Originally posted by stuckinwi
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As for other stuff, depends on what you are in to. The UAF Museum of the North is one of the top rated attractions in the state. I don't think LARS (Large Animal Research Station) does tours in the winter, but you can inquire at the University. Santa Claus House in North Pole is a tourist trap, but if you have young kids you can find some good Christmas-themed gifts for them. Yukon Quest headquarters are on 1st Ave downtown...if you want to know more about dog mushing and the Yukon Quest (generally considered the toughest race of its kind in the world), that's the place to do it.
Denali Park is about two hours south, but access is limited in the winter.
HooDoo Brewing and Silver Gulch are great spots to grab some brews. Skinny Dick's is worth the drive if you are into cheap beer and logo wear of two bears humping.
In the unlikely event you brought skis or snowshoes, the UAF campus encompasses over 2,000 acres and has an extensive trail network.
As for eats, in no order: Lavelle's Bistro, Turtle Club (really), Pumphouse, and any of the Thai restaurants (don't ask me why, but for whatever reason Fairbanks has really good Thai food). For an awesome piece of pie, check out Hilltop Truck Stop on the Elliott Highway north of town.
Check out any of the transfer stations and you might find Alaska Hockey incognito.
Also, the Face Off Club has its weekly luncheon at the Alpine Lodge on Friday. Ferguson and Pearson will both speak.
And generally speaking, ignore anything Anchorage people say about Fairbanks. It's a small town with friendly people that doesn't take itself too seriously. Have fun.
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