Eagles rule the Homer skies

When touring Alaska, one of the real treats is the sheer number of American bald eagles that can be approached to within easy camera range. One of the best places to do this is in Homer at the end of the Kenai Peninsula, about 210 miles south of Anchorage.

Driving to Homer, keep a lookout to your right for the last 50 miles or so. You'll almost certainly see plenty of eagles cruising up and down the coast. In Homer, drive out on the spit and take a picture of any eagle that strikes your fancy. You'll find them sitting on pilings, on deck rails, on buildings and on boats. This one was sitting on the rail of a deck that extended out over part of the beach.