Hiking to Eagle Lake

I guess I use this blog now to chronicle the weather. As such, this weekend was HOT. We backpacked out to Eagle & Symphony Lakes and couldn't stop staring at the mountains. This place was gorgeous. Adak loved it and he did great on the rock scramble. His listening skills are really coming along and he's a fun addition to our hiking. He could still use some work sleeping in the tent though...

Trying to plan our next weekend adventure now...there are so many places I want to go!

Bore Tide Lines

Mountains & Sky

A pair of bald eagles dancing

I have such a strong affinity towards mountains. I find them comforting at the most basic level, like the earth is giving you a hug and wrapping its arms around you. 

Working our way down Bird Ridge last night, my friend and I saw 2 eagles below us, dancing around the sky, catching the breeze to glide and twirl. It was amazing and it was the perfect ending to our evening. I hope there are so many more days like this one.

Bird Ridge

Bird Ridge, you are not the easiest hike but your views are worth it. This is the one and only time Adak has ever laid down on a hike. It wasn't for too long but he was definitely on the edge of the trail in the shade, under brush. I would like to rename it stair-master 8000. It always feels good to get out with girlfriends and enjoy the mountains around you with the sun on your shoulders. I love Alaska.


Also, look at the difference just a couple of weeks make...

How to

Have the most boring blog ever:

1. Only talk about your dog and the weather.
2. Hardly ever write anything.
3. And be sporadic at best.

You are welcome!

Hiking on Sunny Days

Joe was out of town last week on business so I was left to my own devices to keep Adak entertained. Lucky for us the weather has been absolutely amazing. Look at that view?! Who could complain?

Not I.

Noticing a Mutiny

I have discovered a mutiny. Coffee shops around town are charging ~$2.50 for a 16 oz. cup of drip coffee. What the heck? 

Random but true!

Jet Boating on Warm Days

Denali peeking above the trees.

Cold Creek mingling.

Couldn't get enough.

Cute, wet little dog.

Adak had his first ride on the jet boat and he loved it. Even though the water was super cold he dove in over and over again. I am glad we got such an outdoorsy dog to tag along on days like these.

Note to self, I need to take more pictures of people!

A Stunning Day

Hiking up Bird Ridge on one of the most beautiful days of the year. Temperatures in the 60's and clear skies - you really couldn't ask for more.

Signs of Green

Are peaking out here and there...