A fabulous day cruising on the Uchuck boat…
18 Probus members drove to Gold River on Mon, Aug 26, and thankfully it only rained that day.
On Tuesday, under beautiful sunny skies, we departed at 9 a.m. on the Uchuck III. This former mine sweeper drops off various supplies to fishing lodges, fish farms and outposts. They also transport kayakers to various drop off and pick up destinations, which seem to be in the middle of nowhere. It’s fun to watch the kayaks being lifted over the side of the ship on a sling. You could tell that any kayakers in our group were putting this on their “bucket” list.
The day was filled with beautiful scenery, yummy soup, chili and other wonderful goodies from the Uchuck kitchen. There were lots of laughs and good comaraderie with people in our group and others. It was a great way to get to know each other better.
A very large sea lion gave us a 10-15 minute show slapping a salmon, and dipping and diving with it. Eagles were seen, and if you were lucky you saw the black bear on the shoreline. Unfortunately, we didn’t see any whales this trip, but maybe next year.
After a day on the water, we enjoyed our second dinner at the Sea and Field restaurant, and then an early night as we were pretty tired from all the fresh air.
It was a great outing and many of us are talking about doing the Uchuck III trip next year that goes to Friendly Cove. This trip is a little shorter and you are off the boat for a portion of the time.
Thanks again for everyone that came. You made it a great trip.
submitted by Esther Reed
