[Mama_Bear]

It's a great town, but it's population is about 16000 and tourists double that when there are 5 boats in town. I know that after a couple of months, I learned to count how many boats were in moorage (as we came into Ketchikan for liberty), and figure out whether I wanted to go downtown or not.....

I hear what you're saying.

I think when we were there, we were the only cruise ship docked in Ketchikan, but in Juneau, there were at least three other ships along with us. You couldn't even get into the Red Dog Saloon - it was just over-run with tourists.

[DollyCali]

Hi John, got back a few min ago. sorry I missed you but looks like you fit right in.

all.. john is not only military.. but a professional chef & also a top flight IT guy. and likes pets & has a good sense of humor.

John, we have quite a few active & reserve & retired military men AND women who frequent this thread. so glad you shared some of what you did this past year in Alaska. Hope you can share some pix maybe tomorrow. do you have a server to park pix on? You can use mine if you need to.

[DollyCali]

Welcome Back Mr. ScubaChick

Have a wonderful time wth your family & friends

Thank you for your service to our country