What a big day we had today.
We woke up, packed and headed out to the Alaska Canopy Zip Line Tour. David thought I was going to freak out because I don't like to fly but I was really fearless. Getting there was required a boat, an ATV and a hike. Once we learned out to zip, we raced through the trees doing ten zip lines and a suspension bridge. The views, as is true with most of Alaska, were astonishing. The sad part was helicopters were circling above because three hunters including a 12-year-old child, had gone missing. They asked us to be on the lookout but we saw nothing.
It was the hottest day this year in Juneau, 72 degrees. We were actually boiling in the sun.
In the afternoon we took a little six-seater plane to Gustavus. This time our pilot looked 17. I think Alaskans must get their pilot's license with their driving permit. I took a whole valium for the trip and had an amazing time. It was BEAUTIFUL. We could see countless mountain ranges. The best was the Fairweather Moutain Range it was like a painting draped across the horizon. I feel like I am in Alaska now. We've also discovered the much talked about bugs. We started noticing them in Juneau but they might be worse here.
We had dinner in Gustavus. It only has three roads. The local school is K-12 and there are only 41 students enrolled. The island has the oldest gas station in Alaska. I hope I'm able to get a picture of it.
Now we are at the lodge. I would really appreciate it if someone would call me if Obama or McCain announces their VP (907-697-4000). We are very much out of the news loop.
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