5-28-13 Alaska is having a heat wave – ~80 again today - snows are melting too fast = flood warnings scattered about. And with warm weather and little humidity = fire warnings. Trees are greening quickly.
This morning we stopped again at Creamer’s Dairy (Bird Migratory Refuge) 
And a walk in the boreal forest – cold soil and underlying permafrost – found in the far north around the globe. Glad to see the walk way thru the spruce, birch, aspen, larch and balsam popular.
In the afternoon – it was the Discovery Paddle Wheel boat trip on the Chena River (spring fed) to the Tanana River (ever changing). 
A pontooned plane welcomed us to the China River – Fairbanks, AK
A scenic view traveling down the Chena River to Susan Butchard’s Sled dog compound. The dogs love to play and are always ready to work.
Next stop a Chena Indian village with various buildings, talks, demonstrations and a fish wheel.
Sharing the warm – beautiful clothing made of animal skins.
A variety of homes line the river --- many log cabin styles, but also frame home….. 
Another enjoyable Alaskan Day!
2 comments:
Thanks for the pictures of Creamers - My DH and I volunteered there in 2009. Check out Chena Springs Road for lots of Moose siteings. And the Ice House there. Tell Lila and Steve we said hello. Keep those pictures coming. SKP hugs, Diane and Andy
The Discovery Boat ride was a favorite for us. I loved the dogs very much. Isn't it amazing to see how happy they are to work.
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