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TOURS
ADVENTURES
WINTER TRIPS
Trip
Enhancements
Frequently
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Discovery
Cabins - Hope, AK
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The arctic through which this very
special tour ventures, is an environment Note: This information is also available as part of the PDF file following the Detailed Itinerary Accessibility/Fitness This trip does not require a high level of fitness nor does it include camping. It is though an itinerary that does spend a bit of time outdoors, in a potentially inclement environment and so a sense of adventure and flexibility are a must. At least a moderate level of fitness is certainly desirable, as not to preclude the many options that can add tremendously to the overall experience, such as the short hikes. The itinerary features travel through and to very remote places with few standard amenities. Your reward is an experience unavailable anywhere else. Luggage/Clothing No specialized equipment is needed beyond your personal clothing (see separate Trip Packing List). Clothing should be comfortable, limited to three or four changes for the trip (laundry available in Eagle), and when layered be warm to 30 degrees Fahrenheit with wind always a possibility. Polypropylene is a favorite of many that live and work in these environments full time, and is great from long underwear to fleece jackets. Dress at our destinations and in the North in general, varies from the very casual to the extremely so. Footwear must of course be comfortable and designed for walking. Rain gear is a must and should be of the two piece suit variety with either hat or hood. A light hat and gloves are also recommended. All clothing and personal items are EXTREMELY limited in volume due to our small aircraft transportation. This means a total MAXIMUM volume of not more than two grocery sacks (3 cubic feet total) per person. Luggage must be soft-sided (duffle bag preferable) and may require redistribution into stuff sacks (provided) for the air segments. Extra luggage can usually be left in Anchorage during the trip. A small daypack works well in the van for cameras, water bottle, and miscellaneous items, as well as for hikes. Accommodations/Meals Our lodging ranges from log cabins to bed & breakfasts to very utilitarian "hotels", common in the remote North. The lodging in Eagle utilizes a central bathhouse separate from the cabins, and some of the hotels have only communal, single sex bathrooms. All are very comfortable, and often the only option in some of the remote destinations. Amenities vary from place to place, with luxury only in the eyes of the beholder. Dining is in local restaurants, with the food usually quite good though often with a somewhat limnited selection of menu items. Alcoholic beverages not included. Legal Requirements Passports: As this trip crosses the US/Canada border, a valid Passport is necessary. Please make sure you arrange for this early enough in advance so you have it by the time the trip starts. Minor children must have a birth certificate as well as written notorized parental permission unless both parents are present.Pre/Post-Trip Lodging/Trip Addons Many types of lodging are available in Anchorage and Fairbanks as are independent extensions before or after your trip with us. Facilities fill up very early during the summer season. Please advise us of your interests well in advance so that we are able to guarantee suitable accommodations. If you need suggestions for other things to do, just let us know. Miscellaneous Money: Though most everything is included in the overall price, purchases for souvenirs, alcoholic beverages etc, can be made with either cash, traveler's checks in US Dollars, or, accepted in most places but not all, credit card. Traveler's Insurance: is strongly recommended, as the season is very short and our cancellation policy is necessarily quite strict. Ask us for recommendations. Passports: are required to cross between the US and Canada, starting in 2008. Please make sure you prepare for this well in advance of the trip start. Minor children must have a birth certifcate, notorized written parental consent and/or both parents present to cross the border. Emergencies: A trip list of the individual accommodation addresses and emergency phone numbers with the specific dates when you will be there is sent prior to trip departure. As some places are quite remote, the best way to be reached while on the trip, is through the Adventure Alaska office in Hope. Smoking is not permitted in the vans and nearly all lodging facilities in Alaska are non-smoking. Cell phones are strongly discouraged in the van. Gratuities to your guide not included.Suggested Reading Each client's appreciation will be immeasurably heightened by gaining some background beforehand of Alaska and the areas of our travels. A free catalog of books is available from the Alaska Natural History Association: 605 W 4th Ave, Ste 105, Anchorage, AK 99501; (907) 274-8440; www.alaskanha.org This trip is operated concurrently with a "southbound" version, varying from the above itinerary only in the order of the stops and overnights. This is very much an adventure tour, with a high degree of flexibility expected of all participants, in light of the logistical challenges beyond our control sometimes encountered. Flights: Flight segments utilize single engine 6-seat aircraft, limiting participation to five persons of average weight, and requiring minimal baggage. Disclaimers Adventure Alaska reserves the right to make changes to any itinerary based on external factors or safety concerns. Costs of associated services caused by weather or factors beyond our control will be the responsibility of our guests. Cancellations or changes by individual service providers will not necessarily result in refunds for promised services. We also refuse the right to refuse or discontinue service to anyone. As travel and Life in general are not inherently risk-free, guests will be required to fill out a medical form and waiver prior to participation. Enough of the legal stuff...we do look forward to you joining us!
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