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The Prospector: VALDEZ PROSPECTOR OUTFITTERS

The prospector is simply a great shop and maybe the only one in Valdez with a with selection and reliable prices. A solid performer, the store is the retail leader in Valdez and is a destination for both residents and visitors alike. The Prospector provides quality clothing and gear for visitors who wish to enjoy the changeable Alaskan weather. They usually make deals for example the third pair of socks / gloves are free, etc. If you need outdoor equipment you'll probably find that as well.

What to buy: Accessories, Backpacks, Luggage & Dry Bags, Binoculars & Spotting Scopes, Bug Repellant, Traps, Clothing, Cookware & Food, Flashlights, Lamps, Lanterns, GPS, Radios, Knives, Sharpeners, Saws & Axe, Sleeping Bags, Pads & Tents, Stoves, Lanterns & Smokers, Sunglasses & Goggles, Men's - Women's and Kid's Clothing as well as footwear.

Address: 141 Galena Street, Valdez, AK, USA.

Directions: From the visitor centre go towards the Bear Paw RV Park or follow the signs. Or you can even ask for a map and directions in the Visitor Centre.

Phone: (907) 835-3858

Theme: Sporting Goods

Website: http://www.prospectoroutfitters.com/

Bear Paw gift shop: Gift shop in Valdez

The gift shop belongs to the RV Park itself. I have no special recommendations or ideas what could be so special in this shop.

It's general gift shop with a wide selection (the shop is bigger than it seems from outside). I got everything that i wanted to and the lady was also very kind and helpful. She noticed I was the first Hungarian in her shop hahaa!:)

Theme: Gifts

Website: http://www.bearpawrvpark.com/

Gift shop: Gift shop with a view

What makes it so special? The view hehe! I generally avoid gift shops and crowded places like that but actually it was just a small wooden house. There's nothing special inside beside postcards, small gifts and snack but the view from this place was just spectacular! Located on the Glenn highway. If you are visiting the Matanuska Glacier you cannot miss this small cute shop:)

What to buy: Local Crafts.

Theme: Gifts