31/12/2024
The hardest (and best) hike of 2024: Heli-hiking in the Alaskan wilderness.
flew us into the mountains east of and we were guided by Jeff, a naturalist who has hiked this area for decades. He led us for several hours through the tundra and the freezing rain, pointing out signs of wildlife and explaining how they survived this harsh climate.
I was regretting my gear choices and so glad I brought a Rice Krispy Treat- swear it was the best one I had ever tasted. Ate so many blueberries along the way, too!
Eventually, the rain stopped and we began to see the animals. Dall sheep, caribou, and golden eagles! We finished the hike along a ‘social trail’ that many species were found to use, and were flown back to civilization by the chopper.
At the start of this year, I had no idea that this adventure would be in store for me. Let’s see what comes in 2025!
