So, you want to go to Alaska, enjoy the wildlife and take
some of it home with you? No sweat.
Want to catch a 100-pound (yes, 100-pound) halibut? Look no
further than the Kenai River. The town of Kenai is roughly a three-hour drive
from Anchorage and has a many different companies offering tours to fish for
halibut or the famous (and often ridiculously large) Alaskan salmon.
Still, a fisherman who does his research can find the
perfect place to fish. They like to call Minnesota “The land of 10,000 lakes.”
Well, in Alaska, there are three million lakes, more than 3,000 rivers and
streams everywhere. Fisherman can even cast their poles in some areas of
Anchorage municipality.
For hunters, the land is full of moose, caribou and bear,
all with season openings for hunters. There are countless companies offering
hunting trips, so do your research and check with your travel agent to find the
best deal for you.
Also, check with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game for
any necessary licenses or restrictions.
Read All About It: “Alaskan Bear Tales” has long been a best
seller for hunters and teaches valuable lessons. A collection of stories about
human encounters with bears; it is the ultimate cautionary book. While often
hilarious, the book has one general theme – bears, especially grizzly and polar
bears, are really, really big and unpredictable. Just something to remember
while in Alaska’s wilderness.
Denali National Park & Preserve
At more than six million acres, the Denali National Park & Preserve is home to the 20,320-foot tall Mt.
McKinley. How big is Mt. McKinley? Well, on a clear day you can view it from
both Fairbanks and Anchorage – cities separated by 800 miles.
Just a four-hour drive from Anchorage,
Denali is easily accessible during non-winter months, and trips to Denali can
include lessons on mountaineering, backpacking, fishing, and camping. The
majestic sights will take your breath away