DENALI NATIONAL PARK

Drove up north to the park yesterday and joined a group of park employees for a paddle raft trip down the Nenana River. We had a blast as most of the rules governing our trip were ignored. The tourists in the oar rafts were quite amused by our antics; no doubt thinking we had lost our minds when we we all plunged into the river mid trip. If you are going to swim in 35 degree water, you better be wearing a dry suit. We sure got a lot of stares as we boarded the bus for the ride back to the start.

Headed on a three day backpack into the Denali backcountry. Weather seems to be cooperating so far, nice and sunny and cool. Hope to post some pics when I get back so stay tuned.............

Iceberg lake

Just got back Saturday from a weeklong trek to Iceberg lake in Wrangell St Elias N Park.  My second visit to this massive park and I had a great time.  Glacier walking and beautiful country surrrounded us the entire week.  Total isolation as well!

Wonder where

My friends are? Haven't heard from them in a few weeks.

Big Lake Wild Alaska Tours

In its second season of operation, Big lake Wild Alaska Tours caters to that unique visitor who wants to experience Alaska one on one, away from the crowded trains cruise ships and buses. We will pick you up, take you where you want to go, make suggestions, feed you, wash your clothes, laugh at you, and come real close to tucking you in at night.

Not really operating a tour company but after two weeks of company it sure seems that way. Jay and Cossette Callahan were here from June 13-20, and then Dad and nephew Jacob were here from June 25 - July 2. I think both groups had fun as we tried to cram as much of Alaska as we could into their visit. Class IV-V whitewater rafting, scenic glacier cruise, glacier hiking, mountain climbing, Seward, Whittier, Denali, and an overnight canoe trip at Nancy Lake. And lost fo animal sightings. Moose, caribou, rabbit, lynx, fox, bears, eagles, ravens, sheep, and for the Callahans, sled dogs.

Getting ready for a fly in backpacking adventure in Wrangell St Elias National Park. Weather has been unusually warm for Alaska with daytime temps aprroaching 80. Cool mountain weather will be a welcome change.