Bus trip in Denali Nat’l Park

George and Jane relax in front of Frank Sutton's bus#287. We all became one with the bus during our 11 hour bus ride to Wonder Lake located at the end of the Park Road. The lake quite possibly got its name as it seems a "wonder" that people survive the journey. Unbelievably, the trip was broken up with enough rest breaks that 11 hrs. didn't seem unbearable. The spectacular scenery and wildlife kept us on the edge of our seats, cameras and binoculars at the ready. Our fingers became strong putting the bus windows up when passing another bus on the dusty road and then down to allow for air. It was too hot for windows to be up and too dusty to leave them down. A forceful slamming of the window at the top locked it in place. Although the mode of transportation was primitive, it seemed in keeping with the landscape.