Day 67 Ends w/the Birds

Rain and drizzle falling from an overcast sky … fog filling the bay … fog lifting … rain stopping … fog filling the bay … fog lifting … rain and drizzle falling. Rinse and repeat.

It was a lazy day for us here in Valdez. Not that we weren’t busy. In fact, we were … with chores as we prepare to get back on the road after an 9-day hiatus.

Late in the day, we took a walk into town and had an early dinner at The Potato (aka the Roadside Potatohead). Good food as always.

Returning to the campground, we took advantage of a break in the weather to light a campfire and chat with our neighbors. The screeching mew gulls that are nesting on the beach kept us entertained … and two of the fledgelings made their first appearance since our arrival here.

Tomorrow, we retrace our route back up the Richardson. Eventually, we’ll make our way to the Kenai Peninsula … but first, a few other stops.Read more