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.
HOST:Â Charles Wohlforth
GUESTS:Â
- 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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