Pro Tips AK Backcountry
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LakeClarkNPS
A3: Of course, our fav hiking partners are park rangers! While we cannot offer hikes thru this 4-million-acre wilderness, we suggest you chat a ranger up at our PTA visitor center or one of our bc ranger stns! They’ve got the intel on the local conditions. #HumbleBrag #ParkChat
ParksandPoints
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS @AlaskaNPS A3) We love hiking together! @AmyBethWright @derekdesign #parkchat
Fiwaysandbyways
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS A2) Like to take the bike. I have one for the trails and one for pavement. #ParkChat
RCGibby73
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS @AlaskaNPS A3: Hiking with my good friend Jermey. We had a great time in the RMNP backcountry last year #ParkChat
lostpaddles
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS @AlaskaNPS #parkchat the family has been a great hiking crew. They have grown so much and these experiences are priceless
wander_filled
A2 That is one of the biggest obstacles to visiting a lot of the parks in Alaska. Still, we are already planning an Alaska #roadtrip for retirement. and flights everywhere we can’t drive. #parkchat
MrcoEsquandolas
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS A2: I don’t think I’ve ever taken my own car into a park, but here’s a pic of a bunch of people wayyyyy to close to a bear in @GlacierNPS from inside of the rental car. 😂 #parkchat
melissa_sue
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS @Wild_Tribute @AlaskaNPS Definitely our national bark ranger, Eleanor! We always love when there are pup-friendly trails so she can come along for the adventures. #ParkChat
t_jh2009
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS @AlaskaNPS A3) It use to be my Dad, we'd go for various types of walks & hikes up until he came down with Pancreatic Cancer in his late 70s. #ParkChat
59NationalParks
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS @AlaskaNPS A3 I enjoy hiking the most with my wife but have always had fun walking around with this guy. #ParkChat @t_jh2009
naturetechfam
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS @AlaskaNPS #parkchat A3 My better half. Followed closely by my almost 12yo. They push me to go further every time!
LakeClarkNPS
A4: We suggest both! Have a map & compass with you and practice orienteering before you go. While electronics are convenient, do not rely on cell service or your GPS to know where you are. Most of AK does not have cell service & even GPS can fail in mountainous terrain. #ParkChat
e_terren
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS @AlaskaNPS A3. This guy, who protects me from squirrels. #parkchat
ParksandPoints
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS A4) We use both, but mostly #GPS for serious hikes. Occasionally, it's also "Take a pic at the trail head or Visitor Center".....#parkchat
59NationalParks
replying to @LakeClarkNPS @LakeClarkNPS I’m pretty old school when it comes to navigating. Here’s the map we used when we went to #Alaska. #ParkChat
LakeClarkNPS
A5: The most essential thing to bring is self-reliance! You are dependent on your own resources here. Always pack plenty of food & fuel & carry extra rations. Come with proper gear, incl. outerwear, thermal layers & rain gear. Bear resistant containers are a must. #ParkChat
