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Opportunities for Adventure on Kodiak Island

Opportunity abounds on The Emerald Isle for viewing wildlife including eagles, whales, sea otters, harbor seals, Steller sea lions, more than 200 species of birds, red fox, buffalo and deer.

And occasionally, the very shy Kodiak brown bear, mountain goats, and river otters.  Even without the wildlife, Kodiak’s mountainous terrain, incredible wild flowers and lush greens can be stunning. www.kodiak.org

Kodiak Island is an amazing place to visit, full of wildlife and wilderness it is an absolute outdoors-man, and outdoors-woman, dream come true. Take a look at some photos of Kodiak below and then come stay with us to experience Kodiak for yourself.

 

Fishing – fresh and saltwater

The road system of Kodiak offers some of the world’s best salmon, trout and Dolly Varden streams and rivers. Whether you choose to fly fish or spin cast, you won’t be disappointed.  If you are looking for the big one – ocean charter fishing is available and recommended.

 

      Bill on Buskin   Barbara & Luann

Freshwater Guides

Darlene on boat with salmon   20160421_142044   midcatch

Saltwater Charter Fishing Guides:

Half day, full day or multi-day charters are available for saltwater fishing. Troll for salmon, jig for halibut or simply let the downrigger do the work for you. Your charter boat captain will teach you the ropes and supply the gear and bait. But beware! When you are catching your first halibut or salmon, you are required to “kiss the fish!”

 

Bear Viewing – Fly-out Guide or Wilderness Lodge

Bear-viewing is one of the most popular activities on Kodiak Island. The best time to see a Kodiak bear is between June and September and the best way to do so is in the company of a knowledgeable guide. Local air taxis offer half-day and full day viewing and float trips.

Bears fighting  brown bear 2   Bear paw print on beach

Bears are rarely seen on the road system, so if seeing a Kodiak brown bear is an important component of your Alaska experience, plan ahead, select a guide, and book your bear-viewing experience several months in advance.

Bear Viewing Guides

 Bear Viewing Wilderness Lodge

 

 Wild Geranium   Kodiak from Near Island   elk-bill on hill

Sight Seeing

Kodiak is the Home Port to the largest fishing fleet in the USA – you are welcome to walk the docks and see the fishing boats in harbor – The Maritime Museum has provided a number of story boards around the main down-town harbor that describes the different fishing boats. (Many times you can see several of the boats from Deadliest Catch in the  harbor).

Beach Combing is an ideal way to see some magnificent Kodiak scenery from the road system – I can direct you to several area beaches for beach combing – (you will need to provide transportation)

Hiking is great all along the road system, there is a great hiking guide available through Discover Kodiak www.kodiak.org  – it is put out by the Kodiak Island Trails Assoc.

 

 

Museums

 

Auto Rental

I recommend to all guests they rent a vehicle while on Kodiak as there is so much to see and do that to be with-out your own transportation is a disservice to you.

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