So, I have always been interested in visiting Alaska. I can't think of a better reason than going to an Appleseed. Given the travel distance and my status I think it might be better to show up as a junior instructor since I don't know what the rules might be for traversing a large portion of Canada with even a 22LR rifle.
I guess I am looking for advice. I was thinking of doing this later in the summer, perhaps July (no shoots currently scheduled) or August. My plan thus far is to take 2 weeks off from work and drive to Alaska in the week leading up to the Appleseed and drive back the following week.
I look forward to your thoughts.
There are events scheduled for Chugiak http://appleseedinfo.org/smf/index.php?topic=27486.0
Were I making that trip I would think about using UPS to get my rifle(s) there and back, it might save some aggravation. Of course it would also create some angst. A phone call to Customs would probably answer all of your questions. It is a beautiful place, take your camera and get in some non-Appleseed shooting too.
Hi EH,
You are looking at about 80 hours of drivetime each direction. IMHO 2 weeks for this trip with a seed in the middle is going to leave litte time for anything outside of sitting behind the wheel. I would consider a different way to get there or more time.
Stand,
You're probably right, but I don't have 3 weeks of vacation available to spend this year. :(
The paperwork for bringing a rifle through Canada is a pain, but doable. The lead times can be a bit much. See: http://usgovinfo.about.com/od/rightsandfreedoms/a/gunstocanada.htm
Far easier to check a rifle as a carryon (look at the airline's baggage fees though - some are getting too greedy), or let us know what you shoot. There may be a loaner available depending on what's been committed already, but you may need to bring your sights (my loaners are still wearing factory irons).