Monday, February 9, 2009

21st century covered wagon

My latest project has been modifying a 4 wheeler trailer (commonly refered to as a meat trailer here in Alaska) into a piece of equipment I can get convenience and practicality out of. This wagon will be used primarily for 7-10 day hunts in the Alaska wild. The Alaska wilderness offers recreation and beautiful scenery, but no amenities. When I'm 20-30 miles from the nearest road, it will be nice to have some creature comforts. This wagon will allow me to bring many conveniences and mandatory gear to have a comfortable time. It will also, hopefully, aid in bringing back a moose or two. Cut up of course.





It was a fun project to upgrade the wagon and if I ever want to sell, it will go quick. I tried to make it a top quality product and keep it as user friendly as possible. I can set up the stake sides and put on the waterproof cover in about three minutes. Knockdown time is a bit shorter. If I had to, I can sleep in it. The inside measurements are 4'x5'. Yes I would sleep lengthwise, before any of you toss in vertically challenged people jokes!

I look forward to posting the first trip with the wagon. A short camping trip will teach me things that will be valuable information for the true test of an Alaskan hunt. That trip I'm really looking forward to!