Today our intrepid explorers woke up to a typical overcast and wet Southeast Alaska morning as National Geographic Venture sailed into the town of Petersburg. However, the rain did not dampen our spirits as we explored the town and the beauty of the surrounding natural environment. Guests hiked the local trails, toured the fishing boats and docks on Zodiac rides, and visited the town. As the rain cleared up in the afternoon, guests continued to explore Petersburg, this time adding bicycle and flightseeing tours to the mix. We ended the day with a local, fresh Dungeness crab feast, followed by an entertaining evening of trivia led by the naturalists.
- Daily Expedition Reports
- 28 Jul 2022
Petersburg, Alaska, 7/28/2022, National Geographic Venture
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David Huang, Undersea Specialist
David was born and raised in the concrete jungle of New York City, where the only three animals he ever knew were squirrels, pigeons, and rats. His curiosity of the wider natural world was piqued by the occasional trip to the beach, visits to the Bro...
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