Monday, February 21, 2011

North to Alaska 2010

Deadman Lake Memories

While we were at the campground this time we were fortunate to meet some Athabascan Indian women who were kind enough to share bits and pieces of their culture with us. Having native bloodlines in my heritage, this is and always has been fascinating to be able to learn more about a lifetime that has long since passed but only in the eyes of modern society. Native Americans still practice the ways and teachings of their forefathers and continue to pass these gifts down to their children and grandchildren.



Rather than continue to put words on this blog, I am going to share some pictures of the lake and surroundings. Enjoy


The last of the swans - swimming and catching their dinner








Lichens to the left - the Wrangle Mountains to the right with the terminal snow on the top. This is the light dusting of snow that signifies that summer is over and winter is on its way. The natives don't pay attention to the weathermen - they just watch the mountains. Seems right to me!






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