Photo Safari by Land in Juneau

We took a photo safari by land and sea. It was really cool. I have too many pictures so I am breaking this tour into several posts. The lady on the trip was very informative and gave great camera tips as part of the tour. Some of the information is probably common knowledge for most, but I learned a lot from her about my camera. These pictures were taken on the Moraine Ecology Trail which lead to the Mendenhall Glacier. She also warned us about bears and told us she will grab us and pull us back if we don't start walking backwards. Apparently folks on previous guides didn't listen and she had to take charge. It would have been cool to see a bear from a distance, but I didn't take a change of clothes in anticipation of running into one along the trail.

Liarsville

Words can hardly describe, Liarsville. We pulled up on the bus and it's a wonder this is even considered a place. They had some back woods entertainment for us followed by gold panning. Of course each pan is sure to have gold. Don't blink though, you might miss it=) The process of panning for gold was not an easy one for me. She made it look easy, but I would disagree. However, it was a fun experience and she was nice enough to help me!!!

White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad

The train ride was gorgeous. This was in Skagway, Alaska, and it took us 2,865 feet up into breathtaking scenery. I am just including a few of my favorite shots. The scenery is amazing and I never got bored with how beautiful everything is in Alaska. The waterfalls are everywhere you turn along with eagles. You will see a few eagles in upcoming posts. Once a tour guide was asked, "What time do they turn the waterfalls off?" I laughed so hard. I still laugh every time I think about that. My bet is that was one serious city dweller!

This picture was taken on the way down. After the train ride up, we took a bus down. It was cool because we saw some different scenery and sights. Since we crossed into Fraser, B.C. and needed our passports, we stopped here on the way down for a photo opt. You know I can't pass a great photo opt up!

Totem Bight Park

This was a cool park to visit. Although at the beginning as we walked through the woods, the guide told us we might see a bear and gave us advice on what to do depending on the type of bear. Let's just say I wasn't ready to hear such advice! You always hear 'low man on the totem pole' well, I learned you want to be the low man on the totem pole. The most important person, usually the leader, is found at the bottom of the totem pole. I also tasted a salmon berry for the first time at this park. They are very bitter berries, but I was willing to try them.

Lumberjack Show

This was the first show we saw in Alaska. The group was divided into two teams. One team was USA and one was Canada. We were on the Canadian side, with the guys in red. Naturally, our team won!!! The guy on the far left with his hand all wrapped up went through all the events with something broken. I can't remember what he said, but I know he was in pain just seeing the wrap, much less the fresh blood that appeared during the competetion.

Going Underground...

We had to wear hard hats before entering the mine.

Just more accessories for us to wear on another fun adventure!

Just some machinery in the mine. This was our guide to tell us all about the fun job he has. Sure seems to require patience for any type of results. He demonstrated a few tools they use and we had to wear fashionable ear plugs for that part as well. I thought about bringing home an extra pair Kelli.

We took this picture because Jen was always wearing her flops. I love my flops, heaven knows I do, but I felt like I should be a little more protected on this trip. I don't think I've ever worn these shoes so much!

Go Karts!

On your mark...
Get set...

GO !!!



Just some random shots I took while
riding through the wilderness.

I know everyone must be jealous of my super hot outfit! I mean- a red helmet, yellow jacket, and green pants- oh baby oh baby! Before we left they said we needed to use the restroom. Those restrooms were portable- I was like- whoa. The guide was like- they are very nice. I just smiled b/c I don't believe nice and portable belong in the same sentence in reference to a restroom, but that is just me=)

A fun shot Jen took before heading back