Nascarcruzin
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He might like rafting in Denali.
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paulj
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You don't have enough bears along 16? The closest that I've gotten to a wild bear, was just off 16 near the turn off to the 37. I was driving on a gravel road on the north side of the river, trying to get a good view of the 7 Sisters Mtns, and spooked a juvenile grazing the road. It scurried up an alder by the road, so I was able take some close up photos barely stepping out of the car.
The most bears that I've seen in one day was on a forestry road just off of the Bella Coola valley - BC 20 to Bella Coola feels a lot like the drive to Alaska.
And not too far away, just NE of Prince Rupert is a BC park established specifically to protect grizzly bears (Khutzeymateen)
There isn't a big difference in the sights between northern BC and Yukon and Alaska. I'd be just as happy driving to Whitehorse, and taking the ferry back to Prince Rupert - and taking my time - as pushing all the way to Alaska.
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kpitch
Portland, Michigan
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If you go to Nikiski, along the Cook Inlet, there is a public indoor water park. Our granddaughter (10 yrs.) traveled with us last year, and we had a blast at this water park, and the cost was minimal, like $7 for the day. Stop by first and check out their hours of operation, as it seems the times were limited. The State Park (Discovery, I think) at the end of the road had sites overlooking the ocean and we walked the beach every day to find treasures.
Also, she really enjoyed the tram ride up the mountain in Girdwood. Hangliders were launching from the edge at the top, and it was great to watch. If you have medical issues while in Girdwood, the clinic in town was great. And...the restaurant next to the medical clinic (can't remember the name) had fantastic nachos. We stopped by twice while driving by Girdwood to eat there.
Hope this helps because traveling with a disgruntled teenager can negatively impact everyone : )
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akgent
Deshka Landing, Alaska USA
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A plane ride and bears all in one day. Go north of Anchorage about a hundred miles. Get hold of Willow Air. Take a sack of dog food and to to Bear Haven. It is only about 15 minutes by air. There is a guy that has black and brown bears coming into his yard all day and night, looking for a handout. Charlie is his name. Everyone around knows who he is.
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rbennett
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If you are in the area when the salmon run up the river at Haines, the bears come out when the tide is coming in near high tide. Go to the bridge at Chilkoot lake. You can stand on the bridge and watch "Da Bears" for a couple of hours. Amazing how human-like they are, we watched a mama teach her full-grown cub to fish, just wonderful.
A high tide just before dark is best, we were there Sept 1st. Could be earlier then that if you call and check at visitor center. b
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queenofthedock
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Saw over 20 bears on the Cassier in late May/early June this year. Go to Hyder on the way back in late August for many bears also.
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ak_traveler
Fairbanks, Alaska
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Ok I know everyone's thinking it, so I'll go ahead and say it... "afraid of bears" wants to SEE bears? LOL!
Well Denali is a decent place on occasion but southcentral is a better shot at it. Yes flying in is about the best way if you can do it. There are several hotspots for bear viewing.
As for activities for your teenager, if you get up to Fairbanks, there is a go kart place up here as well. In Anchorage there is H2Oasis, a waterpark that looks like fun. Up here you can go gold panning, ride the Riverboat Discovery, there are motorcycle rentals available, and lots of other things to do.
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hwilkerson
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We are in Alaska now and have seen lots of bears and other wildlife. Even saw an airplane pulling a water skier. Read our blog and see pictures at http://travels-northtoalaska.blogspot.com
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Lindylu
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Be sure to get the Alaska Tour Saver coupon book before you leave home. It will cost $99 but we used ours and recouped the cost with only two excursions.
There is supposed to be another discount book called Northern Lights Coupon Book but is only available at Barnes and Noble bookstore in Anchorage.
There are lots and lots of excursions to choose from and they are all pretty pricey but the Tour Saver saves you half on everything (BOGO - buy one admission and get one free)
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