Inside Alaska

New LIVESTRONG Lance Mackey Video

FCVB — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 23:25:44 +0000

A story came to us this morning via Twitter that we thought was worth sharing. Fairbanks musher Lance Mackey sent along a link to one of the latest videos from LIVESTRONG.org. In it he tells the story of how he faced cancer, the end of his mushing career and came back to be a three-time Iditarod champion.

Lance is also a four-time Yukon Quest champ. Dubbed the “toughest sled dog race in the world” it runs from Fairbanks to Whitehorse Yukon. Two of Mackey’s Iditarod wins came just days after winning the Quest. People said that couldn’t be done…so Lance did it twice to prove them wrong.

6/26: The Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center

FCVB — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 19:34:27 +0000

This week we take a few moments to focus on the Morris Thompson Center, the home of the Fairbanks Convention and Visitors Bureau and a great new community gathering place. If you are (or will be) in Fairbanks, be certain to stop by and pay us a visit. There are some great things to see here, and a variety of resources for helping you plan an Alaskan adventure.

Download the 6/26 Midday Update

6/19: Exciting Fairbanks Summer Solstice Events

FCVB — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 19:38:31 +0000

On this week’s update we give you a partial run-down of many of the best events happening around Fairbanks on this solstice weekend. You can find the rest at our special solstice page or posted on our calendar of events.

Download the 6/19 Midday Update

A Stroll Through Sunny Downtown Fairbanks

FCVB — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 23:18:14 +0000

The summer weather in Fairbanks is generally among the best in the state. This year has been particularly nice, with almost constant sunshine and warm weather. Today I had a chance to get out in the sun while working on getting photos for another project. Here are a few of the shots I captured:

Find out more about our downtown at the new Downtown Association website.

New TV Ad: Fairbanks in the Summer

FCVB — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 20:19:08 +0000

We recently put together a television ad featuring many of the best things to do, see and experience around Fairbanks in the summer. We usually have the best weather in the state from June to August, with warm temperatures and sunny skies. This gives visitors great opportunities for a first class experience at our attractions and activities. Our goal was to convey that light, energy and warmth, and to let people know about the great travel deals we often feature.

Leave a comment and tell us what you think of the spot and if there’s anything we can do to help you plan your Fairbanks summer adventure, just let us know!

Midnight Sun Baseball Game 2009

FCVB — Fri, 29 May 2009 20:24:10 +0000

I happened to run across this video about last year’s Midnight Sun Baseball game and starting pitcher Bill “Spaceman” Lee. It seems to capture the general excitement of the game, which is a phenomenal attraction. Check it out:

See this year’s midnight sun game at 10:30pm on June 21st.

5/29: Cultural Programs, First Friday Art and More

FCVB — Fri, 29 May 2009 19:59:02 +0000

We have a terrific list of events and attractions scheduled at the Morris Thompson Cultural and Visitors Center this summer. 101 Dunkel Street should be a required stop on any visit to Fairbanks. Play or download this non-exhaustive overview:

Download the 5/29 Midday Update

Enjoy the Midnight Sun: Solstice 2009

FCVB — Fri, 29 May 2009 00:42:45 +0000

There are so many things to see and do in Fairbanks every year during the summer solstice. A complete rundown of this year’s activities can be found on our Solstice 2009 page, which has links to many of the primary events.

No matter what you choose to do this summer solstice, you won’t leave without having experienced the LIGHT, ENERGY and WARMTH of Fairbanks.

Congratulations Winners!

FCVB — Tue, 12 May 2009 21:40:57 +0000

A few Fairbanks-themed prizes will be headed for the three winners of our Photo Contest for this round. We offer our congratulations to Raymie Rushing, John Dykes and Terry Julien for first, second and third place respectively.

If you have photos from your Fairbanks or Interior Alaska vacation that you’d like to share with us, the contest is still open and we’d be happy to have you participate.

Photo Contest Tie-Breaker

FCVB — Thu, 07 May 2009 18:25:28 +0000

If you look over the results of our most recent Photo Contest you’ll notice we have a tie for third place. Take another look at the photos below and let’s see if we can’t break the tie and have three clear winners!

Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.

I will plan on leaving the tie-breaker open through the weekend and declaring our top three on Monday, May 11. Thank you very much for your participation.