Ride in a dog sled. Stand on a glacier. Ski under the northern lights. Or dine at an award-winning restaurant. You could do it all in one day if you'd like. Or take your time and explore the endless variety of activities, events, and adventures waiting for you in Anchorage. Here are a few ideas for wintertime fun. Climbing Dog Mushing Flightseeing Hunting Ice Hockey Northern Lights Viewing Performing Arts Shopping Skiing Skijoring Snowmobiling Snowshoeing

Fishing Why wait till summer to fish? Ice fishing is a popular sport and most local lakes are stocked with trout, Dolly Varden, Arctic char, Arctic grayling, and even king salmon. All you need is something to cut or auger a hole in the ice and a rod and reel (fly reels are best). You can easily reach more than 30 lakes in the Anchorage area. In addition to lake fishing, the lower portion of Ship Creek - right downtown - is usually open to king salmon fishing from January 1 through mid-July. Fishing license is required.

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