August 2nd Potluck

We ran into to town early today as we were running low on fuel - truck and camper.  While we were there, we decided to take advantage of the incredible weather and had lunch on the deck of the Stikine Inn for Janet's last day in Wrangell.   

Even though the weather continues to be as sunny as ever, the temps did break a bit today - giving us a break from Thursday's oppressive heat.  

The potluck featured an entomologist from Juneau who spoke about invasive insect species in SE Alaska.  It was fascinating to hear about the challenges of lab work in getting an invasive species to thrive in lab conditions.  It is apparently very tough, even though they thrive in the cold, wet environs of Alaska, replicating them indoors is a challenge for researchers.  

The potluck was well attended with only one visiting camper - a woman from Quebec who spoke very little English.  When I invited her, she said that she had no food but woukd bring me a beer if I would provide her portion.  When she arrived, she brought a can of maple syrup.....and a beer for me.  A French Canadian with beer and maple syrup.....the only thing missing here is the tuque and some back bacon, eh?  Take off you hoser!