Annual Pilgrimage To McCandless Bus
Annually, adventurers are drawn to the wilds, chasing the echoes of Chris McCandless’ fabled odyssey to the storied bus. Yet, this pilgrimage isn’t without peril; the same dangers that once confronted Chris linger, ready to ensnare the unwary.
Locals, dubbing these seekers ‘pilgrims,’ often find themselves steering them from harm’s way. Despite stern warnings and the very real risks, these modern-day wanderers, inspired by McCandless’ tale, continue to trek to the bus, leaving behind heartfelt entries in journals, a testament to the enduring allure of a journey that refuses to fade into the Alaskan wilderness..