Connie ...
It is our fourth day in Seward. We woke up to wonderful sunshine. It doesn't take much of that to make us happy. Our campground was tucked back in a remote area. This scene was just a short walk from our trailer.
Stan is enjoying the view of the harbor at Resurrection Bay, waiting to board the Star of the Northwest for our wildlife cruise. It was a beautiful Monday morning.
As we left the harbor it didn't take long to notice the view of the mountains surrounding the bay. The coast was full of wildlife of which we were hoping to get a glimpse.
Shortly into the trip we came upon Godwin Glacier. It was located way up in a valley, so no way to get close, but truly massive.
Making our way out to more open water, there was a bit more wave action. Some people on the boat had a problem, but we were fine. (it's called Dramamine)
This area is all part of Kenai Fjords National Park, where the tidewater glaciers have formed the land and created the beautiful waters for marine life.
As in our previous cruise, we were able to get close enough and view the haul out of stellar sea lions. also notice all the sea birds within the rocks.
It was getting close to the end of our trip, when the captain advised us that a humpback whale had been spotted by some nearby fishermen. So of course we wanted to hang around for a possible picture. First one is the blowing, second is the rolling back into the water and third is some tail action. Glad we stayed around.
The second glacier we saw was Bear Glacier. This particular one was such that the ice melt created a fresh water lake of it's own. Behind the tree line in the picture is the lake, although not visible. The icebergs you see are actually floating in the lake. What an incredible sight!
It was a great way to finish the cruise.
We have enjoyed the majestic mountains and marvalous habit that you have shared with us. I would like a little break from the heat but you guys look COLD! :) Colleen
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