Museum of the North at University of Alaska – Fairbanks

Bear Art

I remember enjoying the Museum of the North as a child.  I think it’s the best history and wildlife museum in Alaska.  There are Native American, World War II, Gemstone, Animal, Fossil, and Art displays. Blue Babe One display that Continue reading Museum of the North at University of Alaska – Fairbanks

The Alaska Zoo

Polar Bear Bites

When I was very young we lived near the Alaska Zoo.  I don’t remember much from then.  I do however remember trips we made after we moved away. My Memories The two animals I remember the most are Annabelle (the Continue reading The Alaska Zoo

Prancing Caribou in Denali National Park and Preserve

DNP - Caribou Prancing Across Road

Caribou are interesting animals.  I found out a couple new tidbits about caribou on this trip. They have hollow hair which helps them swim and keep warm. They keep two temperatures…one for their core body and one for their legs.  Continue reading Prancing Caribou in Denali National Park and Preserve

Almost a Ghost Town – Carcross, Yukon Territory

Carcross General Store

During the ferry trip to Alaska, I met several great people.  One of them heard that I was leaving via Skagway.  She told me not to miss Carcross, which was a small town between Whitehorse, Yukon Territory and Skagway, Alaska.  Continue reading Almost a Ghost Town – Carcross, Yukon Territory

The Bears of All Bears

Grizzly

Remember when I couldn’t believe I saw black bears along the highway?  And, remember how cute the grizzly sow and cubs were? Well today I had quite a treat while traveling the Klondike Highway.  Nope, I didn’t run into anyone Continue reading The Bears of All Bears

Dall Sheep in Denali National Park and Preserve

Dall Sheep

Getting into the Park There are several options for getting into Denali National Park and Preserve. Private car can be driven the first 15 miles or sometimes farther with a special pass.  I drove in several times in an attempt Continue reading Dall Sheep in Denali National Park and Preserve

I got Locked in an Ice Museum

Ice Museum Igloo

Thursday I drove to Chena Hot Springs (east of Fairbanks).  The last time I visited Chena was in the 1980s with my parents and sister.  The biggest change since then was the addition of a year-round ice museum.  The ice Continue reading I got Locked in an Ice Museum

Grizzly Bears in Denali National Park and Preserve

DNP - Grizzly Sow and Cubs

Two of the hardest animals to spot in Denali National Park are grizzly bears and wolves.  During my trip I missed out on the wolves, but I did see a grizzly sow and her two cubs.  The little cubs were Continue reading Grizzly Bears in Denali National Park and Preserve

Moose Gone Wild in Denali National Park and Preserve

Cow Moose

Yesterday I took the shuttle into the park, but I had no idea that the most “exciting” thing that would happen was waiting for me back at camp. I stayed at the Riley Creek campground near the entrance of the Continue reading Moose Gone Wild in Denali National Park and Preserve

Hiking and Viewing at Flat Top in Anchorage, Alaska

Flat Top

Whenever I’m asked for places to see in Alaska (or more specifically Anchorage) Flat Top makes the cut.  The main viewing area can be accessed by car (driving directions below).  Depending on the weather Mount Susitna (Sleeping Lady) and Mt. McKinley Continue reading Hiking and Viewing at Flat Top in Anchorage, Alaska