Alaska Float Trip Additional Information Alaska Fishing Fly Fish Alaska

Packing For Alaska
Packing for Alaska can be a challenge, with travel in small aircraft an important part of many trips to remote areas of the state as well as the weather what and how much to pack becomes a concern. Here you will find some suggestions of items to bring on your Alaskan adventure.
Clothing ~ with temperatures that average from the 30's to 50's at night and 40 to 70 during the day, a layered approach to clothing works best in Alaska. If you will be fishing in neoprene waders your pants should be lightweight warm synthetic material that wicks moisture away from the skin. Warm synthetic pants should be worn under lightweight waders. Most guests wear chamois or wool shirts over thermal underwear with a sweater or jacket over that if necessary. Remember you can always remove layers should you get too warm. While many guests seem able to get by wearing jeans around camp we strongly recommend that at least one pair of pants made from some synthetic material be packed for your trip. Thermal underwear: Two pairs of good quality poly pro or capeline underwear are recommended as these wick moisture from the skin and are warm even when damp. Both pairs should be heavy expedition weight for trips in late August and September. Besides your waders, bring some type of waterproof shoe such as knee boots or the LL Bean Maine hunting shoe to wear around camp. Once again, please leave the cotton jeans and shirts at home or save them for use asr travel clothing. Invest in some windproof fleece pants and a jacket they are worth the extra cost and can prevent you from becoming cold.
Dry Bag ~ Invest in one or two good quality dry bags to hold your clothing and sleeping bag for your trip. We can no longer provide these for you.
Rain Gear ~ Quality strong sturdy raingear jackets and pants are essential on any trip to Alaska. A heavy rubberized canvas top and chest waders offer the driest combo of all.
Waders ~ Chest waders with wading shoes that have felt soles are recommended. The breathable waders with fleece or thermal underwear underneath are the most popular choice of most anglers. Please no stream cleats or studs as they damage our boats and are not necessary.
Sleeping Bag ~ A quality sleeping bag rated down to at least 20 degrees is recommended for most trips, a bag rated to 5 degrees or a bag liner might be a good idea for any September trips. The insulation should be a synthetic that dries rapidly should the bag get wet.
Suggested items to bring
Stuff Sacks for your sleeping bag and synthetic clothing
Jacket - Windproof if best(Light to medium weight, not to bulky)
Thermal socks
2 - 3 pair wool socks
Baseball cap
Wool or synthetic stocking cap
Heavy wool sweater
Chamois or wool shirts
Wool neoprene gloves
Extra set of clothing
Waterproof camp boots
Head net
Towel & washcloth
Toiletries
Prescription medications
Camera, lots of film and extra batteries
Small flashlight
Knife
Pliers
Hook file
Insect repellant (100 % Deet)
Scissors or clippers
Rod Case - Rods should be in a rod tube
"Polarized" Sunglasses (a must)
Prescription glasses
Corkies or other eyeglass retainers
snacks (we provide 3 meals a day and some snacks - You may want to bring your own favorites)
Water bottle - Nalgine or similar (these are important)
Alcohol & Other beverages - bring 3 1/2 times what you think you will need. After 20+ years of doing trips like this, this amount just seems to be the quantity that actually works out for most people. Note you may incur an additional charge to transport your beverages to the river if you exceed weight limits.
Do not quit smoking on your trip!
Please try to keep your gear to 45 pounds or less.
Pack in waterproof dry bags. made specifically for river trips. Two small bags are better then one large bag.

Remember leave the cotton clothing at home or at the air taxi during your trip!

Another Client Testimonial

My trip with Paul Hansen and the Alaska Rainbow Adventures staff was absolutely the finest fishing adventure I’ve had to date. Fishing the Alagnak was just unbelievable, the sockeye salmon were plentiful, and the scenery and peaceful surroundings were just phenomenal. The guides were extremely helpful, the equipment was reliable, and the whole operation was first rate. Definitely an experience I would love to repeat. Gary Eugene Tonkery

Scheduleand rates

Please contact the office directly for our current schedule and rates. While we published a schedule it also included a rate increase for 2009 due to the substantially higher costs of doing business during the past season. Because fuel prices have started to come down in parts of Alaska however nowhere are they as low as in the continental U.S., there is a possibility that we will be able to return some savings should costs return to an acceptable level of sanity before the start of the 2009 season. Please remember still to book early, usually getting deposits in as soon as you decide where and when you want to go on your trip with us as the best dates do book up early and some trips are already sold out. For schedule and rate information Call 907-357-0251 or 877-235-2647 Toll Free.

Terms and conditions

Deposits & Cancellations: A deposit of 50% of the trip cost is required in order to confirm a booking. This deposit is due within 15 days of reserving space on any trip. Please note that deposits are non-refundable and that the purchase of trip insurance is strongly recommended. Payment in full is due no later than 60 days prior to the start of your adventure or June 1st whichever comes first. All reservations made within 60 days of departure require that payment be made in full at the time of booking. If for any reason payment has not been made in full prior to the trip start date participation on the trip will not be allowed. In the event that you cancel or fail to participate in the trip, all monies received are not refundable. In the event that Alaska Rainbow Adventures cancels for reasons within our control, and the trip cannot be rescheduled, a full refund will be made. If we cancel for reasons out of our control we will be happy to reschedule for the earliest available date. Upon receipt of your deposit, you will receive a supplemental list with detailed information about your trip and what to bring. Rates and terms are subject to change without notice unless they have been confirmed by receipt of deposit(s) by Alaska Rainbow Adventures. After trips completion no refunds or credits will be given for any reason.

Re:Responsibility

Alaska Rainbow Adventures is not responsible for any loss, damage, or injury to persons or property however caused or for any costs of accommodations and associated services caused by weather, transportation problems and other events beyond Alaska Rainbow Adventures control. When necessary for the safety or comfort of our guests, Alaska Rainbow Adventures has the right to cancel or make reasonable schedule changes.

Liability Waiver

Due to insurance requirements each angler wishing to participate in any trip arranged by Alaska Rainbow Adventures must read and sign a liability waiver and a copy of these terms and conditions.

What is included

Air transportation from the trip’s starting point and return flight back to the starting point, accommodations while on the river in comfortable tent camps, all meals, and guiding service. Alaska Rainbow Adventures also supplies self-inflating sleeping pads and life jackets and for your comfort & safety. Due to operations in remote areas of Alaska some services may be subject to change without notice.

What is not included

Overnight accommodations and meals at the starting or ending point of your trip, fishing license and tackle, gratuities, or items of a personal nature.

Making Reservations

Trip dates are arranged on a first come basis. Since the most popular dates sell out quickly, early booking of your desired dates is suggested. Bookings placed by e-mail or telephone will be held for 14 days pending receipt of deposit.

Conditions for participation

Alaska Rainbow Adventures is not responsible for any loss, damage, injury to persons, property, for any costs of accommodations and associated services or expenses caused by weather, transportation problems and any other events beyond Alaska Rainbow Adventures control. When necessary for the safety or comfort of our guests, Alaska Rainbow Adventures has the right to cancel or make reasonable schedule changes of all or a portion of your trip. In the event that you cancel, fail to participate in all or part of the trip you paid for or make final payment as per the terms and conditions, all monies received are not refundable. In the event that Alaska Rainbow Adventures cancels for reasons within our control, and the trip cannot be rescheduled, a full refund will be made. If we cancel for reasons out of our control we will be happy to reschedule for the earliest available date. Upon receipt of your deposit, you will receive a supplemental list with detailed information about your trip and what to bring. Rates and terms or any trip is subject to change without notice unless they have been confirmed by receipt of deposit(s) by Alaska Rainbow Adventures. After trips completion no refunds or credits will be given for any reason. Deposit of 50% due at time of booking by check/pay-pal transfer (Credit cards payments can be sent via Pay-Pal + a 3.5% surcharge) or wire-transfer. The remaining balance is due 60 days before departure date or June 1st, the year the trip is scheduled for whichever comes first. What is included: Air transportation from the trip's starting point and return flight back to the starting point, accommodations while on the river in comfortable tent camps, all meals, and guiding service. Alaska Rainbow Adventures also supplies sleeping pads and life jackets and for your comfort & safety. While we make every attempt to have all the items we promise for any particular trip, due to operations in remote areas of Alaska some services may be subject to change without notice.

Liability Waiver

All guests must read and return to us a signed copy of our terms and conditions & liability waivers in order to participate on their trip. We also strongly recommend trip and travel insurance ~ talk to your favorite travel agent to purchase.