The Great Alaskan-Yukon Loop (GAYL)
By Rocky Thompson on November 23rd, 2009
Andrew Skurka, whose previous accomplishments include a 6,875 mile trip around the American West and a 7,778 mile jaunt across the continent, will be attempting a loop through Alaska and the Yukon Territories beginning next year. Besides the sheer distance (4,500 miles), the route is almost entirely off-trail and so remote that Skurka will only cross about 10 roads while on his trek. He’ll employ skis and a pack raft, but mostly he’ll be walking. Sounds like a great way to get in shape! He’s trying to come up with a better name for his trip and seeks your opinion on his blog. Before he leaves, Skurka also has to figure out a couple things, like how to pay for the trip and how to carry enough food.
