This morning we took a cruise from Haines to Juneau for the day. The Fjordland cruiser left at 0900 and we got back at 1930. The trip each way took three hours.
WOW, what a fun and fulfilled day we had. On the way to Juneau we were able to stop and observe a group of seals sunning on the rocks.
We had a couple hours to kill in Juneau so we went to lunch at a Russian Style small restaurant that served the absolute most delicious stuffed dumplings. I had mine in a chicken broth that was just mouth watering. Nita had hers plain and both were great. We had a Russian Taco filled with salmon, tomatoes, cream cheese and a special sauce that was also delicious.
Before we left Juneau we were able to see the Mendenhall Glacier located just outside of Juneau. It is another slowly receding glacier that is effected by global warming (natural warming) like many others in Alaska. Alaska also has almost as many that grow each year. So much for global warming.
On the way back we stopped and watched a couple Hump-Back Whales as they frolicked. One was a female who had her calf with her. We only saw one dive with their fluke extended. They mostly just “ blew ‘ and submerged for short periods. Was really interesting watching them.
They winter over in Hawaii and calve there but always return to Alaska for the krill and fatten up for the trip back to Hawaii. Interesting enough, they supposedly don’t eat after leaving Alaska waters until they return.
Harbor Seals-they go to san Francisco in Winter
Elder Light House is for sale. Must keep light operating.
In front of motor home
Thief flew in and took fish
Our Fjordland Vessel
Our beautiful waitress, Sarah, at Samavor's Russian Restaurant in Juneau. Thank you Sarah.
Elder Island for sale.
Alaska's Fireweed. Beautiful flowering plant
Samavor's in Juneau
Where to?
Statue of deaf dog named "Patsy Ann"that lived on the waterfront for 15 years that could sense incoming ships and where they were going to be berthed.
Red Dog Saloon
Mendenhall Glacier
Mendenhall Waterfall
Out tour guide Ian from the UK. Spoke with a strong "Cockney" accent
Our Fjordland Captain George.
Our wonderful hostess Alixanne, a 27 year old who wants to become a Nurse, yet is gaining valuable hours operating a commercial ship toward her Coast Guard License. She is listed as "First Mate" Good luck Alix in your ventures.
Inside Red Dog Saloon. supposedly a famous place dating back to the later 19th century. It was a hotel/bar/saloon/restaurant/bordello kind of place. Every possible inch of space where you could sign your name was inked in.
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