I awoke to a cloudy day in Sitka and took off for a four mile run. The town is so small that this distance covered everything. I ran the totem walk and through the woods and ended up on the beach at low tide. At least a dozen eagles were hanging out on the driftwood looking for breakfast. I tried to … [Read more...]
A day of totem poles
Posted on July 26, 2014 · Leave a Comment
We started the day off with cappuccinos and crepes at Homeport. We road our motorcycles to Sitka National Historical Park to walk the totem pole trail. Sitka is small enough that you can park your bike and walk everywhere. We didn’t know this yet, but once discovered, we enjoyed being able to … [Read more...]
Castle on a Hill
Posted on July 24, 2014 · Leave a Comment
We woke up on the ferry. Gorgeous patterns in the wake as we cruised into Sitka. I have wanted to come and photograph the totem poles for some time, and also visit some of the National Historic Landmarks (NHL) in town. I used to work for cultural resources in the regional office, for the … [Read more...]
I am AWARE
Posted on July 23, 2014 · Leave a Comment
So, I started my trip with a wobble in the front end of my motorcycle. I have pretty much decided, after experimenting with repacking, that I am carrying too much weight in the rear and need to change the dynamics or lighten the load. Needless to say, every day that passes and I watch my toothpaste … [Read more...]
Your love has lifted me higher
Posted on July 23, 2014 · Leave a Comment
We woke up early, in case the roads were a repeat of yesterday. And because we had a ferry to catch in Haines at 5 p.m. We had great road all the way to Haines Junction. It was a bit nippy, but the BMW gear kept me warm. We pulled into the Village Bakery to have a hot cup of coffee. While … [Read more...]
Knowing where not to go
Posted on July 21, 2014 · Leave a Comment
God I’m tired I awoke to the smell of fresh coffee, Jaz was making Kaladi Brew. We walked over to the main lodge for breakfast and I noted the other motorcyclists were still sleeping, tents all lined up in a row. We met one rider the night before, a guy named Rob from Arkansas. He was on the … [Read more...]
“Creepy” Outhouses
Posted on July 18, 2014 · Leave a Comment
Jaz and I headed out of Anchorage with Southeast Alaska on our mind. Two countries, two boats, and roughly 1800 miles (boat and road) over a week and two weekends – this should be exciting! No sooner did I get on the freeway before I discovered I had an incredibly frightening wobble in my front … [Read more...]
Penises, the Cold War, and film stars
Posted on July 12, 2014 · Leave a Comment
Our trip to Nome, Alaska could not be complete without a trip to the top of Anvil Mountain to see White Alice. افلام كرة السلة On a clear day, towering above Nome you can see several creepy towers that remind me of the fins on the alien spacecraft that parked on the ocean flow in the movie, The … [Read more...]
Kougarok Highway
Posted on July 8, 2014 · 3 Comments
Today was an interesting day. We swapped out the Jeep for a large, ¾ ton Dodge Pickup – newer truck with better tires. Michael walked out and put our gear in the truck and closed the door. The rear window of the truck exploded. Now, I know you are all saying that Michael slammed the door too hard, … [Read more...]
Flat tire fiasco
Posted on July 6, 2014 · Leave a Comment
We started our morning out attempting to fix the flat tire. The spare tire now on the Jeep was in pretty good condition. The flat tire from yesterday was in very bad condition, as were two of the other tires. Basically, we had one good tire. The dry rot was so bad on the flat tire, we didn’t think … [Read more...]
