by ronmitchelladventure | Nov 6, 2017 | Alaska, North America, United States
Cold wind blows down from glaciers that separate jagged peaks surrounding the Chilkat River. We zip up and seal the gaps in our clothing during a brisk walk along the only river in Alaska that does not totally freeze solid, due to a glacial sediment alluvial fan.This...
by ronmitchelladventure | Aug 16, 2015 | Alaska, North America, United States
I cast my lure upstream in the Chilkoot River, let it bounce down with the current, and reel it back in…over and over until a salmon or a dolly varden strike. What a thrill to land one! Sometimes I catch the limit, other times nothing. That’s why they call it fishing,...
by ronmitchelladventure | Aug 28, 2011 | Alaska, North America, United States
Catch salmon for fresh food. Split stumps for firewood. Taste real Alaska…well, maybe not the winter. We see the furry seed of the fireweed climbing to the top of the stalk where it signifies the onset of winter. The nights grow black, and rains provide a small...
by ronmitchelladventure | Aug 16, 2011 | Alaska, North America, United States
Folks from around the world visit the glacier views from our cabin deck. Those who sign the register represent 21 different countries and 46 of the United States. During the past 3 months, Mare and I have chatted with over 3,000 people. Just yesterday a...
by ronmitchelladventure | Jul 12, 2011 | Alaska, North America, United States
Alaska Jack jumps into the back of Ranger Preston’s pick-up truck. Preston dresses in full gear. Mare, Shannon, Jenny and her dog Quark, join Jack and I in the back. Jordan stands off to the side. Preston turns on the sirens and police lights. We’re...
