Before leaving Juneau, I had to take a Zipline Expedition. It was a perfectly beautiful day. Boarded a high speed boat for the base camp of a historic gold mine on Douglas Island. Got outfitted & instructed. 16 zippers (youngest 10 yoa twins) & 4 guides took old 4x4 military truck for mountain climb to 1st platform. There were 13 platforms, 10 ziplines, 2 suspension bridges, & then rappelled straight down from the final platform! Almost a mile of ziplines with the longest being 783' & the highest point being 185'. Was so much fun that I'm already looking forward to next years where ever that may be!
Took the city bus to within 2 miles of the ferry terminal. While checking with clerk at small convenience store for directions, a lady customer offered me a lift. I've been so very fortunate to have experienced so many acts of kindness while in Alaska.
Left at 4pm on Alaska Marine Highway's "Kennicott" ferry for 338 mile ride to Ketchikan with only 146 passengers (499 max). Saw sea lions, orca whales, & porpoises. Had a 6'x8' 2-berth roomette with outside porthole, which was room enough for me to be comfy.
