August: Back Home and Reminiscing

August 2010: A look back on our EPIC month: The Yukon Territory’s slogan is “Larger than life.” That’s how I think of Alaska too. After a month, it was time to come home but I still think about where I’d like to go next, in Alaska. I’d love to do some fishing. And visit some remote islands, maybe even the Aleutian chain. But mostly, I’d like to pick a few places and just sit still and enjoy. Alaska is fascinating for its many facets. For its vastness and its endless temperate rainforests and arctic tundra. For the glaciated mountains and beautiful coast. For the rich fisheries and the over the top wildlife. For it’s native Alaskan cultures and its Russian heritage, and even for its modern day culture that seems 50 years behind the rest of us. I’m so glad we went!

Portland Canal, Hyder AK

Ubiquitous Fireweed - This ought to be the state flower