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Alaska

On the Road: From Wilderness to Table in Alaska

Program No. 25496RJ
Embark on a truly unique wilderness-to-table look at Alaska’s culinary traditions as you forage, shuck and taste your way through the Last Frontier!
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Length
9 days
Rating
New
Activity Level
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5,999
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At a Glance
Duration
9 days
Program Begins
Anchorage, AK
Program Concludes
Anchorage, AK
Group Type
Small Group
Meals
20 ( 8B, 6L, 6D )
Activity Level
When you think of a vibrant culinary scene, you may not think of Alaska — but its harsh, beautiful landscape shapes the food and farms that thrive in these rugged conditions. From foraging for wild edibles in Anchorage to learning the ins-and-outs of oyster and kelp farming in Homer, get a hands-on look into local farming practices and cuisine. Accompanied by local experts, you’ll explore Alaska’s homesteading history in Soldotna and get a true sense of what it’s like to live off the land in one of the most remote corners of the U.S. Taste your way through the Last Frontier with a mix of farm-to-table meals, wild foraged ingredients and insights into Alaska’s growing food culture — including sampling fireweed honey, considered to be the “champagne of honey.” Along the way, you’ll hear stories of survival and sustainability, and experience what it means to thrive in Alaska’s challenging yet rich environment.
Best of all, you'll...
  • Explore Homer’s coastal waters and learn how local communities are embracing sustainable aquaculture practices like oyster and kelp farming.
  • Join a local expert as they lead you on a foraging hike where you'll discover wild edibles like nettles, ferns and berries, then enjoy a meal made from your foraged finds — a true farm-to-table experience in the wilds of Alaska.
  • Explore Alaska’s homesteading past with a visit to a historic log village and a fascinating look at artifacts that showcase how people survived and thrived in the harsh conditions of the Last Frontier.
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Activity Level
Keep the Pace
Walking/hiking up to two miles on moderate terrain. Long distances travelled by large motorcoach.
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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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.

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.

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.

Sustainable Travel

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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Sustainable Travel

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