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Chena Hot Springs Mentioned as one of the "World's Most Beautiful Places to Soak"

In an article by Miriam B. Weiner on Yahoo! Travel, Chena Hot Springs Resort is listed as one of the "World's Most Beautiful Places to Soak."

Chena is listed third after Thermae Bath Spa in Bath England and Molori Safari Lodge in the Madikwe Game Reserve in South Africa.

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6th Annual Chena Hot Springs Renewable Energy Fair Great Success Despite Wet Weather

The 6^th Annual Chena Hot Springs Renewable Energy Fair took place at Chena Hot Springs on August 14^th and despite the wet weather was a great success.  The Fair brought out folks from all over the state who were interested in participating and expanding their knowledge of renewable energy.

There were several new and groundbreaking technologies showcased at this year’s fair but Makoto Takizawa and Akinori Ito from the Japanese company Blest Co. definitely stole the show.  Their innovative Plastic to Oil machine showed participants that used plastic that is normally dumped in a landfill can find another life as fuel.  Their presentation, combined with their display of the revolutionary technology definitely had the crowd enthralled.

There was quite a list of speakers lined up for the day of the fair as well.  The Lt. Governor made a showing as well as several other Alaskan politicians.  The technical sessions at the fair were very interesting and were presented by experts in renewable energy and sustainability from all over Alaska.

The day of the Fair was a wet one at Chena Hot Springs but because of the quality of speakers, quality of entertainment, and great service provided by the staff of the resort, everyone left with a smile on their faces.

For another recap on the events of the 6^th Annual Chena Hot Springs Renewable Energy Fair, follow this link to see a short video of the fair featured on ktuu.com.



6TH ANNUAL CHENA RENEWABLE ENERGY FAIR PROMOTED AT GOLDEN DAYS PARADE

Last Saturday the people of Chena Hot Springs participated in the annual Kinross Fort Knox Gold Mine Grande Parade in support of the Golden Days celebration in Fairbanks, Alaska and to promote the upcoming Chena Renewable Energy Fair on August 14th at Chena Hot Springs Resort.

The theme for the parade was "For Gold Times Sake."  Participants were encouraged to wear early 1900s era clothing and decorate their floats in the same manner.  The people of Chena didn't disappoint with owners Bernie and Connie Karl participating in very authentic turn of the century garb.

The float used in the parade was a refurbished 1925 Ford Model T, which when asked, Mr. Karl would say "Still purrs like a kitten in a creamery."

The parade was a resounding success with hundreds of local Fairbanks residents showing up to watch and participate.

4th of July BBQ at Chena!

Bring the family and join us for a 4th of July BBQ on Monday, July 4 in the Resort's Activity Center from 11AM-7PM. Hamburgers, hot dogs, potato salad and lemonade. Adults 13+ $11, Children ages 12 and under $7.

2 for 1 pricing on Guided Horseback Rides (not hand held rides) $80 adults, $40 children.

2 for 1 pricing on Dog Cart rides $60

Global Food Alaska 2011

Last week Chena Hot Springs Resort’s sister company Chena Fresh participated in Global Food Alaska; a conference that only takes place once every two years.  It’s an event meant to bring together suppliers of Alaskan food with buyers to bring Alaska grown and produced foods to the state and the rest of the world.

The conference took place on June 8^th and 9^th and showcased foods, packaging techniques, ways to bring products to the market, and several other industry viable subjects.  There were workshops, speakers from around the state, and delicious Alaska made foods to sample.

As a part of the event Chena Fresh raffled away four baskets of Chena Fresh produce.  The winners couldn’t have been happier! 

The event was a success thanks to the hard work of Robin Richardson, the member manager of GFC-Connect, her hard working team, and all of the participants of the conference.  The folks at Chena Fresh can’t wait to participate in Global Food Alaska 2013!

GRAYLING RETURN TO CHENA HOT SPRINGS

Recently an employee at Chena was able to snag these pictures of Alaskan grayling returning to Chena's streams to spawn.  Just another example of the beautiful variety of wildlife available to see at Chena Hot Springs Resort!

2011 ALASKA WOOD ENERGY CONFERNCE COMES TO A CLOSE

This year's Alaska Wood Energy Conference held in Fairbanks, Alaska came to a close on Wednesday at 5pm.  The conference was a three day event that kicked off with two tours on Monday for conference participants of Superior Pellet Fuels’ facility and Chena Power's Clean Biomass Power Plant located at K&K Recycling.  At each location participants were lead on a tour that examined each facility and created discussion about the benefits of utilizing biomass as a source of power in Alaska.

On Tuesday and Wednesday the conference got into full gear with panel presentations by various wood energy experts and Alaskan do-it-yourselfers.  The main topics covered were forest resource identification and management, residential applications for biomass energy and, combined heat and power technology.  The conference provided a forum for various green energy minded individuals to come together and share with each other about all their successes and hiccups along the way to making a greener future for Alaska possible. 

For more information on the Chena Power Clean Biomass Power Plant please follow this link.

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CHENA SUSV GETS A NEW HOME AT FAIRBANKS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Today, the Chena Hot Springs decorative SUSV or "snow coach" has found a new home between carousel 1 and 2 a the Fairbanks International Airport.  So next time you have guests coming to visit, stop by the snow coach for a look inside.  Pick up some brochures while you're there and learn about all the amazing winter and summer activities that Chena Hot Springs Resort has to offer!

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CHENA POWER INTERNSHIP

Our sister company, Chena Power, is now accepting applications for their summer internship program.  Please click here for more information.

Chena Hot Springs Hair Salon

Chena Hot Springs is excited to introduce the latest addition to our Resort. We are proud to welcome hairstylist, Courtney Kerns, to our new Salon here at Chena Hot Springs. Courtney is a long-time hairstylist and former salon owner of Simply Irresistible Hair Designs for the past 6 years. She has moved to Alaska all the way from West Virginia to be a part of our team. She has traveled all over to many cities attending hair shows including Las Vegas and New York to keep up with all the latest trends of haircutting, styling, perming, waxing, and haircoloring techniques. If you are in need of a new, more up-to-date look or even just a trim to liven up your hair, come see Courtney at our brand new hair salon located at the Activities Center. The Salon is set to open its doors on April 1st. Please check back for updates.

BERNIE KARL FEATURED ON HUFFINGTON POST

Follow this link to read Bernie Karl's blog about the film Carbon Nation.  The Blog is featured on the Huffington Post.

BEST WISHES FOR 2011 FROM CHENA HOT SPRINGS RESORT

Happy New Year's from Chena Hot Springs Resort! The best fireworks display in the Fairbanks Area!Book your room for 2011-12 now! Rooms sell out fast!
Amazing Fireworks!
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ELECTRIC SPORTSCAR COMPLETES ALASKA-ARGENTINA TRIP

The Racing Green Endurance team has completed their trip from Alaska all the way to Argentina in South America.  The crew passed through Chena Hot Springs on their trip and took a tour of our renewable energy projects and a soak in our healing waters. They even brought their car into our year-round Aurora Ice Museum.  Click on the picture below to see more of Racing Green Endurance's trip to Chena Hot Springs or you can click here to read more about their journey.

Click Here for Racing Green Endurance Blog

WATCH THE CBS EARLY SHOW MONDAY NOV. 15

Watch the CBS Early Show this morning (Monday Nov. 15 from 7AM to 9AM AKST) to catch Dave Price, Early Show weatherman working for us out at Chena Hot Springs Resort. Dave worked in our dog kennel, split wood, and more. Make sure you don't miss it!



CBS EARLY SHOW SEGMENT, "NO WAY HOME" TO FILM AT CHENA HOT SPRINGS

Dave Price, weatherman of the CBS Early Show is coming to work for Chena Hot Springs Resort. In the segment entitled, "No Way Home" Dave starts off with little more than $50 and his wit. The aim is to make it all the way back to New York City. His journey started in Anchorage, Alaska yesterday. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook for the latest updates and to hear about how Dave is measuring up as a new hire of Chena!



MUSIC VIDEO SHOT IN CHENA'S AURORA ICE MUSEUM: STATIC CYCLE VIDEO FEATURING BRISTOL PALIN

Celebrities from "Everybody Loves Whales" (set to release in 2012) visit Chena Hot Springs Resort

Ted Danson, Mary Steenburgen, Bernie Karl, and Rob Riggle John Krasinski and Nick Lowrey

John Krasinski, Ted Danson, Mary Steenburgen, and Rob Riggle took a break from shooting their new film in Anchorage, "Everybody Loves Whales" to fly north and visit us at Chena Hot Springs Resort.  They enjoyed a tour of our world famous Aurora Ice Museum followed by a relaxing soak  in the healing waters of Chena. 

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