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The University of Alaska Fairbanks just secured a $300,000 grant to transform the iconic Bus 142—Christopher McCandless’s final vehicle from “Into the Wild”—into a free, 24/7 outdoor exhibit. After years of conservation work, including window repairs and weatherproofing following its dramatic helicopter rescue, the bus is ready for public display, possibly with a pavilion and guided tours. The project, set for a soft opening next summer and full launch by 2028, still needs $100,000 for security like lighting and cameras to deter vandalism and wildlife. The bus, with a history as a military, school, and city bus before being abandoned in 1961, now sits in storage while the museum’s current McCandless exhibit showcases his personal items. The display sparks debate: is McCandless a hero or cautionary tale?

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