Things To Do

Post Wedding Fishing Trip

This is the fishing trip for everyone that RSVP’d yes! We will be floating the river and stopping along the way to fish. Primary focus will be salmon but we may be able to trout fish as well.

Walking and Hiking Trails

Girdwood has some great walking and hiking trails. Check out this link for more information.

The Bake Shop

The place to go before and after skiing when I was a kid. Still making incredible cinnamon rolls, soups and sandwiches today!

Jack Sprat Restaurant

Another great Girdwood eatery!

Coast Pizza

Looking for something quick, easy and tasty in Girdwood? This is our go-to pizza joint. Don’t forget to get your “Legalize Marinara” sticker while you are there.

Girdwood Helicopter Tours of Prince William Sound

If the weather is good these trips are absolutely amazing!!!

Prince William Sound 26 Glacier Boat Cruise

Just south of Girdwood, this cruise departs from Whittier and takes you through the waterways upon which I grew up fishing, crabbing and shrimping. The sea-life, birds and glaciers will take your breath away.

Begich, Boggs Visitor Center

The Portage Glacier extended out to where the visitors center is when I was a kid. It has receded far back now but you can learn all about it here and even take a boat trip out to the glacier. A great combo with the Wildlife Conservation Center.

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center Near Girdwood

Beluga Point Bore Tide

A bore tide is created when a tidal change is so great the resulting change creates a large wall of water. And one of the best places to see a bore tide is at Beluga Point, just south of Anchorage and on the drive to Girdwood. Turns out Saturday the 26th, Sunday the 27th and Monday the 28th in the evening will be prime bore tide viewing events. Check out this link for the exact times. Arrive at the highway pullout early to get a parking spot. Under NO circumstances are you to walk out onto the mudflats. This is a recipe for disaster. You are coming for our wedding, not a funeral!

Rust's Flying Service Tour of Denali

A spectacular float plane tour around Denali and the National Park. Magnificent on a clear day.

Katmai National Park/Brooks Falls

Want to check out the bears in action? You won't want to miss Brooks Falls. You will NEVER get to interact and observe bears like this anywhere else in the world. This was one of the last remaining bucket list items for Don in Alaska and we accomplished it in 2024. We highly recommend taking a flight out of Homer for the quickest way to get there (and a little cheaper). https://baldmountainair.com/

Homer - Halibut and salmon fishing or fly out to Brooks Falls for grizzlies

The BEST halibut fishing in the world. If you time it right, you can even get some King salmon while you are there. (Kings can only be fished on certain days of the week in the ocean). Make sure you have your fishing license with you. Too many fishing charters to pick just one. Book early, they fill up fast. Also a lot of great AirBnB’s to choose from. Homer is a great jumping point for Brooks Falls to see grizzlies up close and personal. The flight is much shorter than Anchorage.

Kenai River Fishing

Fantastic salmon fishing and everything will be running while you are in Alaska! Kings and silvers should be all over the place this time of year! We caught over a hundred in a couple of hours and the pic is of the ones we kept!

Kenai Fjords Boat Cruise - Seward, AK

Leaving out of Seward, this cruise provides spectacular sea-life, mountain and glacier views. It will take you on the waters in which I caught many a silver salmon!

The Alaska Railroad

Looking for a different way to see the state? The Alaska Railroad is a great way for everyone to take in the scenery. Whether you are headed north to Denali and Fairbanks or south to Whittier or Seward, the Alaska Railroad can get you there in style! Make sure to check out their Summer travel packages.

Denali National Park and Preserve

Denali National Park is a couple hour drive north of Anchorage. Wildlife is abundant but remember you are part of the food chain! You will want to book your stay at one of the hotels there early as they book up quickly. In addition to a ride into the park by bus, there are great helicopter and rafting excursions.

Talkeetna - Stop on the way to Denali

If you are driving to Denali, stop off in Talkeetna to stretch your legs, play tourist and grab a bite to eat.

Matanuska Glacier

If helicopter landings aren’t your thing, you can drive up to Matanuska Valley and venture out on a guided walking trip on the glacier.

Anchorage Museum

Alaska Zoo

A great opportunity to see much of the wildlife Alaska has to offer, albeit in enclosures.

Gwennie's Old Alaska Restaurant

Classic Alaskan breakfast joint. Order the Deer Sausage with your eggs!

Arctic Roadrunner - Best Hamburgers ANYWHERE!!!

The Arctic Cheese is my favorite burger anywhere. You’ll love seeing all the local pictures on the walls…and ceiling.

49th State Brewing - Anchorage

Sit outside on the top floor if it’s sunny. Spectacular views all the way around!

Koots (Chilkoot Charlie's)

Was a biker bar back in the day. Log seats and sawdust floors. Now, our favorite night is trivia night!!!

Club Paris

Unbelievable steak and seafood restaurant with a long Anchorage history. Arrive hungry! Reservations required.

Simon & Seafort's Saloon & Grill

Great food and wonderful views of Mt. Susitna! Mom and Dad brought me here for my high school graduation and I took Deanna here for her birthday last year. Reservations required.

Moose's Tooth Pub & Pizzeria

Fantastic Pizza! Deanna loves this place. Get there early or you will be waiting awhile. This is where the locals go for pizza.

Crush Wine Bistro & Cellar

Deanna loves this place, too!