Talkeetna Day 1
by Sunita
Talkeetna is a quaint town that grows from hundreds to thousands of inhabitants during the summer. It’s best known as a staging area for Denali climbs, but there are also great fishing, hiking, and river activities.
And oh yes, the views. The view from the Talkeetna Spur Road just before you get to town:
Denali on the right, Mts. Hunter and Foraker somewhat obscured by clouds to its left. Usually it’s the other way around.
The mountains in the background, above the Susitna River.
Cow parsnip in the massive fern forest along the banks of the river. It’s everywhere right now.
The fireweed is starting to bloom too.
Oh, and we saw a moose, but no photos this time. He was a relatively friendly moose. We also saw a moose cow and her two young calves while out on a run, but we gave her a wide berth. Mama mooses are deeply suspicious of humans and you don’t want to get trampled when she decides you’re a threat to her babies.
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Beautiful! I always enjoy your Alaska pictures 🙂
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*waves* Beautiful!!
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Lovely. Have fun!
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Thanks! Connectivity willing, I’m aiming to post every day. We’re on a vacation with friends who have not been here before, which is really fun.
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I had to look it up to be sure; fireweed is called rose bay willow herb on the UK. I don’t feel like it’s summer until I’ve seen some.
Loving the vicarious view of Alaska — thanks for sharing!
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My pleasure, and thanks for that info, I had no idea! The fireweed was just coming out in full bloom in the lower elevations when we left. It was beautiful.
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There is a game called rosebay willowherb to play on walks. You take it in turns to name a plant that you can see. The winner is the first to say rosebay willowherb. It works because you can play it ANYWHERE. There will always be some eventually. Even in Alaska, apparently!
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I had no idea! I will try it next time we’re there.
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