Winter Trip to Our Alaskan Off Grid Cabin (Part 1)

Simple Living Alaska22 minutes read

Traveling on a dog sled in Alaska to a cabin, enjoying snacks and scenery along the journey, with modifications made for safety and comfort. Arrived at the cabin after a five-hour trip, prepared to relax, fish, and cook meals using available supplies and resources.

Insights

  • Upgrading the dog sled with stronger bolts, welded hitch, and a new windshield highlights the importance of ensuring safety and durability during long journeys in harsh conditions.
  • Utilizing pre-made food like Mountain House meals and carefully separating items that can freeze from those needing warmth showcases the practical approach to food preparation and storage in extreme environments, emphasizing convenience and efficiency.

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Recent questions

  • What kind of food supplies are brought on the journey?

    Various food supplies, separating items that can freeze from those needing warmth, including eggs, cornbread, and spices.

  • How is fishing prepared for in Alaska?

    Preparing for pike fishing, drilling holes in the ice, using hot dogs as bait, and exploring the new fishing spot.

  • What modifications were made to the dog sled?

    Modifications made to the dog sled, including stronger bolts, welded hitch, and a new windshield for the dogs.

  • What is the weather like during the journey?

    Enjoying a nice day, around 10 degrees, with plans for a high of 30 degrees, dressed lightly for the ride.

  • What is used for cooking during the trip?

    Utilizing pre-made food like Mountain House meals for convenience during the trip.

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Summary

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Frozen River Journey to Cabin in Alaska

  • Currently on a frozen river in Alaska, heading to a cabin, about a third of the way into a five-hour journey.
  • Stopped for snacks, including banana muffins, and enjoying the scenery where two rivers converge.
  • Modifications made to the dog sled, including stronger bolts, welded hitch, and a new windshield for the dogs.
  • Replaced old tie-downs with heavy-duty ones, ensuring safety and durability.
  • Enjoying a nice day, around 10 degrees, with plans for a high of 30 degrees, dressed lightly for the ride.
  • Saw Iditarod teams passing by, with the winner likely finishing the race the previous night.
  • Arrived at the cabin after a five-hour journey, dogs in good shape, ready to start a fire and relax.
  • Brought various food supplies, separating items that can freeze from those needing warmth, including eggs, cornbread, and spices.
  • Utilizing pre-made food like Mountain House meals for convenience during the trip.
  • Preparing for pike fishing, drilling holes in the ice, using hot dogs as bait, and exploring the new fishing spot.

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Alaska fishing, camp cooking, ice safety tips

  • Fishing in Alaska requires attending to tip ups near the cabin to catch fish
  • Using a camp stove to make coffee, ensuring proper assembly for functionality
  • Learning from past trips about packing essentials for durability and functionality
  • Walking on ice with caution due to potential overflow risks
  • Lighting a lantern for the first time, following instructions for proper operation
  • Improvising with ingredients for cooking mousse steaks and coconut mushroom white rice, utilizing available resources
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