VermontHunter Posted August 18, 2009 Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 I'm not 100% sure William, but I'd have to say Steve aimed that one at me, due the comments I made about the down right tossing around I took in a small plane from Denver to Gillette in one heck of a thunderstorm ... It was one heck of a free fall, roller coaster ride ... enough of a ride to give me a migraine .. :jaw: Worth every minute of it, once I was there ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrswtnhunt Posted August 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2009 Hello to everybody from Alaska!!! We are all sitting here in Kathleen's garage. We all made it fine. A few had some flight problems but we all made it. The train ride from Anchorage was amazing. We did see some moose from the train. We are fixing to head to town and get everyone's tags and grab a bite to eat. Thanks to everyone for wondering about us. My hubby and I have talked several times and he will post updates for us. More later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 Hmmmm, not sure if this is aimed at Luke or who. Was my wife and 13 year old daughters first time ever on a plane, and I was a little nervous. They actually enjoyed the flight from Chicago to Anchorage on the larger plane, and my wife has quite a story to tell when she gets back about that flight and how her being a nurse she was called on for help. The plane they were on from Memphis was apparently a very small plane and it was quite a bumpy ride in some bad weather, probably not the best feeling for them as first time fliers. lol. I was more nervous about their connection and their bags than anything else. Stepfather was a pilot and he always had small planes and later on ultralights. Flown too many times when I was younger(both small private planes and on commercial flights large and small planes), and agree that it is for the most part much safer in the air than on the ground. Maybe so Steve, don't know. I will continue to check in here and also in Christina's blog and post updates as I get them. They should all be on the train, and the train should be getting ready to leave for Seward. The season opens for them on the 20th. They will get settled in today, and everyone will get their tags and anything else they need and get their guns checked out and ready. no, my poking fun was meant for everyone. just keep in mind that it was only meant to be good humored fun. i'm very happy everyone got there in good shape. this is the start of something great. wish i were there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 no, my poking fun was meant for everyone. just keep in mind that it was only meant to be good humored fun. i'm very happy everyone got there in good shape. this is the start of something great. wish i were there. I wouldn't take it any other way Steve .. And you're right, this is the start of something great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 man i wish i was there. someday im going to make an Alaskan trip. please post pics and keep us up to date. Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 Hello to everybody from Alaska!!! We are all sitting here in Kathleen's garage. We all made it fine. A few had some flight problems but we all made it. The train ride from Anchorage was amazing. We did see some moose from the train. We are fixing to head to town and get everyone's tags and grab a bite to eat. Thanks to everyone for wondering about us. My hubby and I have talked several times and he will post updates for us. More later. Now I know you're there! Glad you enjoyed the train. My wife and I did too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aksheephuntress Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 ...we were all pretty much squared away with our gear, packs by the the time it got dark last night....lol- -Catrina and Christina and I picked blueberries for on top of everyones' cereal this morning.... -assembling rifles, loading the range gear...-headed out to the range for a bit- -Kirk and Terry hiking out to the lake, and a spur -of -the moment mystery guest hike out to the lake late morning...Norm and Two fly out with the boat motor, fishing gear and gas in the floats at 3:00pm(dep. on weather of course- things can change quickly-) -the girls and I are heading up either into the bowl of Mt Alice, or up Bear Mtn for a 9 or 10 hr excurision today....-going to meet up with the guys out at the lake in 2 days -we hopefully will have at least a bear down before then....maybe will surprise the guys.... -I fill the clouds will lift early afternoon....-don't pay attention too much to the weather reports..... -us girls will update here, tonight- -so awsome that everyone is finally here..... -kathleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 Sounds like things are quite busy already .... I'll be looking for that update tonite .. THANKS Kathleen .. Try and get a group picture if you can .. that would be awsome .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 Sounds like things are quite busy already .... I'll be looking for that update tonite .. THANKS Kathleen .. Try and get a group picture if you can .. that would be awsome .. Talked with Catrina this morning she said things were very busy there. Said her time is flying by, also said it is kind of a surreal feeling. Catrina said my disassembled .270 looked to have made the trip fine,:cool2: whew(that was a concern). Hopefully after they get it put back together it is still dead on for them. Yep, put up some pics and or a video clip;) if you get a chance Kathleen. Going to be rough waiting until the girls get home to see all the pics they have taken. Mystery guest, hmmm. Now I would not be at liberty to take a guess at who that might be now would I.:D Got a good feeling that someone is going to fill a tag tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 ...we were all pretty much squared away with our gear, packs by the the time it got dark last night....lol- -Catrina and Christina and I picked blueberries for on top of everyones' cereal this morning.... -assembling rifles, loading the range gear...-headed out to the range for a bit- -Kirk and Terry hiking out to the lake, and a spur -of -the moment mystery guest hike out to the lake late morning...Norm and Two fly out with the boat motor, fishing gear and gas in the floats at 3:00pm(dep. on weather of course- things can change quickly-) -the girls and I are heading up either into the bowl of Mt Alice, or up Bear Mtn for a 9 or 10 hr excurision today....-going to meet up with the guys out at the lake in 2 days -we hopefully will have at least a bear down before then....maybe will surprise the guys.... -I fill the clouds will lift early afternoon....-don't pay attention too much to the weather reports..... -us girls will update here, tonight- -so awsome that everyone is finally here..... -kathleen It is so awesome these folks are getting to experience this. It really makes me smile. I pray everyone stays safe and continues to have a great time. Say hi to Terry and the Kids from me and Mary. It would have been great to be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 Mystery guest, hmmm. Now I would not be at liberty to take a guess at who that might be now would I.:D Seems someone knows the answer to a secret .. spill the beans Mr ... :hammer1: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 Seems someone knows the answer to a secret .. spill the beans Mr ... :hammer1: LMBO.:D:D I may be wrong Luke, could be more than just the one I know about. Little birdy did tell me of one person who made the trip who was a surprise though. Sorry bud, gonna have to wait for Kathleen to say who, sworn to secrecy.:taped: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 I'm interested in who that mystery guest is too. I am hoping and praying that "everyone" has a safe, memorable and successful trip. I can't wait to see some pictures too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 Sorry bud, gonna have to wait for Kathleen to say who, sworn to secrecy.:taped: OK, then I'll just have to wait like the others .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun_300 Posted August 19, 2009 Report Share Posted August 19, 2009 Glad everyone made it safely! Best of luck on the hunt! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 What is the name of this lake you guys are going to, and which side of the lake will you all be hunting on ? I'd like to know where you are at and look it up on google earth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 I'm assuming this is the lake Click on photo to view: [ATTACH]3975[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]3976[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]3977[/ATTACH] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 What is the name of this lake you guys are going to, and which side of the lake will you all be hunting on ? I'd like to know where you are at and look it up on google earth. They are at Crescent Lake Steve. Now I know you're there! Glad you enjoyed the train. My wife and I did too! The girls really enjoyed the caribou sausage you suggested too Leo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 well..... c'mon. where's the updates? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leo Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 The girls really enjoyed the caribou sausage you suggested too Leo. Oh Yeah! That's stuff is great! Glad they liked it. I'm glad they were serving it on the train when they went. After about 15 minutes on that train you really really start to feel like you are in Alaska. It's very humbling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 OK, this is Crescent Lake Click on pics to enlarge: [ATTACH]3984[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]3985[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]3987[/ATTACH] This is one of the trail into Crescent Lake that they may be hiking. Great pictures Link: http://neilmoomey.com/trips/2005_Crescent_Lake/ This may even be the Forestry cabin they are staying at, although there are a few along the lake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texastrophies Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Steve, if you check the very first page of this thread, there are a few pics and then Kathleen posted a little info about it a couple of post below the pics. She said the cabin I posted was not the one they would be staying in, so the one you posted might be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buckee Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Here are a few pics I pulled up off of Google earth. The first one is the Crescent Lake area. This is the Crescent Saddle Cabin. (Not sure if this is the one Kathleen is refering to or not.) The next two are the scenery at and around Crescent Lake. Yeah, it sure is beautiful and wild looking country Jeff. I forgot about these pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Andrus Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 awesome pics!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhunt Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 well..... c'mon. where's the updates? Don't know if Kathleen will post an update tonight or not, but they should be getting back soon Steve. Assuming it is still light out in Alaska right now. My daughter called waking me up about an hour ago, they were about to head back in. Norm and Mike did get flown in to Crescent Lake on the float plane today. Everyone should be out hunting tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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