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O P T I O N A L S H O R E E X C U R S I O N S O N Y O U R J O U R N E Y D O G S L E D D I N G O N M E N D E N H A L L G L AC I E R K LU K WA N CU LT U R A L E X P E R I E N C E , S K AG WAY, U S A A DAY IN THE LIVES OF AL ASK AN FISHERMEN Delve into the lives of Alaskan fishermen as you sail on board a genuine crab -fishing vessel. During your adventure on calm, protec ted waters, you will meet men who brave the ocean daily and hear their tales of sur vival at sea and the lively camaraderie that develops among the crew. BEAR COUNTRY & WILDLIFE EXPEDITION Witness some of Alaska's famed wildlife as you journey to Herring Cove. An elevated boardwalk overlooking Eagle Creek allows you to keep watch for the arrival of bears who come here to fish for salmon. Shoals of fish return to the creek to spawn, which at trac ts the bears; you may spot other wildlife including bald eagles and seals. DOGSLEDDING ON MENDENHALL GL ACIER From the helipor t, soar over the spec tacular Alaskan landscape and admire the rainforests, alpine ridges and glacial valleys below. Land near an authentic dog mushing camp and join your musher and his team of Alaskan huskies as they take you across this rugged terrain on a bracing sledding experience. KLUKWAN CULTUR AL EXPERIENCE Immerse yourself in the indigenous culture of Chilkat Valley and the Tlingit people during a visit to Kluk wan, nestled bet ween mountain slopes and the shores of the Chilkat River. Learn about the rich culture during a guided tour of the Knowledge Camp and Heritage Center. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch beside the river before depar ting for the return journey to your ship. WHITE PASS SUMMIT BY VINTAGE R AIL C AR Retrace the steps of the Yukon's for tune seekers in their 19th- centur y quest for gold. Travel by vintage rail car and mar vel at scenic mountain vistas as you climb along Alaska's White Pass summit. See the original Klondike Trail of 1898 worn into the rock s, a reminder of those who traversed this route in search of gold. RESURREC TION BAY WILDLIFE CRUISE Explore the protec ted waters and rugged coast of Resurrec tion Bay on board an exclusive Viking- char tered vessel. Head out for an oppor tunit y to experience up - close encounters with wildlife. Along the way, stop to view any passing whale pods or frolicking sea ot ters. Enjoy a meal of Alaskan salmon and tender prime rib. 186 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit viking.com/oceans