Fairbanks Winter Guide 2008-2009

7-8 Nenana Ice Classic Tripod Days Official start-up of Alaska’s Largest Guessing Game; take a chance and try to pick the time when ice breaks up on the Tanana River. Games, contests and entertainment for the entire family. In Nenana, 55 miles south of Fairbanks. (907) 832-5446, classic@mtaonline.net, www.nenanaakiceclassic.com 20-22 64th Annual GCI Open North American Championship Sled Dog Race An Open class championship— where mushers may use an unlimited number of dogs in their team. The world’s fastest mushers compete in the oldest continuously run sled dog race in the world beginning at 1 pm. Start and finish downtown. Souvenirs available. (907) 457MUSH, adma@sleddog.org, www.sleddog.org Penny Volino/FCVB 13-15 Gene’s Chrysler Limited North American Championship Sled Dog Race As many as 80 teams from around the state and the world compete in skijoring, 4-dog, 6-dog, and 8-dog classes. 11 am at Mushers’ Hall on Farmers Loop Road. Indoor and outdoor spectator viewing. Souvenir and food concessions. Free admission. (907) 457-MUSH, adma@sleddog.org, www.sleddog.org 20- Apr 5 The Rainmaker An uplifting story that gets back to the basics of love, trust and the courage to dream, big or small. Presented by Fairbanks Drama Association. Fri.Sun. at Riverfront Theatre. Call (907) 456-PLAY for times. fda-fct@gci.net 14-15 Chatanika Days Winter festival with outhouse races and snowmachine tug-of-war in the historic gold mining town of Chatanika, 30 miles north of Fairbanks. (907) 389-2164 21-22 Art Expo An exhibition showcasing Alaskan arts. Presented by the Fairbanks Arts Association at the Bear Gallery, Alaska Centennial Center for the Arts, Pioneer Park. (907) 456-6485, fairbanksarts@ mosquitonet.com, www.fairbanksarts.org Kathy Hedges/FCVB 28 Lazer Vaudeville A combination of high-tech laser magic and the traditional arts of vaudeville to create an original theatrical production. Hering Auditorium. (907) 474-8081, info@fairbanks concert.org, www.fairbanks concert.org 18 Jeff Studdert Passenger Race Dog teams consist of one dog for every 40 pounds combined weight of musher and passenger. The race starts at 1 pm at Mushers’ Hall on Farmers Loop Road. (907) 457-MUSH, adma@ sleddog.org, www.sleddog.org 19-21 Festival of Native Arts Celebrate Alaska Native culture with traditional dancing and singing. See Native arts and crafts on display and for sale. (907) 474-6889, festival@uaf.edu, www.uaf.edu/festival April Jade Frank/FCVB 2-5 74th Annual International Curling Bonspiel Curling is the oldest organized sport in Fairbanks! Come curl with us! Commemorative pins, shirts and souvenirs. Prizes awarded for men’s and women’s teams. (907) 452-CURL, www.curlfairbanks.org Courtesy of Junior World Committee, Kelowna, BC For the most up-to-date information, call the events hotline at (907) 456-INFO, visit www.explorefairbanks.com or visit the individual event web sites. All dates subject to change, please confirm event dates prior to making your travel plans. 14 Courtesy FCA http://www.nenanaakiceclassic.com http://www.sleddog.org http://www.sleddog.org http://www.fairbanksarts.org http://www.sleddog.org http://www.fairbanksconcert.org http://www.fairbanksconcert.org http://www.uaf.edu/festival http://www.curlfairbanks.org http://www.explorefairbanks.com

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Fairbanks Winter Guide 2008-2009 Contents Who Let the Dogs Out? When Do We Turn On the Northern Lights? Head North Surf's Up At the Hot Springs It's All About Ice and Snow Winter Wear Can You Catch Fish? Where's Santa? What Do Knights, Lions and Horses Have In Common? Discover Where Fairbanks Comes to Life Out and About...And On Tour Small Town...Big Events Who Offers Winter Fun? Fairbanks Denali Neighbors, Arctic Neighbors, Interior Neighbors Alaskan Neighbors Winter Fun: It's Cool To Be Safe Who To Call Aurora Sites: Facts and Forecasts

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