about snowshoeing. If you choose ice fishing we depart on foot for a ½ mile hike to the eddy where we like to ice fish. We’ll chop and drill a hole in the river ice and set a baited hook to catch burbot. We’ll cover the hole with spruce boughs and snow to insulate it for the night. After the afternoon activity we will walk you over to your cabin, the Sunlodge, and give you a brief orientation and then give you a few hours to settle in. Spend the sunset hours taking photos, starting a craft project like carving a spoon, or curling up with a book. Walk back to our cabin for dinner from 7-8:30. After dinner your time is yours- you can play games in your cabin, relax, and weather permitting view the aurora borealis. Other things to note: This is a fairly rugged, outdoor experience and activities are dependent on weather and conditions. Please contact Jenna at [email protected] to discuss whether this is an appropriate trip for you :) Day 2 Hike to our cabin for a hot breakfast. More dogsledding is available if you want- we'll take the dogs exploring a different route on the river and up tributaries. At a pretty and sheltered spot, we will stop and build a little fire for a winter picnic lunch. We have many options and you are welcome to try your hand at driving the front sled today if everyone is comfortable. Snowshoeing, ice fishing, and crafts are also available, time permitting this day. Dinner again in our cabin and a lighted luminary walk for dessert. Day 3 We are both instructors and love to teach primitive and wilderness skills. We can do a mini-course in a subject of your interest including: friction fires, animal tracking, spoon carving, shelter building, wild edibles, tool use, trapping, and more. Spend the morning doing one of these activities or one last snowshoe. We'll mush the dogs back to meet your taxi back to town, you should be back to Fairbanks in time for dinner and a showe

Hike with Huskies in Fairbanks, Alaska

Get out of the city and into the Alaskan wilderness with a "husky hike" - guided nature hike with your own Siberian Husky sled dog. After a brief tour of the homestead, we will visit the dog yard and you will meet your hiking partner, one of our friendly Siberian Husky sled dogs. You will learn to harness your husky, and then together we will embark on a nature walk through the old growth boreal forest that surrounds the homestead. This is hike is 3 miles round trip and crosses uneven, moderately steep terrain. We will point out wildflowers, trees, and animals on our walk up to the top of the ridge, where vast panoramic views of the Chatanika River Valley and the White Mountains await. We will sit on top of the ridge and enjoy a hot drink, home-baked treat, and the company of your sled dog partner before we descend down through the cranberry bushes and ferns back to the kennel. On this tour you will have the opportunity to learn about Siberian Huskies, the natural history of Alaska, sled dogs, the Iditarod Sled Dog Race (Lisbet is a 3-time finisher), and off-grid living. This tour is 2-3 hours total, from arrival to departure. Other things to note: Bring hiking shoes, light jacket in case of wind/rain, water bottle, sunscreen, and sunglasses. Be prepared to walk up and downhill on uneven terrain. *Contact us to request dates not on the calendar.*

Plein Air Painting in Fairbanks Alaska

We will meet at the main parking lot at Creamer’s Field. First, I like to learn about why you are excited to embark on the historic tradition of plein air painting, and your experience with painting, but no experience is necessary. This will allow me to tailor our painting adventure unique for you ensuring your most satisfaction! Then we will decide what part of the refuge you’d like to create a painting in. What are you most passionate about? The wetlands? The vast fields? The historic buildings? Then our journey begins. We will walk to our decided location set up equipment and I will demonstrate painting alongside you. Giving you instruction if wanted, guiding you through the complete plein air painting process. I will provide all of the supplies. You will leave with an original plein air oil painting!

Full Day Guided Salmon Fishing On The Kasilof River

We will meet at the Kasilof State Recreation Area, located at the corner of Sterling Highway and Spetz Ave, approximately 12 miles south of Soldotna, AK You'll receive a safety briefing on the boat and equipment as well as waders, boots, rods and reels. From there we'll climb aboard a 5 person drift boat into the glacial aqua blue waters of the Kasilof River. We'll be targeting some of the worlds largest salmon during the trip. We'll will target Sockeye Salmon, Silver Salmon, or King Salmon depending upon which species is coming up the river that day. There are 17 miles of river to explore. The headwaters of the Kasilof begin at Tustamena Lake which is the 8th largest lake in Alaska. Throughout the day we'll discuss the ecology of the river, the critical habitat and how salmon use it, salmon behavior, specifics of spawning. We'll clean your fish for you and teach you how to do it and well as discuss all the great recipes you could make! These trips are full-day trips and take between 7 and 8 hours.

Girdwood Custom Photoshoot

Visit a few of my favorite local outdoor spots here in beautiful scenic Girdwood to have professional photos taken of you, your family, or friends! Explore a few hidden gems just right off the beaten path and take home beautiful photos to remember your time in this unique Alaskan resort town. *If you don’t see the time or date you prefer, please message me! * -Meeting Time! First we will meet in Girdwood Town Square near the local post office to get to know each other. This location is easy to find in the town of Girdwood and has available parking year round. -Photo Session/Explore (1 hour) We will visit a few unique outdoor locations right here in Girdwood to take some portrait photos. I will make suggestions based on time of year and weather conditions but they are all breathtaking and will offer great options for photos to remember your Alaskan experience. We can take your photos at a glacier-fed river, mossy old-growth Alaskan rainforest, local waterfall, and a local meadow with spectacular views of mountains. I do not provide transportation, but all photo locations are within a 5 minute drive of where we meet. After the experience, I will produce an online gallery and send a link to download your high-resolution photos straight to your devices. All images in the gallery are yours to save, print, or post wherever you’d like.