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Wild About Alaska: Glaciers & Wildlife With Your Grandchild

Program No. 24149RJ
Alongside your grandchild, explore Alaska by foot, train, raft, dog sled and boat to get up close to towering glaciers and awesome wildlife.
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  • A porcupine sits on a bed of straw at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center in Alaska, holding a piece of lettuce to its mouth.
  • A large muskox with shaggy brown fur and a tag on its ear stands in a grassy field in Alaska.
  • A group of visitors, including children, watch large brown bears from behind a fence at a wildlife center in Alaska.
  • A young man demonstrates a traditional high kick at the Alaska Native Heritage Center in Alaska as a group of people watches.
  • A grandfather and his grandchildren watch and photograph musk oxen at a farm in Alaska.
  • A group of smiling children sit on the ground and play with sled dog puppies in Alaska.
  • Grandparents and two grandsons smile for a family photo in front of a rugged, snow-dusted mountain in Alaska.
  • A group of children in jackets stand on a railroad track in Alaska with mountains in the background.
  • A multi-generational group on a guided raft tour floats past icebergs on a calm, tree-lined lake in Alaska.
  • Three smiling children on a tour in Alaska hold a large pair of moose antlers with a snow-capped mountain in the background.
  • Three children on an observation deck in Alaska look through viewers at the water and lush, green mountains on a sunny day.
  • Two young people stand before a large glass enclosure, taking photos of a swimming sea lion at an Alaska aquarium.
  • A man in a black rain jacket holds a piece of glacier ice with a large glacier in the background in Alaska.
  • A massive blue and white glacier meets the water next to a steep, rocky mountain in Kenai Fjords, Alaska.
  • Jagged, tree-topped sea stacks rise from the ocean along the misty coast of Kenai Fjords National Park, Alaska.
GrandparentNational ParksOutdoor AdventuresSmall GroupNature & EnvironmentAges 8 – 12
Length
7 days
Rating (5)
Activity Level
Starts at
4,699 / ADULT
2,699 / CHILD
Program
At a Glance
Duration
7 days
Program Begins
Anchorage, AK
Program Concludes
Anchorage, AK
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
15 ( 6B, 4L, 5D )
Activity Level
Picture it: Floating down a clear river past jaw-dropping glaciers. Learning next to playful seals at the SeaLife Center. Smiling from ear to ear while excited huskies pull you and your grandchild through the wilderness. During one unforgettable week in the wilds of Alaska, make memories that’ll last a lifetime as you explore some of the country’s coolest landscapes – literally! Experience train rides to amazing glaciers, wildlife walks through the forest and a rafting adventure while searching for moose and bears along the way. Learn about the animals that call Alaska home, all delving deep into the wild with your grandchild.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Visit the Sealife Center and participate in hands-on activities while learning all about the sea animals that call Alaska their home.
  • Sail past massive glaciers in Kenai Fjords National Park as the experts help you search for local wildlife like whales, otters, puffins, sea lions and more.
  • Learn about Alaska’s long history of dog sledding at the Seavey Iditarod Racing Team's facility where the three-time champions train, enjoy a ride through the wilderness and meet the puppies-in-training.
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General Notes
For a comparable family adventure for all generations, check out "Wild About Alaska: Glaciers & Wildlife With Your Family" (#24150).
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Heather Reiss
Having spent her childhood riding horses, camping and hiking in Northern California, Heather earned a degree in environmental sciences and geology before launching a career in travel and outdoor education. She and her husband Roy discovered a deep love of Alaska in 2011 when they began working at an off-grid lodge in Denali National Park. Heather spent four years as an instructor for Yellowstone/Teton Road Scholar groups during a hiatus from Alaska, and they recently moved back to raise their son.
Please Note:
This expert may not be available for every date of the program
Please Note:
These experts may not be available for every date of the program
Having spent her childhood riding horses, camping and hiking in Northern California, Heather earned a degree in environmental sciences and geology before launching a career in travel and outdoor education. She and her husband Roy discovered a deep love of Alaska in 2011 when they began working at an off-grid lodge in Denali National Park. Heather spent four years as an instructor for Yellowstone/Teton Road Scholar groups during a hiatus from Alaska, and they recently moved back to raise their son.
Karlie Bonds, born in Colorado, considers Alaska her home. She earned a bachelor's degree in geography from Portland State University, and her time on the college sailing team led her to seek out more adventures outdoors. She spent two years living and working on a small expedition ship in Alaska while educating others on its incredible nature and history. While not leading kayaking or hiking outings, she enjoys wildlife photography and creating nature inspired art through beadwork and embroidery.
Activity Level
Let's Go!
Walking for up to two miles on sometimes rocky terrain, possible long periods of standing, floating down river for 3.5 hours, and dog sledding for 2 hours.
Small Group (13 to 24)
Love to learn and explore in a small-group setting? These adventures offer small, personal experiences with groups of 13 to 24 participants.
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You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.
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Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

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Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

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  • Peace of Mind

    We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.

    An illustration of a hand using a pen to check off the final item on a clipboard checklist
  • Assurance Plan

    Road Scholar is committed to the well-being of every participant, whether on a program in the United States or abroad. That’s why all participants are covered under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan, which provides 24-hour assistance in the event of an emergency during your program, as well as insurance for emergency medical evacuation.

    An illustration of an elderly man sitting at a computer with a pair of binoculars beside him
  • Want to Protect Your Investment?

    Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

    An illustration of an elderly woman holding a piggy bank, with the Eiffel Tower in the background
  • Sustainable Travel

    We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

    An illustration of a hand holding a globe with a small bird flying around it