2 hours duration ★ Private tours available
$80 for adults, $60 for youth under 12 (children under 2 free)
$80 for adults, $60 for youth under 12 (children under 2 free)
Ever wondered what Alaskans do with such short days and so much dark in the winter? We make the most of the dark and get out doing our favorite activities! Snow reflects any bit of light, coming from the moon or a headlamp, illuminating the trail ahead of you. On a full moon you would be surprised just how well you can see without any artificial light!
Join us for an evening snowshoe hike through the boreal forest. We will start and end at our cozy little one room cabin, where you will get to see what dry cabin living is all about. Here we will learn about snowshoes, get headlamps, and check on cold weather gear, supplementing as needed. Next we will get everyone set up with a pair of snowshoes and trekking poles. Once everyone is comfortable with their setup and clothing layers, we will head out onto the trails to discover the treasures of the forest.
Join us for an evening snowshoe hike through the boreal forest. We will start and end at our cozy little one room cabin, where you will get to see what dry cabin living is all about. Here we will learn about snowshoes, get headlamps, and check on cold weather gear, supplementing as needed. Next we will get everyone set up with a pair of snowshoes and trekking poles. Once everyone is comfortable with their setup and clothing layers, we will head out onto the trails to discover the treasures of the forest.
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On our evening snowshoe walk you will experience the magic of the boreal forest, moving through snow covered birch and spruce trees, including seeing iconic Alaskan dwarf spruce forest. We will walk through a winter wonderland admiring the way the snow sparkles with the light of a headlamp and keeping our eyes out for animals that prefer the dark such as moose, lynx, weasels, owls, and snowshoe hare. We will discover animal tracks, learn about local plant uses, and how plants and animals survive life in the cold. It may be winter but there are still birds, mammals, and plants to be found! Keep an eye to the skies as you never know when the Aurora (Northern Lights) might make an appearance!
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Sun setting on a beautiful winter day
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This is your experience and we are happy to customize it to suit your needs. Trails are chosen depending on the abilities and interests of the group. If you want an exploratory nature hike, a quiet meditative walk in the woods, or a fast paced hike with some off trail explorations, just let us know! If you get cold, we can always head back!
During our wander in the woods feel free to ask questions about the Alaskan lifestyle or boreal habitat. We are happy to share our experiences living in Alaska, hunting, working, and adventuring in Alaskan villages and bush. We will also take a break during our snowshoe trek for a cup of herbal tea (locally foraged by Shannon). If you are missing your four-legged friend at home, my dog Cooper is happy to give you some attention and loves a good ear rub (He's also happy to lounge on his bed if you would rather not interact with him).
Come see what simple Alaskan living is all about and why Alaskans love getting out after dark!
Visit our Snowshoeing page for answers to frequently asked questions about snowshoeing and this tour offering.
**We will generally not be spending time inside our cabin as part of tours. As much as I love to share the cabin with folks, it is snug and hard to keep warm and dry with folks going in and out. Please dress warmly as I currently do not have another place for you to get out of the cold. As a dry cabin dweller I do not have plumbing so my restroom is an outhouse. It is a very nice space, but if you prefer not to bare your bum in the cold please plan ahead! I apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding!
During our wander in the woods feel free to ask questions about the Alaskan lifestyle or boreal habitat. We are happy to share our experiences living in Alaska, hunting, working, and adventuring in Alaskan villages and bush. We will also take a break during our snowshoe trek for a cup of herbal tea (locally foraged by Shannon). If you are missing your four-legged friend at home, my dog Cooper is happy to give you some attention and loves a good ear rub (He's also happy to lounge on his bed if you would rather not interact with him).
Come see what simple Alaskan living is all about and why Alaskans love getting out after dark!
Visit our Snowshoeing page for answers to frequently asked questions about snowshoeing and this tour offering.
**We will generally not be spending time inside our cabin as part of tours. As much as I love to share the cabin with folks, it is snug and hard to keep warm and dry with folks going in and out. Please dress warmly as I currently do not have another place for you to get out of the cold. As a dry cabin dweller I do not have plumbing so my restroom is an outhouse. It is a very nice space, but if you prefer not to bare your bum in the cold please plan ahead! I apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding!
**Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.**
Discounts for military and K-12 school teachers upon request!
Discounts for military and K-12 school teachers upon request!
