The Experience of a Lifetime In the summer of 2020 with the help and expertise of MICA Guides, Alpenglow Luxury Camping, and Matanuska Glacier Helicopters, the Glacier Overnight Adventure was created. This is a truly unique way to experience Alaska and the Matanuska Glacier. The Glacier Overnight Adventure is a remote, fly-in camp set up a few miles back on the Matanuska Glacier. When it all started a few years back there were backpacking tents set up on the ice. By year 3, we had three platform canvas bell tents with queen-sized beds! Since those early days in 2020, Glacier Camp has seen some ..read more

Glacier Photography Tours Heading out onto the 27-mile long Matanuska Glacier provides an opportunity to catch those beautiful sunny days and superb lighting. Often, the sun is shining, the blue ice glimmers, and the adventure is boundless. It only makes sense that you would want to capture the perspective of these breath taking elements as you explore. Finding those perfect shots on a glacier can come with some hurdles. Now, you can take those challenges in stride, capture great photos and videos, and have a fun time exploring the ice. Take out some hassle and have a great time an Alaskan h ..read more

Since the last ice age Homo Sapiens have been traveling the glacial world. First, for means of migration, and now, for means of exploration. Humans crossed the ice bridge for a variety of reasons. (History) And, even within this century, much of glacier travel hasn’t exactly come with a warm and cozy setting. Till now. Luxuries in the Sky Yes, you can already head out to the glacier and take in scenic views from a helicopter, but it is typically limited to a day trip. Now, you can head out on the Matanuska Glacier for back to back days of ice climbing or your favorite glacier activity. Most im ..read more

Over the span of a few years there have been a few additions to the different ways you can explore the Matanuska Glacier. With the collaboration of a few different local businesses, there is now an experience that stands out amongst the others; The glacier overnight luxury camping experience. The heli landed next to glacier camp on the moraine Cultivating a Dream This dream was cultivated with the expertise of MICA Guides, Alpenglow Luxury Camping, and Matanuska Glacier Helicopters. These professionals were able to form the trip of your Alaskan dreams. First you fly out over the incredibly s ..read more

Alaska is known as ‘The Last Frontier” for many reasons. An aspect of that being the seclusion, serenity, and beauty that you find when traveling through the pristine wilderness. Simultaneously, this landscape is overflowing with chances to explore while on your romantic Alaskan getaway. It makes sense that many couples would come to Alaska to celebrate their love and create more memories together. With captivating scenery meeting you around every turn, your adventures become limitless. Alaska offers the perfect backdrop for your intimate experiences. One option that is sure to top all others ..read more

Exploring Alaska’s Canyons Just 10 miles down the road from their home base in Glacier View, guides at MICA have been cultivating a new way to explore the Matanuska Valley; An Alaska canyoneering adventure in the Talkeetna Mountains. This new idea of exploration was seeded a couple summers ago by guides curiosity and building more connections to the area around them. Today, they run guided trips through Jackass Canyon, rated as a 4C section. Not only is this canyon teeming with spectacular views, multiple rappels take you right down alongside full flowing waterfalls. Luke, a third year senior ..read more

To Build a Glacier Camping Adventure Site When you arrive at the MICA Guides base, near Glacier View, a leveled driveway and sign greet you. Once in the parking lot, you’ll find yourself surrounded with amenities; A washhouse, espresso and ice cream stand, gear huts, a yurt to check-in, and more. As you look around, it is best to keep in mind that all of these buildings and creations were all designed and handcrafted by the MICA Guides crew. Not all at once, but over time, the accumulation of past and present seasons.  This season brought the glacier camping adventure site build. Over the ..read more

Matanuska Luxuries Enjoying the great outdoors of the Alaskan wilderness doesn’t have to mean sacrificing all of the creature comforts anymore. Sure, there is a time and place for tents and sleeping bags still, but there is also space for luxury camping in these pristine landscapes. Imagine being able to explore all day in the remote corners of mountains and glaciers and then find yourself enjoying the sunset from a cedar wood hot tub. At Alpenglow Luxury Camping, in Glacier View, AK, a variety of plush and private stays are offered. This luxury camping experience offers three different luxury ..read more

Alaskan Wildlife Alaska is well known for its spectacular wildlife both big and small.  People come from all over the world to experience the wild and grandeur of the Alaskan terrain. One of the best ways to see some of Alaska’s most sought after wildlife is via helicopter. Helicopter tours provide a unique aerial view covering more ground than you could on foot or by car. View from helicopter flight through the Matanuska Valley Many parts of Alaska remain untouched and in their purest natural form making it a haven for outdoor lovers everywhere. Whether you are a big birder or hoping t ..read more

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