East Side of Denali

A Different Alaska

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July 6th 2016
Early in our trip planning process we made a conscience decision to go south first and then swing up north as we exit Alaska. This decision was mostly predicated on the anticipated weather. Historically it is still pretty cold in Fairbanks during late May when we planned to arrive and the weather warms in the south earlier in the season. It also had a lot to do with being near the King Salmon fish ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more