Friday, August 2, 2013

Alaska the Last Frontier

In less than two weeks I'll be living and working at a fantastic resort in Alaska, near Girdwood. Part of me says, time to start a new blog.

 The Femalesurvivalist deals with wilderness survival, not the biggest, wildest, most romantic place in the United States. Now, before I get hit with lovers of Hawaii and Florida, I know the Last Frontier is cold and has long dark nights in winter.

And, just in case you wondered, I never did nor would vote for Sarah Palin. Her venture into running for the vice-presidential seat was a joke. But, politics aside, I'm looking forward to meeting the fiercely independent people that are said to live in this place.


I've been doing a little research and found a great book called, Frommer's Alaska The publish date on this fantastic thrift store find is 2008. Not too old to be of use. There are tons of maps and insiders tips from the author, Charles Wohlforth. I plan to take tons of footage and learn more about winter survival skills.


My backcountry skis are packed in a custom sewn carrying case. The matching duffle bag was sewn using upholstery cloth. A long zipper was sewn along the top edge. All told, I'll have a carry on (laptop in daypack), one large duffle with clothes, shoes, etc, and one tall carry case with skis, boots, poles, and ultralight backpacking gear. I'll take photos of this custom sewn gear at the airport and share them here.


I decided to make this luggage because I couldn't find anything to suit my needs.

Hope you continue to read this blog. May all your adventures be worth it.

8 comments:

  1. Drive up, its a great road trip

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    1. I just map-quested it....2,901 miles...52 hours, 3 minutes....

      I made the right decision for this trip. Flying with free air miles. I'll be there the same day.

      Have you driven there, Anonymous?

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    2. I did it in 1980 I think, in a 1970 Toyota Landcruiser it was all dirt back then, its cake now.Have to admit if your in a hurry its probably not that much fun.How long you plan on staying?I was up for a whole summer back then, would love to spend a winter up there.

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  2. According to friends who do it yearly, gas stations are spaced pretty far apart, and an old car might actually have some issues.

    I really don't know how long I'm staying, its open ended right now. I'm thinking if I like it, I'll make Alaska my home. Looking forward to playing in this winter, too!

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  3. I have a 97 metro 3 banger I would have no problem driving that up there, they are great cars.
    I wanted to stay there to but they had just completed the pipeline and jobs where hard to come by.
    I may have to look into some kind of winter caretaker job up there, need to get out of California permanently before it goes under.

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  4. Well, Anonymous, sounds like you are quite a guy. Am I wrong?

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    1. Yep just a guy that thinks your doing some interesting things. Name is Dennis.Maybe I can figure out how to post using my name.

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  5. Hi Dennis, thanks for your kind words.

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