Hello everyone! As you know, I am in Wasilla this week.Thanks for bringing up the topic of things to do in the 'after conference hours', Tee!
One of the things that Sara and I did today was work on organizing ideas for activities for you to do during your after conference hours. We'll have options, information about where you can go, prices, maps, and general information for you. Please check out the link in Tee's posting, too. At the conference, we'll provide you with the information I have mentioned above on places you can go and things you can do during your stay with us. You can group up with people who have like interests and explore and learn all things Alaska and Iditarod. You will have a GREAT time!
Your 'homework' is to be thinking about the kinds of activities you want to do.
You can also discuss that on this blog.
I'd also like to remind people that if you aren't renting a car and you need to get from Anchorage to Wasilla, remember the shuttle information I posted earlier and/or post a comment or send a group email, so that you can connect with someone so you get to Wasilla. You can also give me a phone call or send me an email.
You need to be at HQ in Wasilla at 3:00 on Sunday and plan to leave there around 5:00. If you are arriving Sunday afternoon, don't worry... we won't leave until you are with us or we at least know where you are. From HQ, we'll be driving to a place where we can grab a bite to eat before heading to the Dream a Dream Dog Farm.
If you are staying at Dream a Dream, make sure you have everything you need for your stay, If you are returning to your lodging elsewhere, you can do that after our Sunday evening session at the Dream a Dream Dog Farm.
ALSO, if you want to bring favorite snacks to the Dog Farm--- I am talking people snacks, you are welcome to do so. We'll have some snacks, sodas, juice, water, and light breakfast for those staying over night, and lunch will be provided for you on Monday and Tuesday afternoon, no matter if you are staying there or not.
I hope everyone is having a great week and that you are all thinking about packing, your journey, your goals, and your after class hours interests.
I look forward to reading what you share and I look forward in seeing you soon!
PS. You'll meet the dog in this picture at the Dream a Dream Dog Farm. How many worries do you think he has in a day? He is a GREAT dog. He is looking forward to meeting you!
Diane
5 comments:
I was searching "Hatcher Pass" too and it showed much near Willow... I think near? In Alaska "near" can be 30 miles!
What about dinners at night? especially those of us who are staying at the kennel.
Vern has been gracious enough to allow me to bring the motorhome to the kennel and park it.
And yes Diane I'll make my snack "Key Lime Pie" it's coming!
Right now, Hatcher passed is still closed due to this year's snow...
Once the last session of the day is over, conference participants are free to go out and see/do whatever their interests are... and we'll have a list of places you might like to go and eat, too.
For those who arrive early...Saturday in Anchorage there is a Marathon Race, also a Native Market downtown. It was recommended by my friend who lives there, as an upscale flea market and very nice. Most importantly the native people sell their wears and it would be a great place to blend with the locals, and purchase souveniers.
Thanks for mentioning the Anchorage Market, Bonnie. Here is a website that has more information about it:
http://www.anchoragemarkets.com/main.html
Very often some of our educators have driven over to Anchorage on Saturday morning before the picnic-- to spend some time at the market. The Market is also open on Sunday.
It is an awesome adventure for those who enjoy seeing the items that the local folks have brought to sell. Save room in your suitcase if you are interested!
Diane
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