4-Wheeling in the Mountains in Alaska

I came across this pic while looking for something completely different. I was visiting my son who was stationed in Anchorage back in '05. We just finished 4-wheeling in the mountains. I remember our guide carrying a loaded rifle to shoot any bears we might stumble upon. Or should I say, any bears who might eat us. We actually did come across some fresh bear tracks that crossed over the riding path.

If you look at the amount of mud on our jeans you can tell the different degrees of riding fun. Good times.