Discover Alaska’s Public Use Cabins

• Group size20 people

Step into the world of Alaska’s Public Use Cabins and learn how to turn these remote hideaways into your next unforgettable adventure. This session dives into the unique cabins of the White Mountains—known for their sweeping ridgelines, quiet boreal forest, and expansive winter trails—and the Chena Recreation Area, where riverside cabins and rolling hills create a perfect backdrop for year round exploration. You’ll learn how to choose and reserve the right cabin, and what to expect when you arrive. We’ll cover smart travel tips, ways to stay comfortable in changing conditions, simple strategies for great cabin meals, and everything you need to make the most of your stay. An open Q&A will wrap up the evening, and helpful take-home resources will be provided. About our speaker: Matt Plumlee is a long time Fairbanks local, former educator, and trusted authority on Alaska’s Public Use Cabins, known for helping explorers of all experience levels feel confident heading into the backcountry.