Fairbanks tour operator founded by German-born guide Ralf Dobrovolny in 2003 — Arctic Circle, aurora, Chena Hot Springs, and river fishing trips.
1st Alaska Tours grew out of the 1st Alaska Outdoor School, established in 2003 by Ralf Dobrovolny. Born in Heidelberg, Germany, Dobrovolny left industrial sales for wilderness guiding after a two-month solo trip through Canada's Northwest Territories at age 23, and moved to Alaska in 1996.
From Fairbanks, the company runs guided tours across Interior Alaska: Arctic Circle drives up the Dalton Highway, aurora borealis viewing, Chena Hot Springs, Denali, river fishing and rafting trips, and winter dog sledding. Its stated philosophy is that Alaska is best discovered with the assistance of local guides who share the Interior's beauty, history, and resources.
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fairbanks, Alaska
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