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AK REACH Academy

Fairbanks to Denali by the Alaska Railroad

AK REACHAcademy Fairbanks to Denali by the Alaska Railroad

Please return signed permission slips to reach@agsd.us by April 30.

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Hotel Reservations

Pike's Waterfront Lodge is holding a group of rooms for families to call and reserve. When reserving your room, let Pikes know you are with AK REACH Academy. Check in dates are available on 5/9/24, with check-out dates on 5/11/24. Once you have committed to these reservations, any changes will need to be paid for by you or your allocation funds.
Your Alaskan-Owned Fairbanks Hotel - Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Your Alaskan-Owned Fairbanks Hotel - Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Pike's Waterfront Lodge is your Alaskan-owned Fairbanks hotel, featuring 180 rooms and 28 cabins, scenic views, outstanding amenities, and great service.

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Since you'll be exploring Denali National Park, make sure to pack accordingly. Check the weather forecast and pack appropriate clothing, gear, and food for your trip. Also, consider any amenities that may not be available that you were expecting in Fairbanks.


Be flexible: Keep in mind that unexpected changes can happen when traveling. It's important to stay flexible and be prepared to adjust your plans as needed.


See below for information on the Museum of the North, Alaska Train Depot, and Denali National Park.

Needed - Proof of vehicle insurance

Because this is a REACH Academy activity, anyone driving their own vehicles must have turned in proof of insurance to the District Office PRIOR TO GOING ON THE TRIP or reimbursements can not be honored. Please submit your proof of insurance to reach@agsd.us. The milage rates for a roundtrip to Fairbanks are 418 miles at $280.06. A link to the Travel Authorization Form is provided below, this form will be used for reimbursement of milage after the trip.


Students have a per diem rate of $25.00/day for food, and we need receipts turned in for that amount after the field trip. Parents/chaperones (one paid per family) receive $63.00 (total for the trip) for food and we do not need receipts for adults. Additional family members are paid for by the family.

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Museum of the North

Museum of the North

WINTER HOURS September 16 to May 14Open 7 days a week: 9 AM - 5:30 PMCafe Winter Hours: Tues-Sat, 9:30 AM - 3 PM SUMMER HOURS 2024 May 15 to September 15Open 7 days a week: 9 AM - 7 PM Admission Sales/Doors Close at 6:30 PM Cafe Summer Hours: Daily, 9 AM - 4 PM Note: Hours are subject to change.

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Event Information

Museum of the North

When?

Thursday, May 9, 2024, 12:00 PM

Where?

Museum of the North, Yukon Drive, Fairbanks, AK, USA

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You might like to know You might like to know

The Alaska Railroad requires passengers to check-in at the ticket window and show a government issued photo ID (for those age 18 and older) to receive boarding passes.


The Alaska Railroad require passengers to check-in at the ticket counter one hour early at the Fairbanks depot and 30-45 minutes at Denali. At depots, boarding for all trains occurs 20-30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure. Reservations and seat assignments may be altered if passengers and baggage are not checked in 15 minutes prior to scheduled departure.


The Alaska Railroad offers checked baggage service. For your safety and the safety of others, only one carry-on is allowed per person. Carry-on bags may not exceed 15” x 14” x 6”. Please remember to carry on medications, cameras or other items that you will need during your train ride.


This information can be found in the link below.

Alaska Railroad

Alaska Railroad

Find answers to the most common questions about purchasing Alaska Railroad train tickets, checking in, baggage policy, what it's like onboard the train and more.

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Alaska Railroad

Alaska Railroad

Adventure Class service offers comfortable seating, large picture windows and incredible views of Alaska.

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Event Information

Railroad Depot

When?

Friday, May 10, 2024, 07:15 AM

Where?

Alaska Railroad - Fairbanks Depot, Alaska Railroad Depot Rd, Fairbanks, AK, USA

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Denali for Families Denali for Families

https://www.nps.gov/dena/learn/kidsyouth/upload/Denali-for-Families.pdf

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Food amenities may not be available during the preseason visiting times. Food amenities may not be available during the preseason visiting times.

Denali National Park and Preserve

Denali National Park and Preserve

Mt. Denali, formerly Mt. McKinley, is North America's highest mountain, and is contained within Denali National Park in Alaska. The Alaska Range also...

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Hike a Short Trail From the Denali Visitor Center (U.S. National Park Service)

Hike a Short Trail From the Denali Visitor Center (U.S. National Park Service)

At 6 million acres in size, Denali is incredibly vast, and hiking is possible almost anywhere in the park. However, there are only a handful of established trails in the park. Time is limited for many visitors, however, and some people find endless options to be endlessly difficult to plan.

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🗓 Important Dates 🗓 Important Dates

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  • 📝 RSVP by email to reach@agsd.us by Friday, April 12 for the Field Trip. Please include the number and names of adults and children that will be attending. If RSVP's are received after April 12, we will do our best to try to accommodate your family, but tickets may no longer be available.
  • RSVP to the End of the Year Party to reserve your spot. Please include the number and names of adults and children.
  • 🙋‍♀️ For questions call 907-883-2591 or email reach@agsd.us
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