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 It was another beautiful day in Alaska and we got to enjoy it on kayaks. We went to Homer and took a boat over to Yukon Island. There we geared up on double kayaks and started the scenic leisurely ride paddling around the island and near Elephant rock, covering an estimated 3 miles of ocean. Along the way we spotted plenty of wildlife including a sea anemone, sea otters, starfish, and bald eagles. On the far side of the island we sat on a beach to enjoy lunch and a nice cup of hot chocolate to warm up. While we were eating lunch and the tide was racing in we were able to spot a pod of orca whales. After that, we learned how natives had been on the island for thousands of years and it became a large archaeological site. We proceeded to kayak back to the end. On the way there some groups decided to race to the finish, which led to lots of laughs and collisions during the rush. One group decided to take a refreshing dip in the ocean. Thankfully everyone made it safely to the beach, two people a little more wet than when we began. Once we unloaded, we got on the boat back to Homer and saw a humpback whale in the distance. Then we were back home for some much needed rest after the fun and adventurous day. 


-Lily and Courtney 



















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