Peril Straight
Today we made the last part of our trip, and now we are anchored just outside of Sitka. The Peril Straight is a tiny passage through several islands on the way from Juneau to Sitka. The Passage is only passable during short periods of the day based on tides, and apparently the currents can get to such a point where the buoy’s are even sucked under water. I really like this area of Alaska, the trees are thick, there’s not the sheer beauty like in Glacier Bay, but there is just something familiar and comfortable about the area. Maybe I could see myself in a little cabin on the shore with my boat tied up and a fire going, or something.
The troubles with the black water lines is just about fixed now. I pulled TEN feminine hygiene products out of the line today! I guess someone didn’t pay attention when they got their initial familiarization! Tampons and boats do NOT mix. They make for really grumpy engineers, apparently.
I can’t wait to get to Sitka tomorrow. I’m in dire need of a pair of rain boots, my feet have been sopping wet every day this week. I hope to score some xtratuf’s at one of the best marine stores I’ve yet to see. For those not in the know, xtratuf’s are what 90% of the people in Alaska fishing villages wear, no matter what their age. They are comfortable and dry. Good stuff, for sure.
