We went ashore in Haines from the ferry in a heavy overcast with occasional sprinkles. As we drove inland, the weather gradually cleared. We were really surprised to see Mt. Mckinley (aka Denali) as we approached 150 miles away. This, the tallest peak in North America is reported to be cloud free less than 20% of the time. We will get closer next week. Pray for more clear days.
Shortly after seeing Denali, this Matanuska Glacier came into view. In the center, that streak that looks like a low cloud is actually a river of ice.
Once we got to Anchorage and back toward the coast, the weather settled in wet and overcast. This view of Homer and Cook Inlet caught a moment when the clouds lifted above some of the peaks, leaving some wisps directly in front. This is where Captain Cook made one of his last stops before returning to Hawaii and getting killed.
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