ms Volendam in Juneau July 28, 2017

[Copper10-8]

Two "clicks" on the radio without talking = "I copied"

[Copper10-8]

Probably just me but why is the startup and taxi out of the float planes so impotent? You can see that all day long :cool:

[rafinmd]

It's amazing. While the cam can zoom in close on the docking at CT they don't seem to get nearly as good a view of the operation as at AS. Maybe the camera angle is a bit different.

 

Copper, I think that may be the first takeoff of the day which may be why it got covered. Not so much float plane activity in the morning with no big ships in port.

 

Roy

[Scrapnana]

Next to the Mount Roberts tramway building; are you gonna have coffee with him? :cool:

 

 

 

Is it the building in the center of this picture?

[Copper10-8]

Is it the building in the center of this picture?

 

Yes, but that is also the U.S. CBP building

Volendam is scheduled for a visit by Juneau (Capital) Fire Dept with an engine co. and a paramedic rig for a medical disembark

[rafinmd]

Looks like the rain let up for at least the start of tours.

 

Roy

[Scrapnana]

Thanks, John! I was trying to think of a tower (like in FLL) but couldn't remember any. Inquiring minds!;)

[Copper10-8]

That appears to be National Geographic's Quest moored adjacent to VODM

[rafinmd]

That appears to be National Geographic's Quest moored adjacent to VODM

 

That it is. Apparently a new boat this year.

 

Roy

[Copper10-8]

Thanks, John! I was trying to think of a tower (like in FLL) but couldn't remember any. Inquiring minds!;)

 

Copy; I thought perhaps you had a coffee time meet 'n greet with the gentleman without discussing private tours and the likes ;)

 

Cruise Director Kelly making her arrival announcement which is a No No in Alaska on the outside deck speakers

[Happily@Sea]

I've never heard of a request to turn off outside speakers??

[Copper10-8]

That it is. Apparently a new boat this year.

 

Roy

 

Looks impressive for land tours, just like a DUKW

 

[rafinmd]

Cruise Director Kelly making her arrival announcement which is a No No in Alaska on the outside deck speakers

 

Is Kelly just starting her contract or did she forget?

 

Roy

[Copper10-8]

I've never heard of a request to turn off outside speakers??

 

A rule typical to Alaska and one of several strict ones dealing with air (emissions), water and noise pollution

[Happily@Sea]

A rule typical to Alaska and one of several strict ones dealing with air (emissions), water and noise pollution

 

 

Learned something new today - since I have never been to Alaska.

[Copper10-8]

Is Kelly just starting her contract or did she forget?

 

Roy

 

Forgot, I hope

[Copper10-8]

Sounds like the air brakes of a fire engine co. sans sirene

[Copper10-8]

Learned something new today - since I have never been to Alaska.

 

You don't have a desire to go? Beautiful, amazing and serene land! You won't regret it

[rafinmd]

Speaking of cutting pollution, how many Alaska ports are equipped with shore power hookups?

 

Roy

[Happily@Sea]

You don't have a desire to go? Beautiful, amazing and serene land! You won't regret it

 

Too cold and when it's a wet cold - it's even worst. Maybe if we could move the whole state further south??

[rafinmd]

Too cold and when it's a wet cold - it's even worst. Maybe if we could move the whole state further south??

So much grandeur; a decent parka makes a big difference but that's mostly on the ship. Most port days are pretty warm and there's so much beauty in Alaska and Antarctica that can be beautifully viewed from the comfort of the covered lido pool or the crow's nest.

 

I remember my first trip to Antarctica. I was on an expedition ship out of Ushuaia and while there were some chilly times that wasn't the worst. The expedition included flights and in the rest day of Santiago I packed up my cold weather gear. When I arrived in Miami and walked between terminals it was 37F.

 

Roy

[Copper10-8]

Speaking of cutting pollution, how many Alaska ports are equipped with shore power hookups?

 

Roy

 

None that I know off and for the Pacific Northwest, only Seattle that I am aware of, You would think Vancouver and/or Victoria would have it, as well as Juneau and Anchorage

[Copper10-8]

Too cold and when it's a wet cold - it's even worst. Maybe if we could move the whole state further south??

 

I've had some beautiful days in Alaska in mid to late-August. I know watching the Juneau webcam this summer makes a liar out of me but there really can be some sunny days which make your surroundings there even nicer! Going into Glacier Bay, Tracy Arm or Endicott Arm Fjord and gliding over water as smooth as glass with majestic mountains on both side of you, some still snow capped, waterfalls streaming down them, the many glaciers itself, you name it, just awe inspiring

[Happily@Sea]

See you all Monday. Maybe it will look warmer. :D

[Copper10-8]

Have a great weekend y'all webcam fans and be safe out there!