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Caren Z. – Asheville, NC

August 18, 2017

“What a wonderful experience we had this past summer with Traverse Alaska. We wanted to customize our time while in Denali and heard about them from a friend who had given them a great recommendation. Our experience was fantastic. From the moment we contacted the company and spoke to Joe, he was friendly and responsive in helping us plan all the aspects of what we wanted to do in Denali. We were traveling with our three children and he was able to help us figure out how to plan our days so we could get the most out of our time there and accomplish what we wanted. He paired us with a wonderful guide, Margi, who was a warm, friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic person. She took us on an all day hike, and even though the weather was not ideal (rain and cold), we all had a great time, including the kids. She clearly knew how to engage each of them based on their ages and personalities and make the entire day fun, educational and a day none of us will ever forget. She taught us so much about hiking in the area, that we felt confident to go alone into the park the next day and navigate our own hike, off trail. I can’t say enough good things about this company and how much they enhanced our trip to Alaska. Because of their knowledge and expertise, they saved us countless hours of planning, and we certainly couldn’t have learned or experienced what we did without them. We will definitely use them again if we go back and in the meantime, give their name to anyone we know who is traveling in Alaska.”

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Traverse Alaska Philosophy

We are dedicated to providing experiences that build meaningful connections with Alaska. Our team works diligently to immerse clients in educational exploration. Each and every adventure is personalized to challenge clients while discovering the last frontier at their own unique pace.

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We’ve recruited Luc Mehl and the Swiftwater Safe We’ve recruited Luc Mehl and the Swiftwater Safety Institute for our 5th annual Packraft-specific certified Swift Water Rescue Training for our staff in Denali.
We have 1 spot left for the course this weekend! 

The certified training course is scheduled for May 27, 28, 29 (all day) in Denali. 
#cultureofsafety #thisispackrafting #swiftwatersafety
We are dedicated to supporting organizations that We are dedicated to supporting organizations that keep Alaska wild.
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We recently submitted donations to a few of our non-profit partners that are doing valuable work for Alaska lands, wildlife, and people.
Follow these organizations to stay connected on important Alaska issues:
@keepalaskawild
@thenortherncenter
@alaskatrails 
@greatlandtrust
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We are so fortunate to have a wonderful team of pr We are so fortunate to have a wonderful team of professional, local guides. We’d like you to meet our team. We’ll kick it off with Justin La Vigne, who has been a guide with Traverse Alaska since 2021. @patricejustin 
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Where are you from? 
I was born in Fort Hood Texas, but grew up in northern New Jersey.  I went to college in Pennsylvania and graduate school in Arizona.  I have lived in 14 different states.  I have lived in 4 camper vans/subarus for about 10 years. 

How long have you been in Alaska? 
I came here in 2003 for my graduate research and worked in Kantishna.  Then back in 2006 to work in the cruise industry.  Then here in 2018 and 2019 working for Leave No Trace with the Zero Landfill Initiative.  Bought our cabin in 2019 and have lived here full time since. 

What do you love about guiding? 
I love introducing the guests to the wonders of Alaska.  I love meeting new people.  I love showing off my home.  Being outside and immersed in nature. 

What are you most passionate about sharing when it comes to Alaska?
Denali and climbing, the history of the NP, life in the winter, animals.

What type of trips are you looking forward to guiding this summer? 
I love all the various trips we offer.  Every day is something new with new people.
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#traversealaskaguides
Appreciation post: We want to recognize Joe for hi Appreciation post: We want to recognize Joe for his hard work and dedication to the Iditarod Sled Dog Race for the 5th year in a row. He operates all the checkpoint logistics for the race. 
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The Iditarod is a 1,000-mile sled dog race across Alaska, with 22 checkpoints traveling through extremely remote areas of the state. The logistics consistently present challenges, however he handles each obstacle in a calm, laid-back demeanor. 
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Needless to say, we are fortunate to have Joe’s expertise and dedication on the Traverse Alaska team!
(Swipe for videos/photos from the Iditarod trail…)
#workwiththosewhoinspireyou
We’re getting pumped for our summer season, and We’re getting pumped for our summer season, and going on day hikes with views like this. 😍
Are you excited for hiking season?
#traversealaska #privatepersonalcustom
Denali received another recent dumping of snow thi Denali received another recent dumping of snow this week. There’s a really good chance we will be able to get in great sliding on the snow, during our hikes in the early season!
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This photo is from June a couple years ago, on a Private, Custom full-day hike. We had a blast hiking in the tundra, we were lucky not to see any other humans, and the main attraction—that big mountain in the background—Denali. 
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Second photo from this morning. 
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