On our “free day” today, many of us chose to go on an
optional white water rafting trip. We
experienced a great 12 mile ride down the Nenana River complete with class 3
and 4 rapids. Our group had 3
rafts. The 2 larger rafts had a guide
who did all of the oaring. Our raft was
the smallest of the 3 and our guide directed us as we all paddled. The Nenana River is a glacial river. The water temperature is 36-38 degrees and
was part of a glacier less than 24 hours ago.
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| This was our raft |
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| Second Raft |
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| Third Raft |
The waterproof dry suits kept us warm and dry. Those of us who paddled had to wear helmets. They
were to protect us from the potential thumping from the other paddlers.
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| Jim sporting the latest in fashion for white-water rafting |
Those who did not join us on the rafting trip enjoyed the
restaurants and gift shops in the Healy, Alaska area.
Our social hour tonight was made complete by our “Happy
Anniversary” tribute to Jim and Helen Neher’s 28th wedding
anniversary.
Submitted by Rig #15
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| Sue & Don are in front & center of the group |
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