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Packing for Alaska
can be a challenge, with travel in small aircraft an important part of
many trips to remote areas of the state as well as the weather what and
how much to pack becomes a concern. Here you will find some suggestions
of items to bring on your Alaskan adventure.
Clothing ~ with temperatures that average from the 30's
to 50's at night and 40 to 70 during the day, a layered approach to
clothing works best in Alaska. If you will be fishing in neoprene waders
your pants should be lightweight warm synthetic material that wicks
moisture away from the skin. Warm synthetic pants should be worn under
lightweight waders. Most guests wear chamois or wool shirts over thermal
underwear with a sweater or jacket over that if necessary. Remember you
can always remove layers should you get too warm. While many guests seem
able to get by wearing jeans around camp we strongly recommend that at
least one pair of pants made from some synthetic material be packed for
your trip. Thermal underwear: Two pairs of good quality poly pro or
capeline underwear are recommended as these wick moisture from the skin
and are warm even when damp. Both pairs should be heavy expedition
weight for trips in late August and September. Besides your waders,
bring some type of waterproof shoe such as knee boots or the LL Bean
Maine hunting shoe to wear around camp. Once again, please leave the
cotton jeans and shirts at home or save them for use asr travel
clothing. Invest in some windproof fleece pants and a jacket they are
worth the extra cost and can prevent you from becoming cold.
Dry Bag ~ Invest in one or two good quality dry bags to
hold your clothing and sleeping bag for your trip.
Rain Gear ~ Quality strong sturdy raingear jackets and
pants are essential on any trip to Alaska. A heavy rubberized canvas top
and chest waders offer the driest combo of all.
Waders ~ Chest waders with wading shoes that have felt soles are
recommended. The breathable waders with fleece or thermal underwear
underneath are the most popular choice of most anglers. Please no stream
cleats or studs as they damage our boats and are not necessary.
Sleeping Bag ~ A quality sleeping bag rated down to at least 20
degrees is recommended for most trips, a bag rated to 5 degrees or a bag
liner might be a good idea for any September trips. The insulation
should be a synthetic that dries rapidly should the bag get wet.
Suggested items to bring
Stuff Sacks for your sleeping bag and synthetic clothing
Jacket - Windproof if best(Light to medium weight, not to bulky)
Thermal socks
2 - 3 pair wool socks
Baseball cap
Wool or synthetic stocking cap
Heavy wool sweater
Chamois or wool shirts
Wool neoprene gloves
Extra set of clothing
Waterproof camp boots
Head net
Towel & washcloth
Toiletries
Prescription medications
Camera, lots of film and extra batteries
Small flashlight
Knife
Pliers
Hook file
Insect repellant (100 % Deet)
Scissors or clippers
Rod Case - Rods should be in a rod tube
"Polarized" Sunglasses (a must)
Prescription glasses
Corkies or other eyeglass retainers
snacks (we provide 3 meals a day and some snacks - You may want to bring
your own favorites)
Water bottle -
Nalgine or similar (these are important)
Alcohol & Other beverages - bring 3 1/2 times what you think you will
need. After 20+ years of doing trips like this, this amount just seems
to be the quantity that actually works out for most people. Note you may
incur an additional charge to transport your beverages to the river if
you exceed weight limits.
Do not quit smoking on your trip!
Please try to keep your gear to 45 pounds or less.
Pack in waterproof dry bags. made specifically for
river trips. Two small bags are better then one large bag.
Remember leave the cotton clothing at home or at the air taxi during
your trip!
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