Aurora Borealis over Fairbanks, Alaska

Alaska: Traversing the Winter Wonders IV

Many say you haven't truly experienced Alaska until you've been there during the winter. Now is your chance to witness many of the things that make Alaska famous that you can't do during the summer months.  Watch the start of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race in Anchorage, view the spectacular Aurora Borealis or northern lights in Fairbanks, soak in the pools at Chena Hot Springs, mush your own sled dog team, and ski and snowshoe in deep powder snow while staying overnight in some of the best Alaskan lodges.

Class: February 18, 2009 - 6-8PM

Field Study: March 5-13, 2009

Fee:  $1,770 (includes air/ground transportation, all entry fees, lodging, skiing, dogsledding and snowshoeing fees, and some meals).

Downloads

Slideshow from previous "Alaska: Traversing the Winter Winders" Field Studies (Windows Media Player WMV file)

Sample itinerary from previous Field Study (PDF file)

Equipment list (PDF file)