Alaska is home to black bears, brown bears and polar bears, greatly increasing your chances of crossing paths with a bear. Whether you plan to hike through or pitch a tent, make sure you practice safety in bear country Hiking Hike in groups and make noise by talking or singing loudly. Noise allows bears to know you are in the area, avoiding the bear becoming startled. If you … [Read more...]
Life Jacket Safety
Alaska has more coastline than all other U.S. states combined, with over 365,000 miles of rivers and 33,904 miles of coastline, boating is a popular activity. With boating comes the discussion of life jacket safety, for both adults and children. Lead By Example Whether you are kayaking a river through Alaska, deep sea fishing the coast or even fishing a local lake, it is … [Read more...]
Recreational Vehicle Insurance
Owning a recreational vehicle can be a rewarding experience and affords families the opportunity to travel together. RV is a popular means of travel for Alaskans and tourists to Alaska, especially in Summer months. Recreational vehicle insurance is something new owners should consider first when deciding to purchase a RV. These vehicles have various designs requiring special … [Read more...]
Biking Is Risky Business
Car and truck drivers often tend not to see motorcyclists, and bicycle riders get even less notice. Massive education and awareness efforts are designed to tune people into the fact that two-wheeled and four-wheeled vehicles share the road. Even with these efforts, biking is a risky business - especially in Alaska. Alaska = unique risks associated with bicycling; different from other … [Read more...]
Use Care While Driving On Chena Hot Springs Road
Chena Hot Springs Road is the epitome of a “scenic route” and a popular tourist attraction year-round. It extends approximately 55 miles outside of Fairbanks, Alaska. After more than 25 years helping injured Alaskans and tourists, Merdes Law Office has learned a few things. These are some helpful reminders that we hope will make driving this route more enjoyable and as safe as … [Read more...]
Alaska Tourist Injuries
Alaska is a popular tourist destination, with breathtaking landscapes and endless outdoor attractions. During the 2014-2015 tourism season alone, Alaska hosted over 2 million visitors. However, Alaska’s rustic terrain is not without its dangers. Hiking, mountain climbing, biking, rafting, the use of all-terrain vehicles, small plane excursions, and a multitude of other outdoor activities … [Read more...]
