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Dry Winter Destinations: 14 Backcountry Strips to Visit in the Southwest US

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02.12.2026 - Initial Build
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A regional guide with ideas for winter camping destinations in California, Nevada, New Mexico, and Arizona.
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Guide to Flying to Alaska

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02.26.2019 - Added Trench airstrips 02.24.2019 - Added re-written "legs" portion 01.31.2019 - Additional formatting and photos 01.18.2018 - Initial markdown
For many in the Lower 48, the voyage to Alaska is the ultimate adventure. Our guide can help get you on the right path to being prepared for the journey.
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Crossing Colorado's Continental Divide

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Initial entry 8.13.2018
Negotiating the high-altitude passes of the Rocky Mountains, or Continental Divide of the Lower 48 states can prove challenging for any mountain pilot.
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Airport and airstrip effort by state/province

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Northern Nevada / High Sierra

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The unique semi-arid region of Northern Nevada with its more relaxed land use regulation provides a great playground for off-airport fun.
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Regional index of flying destinations

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Scandinavia

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Europe

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Africa

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Australia and New Zealand

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South America

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Mexico and Central America

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Canada

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USA Alaska

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USA Lower 48

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