Let's face it folks, Alaska is wild, remote country. More often than not, the remoteness gets you. There's no one out there. Just you, your hunting companion, and the wildness that is so necessary.
So, when you and your gear are dropped off, say goodbye to the world. It just left! Oh, did you notice the tracks in the photo?
Before I speak more about hunting here, I thought it would be best to stop and remind everyone about Alaska's remote and inherent dangers.
Alaska will test even the most seasoned professionals. I know my lessons will never be over. Every time I head to the bush wonder at the onset, what's she gonna throw at me this time? Before your Alaskan expedition begins you should mentally prepare yourself for the unexpected, the test!
Equipment and gear I recommend is for a reason. Wal-Mart rain gear will ruin your trip. A pair of binoculars you bought to watch the horse races, will let you down during the first cool night and warm day. Same goes for that scope you have that only fogged up once years ago! Point is, leave something to chance in wild, remote Alaska and she'll win the round- Guaranteed!
If you have a medical condition of any kind, be prepared for that. If a tooth has been bothering you, fix it before you get here. DON"T LEAVE ANYTHING TO CHANCE. This will be a hunt unlike any other in the World. You won't be able to "get back to the pickup" and head for help. Moreover, unless you have a satellite cell phone, you will not be able to contact anyone either. If you have trouble, best be ready to deal with it yourself. It could be several days before the plane shows up.
It will be humbling for many of you to put yourself in a spot like this.
It's good for you too!
It feels distantly primal, most Lower 48'ers have not experienced that. If most did, it would scare hell out of them. You will truly be alone out there, so continue reading my posts from time to time and I'll give out little snippets that might just save your arse!
Alaska's Real Threat to Sportsmen is ALL OF IT! The weather, rivers, ocean, tides, wildlife, lost, or cold , along with it's remoteness, will combine to set the stage for trouble if you are not well prepared.
I've been exposed to just about ALL of Alaska's perils over the past 30 years.
She is beautifully deadly and I am hopelessly addicted to her.
