Northern Light Show

Here’s an image I’m sure you’ve seen a handful of time on TV most likely, well how would you like to see it in person! Choose your favorite form of viewing the beautiful and energetic lights that cover Fairbanks’ night sky. Take a sled dog trip, a snow cat tour to a panoramic vista, go in a horse drawn sleigh, or on a flight above the Arctic Circle. 

 

Aurora Forecast for Fairbanks, AK on September 3rd, 2012

Be one of the lucky few who get to sit under the living night sky that Alaskans get to enjoy every year. Gold, emerald, silver, and magenta colors present themselves in a dance that they know all too well. Photographs for this spectacle and guaranteed to be breathtaking. The glowing curtains will either change in seconds or remain unchanged for hours.

 

One Word: DENALI

EVERYONE can see Denali National Park when riding a bus!! Every bus ride has a great chance to see wildlife and amazing sights. No need for ripped calves and a heavy hikers bakpack, just bring a camera and some family or friends and take a ride through the park. Grizzly bears, moose and wolves are likely to cross your path as your ride up to Denali. There are tourists who see more wildlife in the park, then Alaskans do in their lifetime. It´s worth your while, wether you live close by and have never gone, or yout planning your family vacation. Enjoy the immense beauty Alaska has to offer with its outstanding natural wonder.

Alpine Lodge Denali promo package is avaliable at www.AkAlpineLodge.com or call 907.328.6300

Hunter? Hunting Season begins at the end of August visit www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=moosehunting.main

Alpine Lodge is now offering a special Denali & Fairbanks Packages visit our website for details www.akalpinelodge.com –DONT MISS OUT!

 

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There’s a State FAIR near you!

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Have a blast with the whole family at the Tanana Valley State Fair! Don’t miss out on this fun opportunity and join us on the rides, watching the performances or eating our locally grown food! The Alpine Lodge is HUGE … Continue reading →

Fabulous Fairbanks July 2012

Fairbanks is host to a number of World-Class Events in July; please join us in Celebrating our Heritage, Gold Rush History and The Arts. These events are not to be missed – We’ll see you soon!

W.E.I.O.

July 18th-21st

Two-Foot High Kick

Dancers at W.E.I.O.

The World Eskimo-Indian Olympics will be held in Fairbanks, Alaska. An amazing annual event worth watching where Alaskan Natives get to show off their skills! Survival of the fittest is nothing new to these incredible athletes! The unusual eventsshowcase strengths like no other competition. With events such as the Four Man Carry,Two-Foot High Kick, and the Ear Pull don’t expect a boring performance from these dedicated folks.Many new records are set each year! Each  event is followed by beautiful native dance performance.  To donate or check out more events      and previous records visit their website.

www.weio.org

(907) 452-6646

 

 

Come to Fairbanks and experience the Midnight Sun!

There’s so much to do in June in Fairbanks, Alaska!

From Friday June 01 until Saturday June 02 at 6:00 p.m. , it’s “Relay for Life”

Held at the West Valley High School Track, this fundraiser goes non stop for 24-Hours!

The theme for our 2012 Fairbanks Relay For Life is: RE-LEI FOR LIFE!!

May Specials, Mother’s Day-It’s Springtime in Fairbanks!

A’MAY’ZING things happening around the Alpine Lodge…

Spring has sprung! The bright colors of spring are all around, and meanwhile refreshing new colors are now at the Alpine Lodge so you can enjoy calm soothing environment during your stay. Other great additions are the new flat screen TV’s and stronger Wi-Fi! It’s the little things that matter, and they matter to us. Check out our website for summer promo rates!

http://www.alpinelodge.com

 

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Join us for dinner at the newly renovated restaurant, The Finish Line. The new entertaining and open environment has a variety of menu items, soon will include gluten free dishes. Craving some Alaskan King Crab? We have just the dish for you! Proudly serving locally grown fresh salads and homemade desserts. Bringing some true Alaska flavor to your vacation!

Mother’s Day is right around the corner, so don’t forget to treat your mom to a good meal to thank her for all she has done for you. The Finish Line is hosting a Mother Day Brunch Buffet to jumpstart our summer kickoff! Served from 10am until 2pm. Call now to make your reservation 907-328-6300.

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Guests arriving at The Alpine Lodge

Nenana Ice Classic Tripod Days

The year is 1917, picture a group of Alaskan Railroad workers building the only train of it’s kind in the world today. The single track bridge train is still in daily use today, and it goes through the town of Nenana, Alaska. Sixty-five miles southwest of Fairbanks this historic town has a competition like no other.

The locals host an event called The Nenana Ice Classic Tripod Days where they guess the date and time of the Tanana River ice breakup each spring. In late February, a black and white, 26-foot-tall tripod is set on Tanana’s River’s thick coating of ice. By the time April comes around, a cable that is attached to the tripod from a clock on the shore is tripped. When the tripod moves approximately 100 feet, and stops the clock. If you guess the day, hour and minute correctly you spilt the cash prize! (which recently has been $300,000!) This fun event introduces Spring and welcomes it’s arrival in interior Alaska 

photo credit: nenana ice classic

Once you’re done, head over to the Alaskan Railroad Museum or theGolden Railroad Spike Historic Park.  If ice just isn’t your thing, come up for June where the Nenana River Daze takes place! This gun show is super fun for any avid gun collectors. In July the town of Nenana gets celebrated again in the Nenana Whitewater Festival. For four miles the 30 competitors ride along the river in class III rapids. What an amazing sight to see!

photo credit: Denali Outdoor Center

If you’re looking for a wacky event join Alaskans in their annual Outhouse Race. It’s exactly what it sounds like, and it’s in Chatanika, Alaska. This historic gold mining town is just 30 miles north of Fairbanks. It is truly a unique and funny event for anyone who wants to have a good time with some good people!

The Alpine Lodge is pleased to announce “Pet Friendly” Accommodations! You and your best friend are now invited to stay in the lodge.

Look for the Alpine Lodge at The Great Alaskan Sportsman Show next week (March 29-April 01) in Anchorage and then at The Women’s Affair Show in Fairbanks the same week, we have GREAT Deals for you!!

Summer is almost here and we have the BEST Rates in Fairbanks…For reservations, please call 1-800-455-8851 or http://www.akalpinelodge.com

 

WARNING: Fairbanks, Alaska emits such Light, Energy and Warmth, you may not want to leave.

Fabulous Fairbanks

Fairbanks, Alaska is THE place to be in July!

Light, Energy and Warmth. These 3 words perfectly describe Fairbanks, Alaska or The “Golden Heart City” as it’s known. With 20 + Hours of Day Light every day, Fairbanks is abuzz with exciting Energy – There are non-stop events, celebrations and attractions. The Warmth from the resident Alaskans will surprise you as we genuinely want visitors to enjoy our amazing, culture-filled city!  The Interior of Alaska also receives the highest temperatures in the State of Alaska – sometimes reaching 80+ degrees with sun-filled days.

The month of July is so jam-packed with activities; Fairbanks is host to the World-Class Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival, World Eskimo Indian Olympics, Golden Days and The Popular Red-Green Regatta, essentially, it’s a Month Long celebration of our Heritage, Gold Rush History and The Arts.

In addition to mentioned events, there are Outdoor Concerts featuring National Bands such as Bare Naked Ladies, Hinder, Brandi Carlile and the Wailers at The Blue Loon in Ester (5 miles south of Fairbanks)

A local favorite event is the Red Green Regatta – This event features Watercraft built by participants floating/racing on the Chena River. Each Watercraft must implement “Duct Tape” into the design. The popular Canadian Show “The Red-Green Show” is the inspiration behind this event that will take place on the Chena River July 24, 2011. For more information please go to http://www.kuac.org/red-green-regatta-2011.html

There is so much to do and see in Fairbanks, Alaska; we promise to welcome all visitors with our Light, Energy and Warmth. Hope to see you soon! Below is a snapshot of *some* of the happenings in July!

W.E.I.O. World Eskimo-Indian Olympics July 20-23, 2011

www.weio.org (907) 452-6646

Held at The Carlson Center – 2010 2nd Ave Fairbanks, AK 99701  (907) 451-7800  Event Website: www.weio.org Indigenous people compete in traditional athletic games and celebrate through pageants and dances. Includes authentic Native arts and crafts show. Come help us celebrate. 

Blanket Toss at WEIO Photo credit: Jade Frank, FCVB

Native Dancers at WEIO   Photo credit:  FCVB

Golden Days 2011 July 20-24, 2011 www.fairbankschamber.org          (907) 452-1105

Golden Days  – Rubber Duckie Race Photo Credit: Katelin Delaney, GFCC

A jail on wheels cruises through town, picking up rascals with outstanding warrants. Can-can dancers in fishnet tights and feather boas parade through the streets. Gun-toting rogues in wide-brimmed hats and garter-belted shirt sleeves meander through town.

While this may sound like the turn-of-the-century in Fairbanks, the past comes back to life each July during Golden Days, a weeklong celebration of Fairbanks’ gold rush heritage. The 2011 Golden Days celebration takes place July 20-24.

The Midnight Sun shines on 5 days of Fairbanks-style fun. Take in a can-can show by the Fairbanks Golden Heart Dancers. Watch the Golden Days Grande Parade as it snakes through the city. Try your luck in the Golden Days Rubber Ducky Race where hundreds of numbered, yellow rubber duckies float down the Chena River to the cheers of ticket-holders on the riverbanks who hope to claim the race’s pot.

Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival July 17-31, 2011

www.fsaf.org (907) 474-8869

The Fairbanks Summer Arts Festival, 2-weeks of study-performance opportunities in all art forms, encourages both personal growth and arts appreciation regardless of level of accomplishment. On the University of Alaska Fairbanks campus under the Midnight Sun approximately 1,000 adults register and participate with nearly 100 guest artists in 125 workshops in music, visual arts, literary arts, dance and healing arts with 45 performances.

Alpine Lodge & Finish Line Restaurant Open Year-Round

www.akalpinelodge.com (907) 328-6300 or 800-455-8851

Let the Alpine Lodge be your “Base Camp” when you arrive in Fairbanks! We have terrific rates (www.akalpinelodge.com) and are continually running “web” specials so that you can enjoy The “Golden Heart City” of all it has to offer (which is A LOT!) We are conveniently located near the Fairbanks International Airport and just minutes away from Downtown Fairbanks. We offer Complimentary Shuttle service, Complimentary Continental Breakfast & WiFi and we have the Friendliest staff in town.

Alpine Lodge Lobby

Alpine Lodge Exterior