July 25, Thursday
Leaving the harbor, we joined a vibrant array of boats, each with its own purpose and destination. Some vessels were heading out for a day of fishing, their crews eager to reel in the day’s catch. Others were pleasure boats, filled with families and friends ready to enjoy a leisurely cruise. There were also commercial boats, transporting goods and supplies to various locations. Each boat moved in different directions, driven by the unique expectations and goals of their passengers. The bay was alive with activity, a testament to the diverse ways people connect with the water and the adventures it offers.
Going North we had transversed the west side of Wrangell Island via Zimovia Strait. On our trip back South we decided go down the east coast of Wrangell Island via the Eastern Passage, Bradfield Channel, and Seward Passage to Ernest Sound. It is longer but better protected and is said to be the most scenic. Below are pictures of mountains that still have a bit of snow, waterfalls, lush forest, USFS cabin, and loons singing. We were in awe of our surroundings and the fact that for this portion of our trip we only saw three other boats. Those boats were tour boats out of Wrangell to take tourist on a trip to Anan Bear and Wildlife Observatory. We were going slow, taking it all in, they were in speed boats going from point A to B and back, of course I’m sure they also had an amazing day, Anan is a world-class bear viewing area. The beauty of Alaska is truly unparalleled, and this journey reminded us to savor every moment of nature’s splendor.
