One if by Land, Two if by Sea

Alaska:
After our RV journey to Utah's National Parks, we took an 11-day cruise to Alaska in mid August with my sister, Sue and brother-in-law, Greg. We flew into Fairbanks and spent the night. Next, we went to Denali - Mt McKinley.                                                                                    

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Mt. McKinley Wilderness Lodge

                             Crazy Smurf Mushrooms

We took a river tour on a paddle boat to a dog sled kennel. Most of the dogs are Alaskan Huskies, bred for strength, speed and endurance. In the late 1800's, Sled dog teams were used for transportation and hauling supplies during the Gold Rush. Today Sled dogs are used to patrol the wilderness and deliver mail and supplies to remote areas. See below

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River Paddle Boat

Dog Sled Kennel  and dogs
     

Dog mushing was designated the official state of Alaska sport in 1972.

Cabin on stilts to protect against weather (snow) and animals.

             Primitive method of drying and smoking salmon for storage.

Baby Moose

              On our Denali bus tour and train ride

         we got to see some Alaskan wildlife.

Mother Moose nearby

Caribou - Look at that rack!

Up next: The Cruise "Two if by Sea"