Valley Of Eagles
Over 3,000 eagles gather along a four-mile stretch
of the Chilkat River north of Haines, Alaska each fall to
feed
on a late run of salmon. This wildlife spectacle is the largest gathering
of eagles in the world. Warm water upwellings in the river keep this
stretch of the Chilkat River ice-free providing access to the fish when
food supplies are exhausted elsewhere. Eagles flock from as far away as
Washington State for the abundant feast. Starting in late October, eagles
by the hundreds can be seen along the sand bars and in cottonwood trees in
the Alaska Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Upon arrival in Juneau, you will be transported via
Travelodge’s free shuttle to your nearby lodging facility. Early
arrivals will
have time for local sight-seeing prior to our scheduled 5:00 p.m.
dinner.
Day 2 - Today, you will make the four-and-one-half-hour journey from
Juneau to Haines by ferry through Alaska’s fabled and scenic Inside
Passage.
Days 3-8 - Each day will find your viewfinders filled with images of
bald eagles -- close-ups, 
environmental
portraits, and flights shots to name just a few. For years I’ve
advised others that if they want to photograph a subject that sells, there
are three species worth considering: eagles, eagles and eagles. This week
will be your opportunity to do just that. Since maximum light and shooting
conditions exists between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., there
will be ample opportunity for everyone to explore the many local
attractions that Haines has to offer. Weather permitting, you will spend
an entire day exploring the landscape between Haines and British Columbia.
Day 9 - Today, you’ll begin your journey back to reality as you
board the ferry to Juneau.
Day 10 - All good things must come to an end including this
once-in-a-lifetime Alaskan adventure. Following an early breakfast, you
will be transported to the airport you will be whisked away to that place
called civilization.
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