[Philmont]: Alaska as an Alternative to Philmont

While there is no one that loves Philmont more than me, the Western Alaska
Council offers customized adventure treks that can include backpacking,
canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, ice climbing, fishing, whitewater, glacier
hiking, etc. Guide accompany you the entire trek.
 
They have been doing this for the last 3-4 years and are in the process of
putting together a link to the council website.
 
In addition, the Western Alaska Council will be developing a High Adventure
base that will probably begin initial operation in 2007-08. They have
acquired 2,000 acres adjacent to Denali State park which is adjacent to Denali
National Park.
 
Gotta say that this is a true wilderness experience that, (and it pains me
to say this,) makes Philmont look like a backpacking version of Disneyland.
 
As soon as they have the site up, I'll post it to the list.
 
If you are interested in more information for 2005 expeditions, (they do
fill up quickly with a minimal amount of advertising) email me and I'll be glad
to put you in touch with the Camp Director
 
Alex in Alaska
Philmont Ranger 1986
Training Ranger 1987

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Received on Sun Aug 22 12:41:10 2004