There has been very little rain here recently and Jeanne was wanting to water the dry spots in the grass. Jim volunteered.
Sunday, June 30, 2024
The Riverboat Discovery
When we told people that we were coming to Fairbanks they all said, “You have to do the riverboat tour.” We plan to, but it was super Smokey (there are several wildfires in the area) so we are waiting for a better day. It got a bit better so we walked from Jeanne’s to the water to see it go by on its way back to the dock. It was a good photo op!
More fun at the North Pole…
We had fun exploring and needed some treats. The girls got fruity sodas and we shared some fudge (thanks Jeanne!).
Welcome to the North Pole
We went to North Pole, Alaska to visit Santa's workshop and have a visit with Santa, himself.
Far from Everywhere!
We have covered 4,800 miles on the trip so far and this is the furthest point we will be from home.
The Antler Arch
This antler arch is made of caribou and moose antlers. We needed the obligatory family photo.
Welcome to Fairbanks!
We made it to Fairbanks and have settled in with my teacher friend, Jeanne Holmberg. She and her husband have a slice of Alaska heaven outside of the city. It's been so fun to catch up and slow down on the trip.
Saturday, June 29, 2024
Ice Cream
Hike = Ice Cream. Sam had Birch Syrup flavor and it was delicious! (Alix had moose tracks and gold rush!)
I hear the train!
Our timing was perfect! On the walk back we heard the train whistle. We waiting just a few minutes and were treated to the train going over the tall trestle bridge. Watch the video to see the people waving to us! (Jim was filming and I waved first.)
Triple Lakes Trail
We went for a hike to see the swinging bridge. (This is not the swinging bridge.) The view of the train bridge from the trail was cool!
Sled Dog Demonstration
We went back to the kennel to see the sled dogs in action. They hooked a small group up to a cart to show how they run as a team. Then they unleashed them to return to their houses. The other dogs were cheering then on!
We had to get in a few more scratches!
Out of sight
The caribou wandered into the culvert under the road and enjoyed a bit of shade. Of course they had to take a look!
Caribou Sighting
We drove the 13 miles into the park that you can do in your car (the rest is only open to park busses and tours) and spotted this enormous caribou. We were surprised to see him wandering down the dry creek bed. His antlers are dark because he is in velvet.
Denali Sled Dogs
The park has a kennel where they raise and house sled dogs. The dogs are used for hauling and accessing remote places in the park. They are Alaskan Huskies- bred for strength in hauling and working in teams. The kennel is open to visitors and as long as you don't cross the rope you can pet the dogs. In the summer, to get their exercise, each dog has a team of volunteer dog walkers who take them out for 2-3 miles per day.
The dogs retire at age 8 or 9 and are adopted out to families who apply. This is Venture. He is retiring in September!
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