Additional Information

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• Comfort/Discomfort. The Arctic is a rugged and sometimes unpredictable place. Sudden storms, fierce winds, cold temperatures, and downpours can push people to tolerance limits. During travel through the area, you may at times be wet, cold, hungry, tired, sunburned and sore. These conditions are reduced dramatically by preparing your body through exercise, and preparing your personal gear for extreme weather conditions.
• First Aid. The staff is certified in Wilderness Advanced First Aid (Red Cross) to handle injuries. In the event of a medical emergency, we carry a special radio capable of contacting rescue groups for evacuation. There is no doctor on the trip. People with health conditions or in need of frequent medical attention should not consider this program.
• Food. Trip food includes oatmeal, granola (muesli), dried fruit, nuts, bread, cheese, peanut butter, rice, and assorted hot drinks. The food, by necessity, is rationed carefully. You are asked to participate in cooking.
• Modes of Travel. Participants will be responsible for reaching Fairbanks, Alaska. Along the Saganavriktok River we travel by inflatable canoe. Each participant will guide a boat of their own. Travel can be strenuous, but is easier for individuals in good physical condition. A typical day includes two to three hours of travel.
• Group Dynamics. A cooperative spirit is essential on these trips. People generally go through a stressful adjustment time in a new and difficult environment. We will work with you to alleviate problems, fears, or other conditions.