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07-12-2006, 06:53 PM
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Ready-to-Travel
2012 30' International
Walkerton
, Virginia
Join Date: Dec 2003
Posts: 3,167
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North! to Alaska
Page and I are starting our journey tomorrow. Our first stop will be Jackson Center Thursday night. We will get them to install a spare tire carrier under the front of the coach.
Our immediate plans are to head up through Michigan - new country for us - cross the Mackinaw Bridge and see what's to see. We are thinking about following Route 2 across WI, MN and much of ND before turning north again. We're carrying the kayaks and darned near everything else we own to boot. I should say that the kayaks are for flat water use only!
We don't have a real schedule but loosely plan to be back home mid Sept.
Your thoughts are welcome. I'll post our progress and attempt pix from time to time as well.
Homer or Bust!
Pat
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07-12-2006, 07:03 PM
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4 Rivet Member 
1977 25' Caravanner
Jeffersonville
, Kentucky
Join Date: Jul 2004
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My Gosh !!!! All the best wishes for a grand ole time!!!! Please enjoy the sites , and by all means keep us informed , 
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07-12-2006, 07:04 PM
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Rivet Master 
2004 30' Classic Slideout
2021 33FB Classic
Colleyville
, TX
Join Date: May 2005
Posts: 1,540
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Have a great trip Pat and keep in touch along the road north. Annie and I will follow in your footsteps one time soon. We've been studying The Milepost. Can't wait. Happy Trails to you both
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07-12-2006, 07:05 PM
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Rivet Master
1995 30' Limited
Ashland
, Missouri
Join Date: Jul 2003
Posts: 2,610
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Bon voyage! You're embarking on a trip of a lifetime, one of my dream trips. We hope you keep us posted along the way so we can all vicariously head into the wilderness. Here's to your safe, adventurous travels ~G
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maxandgeorgia
1995 Airstream Classic Limited 30' ~ Gypsy
1978 Argosy Minuet, 6.0~Minnie/GPZWGN
Chev Silverado 2500HD Duramax/Allison, 4X4, Crew Cab
WBCCI #5013 AIR #2908
WDCU
Go, Mizzou...Tigers on the prowl!
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07-12-2006, 07:24 PM
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Rivet Master
1967 22' Safari
1960 Caravel
Edmonds
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2004
Posts: 1,445
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Travel safely and take lots of pictures!
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07-12-2006, 07:35 PM
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Rivet Master
2017 28' International
Western
, Oregon
Join Date: Mar 2004
Posts: 802
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Kudos to you both......
for taking a long scenic trip into unchartered territory! You gave us the same thumbs up after taking our "seeking the sun" trip from Oregon to Yosemite last January! I'm jealous......wanting any excuse to take my (new) kayak (smooth water) to a scenic lake or waterway..........Alaska would be outstanding!  Sounds like our type of travel mates!
Wish we could join ya!
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2017 28' Signature CCD
2017 GMC Denali HD Crew Cab 4x4
Blue Ox Sway Pro Hitch
WBCCI #3538
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07-12-2006, 08:27 PM
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Rivet Master
1976 Argosy 24
now being enjoyed by Heath and Mary in
, Vermont
Join Date: Sep 2005
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Pat:
That’s a nice wander.
I several times took the route to see my family in Saskatchewan.
After the bridge, it’s a long, lonely drive so stop in Escanaba for a good walk around that Great Lakes town.
Range across Iron Mountain, Iron River, Ironwood to Ashland and Duluth.
Stay there awhile before heading out to Grand Rapids, Bemidji, Grand Forks and Minot.
From there, I usually headed up to Regina, via Estevan and Weyburn.
If you stay in Big Sky Country until you reach the tiny Montana town of Malta, you can turn north to Canada, ending up in VAL MARIE!
The hot showers at the Convent are great.
Whichever way you go, take your time. Enjoy the trip.
Sergei
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07-12-2006, 08:35 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2005 30' Safari
Chandler
, Arizona
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 497
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We want to go
We want to do this in 2 years with kidos. I can't wait please share your stories of the AlCan and the top of the world.
Safe Travels,
Brent
AZstreamin
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07-12-2006, 10:59 PM
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Cartoon Character
2004 34' Classic
On The Road
, U.S.A.
Join Date: May 2002
Posts: 885
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Pat ... Best wishes on your journey. If you get to Lake Carmen ... send me a photo!
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TrailerGypsies.com
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I live the life I love and I love the life I live.
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08-14-2006, 07:57 PM
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2 Rivet Member 
2007 31' Classic
Bend
, Oregon
Join Date: Jul 2004
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We went to Alaska in 2005 in our 25' Safari. It was our greatest adventure. Of all the advise we got only one was worth taking. "Go slow and you will be fine".
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08-14-2006, 08:36 PM
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Moderator
2015 25' FB Flying Cloud
2012 23' FB Flying Cloud
2005 25' Safari
Santa Rosa Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 13,159
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North to Alaska!
We are jealsous. We want to make the same trip. Maybe next year. Please give us a blow-by-blow of your trip.
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WBCCI #3628 -- AIR #14872 -- TAC #FL-7
2015 FC 25' FB (Lucy) with ProPride
2020 Silverado 2500 (Vivian)
2023 Rivian R1T (Opal)
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08-14-2006, 08:38 PM
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Retired Moderator
1992 29' Excella
madison
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Aug 2002
Posts: 4,644
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good luck and have a safe trip!
john
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