Alaska Range

Would you be able to cut your own arm off with a dull knife to survive? Aron Ralston, an accomplished mountaineer, discovered that he had what it took to complete this gruesome task. Ralston decided to take a simple day trip to Blue John Canyon, Utah for some canyoneering in 2003. Unfortunately, the trip took a turn for the worst after an 800 pound boulder fell onto his right forearm, crushing and trapping him in the confined space. This trip was supposed to be a leisurely break from his usual…

In Krakauer’s widely known novel, Into The Wild, Krakauer explains a story about how a man named Chris went to Alaska and died of starvation. Chris was born into a rich family and graduated from a prodigious university. However, he was not complacent with his life and wanted to avoid family trauma. He then ran away from his problems and decided to leave for Alaska. Since he was an ascetic and fervently believed that he belonged in the wild, he immediately left his home and abandoned his…

others could not believe someone could act so impulsive. Some even believed, “‘Krakauer is a kook if he doesn’t think Chris ‘Alexander Supertramp’ McCandless was a kook,’ […] ‘McCandless had already gone over the edge and just happened to hit bottom in Alaska.’” (71). Throughout chapter 8, Krakauer demonstrates that McCandless is hardly the only individual who had…

“Ride Your F#%king Bike – The Movie. Powered by Chainsaw.” Directed by Ryan Marcus. Featuring Fox athletes Josh Bryceland, Josh Lewis, Kirt Voreis and other Fox teammates, the movie documents three weeks on the road with a wild crew up for anything. Filming kicked off at Fox Headquarters in Irvine, California and continued north through Oregon and Washington before crossing the Canadian border and reaching Vancouver Island. The movie is dedicated to Steve Smith, aka Chainsaw, a World Cup…

My project is about the Ernest Shackleton expedition. My thesis is: In 1914, the Ernest Shackleton expedition set out to be the first to cross the Antarctic continent. Shackleton encountered many challenges. Although the expedition never reached their goal, they set an example for future generations that with perseverance and the human will to survive, anything is possible. The idea came from my interest in the outdoors. This story of survival caught my attention. This topic relates to the…

Chris McCandless was a brave person who traveled into the wild with no money and not a lot of supplies. Some people think he was stupid but I think he is a brave person. Life chose that path for him and he enjoyed traveling the country and continent of North America. The wilderness eventually caught up with him though. People wonder how he could have survived or had better chances to survive. I think he could have survived with a person by his side the whole time. He touched a lot of…

Please accept this memorandum and the attached documents and information as the response to the allegation of the complaint in the above referenced case. The Department denies Mr. Caesar Casquejo was discriminated against on the basis of his race and national origin in violation of AS 18.80.220 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. The Department further denies retaliating against Mr. Casquejo for filing complaints. Background: Caesar Casquejo was hired as a Maintenance Specialist –…

What is the longest time you have ever been left at home alone? Matt was left alone for seven weeks in the Maine wilderness at age 12. No friends. No family. No companionship whatsoever. Matt’s father showed wisdom in leaving him alone in the wilderness at age 12 for 3 reasons: the cabin needed to be protected, Matt demonstrated manly character, and Matt developed a friendly relationship with the Indians. The first reason Matt’s father should have left him alone in the wilderness at age 12 is…

In the book Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer the main character Christopher McCandless loved his life. Chris was an extremely intelligent young man who excelled in almost everything he did. Chris got the idea to live in the woods from Henry David Thoreau after reading book walden. Chris was also a giant fan of Henry David Thoreau because he felt a connection to him. He felt a connection because they both were very intelligent and they both wanted to escape society. Chris starts off as a young man…

individuals from, our life styles, attitudes, and community. Living in Alaska is an advantage to me because there is so much to do here. Alaskans are exposed to many experiences, adventures and opportunities that some of the lower 48 doesn’t have. I’ve lived in Anchorage, Alaska my whole life with my mom, dad, sister, dog (Jake), and for the past three years, my step-dad and his three kids. Both my mom, dad, and step-dad were born in Alaska, grew up in the lower 48, and then moved back when they…