Take a look at these cell phone coverage maps — note the big gaps in the American Redoubt. Bad news? Well, for some of us who want to “get lost” it isn’t! (Here at Rawles Ranch, it is a looong drive to the nearest cell phone signal.) If nothing else, these maps certainly tell you something about the low population density in the Redoubt and some other hinterboonies regions. Think of these regions as the last frontiers in the Lower 48.
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Panel says hunting could help manage grizzly bears. Hunting grizzlies could become legal in three Redoubt states.
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I heard that Mitchell Supply in Great Falls, Montana has expanded their inventory.
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White’s Boots (with their factory in Spokane, Washington), has expanded their product offerings to include Smartwool undergarments and a lot more. (Even coffee!) Now, don’t go too yuppie on us…