Long harsh winters, frequent summer fires, and a short growing season are all characteristics of the boreal forest that limit the types of trees capable of thriving in such conditions. Here in the interior of Alaska, towards the southern end of the boreal extent, dense stands of spruce and birch dominate the landscape. Like whitecaps upon an endless churning sea, the frosted forest canopy envelopes the rolling landscape, stretching out to the horizon in all directions. At ground level the forest at times feels claustrophobic, and can leave you longing for the relief of open spaces. When viewed from above, however, particularly during the golden hours of dawn and dusk, the beauty of the boreal forest is revealed.
Canon EOS 60D, Canon EF 70-200mm f/4L USM + 1.4x, ISO-400 f/11 @ 1/500 sec.
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