Replying to Points of Interest in AK??

Flyin from the mid atlantic to visit with my step bro and step father in late august. Won't be bringing skis. Don't know where I'm flying into just yet. Will be heading to fairbanks then possibly down to valdez for a fishing trip. Any tips on interesting places to visit around these areas and in between would be greatly appreciated.

I realize this thread is kinda dead, but I'm hoping for at least a response or two in a month. I'll check back, thanks in advance to all you residents of the great white north.