CRUISE EXCURSIONS!!!!
EAGLE ISLANDS KAYAKING-SGL KAYAKS
Join us for a paddle in the Tongass National Forest. Your adventure starts with a van ride to the north end of Ketchikan to beautiful Clover Pass. You will be welcomed and led down to our waterfront facility where you will be introduced to your tandem kayak and receive a safety briefing from your guides. Gain confidence as you paddle to the Eagle Islands. The protected waters of Clover Pass provide us with the opportunity to experience the tranquil setting of the Tongass National Forest. Along the paddle you will learn about the natural and cultural history of the area while keeping a keen eye out for bald eagles, their nests, seals, jumping salmon and when the tide is right, sea stars.
KETCHIKAN Depart
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Date
07:30AM
10:45AM
Sep 06
Status
Guests
Guests CONFIRMED
2 Adults
0 Children Billing Contact
HISTORIC JUNEAU GOLD MINE TOUR
Relive Juneau’s mining heritage on this tour of the remains of what was once the world’s largest producing gold mill. Constructed in 1913, the Alaska Gastineau Mill was designed to crush and recover gold from 6,000 tons of rock per day. After a short ride to the site of the mill ruins, follow the path of the ore to the railroad superintendent’s house. Here, enjoy a display of different mining techniques, equipment and the view of Gastineau Channel below. Venture underground into the conveyer tunnel through which crushed ore was transported to the mill below. Don a hard hat and proceed along a boardwalk into the 360-foot long tunnel carved into the mountainside. Inside, experienced miners will demonstrate mining equipment and give you a feel for the mining lifestyle. Wander among displays, the ruins and the gift shop and take time to pan for gold. Your driver will bring you up to date on the mining industry’s current role in Juneau as you return to town.
JUNEAU Depart
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Date
10:00AM
01:15PM
Sep 07
Status
Guests
Guests CONFIRMED
2 Adults
0 Children Billing Contact
MENDENHALL GLACIER HELICOPTER TOUR
That will be me next to this chopper soon!!
John Muir described Mendenhall Glacier as one of the most beautiful of all coastal glaciers. Take a helicopter ride to this world-famous glacier, for a rare opportunity to set foot on this massive river of ice.
Your modern, turbine helicopter soars over alpine ridges to Mendenhall Glacier. Cruise above twisted ice spires and deep crevasses that dominate the lower glacier. Gaining altitude, pass Mendenhall Towers rock sentinels that rise 3,000 feet out of the glacier and spectacular ice falls where the Juneau Icefield overflows to form Mendenhall Glacier. Set down on and explore the glaciers surface with an expert guide. Learn how glaciers form, flow and then shape the landscape. On the return flight to Juneau, youre treated to the unforgettable sight of Mendenhall Glacier stretching out toward the sea.
Thank God This outing is in the beginning of our cruise. If you weigh more than 245lbs you have to pay a chunk more of money. I made Eddie weigh himself tonight…his weight is 253lbs. He tells me not to worry because he will stop drinking his mochas in the morning. –this will be interesting. Maybe my low weight will counter balance his high weight?
JUNEAU Depart
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Date
03:45PM
06:00PM
Sep 07
Status
Guests
Guests CONFIRMED
2 Adults
Please Note: Order 2 tickets for each person over 250 lbs.
ALASKA SLED DOG & MUSHER’S CAMP
Glimpse a unique northern lifestyle and experience a thrilling Alaska adventure as a team of powerful huskies pulls you through the scenic back country of a historic gold rush site!
Relax and learn about gold rush history and present-day happenings on the drive to the dog camp. Meet the dogs and climb onto a wheeled sled custom-made for running during the snow-free summer months. Your husky team whisks you along a one-mile, wooded trail through southeast Alaskas beautiful temperate rain forest. Spruce and hemlock trees and views of the Taiya Inlet tidal flats surround you on this fun ride. Back at the camp, enjoy refreshments and cuddle the adorable husky puppies. Iditarod race veterans teach you about the equipment, hard work, strength and endurance that define dog sledding in the wild, rugged North.
SKAGWAY Depart
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Date
10:00AM
12:45PM
Sep 08
Status
Guests
Guests CONFIRMED
2 Adults
0 Children Billing Contact
Did I mention how excited I’m about going to ALASKA–!
take plenty of pics and share it with us. good for you
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This all sounds wonderful !!
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Great Excursions! ryn: The camera is working again. For some reason the rechargeables that we’ve always used are no longer working in the camera. Non-rechargeable turn it on. Who knows!?!! I posted pics of the remodel a couple of entries ago.
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I hate when vacations become how much one weighs…
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I always thought Juneau would be the perfect place for me to live. Beautiful scenery…pretty mild weather…lots of rain. Even a little snow. Ideal!
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RYN~~Thanks! And might I add that I’m pretty darned jealous of your Alaskan Honeymoon trip! Have a great time!!! =)
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Im excited for you, can’t wait to see your pics
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wow..this looks like so much fun!
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How wonderful for you! Thanks for the comments on my entry today!
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