Sunday, December 11, 2005

2 things I know for sure

1. I booked our tour for Denali National Park today.

Tundra Wilderness Tour, 54 Miles One Way, 6-8 hours Round Trip For visitors wanting to know about Denali National Park’s varied landscapes and wildlife, this 6-8 hour fully narrated tour takes visitors to the Toklat River at mile 54 of the Park Road. While we can’t predict nor promise when and where wildlife may show up, this tour travels deep into the heart of the park and will allow you ample opportunity to look for Dall sheep, moose, caribou and the elusive grizzly bear. On days when Denali (Mt. McKinley) is visible, it may be possible to travel to Stony Hill Overlook at mile 62 where the mountain first becomes fully visible from base to summit - an impressive view. There are two general departure times daily: the AM departures leaving generally between 5:30am and 7:30 am are designed to get you back for the afternoon train to Fairbanks, while the PM departures allow you to arrive on the noon train from Fairbanks, departing generally between 1:30pm and 3:00pm. Exact departure times are not guaranteed and are based on availability.

2. And cousin Tom's amazing set up http://www.knikglacier.com/

I want to do this (and the air boat and the kayak and of course the flight tour):
GLACIER CAMP OVERNIGHT
Hunter Creek Adventures is pleased to offer our fully outfitted wilderness tent camp, located at the face of the Knik Glacier. Glacier Camp has a front row seat to one of south central Alaska's most spectacular natural wonders. This is the Alaska you dreamed about; wild, rugged, and stunningly beautiful! Knik Glacier has been in a retreat for 7 years and puts on a spectacular show daily. Listen to the sound of white thunder echo off the mountains as Icebergs the size of 5 story buildings tumble into the new lake. Watch Dall sheep, moose and bears graze in nearby meadows Glacier Camp is fully outfitted for a quick visit or a multi day adventure. We supply Tents, sleeping bags, bear proof food storage, tables, chairs, bbq grill, ice box and camp kitchen. You supply a sense of adventure warm cloths, sturdy footwear and lots of film. This is a remote camping experience and we are the only overnight camp here. When the boat leaves chances are good you will not see another person until the boat comes to pick you up the next day. Bring your own food or allow us to provide meals for you.

We pick up the camper on Monday and I made the Denali reservations for the following Sunday. We'll have almost a full week of unscheduled adventures!

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

This is getting more exciting with each step you take! The pictures from Tom's website are beautiful! Only 5 months to go!

Katrina said...

CAMPING IN ALASKA!!!!!!!!!!!