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Alaska

Wild About Alaska: Glaciers & Wildlife With Your Family

Program No. 24150RJ
Alongside your family, explore Alaska by foot, train, raft, dog sled and boat to get up close to towering glaciers and awesome wildlife.
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National ParksOutdoor AdventuresFamily ProgramsSmall GroupNature & EnvironmentAges 8 – 17
Length
7 days
Rating
Not yet reviewed
Activity Level
Starts at
3,949 / ADULT
2,549 / CHILD
Program
At a Glance
Duration
7 days
Program Begins
Anchorage, AK
Program Concludes
Anchorage, AK
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
15 ( 6B, 4L, 5D )
Activity Level
Picture it: Floating down a clear river past jaw-dropping glaciers. Smiling from ear to ear while excited Huskies pull you and your family through the wilderness. During one unforgettable week in the wilds of Alaska, make memories that’ll last a lifetime as you explore some of the country’s coolest landscapes – literally! Experience train rides to amazing glaciers, wildlife walks through the forest and a rafting adventure while searching for moose and bears along the way. Learn about the animals that call Alaska home, all delving deep into the wild with your family.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Visit the SeaLife Center, where you’ll learn about marine animals during two hands-on activities, a scavenger hunt and trivia, and explore among the sea lions and seabird habitats!
  • Sail past massive glaciers in Kenai Fjords National Park as the experts help you search for local wildlife like whales, otters, puffins, sea lions and more.
  • Learn about Alaska’s long history of dog sledding at the Seavey Iditarod Racing Team's facility where the three-time champions train, enjoy a ride through the wilderness and meet the puppies-in-training.
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General Notes
This is a family program for participants, their adult children and grandchildren ages 8 and up. For a comparable grandparent adventure for grandchildren ages 8-12, check out "Wild About Alaska: Glaciers & Wildlife With Your Grandchild" (#24149).
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Lee Vale
Lee grew up plying the rich waters of the inside passage with his mother on a commercial fishing boat. There he developed a love for the quiet power found in these places so far from human civilization. He began his career as a naturalist in Glacier Bay National Park, later returning to the inside passage as an expedition leader on cruises. Lee holds a degree in cultural anthropology and history, and loves to share his knowledge and his home with guests from across the world.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
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Timothy Rawson
Tim Rawson came to Alaska in the 1980s to climb big mountains, and made Alaska his home. He earned a master's degree in northern studies from the University of Alaska Fairbanks and a doctorate in American history from the University of Oregon. He remains on the faculty at Alaska Pacific University in Anchorage. When he's not teaching or studying, you can find Tim out on the hills, mountains, or streams. He has years of experience leading groups and lecturing.
Activity Level
Let's Go!
Walking for up to two miles on sometimes rocky terrain, possible long periods of standing, floating down river for 3.5 hours, and dog sledding for 2 hours.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
Family Program
Share your love of learning with your family. These programs are designed for any combination of generations: grandparents, aunts, uncles, parents and children.
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Assurance Plan

Road Scholar's continued commitment to our participants and their well-being is exemplified whether participating on a program in the United States or on one of our International programs, every Road Scholar participant receives coverage under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan.

Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

  • Peace of Mind

    We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

  • Assurance Plan

    Road Scholar's continued commitment to our participants and their well-being is exemplified whether participating on a program in the United States or on one of our International programs, every Road Scholar participant receives coverage under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan.

  • Want to Protect Your Investment?

    Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

  • Sustainable Travel

    We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.