Old Boots & Poppy

What About Alaska...





The amazing things to see and do in Alaska! And maybe we won't limit our page to Alaska, but for now, we want to provide our visitors with information that can help make informed decisions and travel plans when traveling to or around our great state.



DID YOU KNOW... On approximately MAY 10th, the sun came up over Utqiagvik, Alaska's (old name 1901-2016: Barrow) approximately 4200 residents and will not set again for 84 days!

Fairbanks, Alaska:


(Fairbanks Convention & Visitors Bureau)

This web site link presents “an up-to-date and comprehensive list of the events happening in and around Fairbanks. Photos, a map to the event location, links to ticketing websites and all the other relevant details are provided”. A real asset for the native Fairbanksan or out of town visitor.

(Fairbanks Convention & Visitors Bureau)

This web site link presents "some of the businesses and organizations that provide activities and attractions, get you into remote areas, guide you, help you plan your adventure or provide the equipment you need".

(Fairbanks Convention & Visitors Bureau)

This web site link presents some of the world class events and entertainment to be found in and around Fairbanks, Alaska.

North Pole, Alaska:


(North Pole Community Chamber of Commerce)

This web site link presents information about the City of North Pole, its history, and helpful facts to get a well-rounded view of this wonderful little town located approximately 20 minutes east of the City of Fairbanks by way of the Richardson Highway.

(North Pole Community Chamber of Commerce)

This web site link presents “an up-to-date and comprehensive list of the events happening in and around the City of North Pole. North Pole is conveniently located east of Fairbanks, Alaska.

(Santa Claus House)

This web site link introduces the Santa Claus House and describes some of the options available from the jolly ol' soul, as well as providing an interesting little history about the evolution of this favorite tourist stop.

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