Posts Tagged 'denali'

The other day, when we were traveling down the Parks Highway, you really couldn’t see Mt. McKinley very well. After all, it does create its own weather. However, on the way back, it was absolutely amazing! So in the spirit of sharing one of the great wonders, I am posting a panorama of the range with Denali/Mt. McKinley very prominent and covered in snow.

So, we finally got some much deserved leave and have arrived in the “big city” of Anchorage. It was a long and beautiful trip. It wasn’t as gorgeous and cool as the Richardson Highway a few weeks ago, but a nice drive nonetheless. We got some great pictures of Mt. McKinley, aka Denali, as well as the local flora and few other things. Unfortunately, still no moose or bear.

We got a great rate at the hotel, something the military is generally pretty good at. Just to put it in perspective, three days in a suite on post costs less than one night in a room out in Anchorage. So, the savings put a smile of the wife’s face as we were able to get her a brand spanking new iPhone4 as well as enjoying a dinner at Outback. That might not seem like much to those of you living in civilization, but when the best chain we have is Chili’s, Outback is something special.

So, now its off to enjoy a few days with the family before the push through summer training hits. I am posting a few pics below.