Exploring Alaska: A Journey Through Wilderness and Wonder
If you've been following my blog, you've likely read about my exhilarating encounters with the Aurora Borealis, my challenging hikes through the Chugach Mountains, and my thrilling drive along the iconic Seward Highway. But this time, Alaska beckoned me on a different kind of adventure -- a cruise that promise to unveil the natural marvels of its coastline. Exploring Ketchikan: Gateway to the Tongass National Forest My journey began in Ketchikan, where I immersed myself in the lush greenery of the Tongass National Forest. Stretching from the Pacific Ocean to the Arctic Circle, this expansive rainforest is the second largest in the world, a sanctuary for diverse wildlife and a haven for nature lovers like myself. Walking beneath towering trees and listening to the symphony of birdsong, I felt humbled by the sheer scale and beauty of this ancient wilderness. Juneau: Huskies and Humpbacks Next, I ventured to Juneau, Alaska's capital accessible only by boat or plane. Here, ami...