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<DIV>Our Canada Trip is just <STRONG>2<U> WEEKS</U></STRONG>
away! It's time to think about what you will use to pack in for this
trip. </DIV>
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<DIV><STRONG>Suitcase size:</STRONG> We will be carrying our luggage onto
the plane. There is a $25 per bag fee to check bags at the airport each
way, so we are encouraging kids to pack light in a suitcase that can fit in the
overhead compartment of the plane. If your child has oversized luggage
that isn't going to fit on the plane then they may send their luggage on the
instrument truck that will be departing Wed evening for Victoria. If they
do this, they will still need an overnight bag with everything they will need
until we meet that instrument truck in Canada Friday night. </DIV>
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<DIV>Remember NO DRESS BLACKS on this trip. That should help tremendously
with packing.</DIV>
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<DIV>When packing, remember to check the list sent home in the forms packet of
items to bring. Weather could be rainy or chilly so pack
accordingly. In 2008, we actually had some hot weather there. You
never know. Also, if your child is prone to motion sickness on the boat or
bus, you may want to think about those pressure wrist bands for sea-sickness, or
some mints/lemon drops to suck on during the rides. The ferry passage can
get a little choppy depending on the weather. We will be taking a total of
3 ferry boat rides each about 1.5 hrs during this trip. </DIV>
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<DIV>Remember: All liquids must be less than 3.4 oz to be carried onto an
airplane, and must all fit in one quart sized zip lock baggie. This
includes anything sent for dinner from home. When planning the bag dinner,
don't include soft foods such as yogurt or applesauce or they are subject to the
baggie rule. Drinks and water bottles may be purchased on the other side
of security before boarding the plane. </DIV>
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<DIV>Below is the specific baggage information from the Alaska Airlines
website. </DIV>
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<H2>Carry-On Baggage</H2>
<P>The following baggage rules apply only when traveling on flights operated by
Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air. If your itinerary includes travel on another
airline, please check that airline's Web site for their specific baggage
rules.</P>
<P>You're allowed one carry-on bag, which can measure up to 10" H x 17" W x 24"
L (25 x 43 x 61 cm) including wheels and handles, plus one personal item, such
as a purse, briefcase or laptop computer. At least one of the items should be
stowed under the seat in front of you.</P>
<P>Every effort will be made to accommodate your carry-on in the passenger
cabin. Acceptance of carry-on baggage is subject to space availability on the
aircraft at the time you board. In the event adequate space is not available,
your carry-on bag may be checked for no charge to baggage claim at your final
destination. </P>
<P>Items exceeding the free carry-on allowance will be charged $25 per piece and
tagged for delivery to baggage claim at your destination.</P>
<P><STRONG>Liquids, Gels, or Aerosols</STRONG> <SPAN class=minitext>(3.4 oz.
(100ml) or Less <A class=minilink href="http://www.tsa.gov/311/"><FONT
color=#9a6220>packed per TSA
regulations</FONT></A>)</SPAN></P></DIV></FONT></BODY></HTML>