Alaska 8 Day Road Trip: Anchorage, Fairbanks, Glaciers, Wildlife & Denali over 1, 000 Miles - Through My Lens
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Date: 2022-03-11
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Shelly
I was in Alaska in 1962. We drove all the way from N. J to Niagra Falls and crossed into Canada. We drove across Canada (camping all the way) up into the Yukon (Yellowknife) into Alaska. Went to Fairbanks, North Pole, down to Anchorage (biggest store there then was Jonas Bros(a store and museum combined. We were in Wasilla and Talkitna also. Went to Valdez and Homer. We also drove up to Wonder Lake and Denali Park (Mt. McKinley Park. Saw the lower mountains, camped overnight in a rainstorm The next morning the clouds broke and we saw Denali. it towers over the lower mountains! Magnificent! We're in Valdez the year before the earthquake and tsunami that destroyed most of the town. Back then the main town had dirt roads, hitching posts and wooden sidewalks. At Homer we went onto Homer Spit and caught a king crab when the tide went out. We took it to the local cannery and brought home tons of crab. Were in Saldotna Saw many totems, caught lots of salmon, walked on glaciers, saw millions of beautiful fireweeds, marmots and yes, many moose. Ate mooseburgers for lunch. Drove back home through idaho, Montana, the Dakotas, Minnesota and across back to N. J. The trip of a lifetime, 11, 000 miles give or take.
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I was in Alaska in 1962. We drove all the way from N. J to Niagra Falls and crossed into Canada. We drove across Canada (camping all the way) up into the Yukon (Yellowknife) into Alaska. Went to Fairbanks, North Pole, down to Anchorage (biggest store there then was Jonas Bros(a store and museum combined. We were in Wasilla and Talkitna also. Went to Valdez and Homer. We also drove up to Wonder Lake and Denali Park (Mt. McKinley Park. Saw the lower mountains, camped overnight in a rainstorm The next morning the clouds broke and we saw Denali. it towers over the lower mountains! Magnificent! We're in Valdez the year before the earthquake and tsunami that destroyed most of the town. Back then the main town had dirt roads, hitching posts and wooden sidewalks. At Homer we went onto Homer Spit and caught a king crab when the tide went out. We took it to the local cannery and brought home tons of crab. Were in Saldotna Saw many totems, caught lots of salmon, walked on glaciers, saw millions of beautiful fireweeds, marmots and yes, many moose. Ate mooseburgers for lunch. Drove back home through idaho, Montana, the Dakotas, Minnesota and across back to N. J. The trip of a lifetime, 11, 000 miles give or take.
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Maria
Wow Josh! What an incredible resource! Thank you, your dad too! What a duo!
In consideration of your inspiring video, my husband and I will be going to Alaska and using your video as a helpful guide. We're staying 10 days. May 3 will be our arrival date in Anchorage. I see that that the Denali buses will only be going to mile market 42. is this worth it? Definitely Matanuska Glacier, which tour did you use?
Where would you have explored if you had two more days? We are very adventurous, & physically hardy. Love the outdoors, all aspects!
Any help /ideas etc. would be so appreciated.
Warmly, Maria
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Wow Josh! What an incredible resource! Thank you, your dad too! What a duo!
In consideration of your inspiring video, my husband and I will be going to Alaska and using your video as a helpful guide. We're staying 10 days. May 3 will be our arrival date in Anchorage. I see that that the Denali buses will only be going to mile market 42. is this worth it? Definitely Matanuska Glacier, which tour did you use?
Where would you have explored if you had two more days? We are very adventurous, & physically hardy. Love the outdoors, all aspects!
Any help /ideas etc. would be so appreciated.
Warmly, Maria
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hendrsb33
If you ever go back to Alaska and if the weather permits, definitely take the glacier flight to Denali from Talkeetna. I flew in a K2 DeHavilland Otter to land on a glacier where they let you out on the ice for 20 minutes. From there, you can look out over an endless sea of mountain peaks marching off to infinity. On my trip, I rode shotgun on the way back alongside the pilot with my iPad in the window, filming as we flew between mountain peaks. It was the most National Geographic experience I've ever had. Well worth the price.
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If you ever go back to Alaska and if the weather permits, definitely take the glacier flight to Denali from Talkeetna. I flew in a K2 DeHavilland Otter to land on a glacier where they let you out on the ice for 20 minutes. From there, you can look out over an endless sea of mountain peaks marching off to infinity. On my trip, I rode shotgun on the way back alongside the pilot with my iPad in the window, filming as we flew between mountain peaks. It was the most National Geographic experience I've ever had. Well worth the price.
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Tina
Great video! I was born and lived in Alaska forever. Watching this video brought back a flood of memories. When I was young, some 40-50 years ago the glaciers were much closer. We used to travel the road from Anchorage to Glenallen quite often as my auntie lived there. It is beautiful. I live on the Kenai Peninsula and it amazes me how fast traffic travels. I often have lunch at one of the pullouts just to soak in the beauty. I will be sharing this video with people that ask me about Alaska. Thanks for creating it.
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Great video! I was born and lived in Alaska forever. Watching this video brought back a flood of memories. When I was young, some 40-50 years ago the glaciers were much closer. We used to travel the road from Anchorage to Glenallen quite often as my auntie lived there. It is beautiful. I live on the Kenai Peninsula and it amazes me how fast traffic travels. I often have lunch at one of the pullouts just to soak in the beauty. I will be sharing this video with people that ask me about Alaska. Thanks for creating it.
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Linda
I can no longer travel due to physical restrictions. I watch your videos instead. They're not as good as actually being there, but it's the best I can do. I love your videos, and I love the memories you're making with your dad. Those will stay with you forever. Thank you very much.
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I can no longer travel due to physical restrictions. I watch your videos instead. They're not as good as actually being there, but it's the best I can do. I love your videos, and I love the memories you're making with your dad. Those will stay with you forever. Thank you very much.
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Ricardo
Let me say that was incredible guy's, definitely in our bucket list of Alaska, Question how much money do we need for this spectacular trip, friend of mine wants to know thank you for sharing this amazing journey with us. beautiful Glacier stunning Woah. magnificent.
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Let me say that was incredible guy's, definitely in our bucket list of Alaska, Question how much money do we need for this spectacular trip, friend of mine wants to know thank you for sharing this amazing journey with us. beautiful Glacier stunning Woah. magnificent.
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Magellan
Ashamed to say it took this long to finish watching this video. Couldnt watch all at once. Not only a bucket list for us, but you did a superb job with the shots and pacing. I think of all the long trip videos, this might be your best one yet.
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Ashamed to say it took this long to finish watching this video. Couldnt watch all at once. Not only a bucket list for us, but you did a superb job with the shots and pacing. I think of all the long trip videos, this might be your best one yet.
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Ciara
This is awesome! I'm taking my son on a surprise visit to see family in Alaska from where we are in the UK in a few months. I'm hoping to see mooses, salmon, the northern lights, just everything! I'm so excited
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This is awesome! I'm taking my son on a surprise visit to see family in Alaska from where we are in the UK in a few months. I'm hoping to see mooses, salmon, the northern lights, just everything! I'm so excited
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Tania
I saw the Movie Into The Wild, so seeing that bus was pretty kool, its also awesome how your spending quality time with your Dad. I'm enjoying your video. Im from New Zealand by the way
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I saw the Movie Into The Wild, so seeing that bus was pretty kool, its also awesome how your spending quality time with your Dad. I'm enjoying your video. Im from New Zealand by the way
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Craig
I have to say I never thought would watch the whole thing but you nailed it thanks so much for the video we plan on doing the pan American and this video is a great starting point
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I have to say I never thought would watch the whole thing but you nailed it thanks so much for the video we plan on doing the pan American and this video is a great starting point
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