Alaska Bound

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Permalink Reply by Michelle on February 11, 2009 at 2:02am

I'm due in Denali April 25th. If anyone is headed up before that (but not too much before that) let me know. Not planning on taking my car but that could change. I might just have to fly considering the end of April is pretty early for most people headed north...

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Permalink Reply by Susan Sonefelt on February 12, 2009 at 4:46am

Would love to have you ride with me to Fairbanks, but I am leaving Great Falls on March 30th...and yes. the law extended the passport form 2008 to 2009...so I think you need one...you can get it at the postoffice....about 115.00...take your birth certificate....and they will mail both back to you in separate envelopes in about 3 weeks...piece of cake...susan

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Permalink Reply by Matt on February 18, 2009 at 3:03pm

I am driving with my friend and we may have an extra spot once we figure out my roof rack situation. I'm open to any suggestions on which way maybe best to take. I know that pass thru Yukon is at its worst at the time Im planning on concurring it.

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Permalink Reply by Amy on February 24, 2009 at 8:31pm

Hey what's going on? I don't know what the answer is yet but I had my second interview today, I should know by Friday. If I do get hired I'm leaving here On May 1st via Missoula. I drive an old subaru but she still works like a charm. I was going to drive by myself but if you want to join you're more than welcome to. Let me know what your plans are. I've always driven the country by myself but it would be fun to have someone to talk too along the way! :D Let me know...

Amy

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Permalink Reply by Jon Tilley on February 24, 2009 at 9:42pm

Why don't you all take the Alaskan Marine Highway to Juneau? You all could meet in Seattle and spend a few days and then take the train(which I recommend) or the bus to Bellingham and hop on the ferry there. You can camp out on the ferry. I've done it twice and it is the best way to travel. You don't have to worry about getting cold because there are huge heaters overhead when you are outside and you can always go inside. There is a cafeteria, they show movies and public showers on the ship. If you have to drive you can take your car on the ferry and get off in Juneau or elsewhere. Great for people who don't have passports.

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Permalink Reply by Marshall Reichert on February 25, 2009 at 8:38pm

Heading To McKinley Lodge In April planing on leaving on the 22 from Arizona Have to be there be The 30th any one need a ride or want to caravan???

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Permalink Reply by Jeremy on March 3, 2009 at 3:05pm

hey! i am Alaska bound also. heading to Ketchikan around march 25th or so. i am coming from Cincinnati and will be working at Allen marine.

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Permalink Reply by Susan Sonefelt on March 5, 2009 at 4:49am

Just wanted to wish you ...Good Luck, Jeremy on your adventure to Alaska. I am leaving Vail, Co on March 28th heading thru Great Falls, Mt....You are probably flying to AK.? Susan

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Permalink Reply by Susan Sonefelt on March 25, 2009 at 2:10pm

Hello, Jeremy
Keep a look out for a gal named Shari, she is a hoot and is also working for Allen Marine...

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Permalink Reply by Dominic on March 5, 2009 at 9:52am

Finally got the word I will be working in Alaska for sure at coldfoot camp. Still considering driving my own truck, but also looking for anyone else thats driving that I could ride with and split gas. Let me know if will be driving up to Alaska this spring!

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Permalink Reply by Amanda on March 5, 2009 at 2:11pm

Dominic and All, I'm up for a caravan!!!I'm planning on getting up there the 28th, leaving the 13-16. Don't have any riders yet so you're more than welcome to come along! I just did a price check on gas at mapquest, apparently it thinks the trip will cost $238.00 total from Seattle to Fairbanks. Not too shabby, I thought it would be more. So we're probably looking at like $100-150(if gas fluctuates) a person. Anyways I'm goin' all the way to coldfoot, as you might know so we could drive the Dalton together too, that would be fun! I'm also planning on getting a CB radio for my rig, they're cheap and might just be the only communication in coldfoot if generator goes down. Also I think it would be fun to chatter with the truckers :) This is Funky Chicken over and out!

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Permalink Reply by Dominic on March 5, 2009 at 2:30pm

That sounds great only problem is I will be in New York and dont get back untill the 20th so thats when I will be leaving. That will give me more then a week to get up there.

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