Wednesday, July 13, 2011

OK. Time to start the Parade.

Finally through the 2,261 shots while searching for any bird shots. To get things started off we will begin with the first interesting bird from the start of the cruise.

We boarded the Zuiderdam early in the morning and took off toward Alaska. We headed past the Lion's Gate bridge on the way out. Weather was perfect. Hope it holds for our connections up in Alaska. Forecast was undecided as always around these parts.

Lion's Gate Bridge

It did concern me that I spotted a couple using high-powered weapons underneath the bridge as we passed by. At least they were focused on the hillside away from the ship!

Gunmen

I spotted a Pelagic Cormorant down below. Considering this was taken from the observation deck, many stories above the water's surface, this is a good enough shot of a Pelagic Cormorant.

Pelagic Cormorant

Another ship was not far behind as we headed toward the Pacific.

Lion's Gate Bridge

Now on to our great adventure toward Alaska and so many interesting sights to explore!

Zuiderdam

A full day of plying the Inside Passage lies ahead as we make our way toward Juneau. By the time we wake in the morning we should be seeing some new sights. Hopefully some new birds for my Life List, as well.

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