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What to expect... One thing that you should realize is that Alaska weather can be almost anything during the summer...hot, sunny 80 degree days backpacking; windy, rainy days sea kayaking; cold and snowy mountaineering (even in July). You could possibly have all of these conditions in one day! What to bring... You've asked us to help you explore and enjoy Alaska, the first step is to follow our advice on gear. Each of our trips has a specific gear list which you can download here. Ask questions but please bring what's on the list unless we advise you otherwise. We'll do a gear check at the beginning of each trip and will want to actually see and inspect the critical required gear from your list. This important step helps ensure that people have what they need to be comfortable for the rest of the week. Do NOT make decisions about what to bring based on some weather forecast that you see from home. AK weather can vary greatly within 15 miles. Don't trust the weather channel to tell you what it's going to do.
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Shopping & Re-supply Most of our trips start in the morning of Day 1, which is often a Sunday. Shopping opportunities are limited at that time of day so if you do not have a required item we may be delayed in starting the fun stuff...and the rest of the group may not be very happy about spending part of their vacation waiting to go shopping! Some trips may include a brief opportunity to at least dry some clothes (though not do a full wash routine). There also may be a chance to buy something during the week, particularly on the Exposed Series Tours. Our Expeditions will usually have NO chance for resupply during the week. Rental Gear - With new restrictions on airline baggage, consider renting equipment from us for your trip. Rentals must be arranged in advance. Sleeping bag (20 degree, synthetic, with liner); 3 Days: $20, 6 - 9 Days, $35. Sleeping Pad (inflatable); 3 Days: $10, 6 - 9 Days, $25 Backpack (large size for overnight or multi day trips). Extreme Week $40, Expeditions $55 Day Pack, perfect for an extra jacket, camera, water and lunch on our trips. $10 for 3-9 days.
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Packing - All trips start with a gear check, so you do not have to be thoroughly packed for backpacking (or whatever) on the morning of Day 1. You might want to pack your really essential items in your carry-on bag. We will not be able to delay start of the trip if your checked bags don't make it to Anchorage. A large duffle bag is often easier for travel than a backpack and can be used for storing your extra gear with us or in the van while we are out in the "bush". We travel with our backpack inside the duffle bag to protect all the straps during the flight. If you follow our list and don't bring a lot of "extras", everything you need should fit into a duffle bag that's about 110 Litres or 6700 cubic inches. Suitcases are bulky, difficult to load in the van and pretty much impossible to take to your tent. A zip up duffle bag is far superior for this type of trip. If you have extra clothing, gear or suitcases not needed for the Exposure segment of your trip, please look into storing these at your hotel before your trip with us begins. Kayak Gear - we provide rubber boots, heavy duty rain gear & dry bags for packing your clothes. You might want to bring cycling or sailing gloves if your hands are prone to blisters. Cameras - Photo opportunities abound but be advised that conditions may damage your equipment, particularly sea kayaking. There are a lot of options for protecting your gear on the market, shop around and decide how much "insurance" you want to buy. Valuables - Often, the only option for storing of valuables will be in the van (our "office" is not in Anchorage, where the trips start.) Storage in the van is usually fine but we can accept no responsibility for your valuables. Since you may be staying in a hotel prior to your trip with us, they may be able to store valuables for you.
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| Quick Tip: Don't delay in taking steps to get the required gear. You may have to mail order or shop around. It's your responsibility to have what is required for the trip. Your participation may be limited if you do not have the required gear. For example, don't show up for a backpacking trip with low-top trail runners! |
Click on the link below for the gear list for your specific trip: "Exposed Series" Tours and Raft, Climb & Trek Extreme Week, Extreme PLUS, Xxtreme Sea Kayak Expedition & 3-day Kayak trips Wilderness Week & Fly-in Expedition
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Sea kayaking
tours in Prince William Sound. Ice
climbing, glacier treks and glacier
tours on the Matanuska Glacier. All photos and text Copyright 2008, Exposure Alaska LTD |