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One of the common questions we get from our guests before their Alaska backpacking trip is what type of sleeping bag they should use. That’s a great question, especially considering all the [...]

It’s mountaineering season here in the Wrangells, however, these mountains remain in their untouched, unclimbed condition, as all the climbers are sheltering in place. Lead Mountaineering Guide [...]

Alaska is a big land full of big mountains, big rivers, and big wilderness. But have you also heard of our big mosquito population? Chances are, if you come for a visit from late June to the end [...]

Whenever I head to the sock section of a store, I’m always overwhelmed by the towering wall of socks they have in stock. Are there really that many options? What’s the difference [...]

While we all love the long, bright days of June and July up in McCarthy, as summer comes to an end and nighttime creeps back into the evening, we are treated to one of the most amazing gifts [...]

Packing for Alaska can be a challenge. You need to be prepared to handle weather that ranges from sweltering hot to cold and rainy. You need footwear for hiking, the town, and everything in [...]

Too bad he’s too busy texting to enjoy that beautiful scenery, huh? While it used to be that we didn’t carry cell phones everywhere, times have certainly changed. These days more and more people [...]

It’s not uncommon for adventurers to put away their equipment once the weather turns cold, unsure about camping in the lower temperatures. However, the colder seasons can be a beautiful time to [...]

By Sarah Ebright, Guide My favorite section of any outdoor gear store is the area with all the kitchen gadgets. It is constantly changing, and anytime I’m shopping, I’ll always stop [...]

Whether you’re backpacking, rafting, or mountaineering, it’s hard to fly to your adventure location with everything you need. Here at St. Elias Alpine Guides, we completely [...]