Fairbanks Winter Guide 2008-2009

Can you catch fish? If you like to fish, don’t miss the chance to try your luck in the winter. It may be a bit more work, as you have to get through the ice with an auger, but it’s well worth the extra effort. Lakes and rivers offer opportunities to fish for such delicacies as lake trout (shown) and burbot. Secret to ice fishing: the right clothing. Dress in layers and make sure you find yourself a pair of warm boots. Local outfitters can supply you with the right combination to stay warm. Your guide will know the best spots to fish and can cook up your fresh catch on a camp stove. Remember to get a fishing license at one of many sporting goods and retail stores before heading out. Where’s Santa? Visit North Pole, home of Santa Claus, just 15 short miles south of Fairbanks. Drive along Santa Claus Lane, Snowman Lane, Holiday Lane and Kris Kringle Drive. Enjoy the city streetlights decorated in candy cane motifs and the buildings painted with Christmas colors and designs. Celebrate the spirit of the holidays with the annual candle and tree lighting ceremonies and enjoy the activities at the action-packed winter festival in December. North Pole . . . where the spirit of Christmas lives year-round. Have you ever wondered what Santa Claus does when he is resting between deliveries? Wonder no more! When he’s not at The North Pole, he’s right here in North Pole, Alaska. Come in and leave a note to let Santa know what you would like for the holidays. Don’t forget to be nice because Santa is always working on his list. You can even have a letter sent from Santa to friends and family who cannot visit in person. Kirstin Hunter Santa Claus House 6

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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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