Because I Kan Kan Kan: Skagway Alaska

The day after Juneau we pulled into Skagway. It was another small little town with lots of little shops and breath taking views. Kendall and I had chosen to go off on are own that day. We ended up doing an excursion to the Dog Mushers Camp. We went up to the camp by bus. Most of the traveling was done on a dirt road and was quite bumpy most of the way. Once we got to the camp they put us in a truck that took us up to the top where the dogs are kept. They have over 300 dogs at this camp and a couple dozen puppies. Once we were at the top they dropped us off with the Mushers and they got us loaded into these special carts that they use for summer training. They hold six people and have 16 dogs attached to them. The dogs pulled us around a coarse and followed the commands of the Musher. It was amazing to see how obedient the dogs were to the commands. They knew exactly what was expected of them and followed what the Musher said. After we were done going around the coarse they let us interact with the dogs. They were really friendly and loved the attention they were getting. We then loaded back up in the truck and headed back down the mountain. They let us stop at a lookout and take some really pretty pictures of the valley. Once we got back down the mountain they talked to us about Dog Mushing and the races that these dogs race in. After that they let us go see the new puppies. They were so darling and I so wanted to bring one home with me!!!

Skagway Alaska

Skagway Alaska- Mushers Camp

Mushers Camp

Me and Kendall at the Mushers Camp

Me with one of the Mushing Dogs

Me with a New Puppy!

Kendall with one of the Mushing Dogs

After the Mushers Camp they dropped us off in town. Kendall and I decided to go to lunch at a little sandwhich and smoothie shop. After lunch we finally caught up with the rest of the family and did some shopping around town. On the way back to the ship we got to see one of the trains pull in right next to the boat. It was pretty cool. Once we got back to the boat I wanted to take some pics of this cool rock wall right next to the boat. It is where all the boats put there logo or signature on the rocks. I loved this one that was a skull. Maybe because I love bones.... hence why I went into xray and ultrasound. That night we went to dinner and then went and played shuffle board as we were leaving Skagway. I had never played shuffle board before. Russ and Kort were on a team and then me and Kendall were on another. Russ and Kort totally beat us..... Kendall and I were getting better by the end of the game. As we were leaving we saw some spectacular views. The sun was setting and we also saw some more whales too! Skagway was really fun and made me look forward to the rest of the trip! Next up Canada!