Bring on the Adventure… At Home?

Bring on the Adventure… At Home?

A lot has happened in the last couple of weeks, and the last thing on your mind is probably vacationing. Like us, you may have found yourself browsing social media more often than you normally do in search of something to liven your day. Cat videos on YouTube have replaced your travelogues and excitement for the great wide open. As the weeks drag on, you may feel anxious and dream of venturing out in search of adventure. We know. We are right there with you. Luckily, there are ways to break out of those monotonous habits and find joy in adventure again—Even right from your very own home!

Here are some ways to experience adventure at home:

Bears, Eagles, and Ocean Cams – Oh my!

If you love wildlife watching, this is an easy way to do it from the comfort of your own home. Take a look at some of the live cameras and see wildlife in Alaska and other National Parks. If you are lucky, you may spot some amazing natural phenomenons without the distractions of surrounding cameras, noise, or other nature lovers. We recommend checking at various times of day for the best results!

Get out into your “WILD” neighborhood!

Whether you are located in a bustling city or the backcountry, you can get outside in search of wildlife, both flora and fauna alike, close to home! We recommend looking up species that may be native to your area so that you can find them as you enjoy the outdoors. You never know what to expect, even when you are exploring right in your own backyard! We believe in keeping wildlife wild, and therefore also believe that adventurers should respect nature at all times and exercise safety precautions, even in urban areas. Look over Denali’s guide for Safely Observing Wildlife to ensure you are prepared.

Check out the Smithsonian Channel’s Aerial America!

Due to COVID-19, the Smithsonian Channel is offering access to 68 full-length episodes of the Aerial America series! If you use their code BRIGHTERTOGETHER, you can even get two months of Smithsonian Plus free. Don’t forget to check out the episodes “Alaska’s Call of the Wild” and “Alaska’s Fire and Ice” to learn about the great state of Alaska!

Museums and History Fanatics:

Do you love museums and history? You may want to check out Online Alaskan National Parks Collections Exhibits. Each featured item is clickable with more information that will entice your love for historical artifacts. Information includes a briefing, dimensions, locations, and more!

DINOS!

Do you have grandkids, kids, siblings, or nieces and nephews that love Dinosaurs? Did you know that dinosaur fossils were discovered in Denali National Park? Check out the article about archeological findings to learn more about the cool discoveries over the past few years. Then make a fossil of your own with your family members! Chances are, they are just as hopeful for adventure as you are. Making fossils and learning together will create memories that can last millennia, and you will have the fossils to prove it!

Still hungry for adventure?

We have a sixth BONUS way to bring adventure to your quarantine blues!

Consider planning a vacation with your family to visit Denali National Park in late summer or early fall! Though parks and most travel companies are closed or operating on bare-bones, Stampede Excursions is open and operating! We are ready and willing to help you plan amazing experiences and memories that are guaranteed to satisfy that need for adventure. There is sure to be an adventure for everyone in the family as we guide you across both land and sky. Check out our available tours and pricing online to help you plan your trip! As always, if you have any questions, feel free to contact us! We are looking forward to exploring with you soon!

Duration
Group Size
Up to 5

Arctic Dragonfly Inn - Accommodation

Alaskan Family Owned and Operated

Private Hotel Style Cabins just steps from adventure. Located just 13 miles north of the Denali National Park entrance in Healy.

Luxurious bedding with with Serta iComfort beds.

Fully equipped apartment-style kitchens.

Beautiful Bathrooms with stand-up showers and full amenities.

The rooms have a lot of space and are located in the Healy town proper close to The Alaskan Coffee Bean, Grocery Store, Post Office, Community Center and three gas stations.

Don't settle for rugged or crowded accommodations. Stay in Denali like a local with a private cabin.

FORGET ME NOT CABIN

The Forget Me Not Cabin is light and spacious with blue and purple touches and two Serta iComfort Queen beds. We provide down comforters for all the beds. This is a wonderfully clean and modern space with a fan for the warmer days and heater for the cooler and wet days. We have black out shades to block that Midnight Sun while sleeping. Wifi is available. Full bathroom with beautiful touch and amenities. We also provide an outdoor grill and picnic table for your enjoyment.

PRICKLY ROSE CABIN

The Prickly Rose Cabin is light and spacious with pink touches and One Serta iComfort Queen bed, one twin bed and a sleeper sofa. We provide down comforters for all the beds. This is a wonderfully clean and modern space with a fan for the warmer days and a heater for the cool and wet days. We have black out shades to block that Midnight Sun while sleeping. Wifi is available. Full bathroom with beautiful touch and amenities. We also provide an outdoor grill and picnic table for your enjoyment.

Duration
1 hour
Group Size
Up to 10

Denali Adventure by Air

Flight around Denali National Take a thrilling and inspiring flight around the highest point in North America. Soar amongst the jagged peaks of the Alaska Range on a stunning 200-mile flight through Denali National Park

Duration
1 hour 25 minutes
Group Size
Up to 5

Denali Glacier Landing By Helicopter

Take a journey to the most remote regions of North America in this unparalleled helicopter flight. You'll be treated with an eye-catching landscape as you Soar over to millennia old glaciers and experience the wild beauty of our planet!

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
Up to 5

Denali Heli-Hiking Adventure

Set off on your adventure at our private helipad where you will fly with one of our experienced pilots along with a naturalist expert of the area with over twenty years of experience in the Denali National Park area.

Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
Up to 20

Denali ATV Adventure

Experience the beauty of Alaska on a Classic ATV Adventure! This is your chance to explore the backcountry like an Alaskan with stops to take pictures or enjoy the view. With a guide to lead the way, you're have an exciting and unique experience. Don't miss out on this chance to see Alaska as it was meant to be - rough and wild!