Discover the Magic of Alaska’s Reindeer Farm with Alaska Backcountry Cottages
Nestled in the heart of the Last Frontier, Alaska Backcountry Cottages invites you to embark on a one-of-a-kind adventure to the enchanting Reindeer Farm in Palmer, Alaska. This picturesque destination offers an immersive experience that combines the thrill of wildlife encounters with the charm of rustic Alaska. The Reindeer Farm in Palmer is home to […]
Experience the Magic of Pyrah’s Fall Festival and stay at Alaska Backcountry Cottages
As the leaves turn golden and the air becomes crisp, there’s an enchanting event that captures the essence of autumn in Alaska—the Pyrah’s Fall Festival. Nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Alaskan wilderness, Alaska Backcountry Cottages invites you to be a part of this unforgettable celebration of nature, culture, and community. Pyrah’s Fall Festival […]
When the 49th State is the 50Th
Alaska, the 49th state, makes 50 for Brandi & Jody’s family! When visiting Alaska, Brandi & Jody’s family reached the exciting goal of experiencing all 50 states together before the boys graduated from high school! They always loved to travel, Brandi and Jody started their journey together when they married 18 years ago. They met […]
AKBCC is Your Alaska Vacation Central!
We’ve always known Alaska Backcountry Cottages on Lindsey Circle in Palmer, Alaska is the perfect hub for an Alaska Vacation and now we have the proof! My cousins have joined us from Michigan for a wonderful Alaska Vacation! They centered their time around the delightful Alaska Backcountry Cottages as a comfortable place to rejuvenate! They […]
So Lucky I am I am!!!!
“See my photo of Bill Sass the winner of the 50th Iditarod …. His DOGS are so Precious!”, our guest said. AKBCC’s Iditarod Guest isn’t the only lucky one! I had so much fun as he shared his Alaska week with me through photography! I shared with you his first few nights in Forget-Me-Not […]
AKBCC Reminds Everyone Daylight Saving Time Begins Sunday Mar 13, 2022 at 2:00am
Daylight Saving Time Begins Sunday Mar 12, 2022 at 2:00am. Six months ago, when I reminded everyone that DST was ending, I learned that there really is no S on Saving TIme! As I’m reminding you this time, I want to share why we turn the clocks every six months. Timeanddate explains Daylight Saving Time […]
2022 Iditarod and AKBCC
The Iditarod is a world famous Sled Dog Race here in Alaska! The race is Nearly 1,000 miles, and this year the Iditarod is celebrating its 50th anniversary and the start is only an hour away from Alaska Backcountry Cottages! After watching the official start of the Iditarod in Willow, one of our guests checked […]
The Nanooks of Nome Stay at AKBCC
Nome-Beltz Boys Basketball team chose Alaska Backcountry Cottages to sleep while participating in the Eagles Tournament here in Palmer, Alaska! The Nome Beltz Jr/Sr High School is located 546 miles from Palmer and their team mascot is the nanook, or polar bear! Their team and two coaches fit perfectly in two of our cottages! One […]
Dark Triumphs Over Light
Winter Solstice is the last day that dark triumphs over the light in 2021! During winter solstice the path of the sun in the sky is the farthest south, the shortest path through the sky resulting in the day of the year with the least sunlight and therefore, the longest night. All three of our cottages […]
AKBCC Reminds Everyone Daylight Saving Time 2021 Ends Sunday
Tomorrow, Sunday, November 7, 2021 is the day we turn the clocks back an hour! Daylight Savings Time is actually singular, Daylight Saving Time. Learn something new everyday, right?! Having an extra hour of sleep is a delight! The clocks are turned back at 2:00 am and we all get more sleep! Here at Alaska […]