Friday, December 9, 2005

Cookie Exchange Party

Each year during the holidays we get together with friends and support the sugar industry (as well as the increased prevalence of diabetes) by exchanging our favorite cookies.

Friday, November 4, 2005

Brotherson Family

Kirt's Grandma passed away after leading a full and productive life, leaving behind this beautiful legacy.

Sunday, October 16, 2005

Surprise!

We flew down to Wyoming to surprise Roger's mom for her 70th birthday.

Sunday, October 2, 2005

4-Wheeling Near Fountain Green, Utah


Beautiful fall 4-wheeler excursion in the mountains near Kirt's hometown of Fountain Green, Utah.

Saturday, September 17, 2005

Brooks River


Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. Although the bears on the Brooks River are curious, they typically steer clear of humans.

More Bear Viewing


Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. The bears know the days are getting shorter and prepare for hibernation by filling full of salmon.

More Bear Viewing


Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. This bear just finished eating a salmon.

Bear Viewing - Katmai National Park


Bear viewing trip to Katmai National Park. Many bears wandered up and down the beach during the day we spent at Brooks Camp.

Sunday, June 26, 2005

Dip-Netting


For a short time they open up a few rivers in Alaska to Dip-netting. Imagine catching a 60 pound fish with only a net! Alaska residents only.

Saturday, June 25, 2005

Big Sky Charter & Fishcamp


Kirt's 30 pound King Salmon. If you want a terrific experience on the Kenai River with good folks call the number in the photo.

King Masters


Jerry and Roger got the big ones this year. Dad (Jerry) pulled a 37 pounder out of the Kenai, Roger's was 40.

Sunday, June 19, 2005

Bald Eagles in Cordova, Alaska


Bald eagles abound in and around Cordova, Alaska.

Saturday, June 18, 2005

Million Dollar Bridge - Cordova, Alaska


Kirt's parents annual trip to Alaska. Here they are on the Million Dollar Bridge outside Cordova - Childs Glacier in background.

Friday, June 17, 2005

Cordova, Alaska


Peaceful evening at the small boat harbor in Cordova, Alaska.

Wednesday, June 15, 2005

Air Boat to Knik Glacier


Rebecca, Amanda, Andy and Travis enjoyed the air boat ride we took with Hunter Creek Outfitters.

Saturday, June 11, 2005

Roger's Sister & Kids Visit Knik Glacier


Roger's sister and her three kids visit Alaska for the first time. This photo was taken at Knik Glacier.

Friday, June 10, 2005

Black Bear


Black Bear near Portage, along Turnagain Arm.

Thursday, June 2, 2005

Float Plane - Lake Hood


Float Plane taking off from Lake Hood in Anchorage.

Saturday, May 28, 2005

Walking Along Knik River


Walking along Knik River with friends James, Mark and Jeff (Kirt is on the right.). Knik Glacier is in the background.

Saturday, May 14, 2005

Roger Kayaking at Delong Lake


We decided to try a little kayaking this summer. Here is Roger at Delong Lake.

Friday, April 29, 2005

Bald Eagle


A juvenile bald eagle takes a break from preening in the Spring sunshine.

Tuesday, February 15, 2005

Here Comes the Flood

Kirt and Al - who will run out first as the fountain erupts? In Celebration, Florida.

Monday, February 14, 2005

First Swim in Carribean

That's Roger showing off at Bahia Honda State Parkin the Florida Keys.

Sunday, February 13, 2005

Obligatory Key West Photo

Here we are escaping Alaska's long winter in Key West on our Florida vacation.

Friday, January 21, 2005

Nighttime View From Our Window

The aurora borealis produce a faint glow out our front window.

Thursday, January 6, 2005

View From Our Window

When we are lucky, Mother Nature greets us with this morning view out our front window.