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Travel Programs
June 11 - 17 . . . Southeast Alaska Hiking
Begin in Haines on the evening of June 11; end in Skagway on the morning of June 17.Explore some of the spectacular trails accessible from Haines and Skagway. Take four very diverse day-hikes and relax each evening with a leisurely dinner and accommodations in a comfortable hotel. Start in Haines with an eagle preserve float trip and the Seduction Point hike, then take the ferry to Skagway. The Laughton Glacier hike (6-8 miles) and the Denver Trail hike (4-5 miles) start with rides on the White Pass Railroad to wilderness whistle stops at the trailheads. The final hike will cover an interesting section of the Chilkoot Trail. Limited to 10 participants.
Cost of $1175/person includes 6 nights lodging (double occupancy), 3 lunches and 4 dinners, ferry transfer from Haines to Skagway, transportation to trail heads and guided hikes. Transportation from Fairbanks is not included. $100 deposit, remaining $1075 due April 1 ($1050 if paying by check).
June 27–July 1 . . . There’s No Place Like Nome
Leave from Fairbanks June 27 morning; return July 1 afternoon.Study how the environment shapes the lives of the people of the Bering Sea coast from the ancient indigenous cultures to the 20th century immigrants. Focus on the flora, fauna and resources of the southern coast of the Seward Peninsula, and the people who live there. Enjoy field trips to defunct gold dredges, the “train to nowhere,” a fish processing plant, and a modern Native village at the end of the road. Spend time in the Bering Land Bridge National Preserve and learn about the ecology of the Nome area. Limited to 12 participants.
Cost of $1,110/person includes round-trip transportation from Fairbanks, ground transportation in Nome, tours, lectures, lodging (double occupancy), 4 lunches and two dinners. $100 deposit; remaining $1010 due April 1($985 if paying by check).
July 21 – 25 . . . Cordova
Begin with dinner July 21; end with breakfast, July 25.Cordova is a uniquely Alaskan community, shaped by its dramatic natural setting, rich cultural heritage, and colorful residents. It is a working fishing town that still looks to the ocean and forests for its livelihood. Visit Cordova for the best of both worlds, the pleasures of a small town and step-out-the-door access to adventure where the Chugach National Forest is our own back yard. Learn the importance of the wetlands to the people, birds and salmon of the Copper River Delta and the Chugach National Forest. Explore the commercial fishing industry: its history, current issues and the future. Take a closer look at the community: its native history, the role of Cordova in Alaska history from 1908 – 2008, and the master artists who have called this home. Field trips and opportunities to explore.
Estimated Cost of $580/person includes 4 nights lodging (double occupancy), 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 3 dinners, tours, lectures, and local transportation. Transportation from Fairbanks is not included. $100 deposit; remaining $480 due May 1 ($465 if paying by check).
July 26 – Aug. 1 . . . Wrangell-St. Elias National Park
Leave from Fairbanks on the morning of July 26; return on the evening of Aug. 1.Spend a delightful week at Horsfeld, deep in the wilderness of the Wrangell St. Elias National Park. Each day’s activities will be tailored to your desires: ride on the excellent mountain horses to nearby high alpine valleys, lakes and creeks to view wildlife and the spectacular vista of the Wrangell Mountains, or fish, hike or just relax around camp. Enjoy home cooking from the woodstove, campfires and comfortable wall tent accommodations. Travel by road to Nabesna, then by charter plane to Horsfeld. Flight seeing is available upon request during the flight in or out of Horsfeld. Limited to 6 participants.
Cost of $2,710/person includes accommodations, camping gear, food, first aid, communications, round-trip transportation from Fairbanks, and experienced guides. $100 deposit; remaining $2,610 due May 1 ($2,550 if paying by check).
August 23 - 27 . . . McCarthy & Kennicott
Begin with dinner on Aug. 23; end after breakfast on Aug. 27.Visit the mining ghost town of Kennicott and its sister town McCarthy located in the heart of our largest national park, Wrangell St. Elias. Glaciers flowing from 16,000 ft. peaks, forested valleys and alpine meadows make it an ideal classroom to study the natural and human history of the area. Accommodations are at a lodge overlooking the Kennicott Glacier and steps away from the historic copper mill. Cold water sink in each room, nearby bathrooms and shower rooms. If there is sufficient interest, we may arrange for charter transportation from Glenallen to McCarthy.
Cost of $710 per person, double occupancy includes 4 nights in the lodge, all meals, gratuities, lectures, and activities. Transportation to McCarthy is not included. Deposit $100; $610 due June 1 ($595 if paying by check).
Activity Levels
| 1 | able to handle your own luggage, stand for up to one hour, climb a few stairs, and get on and off a motor coach or van |
| 2 | in addition, able to climb a few flights of stairs, and walk up to 2 miles on uneven surfaces |
| 3 | in addition, be in good health, mobile, able to participate in 3-5 hours of physical activity every day, and walk 3 - 5 miles at a moderate pace over uneven ground |
| 4 | in addition, be in excellent health, extremely mobile and used to an active lifestyle. Activities may require up to 6 hours of strenuous, fast-paced activity per day. |
