The last week has been completely not bike related but great. We went on a two night two day sea kayaking trip with Deanna's friend Jim who is a great host. We stayed overnight on Fox Island near Seward and kayaked during the day. Apparently we were there during some amazing weather. I am beginning to think Alaska is always sunny and hot.
On our kayaking trips we saw all sorts on animals. I told Jim it was the best zoo I had ever been to. Sea lions, seals, whales from about 100 yards, puffins and many other birds, porpoises and much more.
Today we made a day hike at Russian River and jumped into a lake at the end of the trail. It was so hot out but the lake water was beyond cold. I apparently screamed pretty loud when I jumped out of the water.
Jim's friend also manages a Salmon Weir on the lake. We got a tour and saw how it works. This guy counts every salmon that comes through to that lake to spawn every year. It's stunning to realize what the salmon do to basically lay their eggs and die.
Tomorrow we head to Anchorage for the last leg of our trip. We have a little over a hundred miles left and then we are done. It's been amazing so far and I am ready to get back on my bike tomorrow.
Sunset while camping on Fox Island.
Salmon for dinner.
Beautiful lake we swam in.
I have been getting complaints there aren't enough photos of me. So here you go. Me after we finished swimming.
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