Off the Rails in Alaska

Join me on a journey through my adventurous summer in Alaska – where work meets wilderness and every day is a wild ride!

  • Southbound Saturday

    The Saturday southbound train was heading to Whittier. This makes it a long day. We start by riding the bus to the train tracks at 7:10am. The train pulls forward to meet the bus, keeping everyone safe. When the train stops, we all climb aboard at one location. Then we walk through the consist to… Read more

  • Survival

    Saturday morning the only offering is fruit or to-go breakfast sandwiches. As I am just now getting back to myself after the two days I ingesting gluten, I am in desperate need of protein and some good, hearty meals. I am finding it hard to find enough gluten free food when we are at work… Read more

  • Furlough Friday

    Friday was a furlough day for us. It was nice to sleep in. However, many of the tours aren’t open yet. So there were not any excursions we could sign up for. We did go into Denali Village and peruse the shops. Had a food cup of coffee. And lunch. The shops are difficult for… Read more