In early-June, I'm flying into Anchorage, Alaska for three weeks of dayhikes, photography and fishing in the surrounding areas.

I'll take certain non-banned items in my carry-on bag: GPS, digital camera, handheld transceiver, PSK etc.

But what to do about my knives? Taking nothing exotic: Alox Farmer SAK, Leatherman Super Tool and a Bark River 4-in. fixed-blade. Past threads have talked about occasional problems with items "disappearing" from checked luggage. Fearing they might be an attractive temptation to someone inspecting my check-in bags, I'm reluctant to pack them. I'm considering, as has been suggested, mailing them to Alaska in advance, and back the same way.

Am I being too paranoid? Too cynical? Or just prudent?

Appreciate input or shared experiences.

Dan