Alaska 2003: Day 8 - Sitka: Former Russian Capital
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We woke to rain and anchored in Sitka. No matter. Off we go...
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Kathy and Bill go kayaking in a small, scenic inlet while Mom does a little shopping.
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After lunch, the three of us took a tour of Sitka starting with a State (or National) park with a nice totem pole walk.
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The earlier shot of the cruise ship was actually taken near here.
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Check out the dog house. (Click the pic.) They either grow their dogs really big here or can't tell the difference between a dog and a bear!
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After driving through town to the island airport, we saw eagles in front of fish processing plants.
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At the next stop, The Alaska Raptor Center, we saw the magnificent birds close up.
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Meet Volta. Volta was rescued after flying into power lines.
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Finally back at our origin, we see traditional Russian dancing. Select the picture to see more.
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