Talkeetna, AK. It's about 2hrs north of Anchorage. Pictures can't capture the scenery. It was the most relaxing week of vacation. Took a rafting/fishing trip for three days and camped on the river with some friends. Used plenty of fire crackers in our attempt to keep bears away and of course beer and bonfires. Great Pub called the West Rib where I spent alot of my time too. It helps when you have friends that live up there and work for a river guide service.
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