Today was yet another beautiful day in Southeast Alaska. We began the day with hikes and walks in Cascade Creek. We all got to see a beautiful waterfall, and some hikers had the chance to hike 3 miles through mud and rock terrain. In the afternoon we made our way to the town of Petersburg. We adventured through the muskeg, and got to view the amazing environment. We also explored the town and learned about the fishing history. Our day was finished off with a delicious crab feast. Today was truly an amazing day!
9/3/2022
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National Geographic Quest
Ushk Bay and Peril Strait
National Geographic Quest arose amidst light clouds within the protected waters of Ushk Bay. This area is known for a salmon stream and yields plenty of opportunity for kayaking and exploring the vast meadows of its inner waterways. On this day’s occasion, guests were able to hike and paddle their way along the coast of Ushk Bay and witness firsthand the life cycle of Pacific salmon making their way upstream. As we transited through Peril Strait, we were lucky to see humpback whales. These immense mammals were “lunge feeding” very near our ship. Being able to witness this event was unique for guests and staff. Lunge feeding is process through which individual whales push their gaping mouths through the surface and collect any fish or planktonic invertebrates in the process. Witnessing this behavior was truly a remarkable experience for all. We will cherish this moment for a lifetime.
