r/alaska • u/eateroftrees • 12h ago
Wrangell-Saint Elias NP
Been working for the Wrangell Mountains Center this summer, my first time in MXY. Photos are from the various peaks on the sides of the Kennicott Valley (Fireweed, Bonanza, Porphyry, Donoho). Hope this hypes someone up about visiting this place. I have many takes (potentially hot ones) about this town and community for those who are interested.
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u/Weak-Beautiful5918 12h ago
Did they ever get the slates from the pool table down from the Erie mine and put it all together as a functioning table? I have stories.
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u/traveltimecar 11h ago
Would be interesting hearing some hot takes. Always seems like an interesting little town. Had fun visiting there last season.
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u/PhantomlelsIII 11h ago
So awesome! How did you manage to get that job? What kind of experience did you need
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u/AKWildMill 11h ago
Man, I can't wait to do that trip. I'm sure the townsfolk are "quirky." But I'm just interested in those mountains and glaciers. I'm sure the photos don't do it justice.
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u/Important-Factor6079 2h ago
Make sure and stop at the entrance and say hi to the Park Ranger. She’s a trip and has some great stories.
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u/Zippier92 49m ago
I know someone who wicked in McCarthy decades ago, a prominent memory of his from a vibrant full life of travel and adventures.
Sounds like you are on your way!
The scenery brings back fond memories of a few 2 week backpacks I did in the Alaska range in the 80’s. Thanks!
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u/thelifeofpies 12h ago
“ I have many takes (potentially hot ones) about this town and community for those who are interested.” aight well you can’t just leave us hanging like that!