Traveling to Alaska

[tankerman]

And I've spent my share of time in Alaska too. I was just there this May. I have plenty of friends up there that I go hunting and fishing with. So we're even. Not only have I spoken with LE and native tribes about what they use, but I've read that AK LE buys and uses and for what purpose. I'm also letting you know what has been published in newspapers and magazines. The evidence is there. You just need to look it up.

No need, my travels take me to plenty of Native towns, I see for myself firsthand.

[JDay]

after thinking more about this today, i think i may prefer to bring my .357 or XD45 for ease of carry. what is the protocol of shipping a gun to yourself in another state?

Call the gun shops in the area you are going and find one that will let you ship it to them (handguns have to be shipped to an FFL). One more thing to remember, you do not need a CCW to conceal carry in Alaska.

[JDay]

Sounds like we need to push for an easement to get from to Alaska through Canada to avoid their laws.

You mean something like this?

Alaska Marine Highway System

The licensed driver of a passenger vehicle will be allowed to travel FREE when accompanying a drivable vehicle on a "mirror image" round trip itinerary on the Alaska Marine Highway System. The Driver goes Free discount cannot be combined with any other passenger discount or promotional fare. All travel must commence between May 1, 2010 and September 30, 2010. Tickets may be purchased through our online reservations system, by calling 800-642-0066 or visit your local ferry terminal.

[moss180]

I don't mean to get in the middle of the "who's more Alaska" match, I just want to know how I can get my guns forwarded to me so that i can have something just in case. I'm not bear hunting, just want to have something if a bear decides he's interested in me, my woman or my ride. I'd like to have my 12ga in the truck and likely a .357 since we both are handy with it. My semi pistols still confuse her so want to stick with something easy. So, i just need to find a willing FFL to ship my guns to on the preferred side of the border and hope they're there when I arrive? No other weird paperwork? Do I need to ship with locks or any other details? What about ammo? can I drive through Canada with it or do I need to re-up in AK? Thanks

[moss180]

oh, I forgot. I'm going to take the Marine Highway back from Haines to Bellingham. i assume there are no restrictions if they are left in the vehicle?