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Old 12-31-2010, 08:10 PM
 
Location: Anchorage
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Hi Shelley,

You are right to be concerned since driving the Alcan in the winter can be a challenge and I know seasoned older Alaskans that have gotten into trouble on that highway.

A friend's two daughters recently drove up the Alcan from the lower 48 and they were fine. My friend provided them with a GPS vehicle tracking device and he tracked their progress. I don't know the exact name of the device but can find out for you if you want. That way if your son goes off the road and can't contact anyone you will have a good idea of his location and can call for help.

Another option is for him to drive to Seattle and have his car shipped up to Fairbanks or Anchorage and he can fly up and pick up the car. But that is expensive.

You might also look for a rider for him, if you can find someone reliable.

Good luck!
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Old 01-10-2011, 09:44 PM
 
Location: SE Oklahoma/Northern Colorado
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Hey how is his trip going? He should almost be getting to Fairbanks by now....
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Old 01-10-2011, 10:37 PM
 
Location: Anchorage
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He decided to fly. Car troubles.
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Old 01-11-2011, 10:54 AM
 
Location: Lyon, France, Whidbey Island WA
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He decided to fly. Car troubles.
interesting.
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