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Learn all about our great state of Alaska with our Natural History of Alaska Guide. Learn about the native peoples of Alaska, the history of our government, all of our wildlife, and so much more. There is a wealth of interesting information here, and it's a great introduction for a trip to Alaska. These are actual excerpted chapters from our guide manual used by our Denali Lodges guides. Check back in the future as we add more information.
Alaska Land Mammals |
 The highlight of any Alaska visit is the opportunity to see large mammals such as whales, moose, caribou, bears and wolves. Read this Alaska Travel Guide about these and other furry residents.Learn More |
Alaska Birds |
 Alaska is home to a wide variety of birds and with 471 species positively identified, Alaska is a popular destination for birders the world over. Get a jump start with this guide to Alaska birds.Learn More |
Close Encounters with Wildlife |
 While most visitors to Alaska will admit to being afraid of bears, many Alaskans will tell you that they are actually more afraid of moose than they are of bears.Learn More |
Denali National Park and Preserve |
 Denali National Park is the major destination of Alaska travelers. With Mt. McKinley as its crown, Denali park is known for its unspoiled beauty and abundant wildlife.Learn More |
Geologic History of Denali National Park |
 Denali National Park lies in the heart of a curved mountain chain about 600 miles long, the Alaska Range. In the McKinley massif area, the range is about six miles wide and is aligned generally northeast to southwest. Follow through to learn a concise overview of Denali National Parks geology.Learn More |
Alaska Geology |
 Earthquake, volcanoes, mountains, and glaciers are ever-present reminders of Alaska's dynamic and complex geologic composition. Learn more about this changing land.Learn More |
Major Vegetation Types of Alaska |
 This guide describes the three general biomes that occur in Alaska; tundra, taiga (also known as boreal forest) and temperate coniferous rainforest.Learn More |
Trees of Alaska |
 There are 128 native species of trees and shrubs that occur in Alaska. This Alaska Travel Guide describes in details the most common trees Alaska travelers will see.Learn More |
National Petroleum Reserve |
 Set aside in 1923 for emergency use, the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska is the largest and most controversial piece of undeveloped federal land owned in the US.Learn More |
Alaska Government |
 Do you know the difference between a borough and a country? This guide attempts to answer this question while briefly describing the workings of the 49th state's government.Learn More |
Legislation That Shaped Alaska's History |
 Only a state since 1959, Alaska is a young state that even today attempts to balance the needs of economic growth with the necessity of preserving its rugged beauty and rich native culture.Learn More |
Native Peoples of Alaska |
 Learn more about the rich cultural heritage of the five distinct groups of Native Alaskan peoples: Aleut Athabascan; Tlingit and Haida; Inupiat; and Yupik.Learn More |
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We just got back from our trip to Alaska and I just wanted to say we had an awesome time in your great state. The itinerary for the six days went off without any problems, we were REALLY pleased with the cabin at the Backcountry Lodge, the ride on the Alaska Railroad was unique. On our trip into Denali we saw quite alot of wildlife bu....Read More
We and all our luggage made it back to Florida last week. We are still digesting the wonderful time we had and all the adventures we experienced. When we are asked what was the best part, there is never a short answer, because there was not one best, it was all terrific, everyday had something or somewhere wonderful and memorable !!
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We had a wonderful vacation in Alaska. It was a vacation the four of us will never forget. Your knowledge of your state helped us follow your directions on our itinerary each day, and everything went smooth. I will certainly recommend to anyone who is thinking of a Alaskan vacation. Thank you so very much.
- Jan Waggoner 2011
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