I live 1.5 hrs south of FWA. Stationed at Ft Greely. Fairbanks has everything you need (wally world and all the other crap that keeps the wife happy
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Cold weather clothing is had much cheaper at thrift shops up here; the tourists buy it and can't take it back with them due to weight/baggage restrictions. Bring all the ammo you can, its a bit pricey here. If you can afford a utility trailer down there and can bring it up, you'll be able to sell it here for more than you paid for it. Also, bring an ATV if you can, they cost a bit more up here. If you can afford it get an auto-start installed on your vehicle too. Feel free to email me with questions, been here just over 3 years. Or head over to the hometown forum.
BTW fashion/style wise, AK is stuck in the 80's. jeans and a tshirt are acceptable dress for nice dinners