Trip Expectations
Looking at some poster's trip plans leaves me wondering just how these folks expect to see anything on their trip to Alaska. We have been 3 times round trip from MD. Each time trip duration was ov...
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johnwalkerpa1 wrote:mabynack wrote:
I'm planning on taking my first trip to Alaska when I retire in 2018. I'm interested in taking photos of wildlife and scenery. Can anyone recommend the best time of the year for that type of sightseeing? How much time and money would you recommend?
There are thousands of variables in your questions but I'll offer two suggestions to start..
1. I like the fall colors (and by fall, in Alaska, I mean mid-August to late September) for general landscape and wildlife photography but that's mostly a personal preference..
2. If you want bear pictures, time it with the salmon runs.
Thanks. My tentative plan is to leave Florida in July and then spend about 3 months exploring Canada and Alaska. I really love the fall colors and cool weather, but I'm not keen on towing my FW in the snow.
