Cool Summer in Alaska - USA
Cool Summer in Alaska
Alaska is a U.S. state located
in the northwest extremity of North America. The Canadian administrative
divisions of British Columbia and Yukon border the state to the east, its most
extreme western part is Attu Island, and it has a maritime border with Russia
to the west across the Bering Strait. To the north are the Chukchi and Beaufort
seas–the southern parts of the Arctic Ocean. The Pacific Ocean lies to the
south and southwest. It is the largest state in the United States by area. In
addition, it is the 3rd least populous and the most sparsely populated of the
50 United States; nevertheless, it is by far the most populous territory
located mostly north of the 60th parallel in North America, its population (the
total estimated at 738,432 by the U.S. Census Bureau in 2015) more than
quadrupling the combined populations of Northern Canada and Greenland.
Approximately half of Alaska's residents live within the Anchorage metropolitan
area. Alaska's economy is dominated by the fishing, natural gas, and oil
industries, resources which it has in abundance. Military bases and tourism are
also a significant part of the economy.
The United States purchased
Alaska from the Russian Empire on March 30, 1867, for 7.2 million U.S. dollars
at approximately two cents per acre ($4.74/km2). The area went through several
administrative changes before becoming organized as a territory on May 11,
1912. It was admitted as the 49th state of the U.S. on January 3, 1959.
FISHING IN ALASKA
Alaska offers some of the most
spectacular freshwater, saltwater, fly- and even ice fishing in the world. It
can be as easy as pulling off the side of the road and casting a line, or you
can charter a boat or float plane to whisk you off to a secluded fishing spot
where you can reel in one of the more than 627 species that inhabit the Alaskan
waters, including a variety of salmon, trout, halibut, arctic char, pike,
grayling and Dolly Varden. With over three million lakes, 12,000 rivers and
thousands more fish-filled streams, you can see the challenge isn't catching
fish, but deciding where and what to catch.
http://www.outdoorlife.com/top-10-best-alaska-fishing-trips
Fishing alone accounts for
roughly $652 million in annual spending by visitors, including purchases of
licenses, guides and equipment. So it’s no wonder that every region of Alaska
offers accommodations that cater to the needs of the angler, ranging from
rustic camping to all-inclusive luxury lodges, and everything in between.
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Driving in Alaska allows you
the freedom to explore the Last Frontier at your own pace. Scenic views of
towering mountains and sparkling glaciers and waterways are abundant along
Alaska’s highways, as well as up-close encounters with wildlife like sheep,
eagles and moose — right from the road. Many popular destinations and visitor
attractions in Alaska are primarily accessible by highway, including Denali
National Park and Preserve, Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve,
Kenai National Wildlife Refuge and more.
Car and RV rentals are
available in most Alaska cities. Services like gas, food, campsites and other
lodging are plentiful along main highways. Many of these roadways are
recognized for remarkable scenic, historical and cultural qualities by the
National Scenic Byways program. Alaska also has two All-American Roads, the
highest level of federal recognition available. The first is the Seward
Highway, stretching from Anchorage to Seward in Southcentral Alaska. The second
is the entire route of the Alaska Marine Highway System, the state ferry system
and the only marine route in the National Scenic Byways program. The Alaska
Marine Highway allows travelers to bring cars and RVs onboard for easy access
to other port communities and regions.
There are a variety of
resources for travelers who choose to see Alaska by road. The Milepost, a
comprehensive, mile-by-mile guide to Alaska’s highways, includes maps and
detailed information on services and attractions along the way. For updates on
road conditions and public access restrictions, consult the State of Alaska
Department of Transportation website at http://511.alaska.gov.
CRUISE
& LAND TOURS
Tours of all lengths and
formats are available in Alaska, from a weeklong backcountry adventure to a
leisurely trip in a motorcoach to experience the Alaska Highway. Rail tours
stretch from tidewater in Southcentral Alaska to the heart of the state’s
Interior region, visiting state and national parks along the way. Day and
multi-day cruises offer a quick glance of Alaska’s coast or the opportunity to
immerse yourself in the marine environment.
For those interested in
splitting the difference between active adventure and relaxed pampering,
Alaska’s adventure companies offer some of the best compromises. After a day of
hiking, rafting or kayaking, guides set up camp and prepare dinner while guests
sit back and take in the stunning scenery.
ART,
CULTURE & HISTORY
If you’re addicted to the
History Channel, you stockpile old issues of National Geographic, or prefer to
visit places where people practice customs different from your own, Alaska
offers endless options.
https://www.anchorage.net/discover/alaska-native-cultures/
Alaska visitors can experience
the state’s unique Native culture through many avenues including totem carving,
Native dancing, the blanket toss, traditional music, crafts and festivals as
well as cultural and historical museums, heritage centers and academics.
Whether you want to explore Alaska’s vibrant Native culture or other artistic
and intellectual attractions like music festivals, local artisan handiwork,
Russian iconography or museum exhibits, a long list of things to do and see
awaits you.
ADVENTURE
& ECOTOUR PACKAGES
Alaska is an adventurer’s
playground! Adventure excursions are perfect for those who may not be the most
experienced in the outdoors. Packaged adventure tours are also a great way to
explore activities you may not have tried before – or even been aware they
existed – like dog mushing on a glacier or heli-hiking in the backcountry of
Denali National Park.
Book a sportfishing tour and
battle a mighty king salmon for your dinner plate, or follow a guided kayak
tour through Alaska’s pristine waters. Looking to up the ante? Adrenaline
junkies will want to look into zipline, whitewater rafting or snowmobile tours.
No matter what activity you
are looking to conquer, you will find an Alaska adventure package to fit your
travel needs.
https://www.travelalaska.com/
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