We spent the day alongside in Petersburg, Alaska. Our guests had a range of activities to choose from. A few hikes led by Petersburg locals were offered, showing our guests the flora of the area. Other guests took a short Zodiac cruise across to Kupreanof Island where they had the chance to hike through the forest into a muskeg ecosystem. Other guests enjoyed a bike ride around town, or simply strolled into the heart of Petersburg to do some shopping and sightseeing. It was a great day ending with some great sunshine!
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- 17 Jun 2024
Petersburg, Alaska, 6/17/2024, National Geographic Venture
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Nathan Kelley, Naturalist/Certified Photo Instructor
Nathan Kelley developed his love for nature as a kid at his family’s cabin in Northern Wisconsin. Family fishing trips, camping, hiking and a trip to his first National Park in the Everglades, all vigorously shaped his passion for the natural world. ...
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