The
Two RV Gypsies: Full-Time RVers
at Alyeska Resort Aerial Tramway 1000 Arlberg Avenue, Alyeska Resort Girdwood, AK 99587 June 16, 2009 |
The Alyeska Resort Aerial Tramway
is a seven-minute ride to a viewing deck which provides breath-taking
panoramic views of majestic mountains, hanging glaciers, sparkling streams,
towering spruce, and possibly an array of wildlife. On this date, two
restaurants were open daily during the summer season at the 2,300 foot
level. There were telescopes on the Glacier Terminal viewing deck to intensify
the great view at the ski resort. (check
their website for days open, hours, and costs. or call '907.754.2275
for other information. |
Below: The view from bottom to the top of mountain. It is hard to believe, but many people hike up this mountain, then ride the tram down. NOT the two RV Gypsies! | |
Below: A view of The Hotel
Alyeska as the tram began its ride upward. |
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Temperature
at the bottom of the mountain was about 50 degrees F and about 40 degrees
F at the top. On this date, the tram operated two cars on a counterweight
system -- as one car goes up the other car comes down. Maximum Speed is
26 miles per hour. Average Capacity: Each of the two cars holds a maximum
of 60 persons. 800 persons per hour maximum in the winter. |
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Elevation at the Lower Tram Terminal: 306 feet - Elevation at the Glacier Tram Terminal: 2,334 Feet - Vertical Rise: 2,025 Feet - Length of Span: 3,869 Feet |
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Below: A building filled
with explosives used to prevent avalanches. |
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Below: Karen Duquette entering
the gift shop |
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Karen
Duquette met a large bear in the gift shop doorway of the hotel and yelled
for help! |
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LOL |
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