--- product_id: 128368693 title: "Gates of the Arctic National Park: Twelve Years of Wilderness Exploration" price: "62838CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/128368693-gates-of-the-arctic-national-park-twelve-years-of-wilderness store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Gates of the Arctic National Park: Twelve Years of Wilderness Exploration **Price:** 62838CFA **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Gates of the Arctic National Park: Twelve Years of Wilderness Exploration - **How much does it cost?** 62838CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/128368693-gates-of-the-arctic-national-park-twelve-years-of-wilderness) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Joe Wilkins has now accumulated more than half a century of experience in the wilds of northern Alaska since receiving training in arctic wilderness survival in 1966. During the 1970s he began hiking, backpacking and camping in the region which, in 1980, was officially designated Gates of the Arctic National Park. A complex land of breathtaking contrasts, this frontier is exceptional in no other region in North America does it get colder, darker, or wilder. Its remote beauty and extensive human history imbue the land with an elemental and visceral sense of inspiration for those who visit. Gates of the Arctic National Park: Twelve Years of Wilderness Exploration provides thorough, accurate and detailed information about Gates of the Arctic National Park along with a collection of Wilkins' own personal photographs. Wilkins has created a definitive, perennial book about one of the country's most enchanting national parks that will stand the test of time. Review: This book is a treasure! - Move over Ansel Adams, you have competition from Joe Wilkins with his book Gates of the Artic National Park. Joe’s photographs of Alaska are breathtaking; in fact, one could spend a pleasurable day doing nothing more than viewing all of the beautiful photos in the book. Once one reads about Joe’s adventures however, the reasons why the photos are so breathtaking become clear. Joe loves Alaska. The photographs reflect his understanding, respect and love for the pristine wilderness of the Gates of the Artic National Park. He didn’t size up scenes only with his eyes; he sized them up with his heart. To look only at the pictures however, would be to miss a trek with Joe through Gates of the Artic National Park! Even though I was comfortably ensconced in my recliner as I read this book, I felt as if I were walking right alongside Joe as he described all the wonders of the wilderness. I could hear his professorial voice as he pointed out boulders that were deposited by glaciers during the ice age. I could experience his delight as he discovered some delicate flowers hidden under a bush. I could hear his amazingly calm, analytical voice as he sized up a charging grizzly bear to figure out whether he was going to be the bear’s dinner or not. I’m sure he didn’t tell his wife, Jean about that episode until he got home! Give yourself a gift and buy this book. When it arrives, block out a good portion of the day to visit Alaska with Joe. While you are at it, buy two books and give one as a gift to someone you love. This book is a treasure! Review: beautiful and harsh reaches of the Park - In his newly released book, Gates of the Arctic National Park: Twelve Years of Wilderness Exploration, Joe Wilkins takes readers on a real adventure without leaving the comfort of the chair in which they’ve chosen to “walk” through this experience. Through 1) stories recounting hiking and exploring experiences and some scary moments, 2) photographs presenting a wide range of majestic, beautiful and harsh reaches of the Park, and 3) detail on what a real life adventurer needs by way of skill, equipment and bravado to make these wilderness sojourns and come back alive, Wilkins keeps the reader engaged from beginning to end. He artfully feeds the interest of readers simply wanting to learn more about the Park and the Alaskan wilderness and of those readers wanting themselves to learn more about the challenges and requirements for suiting up and heading for the mountains. Wilkins sums up my experience as a reader well when he reflects on a jaunt into the wilderness with one of his many adventurer colleagues, Fr. Peter Harmon: “My goal for our trip was to share with him an authentic adventure in the artic wilderness, not just give him a tourist’s peripheral exposure to a ‘pretty area.’ I think we succeeded.” I too think he succeeded and highly recommend this many faceted guide to the Gates of the Arctic National Park. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,711,481 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #205 in Artic Polar Region Travel Guides #385 in Arctic & Antarctica History #2,744 in Travel Photography (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.9 out of 5 stars 40 Reviews | ## Images ![Gates of the Arctic National Park: Twelve Years of Wilderness Exploration - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91lHTki6leL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This book is a treasure! *by M***S on February 26, 2018* Move over Ansel Adams, you have competition from Joe Wilkins with his book Gates of the Artic National Park. Joe’s photographs of Alaska are breathtaking; in fact, one could spend a pleasurable day doing nothing more than viewing all of the beautiful photos in the book. Once one reads about Joe’s adventures however, the reasons why the photos are so breathtaking become clear. Joe loves Alaska. The photographs reflect his understanding, respect and love for the pristine wilderness of the Gates of the Artic National Park. He didn’t size up scenes only with his eyes; he sized them up with his heart. To look only at the pictures however, would be to miss a trek with Joe through Gates of the Artic National Park! Even though I was comfortably ensconced in my recliner as I read this book, I felt as if I were walking right alongside Joe as he described all the wonders of the wilderness. I could hear his professorial voice as he pointed out boulders that were deposited by glaciers during the ice age. I could experience his delight as he discovered some delicate flowers hidden under a bush. I could hear his amazingly calm, analytical voice as he sized up a charging grizzly bear to figure out whether he was going to be the bear’s dinner or not. I’m sure he didn’t tell his wife, Jean about that episode until he got home! Give yourself a gift and buy this book. When it arrives, block out a good portion of the day to visit Alaska with Joe. While you are at it, buy two books and give one as a gift to someone you love. This book is a treasure! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ beautiful and harsh reaches of the Park *by M***S on February 8, 2018* In his newly released book, Gates of the Arctic National Park: Twelve Years of Wilderness Exploration, Joe Wilkins takes readers on a real adventure without leaving the comfort of the chair in which they’ve chosen to “walk” through this experience. Through 1) stories recounting hiking and exploring experiences and some scary moments, 2) photographs presenting a wide range of majestic, beautiful and harsh reaches of the Park, and 3) detail on what a real life adventurer needs by way of skill, equipment and bravado to make these wilderness sojourns and come back alive, Wilkins keeps the reader engaged from beginning to end. He artfully feeds the interest of readers simply wanting to learn more about the Park and the Alaskan wilderness and of those readers wanting themselves to learn more about the challenges and requirements for suiting up and heading for the mountains. Wilkins sums up my experience as a reader well when he reflects on a jaunt into the wilderness with one of his many adventurer colleagues, Fr. Peter Harmon: “My goal for our trip was to share with him an authentic adventure in the artic wilderness, not just give him a tourist’s peripheral exposure to a ‘pretty area.’ I think we succeeded.” I too think he succeeded and highly recommend this many faceted guide to the Gates of the Arctic National Park. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This book describes Alaska, which most of us will never see *by G***L on February 8, 2018* Gates of the Arctic National Park: Twelve Years of Wilderness Exploration is a classic and the first book ever written about the second largest national Park The foreword by Taylor Pensoneau presents a brief biography of the author, Joe Wilkins, and how he considered it fortunate that his isolated upbringing in Southern Illinois permitted development of mental and physical capacity important for survival later in life. This is how he was prepared for this challenging experience. A powerful statement. Joe well describes the harsh realities of the region and the complexities of the environment including the unpredictable weather and encounters with diverse wildlife. The spectacular photography and accompanying narratives allow one to feel a part of the experience. How fortunate we are to relax in a warm home environment and be able to vividly experience the trials and rewards of the author’s 12 years of wilderness exploration. Although Alaska is number one on my bucket list, I will be satisfied visiting other parts of the state since I have experienced the Arctic National Park-thanks to Joe Wilkins. I have currently purchased 11 copies of the book to share with relatives and friends and will purchase more in the future. ## Frequently Bought Together - Gates of the Arctic National Park: Twelve Years of Wilderness Exploration - Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve Map (National Geographic Trails Illustrated Map, 257) - Hiking Alaska's Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve: From Day Hikes To Backcountry Treks (Regional Hiking Series) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/128368693-gates-of-the-arctic-national-park-twelve-years-of-wilderness](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/128368693-gates-of-the-arctic-national-park-twelve-years-of-wilderness) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-09-14*