Thanks, Dawn
I have also panned for gold, I think they guarantee that you find a little something in your gold pan. Even the kids could do this with some practice and a little assitance. BTW, you keep whatever you get in your gold pan (not a lot but you can see it). I have also traveled up the Chena River on the River Boat Discovery. This is a neat boat ride and you get off a couple of times if I remember right. Very nicely done and we really enjoyed it. Lasts a couple hours, I think the kids would be interested (not terribly bored). About a hour drive out of town in Chena Hot Springs. There is an indoor pool and outdoor hot tub (which is really neat when its cold outside) and you can go on hikes and there are different activties too. Maybe horse back riding. I haven't been there in a couple of years. It is kinda smelly there because of the sulfur in the water (smells like rotten eggs). That is all I can think of right off hand. I can tell you this: If you come in the summer, it is absolutely beautiful here. It is daylight all day long. It doesn't get much warmer than 80 and we don't have much rain. If you come in the winter, the sun sets much too early and its way too cold much of the time but if by chance you get to see the Northern Lights, its all worth it! If you are still interested on visiting our state or if you have any questions please let me know. Hope this helps a little bit. Dawn Also you can go to www.explorefairbanks.com
