The run to Homer was as P-Rock described - nice going out, unremarkable during the middle, and nice again descending into Homer and the Homer Spit. No disrespect to the unremarkable part - many fishing camps along the river and bay, very active fishing zone. Today was probably the most campers/trailers seen on Alaska roadways - Homer would appear a popular destination - in fact, there are huge parks in Homer and on the Spit dedicated to the aluminum wheeled boxes. Homer starts high on a hill, descending to sea level downtown. A small bridge then crosses to the Homer Spit, where the fishing charters reside, as well as the restaurants and shops.
Another hazy day for photos. The ride then took us to Lands End - the end of the Spit:
Stopping high on the hill to take in the view entering Homer:
Another hazy day for photos. The ride then took us to Lands End - the end of the Spit:
The volcano can be seen in the clouds, along with other mountains in the Kenai Range. We had lunch (Halibut for me - what else - P-Rock created a small disturbance by ordering the Salmon). Fishing really dominates the area - personal and day boats. We happened to catch one coming in after lunch:
It is fairly common to see halibut in the 100+ range, with a fair number approaching 300+ pounds. Having cleaned a number of Jersey shore flounder, these must be a dream to fillet.
Off to dinner (likely Halibut).
Blackie out.
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Wow the halibut looks yummy. We are eating vegan in Ithaca.
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