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NORTHERN LIGHTS ALASKA February 28 - March 6, 2010 $2,795 Deposit: $500 Airport: Fairbanks, Alaska |
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11 years or so, our sun enters a
period of increased activity, a period when the amount of discharged radiation goes up dramatically. This Solar Maximum has the potential to interfere with satellite, radio and TV transmissions, and even distrupt electric power grids. More importantly however, the increase in radiation creates incredible displays of the aurora, and the next Solar Maximum is predicted to occur in 2010 or 2011. |
| Even a weak Northern Lights display is a
magical sight to behold as with wild brush strokes impossible patterns are painted across the night sky in neon green. During the Solar Maximum, not only is the display larger and more intense, reds and violets are added to the celestial palette. The area around Fairbanks, Alaska is one of the best places in the world to see the aurora, and early March is one of the clearest times of the year. It's the ideal time to experience this wonder of nature, and we'll be doing so in a variety of picturesque locations, including 2 nights at Chena Hot Springs. During the days, participants will have to choose between a variety of activities, including photographing winter scenics and activities, enjoying the World Ice Art Championships, dogsledding, cross-country skiing and relaxing--in a hot spring or beside a fire. The nights are reserved for the Northern Lights. |
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As with all of our tours, the price
includes transportation from Fairbanks, 6 nights lodging, breakfasts and dinners
for 6 days, entrance fees, instruction and critiques.
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| To see images from the last Northern Lights Tour, click here. |