Next Stop - Valdez!

Overnight, I was awakened by the sound of rain hitting the side of the motorhome.  It didn’t appear to be a heavy rain, just a steady and continuing rainfall that ended by morning.  The clouds from the overnight rains must have kept the warmth in the canyon as we work up to a nice 66F inside the RV.

Our next destination was Valdez, where we would camp a couple of nights before meeting up with our friends Jan & Eric for a few days out on their boat the Sea Duction.  I have been very blessed to have made so many friends in Alaska; people who we enjoy being with.  Jan & Eric became fast friends, since my first “meeting” Jan on Trip Advisor several years ago.

As you approach Valdez, one of the notable glaciers in this region is the Worthington Glacier.  The weather wasn't the greatest, but we still got out to walk around and take a photo or two.

We arrived in Valdez on Sunday, with Monday being an open day to explore the town.  While I had hoped we’d see bears near the fishery, there were none so we just kept the RV parked in camp for our time there.  We did see a couple of eagles, high up in the trees. 

 

On Monday after doing laundry, we enjoyed a leisurely stroll up to the Valdez Museum in spite of the light afternoon drizzle.  The museum was very educational and not too large or overwhelming.  Some of the historical photos were amazing, particularly those taken during the earthquake of 1964.

We met Jan & Eric for breakfast. After a short time, it was like we were old friends reconnecting after years apart.  They are such good people; down to earth folks. I feel so fortunate to be able to call them friends.

David in "Downtown" Valdez

From the Museum - During the gold rush, they loved their Milwaukee Beer!

Yummy fresh raspberries on vanilla ice cream

Later in the day, the skies cleared