Hello from Alaska!

[bigben]

Originally Posted by bigben

that is an issue. If you're found in possession even a with ccw permit, it is an issue. Probably more for active service than us old peeps. Imo if you're staying on base it is worth the hassle. As i said, just my opinion

[dlbeck27]

Originally Posted by Air_Force_dude

Great advice thanks. My only complaint is I have to check my weapons into Security Forces armory. That my deter me from staying on base.

Pick a base then check it's policies. Not all bases require you to check them in. This year we stayed at three bases.

JBLM, Seattle. No questions asked. The small PX at the Fam Camp sold pistols and rifles and had more than a dozen on display.

Camp San Luis Obispo, CA required you to register them. Did not have to turn them in.

Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, CA did not ask. Their policy requires you to register them if you are staying more than 72 hours.

I would be more concerned with the laws of the states I am travelling through. You could be transporting an illegal 'assault weapon' and not even know it.

You may have already taken care of it, but you definitely will have issues with Canada.

[Air_Force_dude]

Originally Posted by bigben

That is an issue. If you're found in possession even a with CCW permit, it is an issue. Probably more for active service than us old peeps. IMO if you're staying on base it is worth the hassle. As I said, just my opinion

Yep I am active duty so subject to the UCMJ. Lol I don’t mess around when it comes to that.

[Air_Force_dude]

Originally Posted by dlbeck27

Pick a base then check it's policies. Not all bases require you to check them in. This year we stayed at three bases.

JBLM, Seattle. No questions asked. The small PX at the Fam Camp sold pistols and rifles and had more than a dozen on display.

Camp San Luis Obispo, CA required you to register them. Did not have to turn them in.

Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, CA did not ask. Their policy requires you to register them if you are staying more than 72 hours.

I would be more concerned with the laws of the states I am travelling through. You could be transporting an illegal 'assault weapon' and not even know it.

You may have already taken care of it, but you definitely will have issues with Canada.

Good to know about CA bases as we’re heading to the SD area. Regarding Canada yeah I had to fill out the paperwork when I was traveling to AK. All covered there.

[Bowhunter]

Have a safe trip from Alaska. I am from Georgia, my daughter just arrived in Alaska to serve her 4yrs in the Air Force. We are visiting hopefully in Dec.
Be safe and God Bless.

[Air_Force_dude]

Awesome! Elmondorf I’m assuming is the base she’s at? Thank you, sir and bless your family as well. - Shane

[akmedia]

I am also in Alaska and am driving my 2016 Hurricane out to the west coast in late September. I wanted to point out if you didn't already know it that British Columbia has a law that requires all vehicles to be equipped with snow tires and/or chains if driving anywhere in the northern tier of the province after October 1. You can find more details with maps at: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/t...hain-up-routes.

[steve76]

I spent some time at Elmendorf back in 1966. Safe travels.

[dmeyer6608]

Hope you have better luck with yours than I did mine. Had mine a year and it’s been in the shop on and off for a total of about 3 months. Everything from my awning coming loose and falling down while I was driving to my door to the bedroom coming off because the screws holding the hardware on were too short. Other problems too numerous to mention. Their customer service was non existant

[Ingerosa]

Are these cg for anyone who served (Navy Corpsman 69-73) or is it just for active and retired?

[Bschue10]

Congrats, Take your time, and have fun. Been to FB to visit an AF friend and thanks for serving.

[AK808]

Originally Posted by Air_Force_dude

Thank you everyone for the very warm welcome. Yes I will keep everyone abreast of our trip w/pictures.

This was taken in Healy, AK the first night I picked it up in Anchorage and drove 8 hrs all night back to Fairbanks. AK truck drivers at night are intense.

Nice rig,I have the same setup. 2017 30fe,I pull a Ford Escape on roadmaster tow dolly..,have fun on your travels..retired army

[AK808]

Nice pic, I have similar set up. I have 2017 Thor 30fe and I pull Ford Escape on a roadmaster tow dolly.

[wayneg51]

Welcome--sounds like a great trip, although as a born & raised NJ native who escaped to FL years ago, I wonder about your choice of final destination... Lol

[Air_Force_dude]

Originally Posted by wayneg51

Welcome--sounds like a great trip, although as a born & raised NJ native who escaped to FL years ago, I wonder about your choice of final destination... Lol

Not by choice the AF is sending me there. I’ve got over 18yrs in so I can drop papers in a year and some change. We’ll make the best of it like every assignment. Status update: Almost to FL to visit folks. So far I’ve only had issues with my tow dolly. Not too bad though.