Imagine flying over hundreds of miles of rivers, mountains, with a town here or there but mostly vast wilderness. Then though it is nearly 1 am in the morning, through the glare of sunlight, a small city appears below.

Upon arriving at the airport, you are greeted by a group of violin and cello students playing along with their smiling parents. Keep in mind that by now it is 1:30 am. You know you have arrived at Fairbanks Alaska.

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