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Raft Fishing
Saturday, October 30th, 2010
We are flying to Alaska for the first two weeks of July.?
We will be traveling by motorhome once we are there. Whale watching, Glaciers, raft rides, fishing, hot springs, etc. What kind of clothes should we pack? I have been researching and getting such a wide range of temperatures. I am just not sure how much and what to pack. I have never been there, and we will be experiencing as much as possible while there.
Sounds like you are traveling within the mainland of Alaska; Anchorage and Fairbanks. You are also in prime time summer. Fairbanks can reach daytime highs in the 90’s; Anchorage in the 70’s and 80’s.
Weather here can change in a hurry so be prepared for rain, and wind, by layering. A light rain jacket with a polar fleece vest is a great combination.
As far as things like rafting; most of the vendors supply you with the appropriate attire so you really don’t have any worries there.
Whale watching, the boats are enclosed with plenty of deck space, so weather is only a moderate concern.
I wouldn’t plan on packing a ton of extra stuff. A lot of the stuff you need, like rain gear for your fishing trip, can be purchased here at reasonable prices (won’t be much different than where you are from).
I encourage everyone to pack according to spring/summer, as a previous poster mentioned. I also encourage people to spend some money on footwear. Running shoes are great for this climate; they are light weight, and comfortable. You will be doing some extended driving while here, so let your feet be happy. A good pair of “adventure” shoes are a must.
If you find you need something, we do have a wide array of places to pick up the necessities; such as Wal-Mart (yes, even in Alaska).
As you are going to be here for a while, pick up a copy of the MilePost; this is a must travel guide here in Alaska. No self respecting Alaskan travels without one! Also, pick up the Great Alaska tour Saver. This is a coupon book with lots of two for one specials on all kinds of attractions.
My family owns and operates a charter boat in Homer; if fishins the mission, we have the boat and skipper (my Dad) to handle it!
I have included web sites for a few things, browse them at your leisure, they will get you pointed in the right direction.
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Camai!
Saturn Inflatable Fishing Raft for 1-2 people. Only $499. Heavy-Duty materials, not a toy!
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Asia, China, Guanxi, Photo Mugs Asia, China, Guanxi, Yangshou. Fishermen on raft in Li River….. |
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Bamboo rafts on Photo Mugs Bamboo rafts on the Li River at sunset, Yangshuo, Guangxi Province, China…. |
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Black and white, Photo Mugs Black and white, China, Li River, Fisherman on Rafts fishing with Cormorants…. |
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Fishing Cubans $1.99 … |
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Fishing Cubans [HD] $2.99 … |
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Captains Hat – Skipper Your Own Kon Tiki Raft !!! $2.71 Just add a sidekick named Gilligan, and your off to a Polynesian Wonderland. Get this great looking Captains hat to skipper your next Luau in style! Cotton Captain’s Cap. One Size Fits Most…. |
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Intex Kayak Paddle / Boat Oars $14.74 Intex Kayak Paddle / Boat Oars is a combination 98″ paddle converts to two 48″ boat oars. Lightweight, yet strong aluminum shaft. Oar retainer/drip rings and ribbed blades for added strength…. |
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Intex Seahawk II Boat Set $94.97 Seahawk II Boat Set – Manufacture ID: 68377E. The Intex SeaHawk II seats three people and comes with oars an inflation pump gear pouch and battery pouch. It features two air chambers for safety all-around grab rope grab handles on both ends two fishing rod holders inflatable floor for comfort and rigidity weilded rotational oar locks and U.S. Coast Guard I.D.The Seahawk II has two Boston valves on… |
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Intex Excursion 5 Boat Set $91.97 Dimensions: 145″ x 67″ x 18″. Weight Capacity: Up to 880 lbs with 5 persons. Constructed of rugged SUPER-TOUGH(tm) PVC. SUPER-TOUGH(tm) PVC is an extremely strong and durable plastic material that is impervious to gasoline, oil and salt water. The strong molecular structure of this plastic makes it highly resistant to damage from abrasion, impact and sunlight. This special PVC plastic material a… |
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NRS Quick-Change Kayak Gear Duffel $59.95 NRS Quick-Change Kayak Gear Duffel – This is the best boating accessory to come along in years! The Quick-Change Duffel gives you a rugged, ventilated gear bag and a changing pad to protect you from the sticks, stones and stickers of life. Sturdy urethane-coated polyester fabric forms the bottom and ends of the bag, while heavy-duty mesh in the top lets moisture escape. The built-in changing pad p… |
