This was bear day. On the fourth full day of our Magic of Alaska workshop, we boarded a float plane and flew across Cook Inlet to Wolverine Creek, one of Alaska’s famous bear-viewing locations. We all hoped this would be the day we would spend… Continue Reading “Bears!”
Before this trip, I had read about how salmon are one of the keystone species in Alaska. They feed an incredible variety of wildlife, and when bears and other animals carry their remains into the forest, those nutrients help fertilize the surrounding ecosystem. Most… Continue Reading “Alaska Wrap-up”
Of all the experiences during our Magic of Alaska workshop, one of the most memorable was landing by helicopter on a glacier to meet teams of sled dogs. This was the third full day of our workshop. As a dog lover, I knew photography… Continue Reading “Sled Dogs”
Our first full day of the Magic of Alaska Workshop began with a wildlife cruise out of Seward. The seas were rough, rain showers came and went, and the boat pitched in the choppy water, but the conditions only added to the adventure. We… Continue Reading “Whales, Stellar Sea Lions, and Harbor Seals”
My flights left from Jacksonville on time and I got to Seattle a few minutes early on Friday. The World Cup is underway in the city and it’s a busy place. I took the light rail from the airport to within about a 1/2… Continue Reading “Breathtaking Scenery”