Traveling To Alaska

[dihappy]

Any travelers got any tips for me on taking my firearm out of state (Alaska)?

Heres what i was thinking: Ensure i get connecting flights in 2nd Amendment friendly states (i think theres a connection flight in Utah that would work).

I plan to land in Anchorage and drive about 4 hours to a fishing lodge where i will be staying for 3 days, then back to Anchorage for another 3 days.

[The Annoyed Man]

I believe that federal law protects your firearms possession when traveling through a state with your firearms as long as the destination state permits the firearms in question. That said, some states have (NJ specifically) have jailed people traveling with firearms that were illegal in that state because the traveler left the terminal to get an overnight hotel room nearby since they had an overnight layover. Prepare accordingly.

However, between Texas and Alaska, there is no state that would realistically confiscate your firearms or try to jail you—not even California—if you could prove that you were en route to Alaska, where the gun is most likely legal. Just don't stay overnight or change planes in Canada.

[dihappy]

Yeah, that arrest i read about is what concerned me.

There was a flight that connected in Chicago, i dont think i will be purchasing that ticket, i wouldnt want to be delayed enough to have to stay the night in that place.

[LittleGun]

I've taken several flights from Houston to Anchorage. I had no problems with connecting flghts through Seattle. Alaska is a gun friendly state and recognizes Texas CHL.

I carried everywhere I went, except to at the office, because I have to honor my employer's wishes.

[i8godzilla]

Yeah, that arrest i read about is what concerned me.

There was a flight that connected in Chicago, i dont think i will be purchasing that ticket, i wouldnt want to be delayed enough to have to stay the night in that place.

Your weapon will be in your checked baggage. Anytime I have had a delayed flight--even if forced to spend the night--I have never had access to my checked baggage. Take a spare change of clothes and some personal grooming items in your carry-on and leave the checked baggage with the airline.

[AlaskanAggie]

Have fun in AK! You shouldn't have any problems with your gun. Are you flying Alaska Airlines new Houston to Anchorage flight in the evening? It is one stop, but you don't have to get off the plane.

[karder]

I will be in Alaska myself in about two weeks. I am motorcycling from Texas to Prudhoe Bay via Fairbanks, then down to Anchorage and Seward. Unfortunately, since I will be riding across Canada, I will be an unarmed sheep. I will have my grayman knife, but that does not count. Since you are flying, I don't think you will have any problem. Heck, you can open carry up there from what I have been told. Have fun and if you see a tired Texan on a motorcycle, give me plenty of room as I'll be weaving by then!

[AlaskanInTexas]

I am fairly confident that Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport has more experience with handling firearms than any airport in the United States. You will need your firearms for the three days at the lodge (bears) and for the three days in Anchorage (transplanted California thugs). What lodge are you going to? I lived in Anchorage for 25 years and would be glad to answer any pre-trip questions you might have.

[G26ster]

I will be in Alaska myself in about two weeks. I am motorcycling from Texas to Prudhoe Bay via Fairbanks, then down to Anchorage and Seward. Unfortunately, since I will be riding across Canada, I will be an unarmed sheep. I will have my grayman knife, but that does not count. Since you are flying, I don't think you will have any problem. Heck, you can open carry up there from what I have been told. Have fun and if you see a tired Texan on a motorcycle, give me plenty of room as I'll be weaving by then!

You'll love the ride up and down Atigun Pass when you cross the Brooks Range!!! Especially, the return "down" side.

[Rex B]

Can you take a ferry and skip Canada?
Can you have a Washington FFL overnight the firearm to an FFL in Alaska, first stop?

[AlaskanInTexas]

Can you take a ferry and skip Canada?

Three days on a ferry doesn't sound that fun, plus you would be missing the beauties of the drive through Canada (as well as the bragging rights). If there is sufficient time, you might consider applying for a "Authorization to Transport Restricted Firearms and Prohibited Firearms." Here is a link to the form: http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/form ... 79-eng.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. From what I hear, it is a pain in the neck and might be denied, but can't hurt to ask.

[Bob Wolff]

Can't speak to firearms, but in Anchorage there was a bar called Chilcoot Charlie's whose motto was:
"We cheat the other guy and pass the savings on to you"

Could get that on everything from tsirt to underwear.

Don't forget your bug stuff (repellant and bug net hood and jacket

[Kythas]

Three days on a ferry doesn't sound that fun, plus you would be missing the beauties of the drive through Canada (as well as the bragging rights). If there is sufficient time, you might consider applying for a "Authorization to Transport Restricted Firearms and Prohibited Firearms." Here is a link to the form: http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/cfp-pcaf/form ... 79-eng.htm" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;. From what I hear, it is a pain in the neck and might be denied, but can't hurt to ask.

A prohibited firearm is:
- a handgun with a barrel length of 105 mm (4.1 inches) or
less;
- a handgun designed or adapted to discharge 25 or 32
calibre ammunition;
- a rifle or shotgun that has been altered to make it less than
660 mm (26 inches) in overall length;
- a rifle or shotgun that has been altered to make the barrel
length less than 457 mm (18 inches) where the overall
firearm length is 660 mm (26 inches) or more;
- an automatic firearm and a converted automatic firearm;
- any firearm prescribed as prohibited.

Wow. My Springfield XD-40 SC is a prohibited handgun in Canada? And you have to get permission from the RCMP to take your gun from your home to the range?

I'm glad I live in Texas.

[kjolly]

I would seriously consider taking a handgun of sufficient caliber to discourage a bear.

[AlaskanInTexas]

I would seriously consider taking a handgun of sufficient caliber to discourage a bear.

My parents live in a rural part of Alaska. My mom walks down a long driveway to get the paper every morning; a nice .357 magnum in hand. I suggested that for their safety, they upgrade to a .44 or .454 and send me the .357 as a present for being such a thoughtful, concerned son.

My advice is to carry a caliber large enough to dispatch yourself once the aggravated bear starts ripping your legs off.