DUTCH HARBOR, ALASKA

Two days here in Dutch Harbor. Chilly and wet, about 9 degs C. 5km the first day towards the town of Dutch Harbor then 7km out and back from the Port of Dutch Harbor up Ulakta Drive to the Aleutian World War 2 National Historic Area on Amaknak Island. Testing hill of about 300 metres elevation to an old bunker. Fog and rain but a glimpse of a spectacular view in clear weather.

KODIAK, ALASKA

Two days here in Kodiak, Alaska. Great run 20km out and back from the harbour in Kodiak along Rezanof Drive West past the airport. Beautiful scenery, undulating road, a couple of longish slopes along the way, great cool weather, a little windy on the way back to town. Quite a bit of traffic on this road, but more than enough room for everyone.

ANCHORAGE

Great three day stay here in Anchorage. The Coastal Trail perfect for jogging/cycling-runs from and around the city beyond the airport along the shore. Last day here-nice 12km out and back along the trail.

ANCHORAGE, ALASKA

Three days here in Anchorage, Alaska. Great place for running along the Coastal Trail. Organised a 5km Time Trial/Fun Run out and back along the Trail--10 hardy souls from the World Runners showed up at 0700 to do battle-great time had by all. Wonderful weather-warm!

CORDOVA, ALASKA

Short stay here in Cordova, Alaska. Nice 10km out and back on the road to the airport, along the lake. Great scenery, cool weather about 10 degs C. Fishing the big thing here.

ICY STRAIT POINT, ALASKA

Nice day here at Icy Strait Point, Hoonah, Alaska. 13km out and back through town towards the airfield. Great King crab bisque after the run.

HAINES, ALASKA

Two days here in Haines, Alaska. Good 20km run out and back from the pier along the Haines Highway. Great scenery, cool weather, a bit of a sprinkle now and then.