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TRIP  FEATURES

We are the local guide service that specializes in both professional service and genuine Alaskan hospitality. All our trips operate from the same foundation of service and safety that we've been cultivating over the past 14 years - within this community and within this wilderness.

*Kennicott Wilderness has the lowest client to guide ratio of any company operating within this area. For us, this symbolizes our commitment to safety and service. We provide visitors with the care and attention they deserve and expect from a wilderness outfitter.
*We are a small company that has, and takes, the time to plan your trip properly. We work to ensure that you have as pleasant and safe an experience as possible.
*Experienced Local & Alaskan Guides / Wilderness First Responder trained
with extensive First Aid Kits

*Satellite Phone Communications (multi-day)
& Cell Phone Coverage (day business)

*High Energy Menu / Food & Cooks included / Bear-proof Food Canisters
*4 to 1 client/guide ratio (maximum)
*Additional guides at cost (pay wages & airfare) for groups with special needs, requests, or with different exploration agendas from base-camp
*Gear as needed: tents; sleeping bags & pads
*Pre-Trip Glacier Hike included with 3-day or more fly-in backpacking trip.
*Cater to both 1st-Time Campers and Seasoned Veterans
*Bush planes: Supercubs; Cessna 185's; Pilatus Porter, Beaver
*We Practice Leave No Trace Ethics & Strongly Support Limited Group Sizes Within Wrangell St. Elias National Park & Preserve.

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Kennicott Wilderness Guides, LLC
Wrangell St. Elias National Park, Alaska

Wrangell Saint Elias National Park Kennicott McCarthy Alaska
E-mail: mail@kennicottguides.com
Phone: 1-800-ON-HIKES
Summer Mailing Address:
(May - September)
Box MXY #1
Glennallen, AK
99588
Winter Mailing Address:
(October - April)
P.O. Box 772983
Eagle River, AK
99577
All contents are Copyright © 2007-2010 Kennicott Wilderness Guides
Wrangell St. Elias National Park, Alaska