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While most people prefer to travel the Alaskan Canadian highway in the warmer months, the Al-Can is a wonderous experience in the winter months. As long as you go prepared it is worth the effort. The number one thing to purchase before leaving for this great adventure is the Milepost magazine. You will find that this book is full of very helpful information that will definitely come in handy. It includes valuable information on lodging, restaurants and gas stations along the way. Keep in mind some may be closed for the winter months.
It is essential to bring food, water, extra gas, and warm clothing. Some areas you will have to travel in the Yukon territory though beautiful you may go twoo hundred miles or more not seeing another human being. With no facilities open in the off season. After crossing the boarder you will have to winterize your vehicle. This includes snowtires and heaters for your engine.
You would be glad if you bring a camera as the beautiful countryside is among the most lovely you'll see. The wildlife you may incounter includes moose, caribou, wolves, rams and fox. There are wonderful bed and breakfasts along the way with a warm and friendly atmosphere and plenty of homestyle cooking to be offered. You will find the lodgings very pet friendly.
The canadian people are very polite and always willing to offer you a hand or strike up a conversation. Traveling the Al-Can is an experience with a lot to offer the sports enthusiast. The is wonderful sking and snowboarding locations with every winter sport you may imagine available. Go prepared and expect the travels of a lifetime.
Enjoy and happy traveling.
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