The waters of Southeast Alaska are rich in nutrients and oxygen - a good combination for marine life, large and small. Every day we see many examples of the productivity of this area. From tiny planktonic organisms that we examine under the video microscope, to the great whales that awe, fascinate and humble us while we observe their various behaviors from different perspectives, all life is interconnected.
Glacier Bay National Park is recognized as a place of outstanding natural beauty and cultural, geologic, and biologic significance. It has been set aside to preserve and protect these aspects and attributes, which are integral parts of a larger picture. Human inhabitants of the planet come to this area to enjoy some of what the park has to offer in a way that is consistent with this ideal. There is much for us to learn here.
Morning fog lifted today to reveal a dramatic and dynamic world and our voyage through this waterway came alive with birds, sea lions, whales, bears, seals, calving glaciers, mountains, flowers, and a mother moose with her calf as this first day of summer came to a close. The experience has helped us recognize our place and responsibility as functional members of human societies. Our lives have been enriched in many ways.
