Guss,

Some things to keep in mind...While not a resident you can hunt with nonresident tags. While a nonresident you will need a licensed guide to huntgoats, sheep, grizzly/brown bears. That being said, consider that the best hunting in Alaska in NOT on the road system. You need to fly or boat to the best places. Flying is the best way to gain access good areas, but it is also EXPENSIVE to hunt that way. It iseasyto drop $1500-$2000 for the necessary flyingon a caribouor moose hunt by the timeallof the meat is flown out. The more remote the area, the higher the costs. I know several who have moved to Alaska for the hunting and fishing. Most fishing is readily accessable. Some will hunt the walk-in areas where no motorized traffic is allowed. Even then, with 20-30 mile one-way hikes, they often have other hunters close by. Alaska is a huge state and many of the vast areas do not have huntable populations of game. Still Alaska is IMO the best place to hunt if you enjoy a true wilderness experience.

Also, good jobs are hard to find. I'd suggest having something lined up for both of you before moving. Your girl friend should be able to find a job with a nursing degree. Have either of you visited Alaska? If not, I strongly recommend a trip to see what it is actually like. You can listen to others, but you need to be there yourself to see if it may work for you. Go in the winter and spend a week or two, if you can handle that, the rest of the year will easy. Good luck in whatever you decide to do.