June 25, 2002 10:10 AM

begin push back to alaska for further adventure. came upon curious sight, village natives called "Destruction Bay." D-9 Catepillar tractor served as welcome sign. upon further investigation, however, we found destruction bay to be most agreeable place, with huge mtns. big lakes and fine people. it appears name is way for town to defend self against unwelcome guests. perhaps local nederland mbers should employ similar technique. for example, call habit trail "intestinal gas" trail or something disagreeable like that. we proceed on through the wild.