TALKEETNA

We are near Talkeetna this evening. Went in to see the town. Visited museum & Ranger station where climbers get permit to climb Denali/Mt McKinnley. Watched a movie about doing the climb.

About 44% attempting climb are successful in making it and returning. Six have died this year. There are 112 on the mountain right now. Winds are fierce and temps of -20. We visited cemetery for the many who did not make it. Many bodies remain on the mountain.

Visited shops and Denali Brewery. Had to sample....... Raspberry Wheat and Stout were my favorites. Ate next door. Back home now & on to Anchorage tomorrow.

Happy Trails to You!