Monday, June 29, 2009

First leg of the Alaska Marine Highway


We took our first trip on the Alaska ferry system, from Haines to Juneau. The total time on the water was about 4 1/2 hours, and we had good weather with a little rain all the way. Saw a pod of whales and some porpoise off in the distance, as well as a few pelagic birds (Sooty Shearwater and Black-legged Kittiwake) but mostly enjoyed the view of the passing scenery. We sat outside in the solarium for a while, and then moved inside when it started to rain and played some cribbage.

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