Seven-Years Ago (29-August-2009) — Alaska Marine Highway

Gone to See North America Road Trip. Day 08: Alaska Marine Highway on the MV Columbia.

Orca Venting from the Deck of the MV Columbia Traveling North Through the Inner Passage to Alaska. Image taken with a Nikon D3 camera and 80-400 mm VR lens (ISO 220, 400 mm, f/5.6, 1/400 sec).

Orca Venting from the Deck of the MV Columbia. Traveling North on the Alaska Marine Highway. Image taken with a Nikon D3 camera and 80-400 mm VR lens (ISO 220, 400 mm, f/5.6, 1/400 sec). (David J Mathre)
Orca Venting from the Deck of the MV Columbia. Traveling North on the Alaska Marine Highway. Image taken with a Nikon D3 camera and 80-400 mm VR lens (ISO 220, 400 mm, f/5.6, 1/400 sec). (David J Mathre)

Author: David Mathre

I am a scientist by training (Eckerd College, BSc; Caltech, Ph.D.). I worked for 27 years as a Chemist in the Pharmaceutical Industry developing processes to manufacture medicines for human and animal health. I now spend my time as a photographer and world traveler. My interests include the natural world, wildlife, landscapes, sky, and seascapes, travel, and astrophotography. I look for unique ways of viewing the world and presenting my images. I have traveled to over 55 countries in six continents, often on Semester at Sea voyages. While at home in New Jersey, I spend time on home renovation and expansion of a wildflower garden/meadow.

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