Day Paddle 2 Die 4

Trip Start Mar 23, 2008
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Trip End Sep 23, 2008


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(Milford Sound hotels)

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Wednesday, April 9, 2008

We drove down highway 94, a total of 120 km each way, to Milfred Sound for an amazing morning of sea kayaking.  Actually, Milfred Sound is not a sound at all; it is a fjord.  We've learned (yes, our brains are not turned completely off) that a sound is created by river erosion and has the characteristic of V-shaped valleys between the mountains on each side of the river.  A fjord is created by glacial erosion and has the characteristic of U-shaped valleys between the mountains on each side of the glacier.  There, now you know too.

In person, Milfred Sound more breathtaking than any pictures we've seen on postcards or descriptions we've heard from other travelers.  It was one of the most beautiful places we have ever been.  The planes and helicopters that constantly buzz overhead looked like little flies next to the gigantic mountains.  New Zealand fur seals (which actually are not seals, but sea lions) were sunning themselves on the rocky banks.  The sun was shining bright without a cloud in the sky.  We could not have ordered up a better day for paddling.

Enjoy the pics......
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rrs
rrs on Apr 10, 2008 at 01:32PM

Great Pics and Is that Top Ramen.......AGAIN?
The Kayaking looked like fun. Were you part of a group? How many? Aren't you guys getting tired of eating Top Ramen? We are enjoying your pictures so keep them coming! Have fun and be safe.

Robert from Ben's former office.

tlcyphert
tlcyphert on Apr 10, 2008 at 03:33PM

Amazing
really guys, you photos are so great to look at. i love that you are having a great time and it looks so beuatiful. keep up the photos and the great times. :)

tera from ben's old job

lindiquilts
lindiquilts on Apr 11, 2008 at 12:40AM

We want to be kayaking, too!!!!!
What glorious scenery! The water looks so clear and smooth and the mountains and glaciers so majestic. Too bad you had to have Ramen to go with it! We sure do wish we could have joined your kayaking adventure! At least you could give your feet another day of rest. RICK looks great after his flushing! Love, Mom and Dad K

mlconway
mlconway on Apr 12, 2008 at 01:26AM

WOW!
Hey Max and Benny- What an adventure! My kids are loving your pics! We will keep track of you and are so enjoying your adventure from here in CO. Keep making memories!!
Mary Lynn (your friendly bookkeeper)
P.S. Call me when you get back about expensing RICK and his repairs :-D

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