Alone in the Wilderness

Whereas having somebody else along is often safer and more fun, solo trips into the wilderness can sometimes be the most memorable. Whether by choice or necessity, these experiences offer a chance to get to know oneself better. We’ll speak with three guests about what it’s like being truly alone in the great outdoors.

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HOST: Charles Wohlforth

GUESTS: 

• Lonnie Dupre, mountaineer, successfully summited Denali on Jan. 11 during his fourth winter, solo summit attempt
• Mike Kramer, Fairbanks adventurer
• Michael Quine, “The American Walkabout” photographer/wanderer who did a yearlong tour of U.S. national parks

AKontheGO FAMILY CALENDAR – Winter Rental Cabins:

• Alaska State Parks public cabins
• Alaska Huts: Manitoba Cabin
• Eagle River Nature Center rental cabins and yurts
• Miller’s Landing – Admiral’s Cabin

MUSIC:

• Michael Howard, Alaska artist
• Kevin Worrell, Alaska artist

BROADCAST: Thursday, January 15, 2015, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. AKDT

REPEAT BROADCAST:  Thursday, January 15, 2015, 9:00 – 10:00 p.m. AKDT

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