2025 Seward Hometown & Relocation Guide

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This is the ancestral homeland of the Alutiiq, or Sugpiaq, people, who have called the rocky coasts and icy, glacial bays of the outer Kenai Peninsula coasts and the Kenai Fjords home since time immemorial.

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WELCOME TO SEWARD, A VIBRANT COMMUNITY NESTLED BETWEEN MOUNTAINS AND THE SEA. Seward is home to a vibrant community with a deep appreciation for the natural environment, local history, and culture, with hundreds of thriving small businesses, robust maritime and tourism industries, as well as valuable educational and research opportunities.

The Seward Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome you to our charming coastal community. We have the close-knit feeling of small-town Alaska paired with an entrepreneurial spirit that drives Seward to grow stronger year after year.

Whether you’re here for the summer or for the long haul, welcome to the neighborhood!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS THE BASICS ................................. 6 LOCAL GOVERNMENT............... 8 THE CIT Y OF SEWARD ............... 9 LIVING IN SEWARD ................... 10 COMMUNIT Y RESOURCES ..... 12 EMERGENCY SERVICES .......... 13 HEALTH CARE ........................... 14 SCHOOLS/EDUCATION ........... 15

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HYPER ......................................... 16 HISTORY & CULTURE ................ 19 OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES ............ 20 HEALTH & WELLNESS .............. 21 SEWARD PARKS & REC ............ 22 SHUT TLE & PARKS MAP ........... 24 RESURRECTION RIVER

NEIGHBORHOODS .................. 26 GET TING AROUND ................... 27 AL ASK A RAILROAD ................ 28 LOCAL EVENTS ........................ 30 STAYING & PL AYING ................. 31 DINING AT A GL ANCE .............. 32 SERVICES DIRECTORY .......... 34 MORE LOCAL INFO .................. 47 PUBLISHER Seward Chamber of Commerce © 2025 Samantha Allen - Executive Director Ally Burdett - Communications Coordinator Malia Hewitt - Member & Visitor Services Coordinator

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As Alaska’s only deep-water, icefree por t with rail, highway, and air transpor tation, the city of Seward is well-situated and easily accessible from Alaska’s major hubs and the Lower 48.

However, Seward’s history as a meeting point long predates roads and railways.

In the Alutiiq language, Seward is known as Qutekcak, meaning ‘big beach’ and served the Alutiiq, Sugpiaq, and other Alaska Native peoples as SEWARD HOMETOWN GUIDE

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a meeting area. The robust marine ecosystem and convenient geographic location made Seward, or Qutekcak, a mixing area for groups throughout Southcentral Alaska.

Seward’s history continues to grow and morph to the needs at the time. After the purchase of Alaska by the United States in 1867, American settlers came to Seward and founded the city in 1903 as a supply base and terminal for a railway.

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TALK TO US Our friendly local experts are happy to answer your questions about the Seward area. Feel free to call or email us anytime. The Seward Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center is open weekdays year-round and daily from midMay through mid-September. Be sure to drop by and say hello - we’d love to welcome you to Seward in person!

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OUR COMMUNIT Y Our seaside city is home to approximately 2,800 year-round residents with another 2,000 living in the areas outside of city limits.

The greater Seward area encompasses unincorporated communities and neighborhoods from Lowell Point to Primrose, and from Nashwoods to Exit Glacier and beyond.

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During the busier summer season, the local area population doubles, with the addition of nearly 2,500 seasonal residents. In addition, we see an average of 20,000 travelers daily.

A full range of local services supports the Seward area community including grocers, restaurants, a variety of retail shops, post office, public library, hospital, pharmacy, police, and fire departments, as well as an elementary, middle, and high school.

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OUR WILD NEIGHBORS

Surrounded by pristine wilderness and vast publicly managed lands and waters, Seward’s neighbors include Alaska State Parks, Alaska State Marine Parks, USFWS Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, Chugach National Forest, and Kenai Fjords National Park. The City of Seward manages public lands within city boundaries, while DNR maintains the Mt. Marathon bowl and race trail.

Wildlife encounters in and around Seward are not uncommon. Land mammals such as moose, black bear, brown bear, coyote, beaver, porcupine, and mountain goat call the Seward area home. Many marine and bird species can also be spotted, including the Steller sea lion, sea otter, harbor seal, humpback whale, bald eagle, puffins, and more. The safest way to interact with local wildlife is to respect them and keep a safe distance.

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OUR ECONOMY Seward’s economic mainstays include commerce, tourism, and education, as well as thriving marine industry sectors, including marine suppor t services, marine research and education, and commercial fishing.

Seward is home to the Alaska SeaLife Center, the Alaska Vocational Technical Center, the University of Alaska’s

Institute of Marine Science, and the Alutiiq Pride Shellfish Hatchery. The largest employers include the State of Alaska, the City of Seward, Providence Medical Center, the Alaska SeaLife Center, the Kenai Peninsula School District, and Safeway.

Find out more from our partners at the Kenai Peninsula Economic Development District.

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Established in 1964, Seward’s boat harbor welcomes a variety of vessels including the local fishing fleet, charter fishing boats, tour boats, the US Coast Guard Cutter Mustang, and more.

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Seward Port & Harbor is an Alaska Clean Harbor - “where clean boating is good business.”

CIT Y GOVERNMENT

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Seward is a council-manager form of government. Under this form of government, the voters of the City of Seward elect the Mayor and City Council. The City Manager is appointed by the elected 7-person City Council to administer municipal affairs at the direction of City Council. The council also appoints a City Attorney and City Clerk.

Seward is located within the Kenai Peninsula Borough - incorporated in 1964 as a second-class borough. An elected Borough Mayor serves as the chief administrator who works with an elected 9-member legislative assembly, on which Seward has one seat. The Borough is responsible for area-wide education, solid-waste management, planning and zoning, taxation and assessment. Local service area boards provide hospital, fire, and emergency services.

The Mayor and City Council act together as the Governing Body. The Governing Body, being the elected representative of the people, adopts all ordinances and resolutions and determines the general goals and policies of the city.

TAXATION

The City Council traditionally meets the second and four th Mondays of each month.

The city, along with the state of Alaska, has no personal income tax.

Real/personal proper ty tax within the city is 9.14 mils, which includes 3.84 mils for the city, 4.30 mils for the

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THE CITY OF SEWARD Employing nearly 90 year-round employees, the City of Seward provides and supports a wide range of services including a 24-hr police department, fire department, library, boat harbor, community development, building and engineering, public works, parks and recreation, water/ wastewater, and electric utilities.

Visit cityofseward.us to learn more about the City of Seward administration, see available job opportunities, programs and departments, current City Council and Mayor, and various serving citizen committees.

The City Council traditionally meets the second and fourth Mondays of each month.

All meetings are streamed live on the city’s YouTube channel.

borough, 1.00 mils for the Seward/ Bear Creek Area Flood Service Board. The real/personal proper ty tax outside the city, but within the borough is at 6.70 mils, which includes 4.30 mils for the borough, 1.00 mils for the Seward/Bear Creek Area Flood Service Board, and 1.40 mils for Road Maintenance.

The sales tax for Seward is 4%. The sales tax for the Borough is 3%. The city of Seward also has a 4% bed tax.

VOTING INFORMATION Find more information about municipal, borough, state, and federal elections by visiting the City of Seward’s voting information page online.

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CITY MANAGER Kathleen Sorensen City Manager ksorensen@cityofseward.net Office: 907-224-4012 Jason Bickling, Deputy City Manager jbickling@cityofseward.net Office: 907-224-4066 410 Adams St. PO Box 167 Seward, AK 99664

CIT Y OF SEWARD UPDATES The City of Seward utilizes an email notification system to update residents on city meetings, events, and other pertinent information.

Visit cityofseward.us/community/news/ email-notifications to sign up for notifications from a variety of different city departments including general news and council calendars, electric outages, job postings, and RFPS and Bids. You can update and edit your preferences at any time.

Be sure to subscribe to the City Manager newsletter through the portal to receive biweekly updates from all of the city departments. You can also see previous editions of the City Manager Newsletter at cityofseward.us/ departments/city-manager/newsletter.

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HOUSING With its small footprint, the Seward housing market is diverse but competitive - it can take a while to find the perfect housing opportunity.

A variety of options are available for home buyers from high-end real estate to starter properties. Renters can choose from single-family homes, apartments, and more unique rentals such as yurts or dry cabins. Some businesses provide housing for seasonal employees, as most shortterm rentals are utilized by visitors on the nightly-rental market during the busy summer tourism months.

residential and commercial customers both inside and outside of city limits. Water and sewer services are provided to those who live within city limits. To pay your utility bill, get answers about utility billing, or get services turned on or off contact the Utility Desk at (907) 224-4050.

GAS & FUEL Heating fuel (oil or propane) is delivered by local providers Shoreside Petroleum or Amerigas PHONE, INTERNET & TV

The City of Seward provides public utilities including electricity to the City of Seward and the surrounding area.

The Seward Electric Department provides power for nearly 3,000

Telecommunications (land-line telephone, cellular service, internet) and cable television support are available from TelAlaska. Many areas surrounding Seward are ‘service’ dead zones. Residents should be prepared when driving past Mile 10 on the Seward Highway to operate

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with limited cell service. While most cell phone service providers work in Seward, GCI, AT&T, and Verizon Wireless are the most reliable.

WASTE MANAGEMENT In Seward, Alaska Waste provides residential, commercial, and construction garbage collection services to homes, businesses, and construction sites. Garbage, recycling, and some hazardous waste can be disposed of at the KPB Solid Waste - Seward Transfer Facility, at 3200 Dimond Blvd, Monday - Saturday,8:00 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. (and open Sundays 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. from May September). For landfill guidelines visit kpb.us/swd-waste or call (907) 224-5327.

RECYCLING Volunteer-run Sustainable Seward helps implement more solutions for waste reduction and recycling, including public recycling drop-off locations at the Harbor Uplands and the Third Ave. alley downtown, and hosting an annual electronics recycling event. Visit sustainableseward.org for local recycling guidelines and resources.

LICENSE/REGISTRATION The Seward DMV is a City of Seward office contracted with the State of Alaska to provide motor vehicle services to the Seward area. As a limited-employee office, hours are subject to change. Be sure to have any forms (found online at doa.alaska.gov) filled prior to visiting and call (907) 2244037 to confirm hours before arriving.

POSTAL SERVICES The Seward Post Office, located at 408 Madison Street, offers mail and package delivery, P.O. boxes, and shipping supplies. Open Monday– Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., it serves as a key resource for the community. For details, call (907) 224-3991 or visit usps.com. Private courier services like FedEx and UPS also operate in the area.

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PUBLIC WORKS The Seward Public Works Department maintains, repairs, and improves approximately 31 miles of paved and unpaved roads, maintains utilities, water distribution, and wastewater collection, as well as provides some snow removal and sanding for safer roads in winter months. You can reach SPWD at (907) 224-4058.

PETS IN SEWARD Seward is a pet-friendly community and many residents include dogs, cats, rabbits, horses, chickens, or goats as part of their family household. Seward does not have a full-time veterinarian - most locals utilize vet services in Soldotna or Anchorage. City pet licensing requirements can be found at cityofseward.us. The Seward Animal Shelter, located at 601 Sea Lion Ave., assists the Seward community and provides pet adoption services.

Seward Dog Lodge offers doggie daycare and boarding options.

GROCERIES & SUNDRIES With several grocers, liquor stores, gas stations, a health food store and pharmacy, most daily needs can be met in the Seward area. Locals often make the trek to nearby communities like Anchorage or Soldotna for specialty goods or large grocery runs.

BIG BUYS A trip out of town may be necessary to find certain items, or bigger purchases like appliances and furniture. For delivery service, contact Portage Transport or Orange Bike Delivery to arrange a freight pick-up.

SHOPPING Seward’s shops and galleries offer something for everyone, from everyday essentials and outdoor gear to unique handmade local crafts.

For great second-hand finds, check out local thrift stores like Gypsea Treasure Trunk and Ukanuzit.

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SEWARD COMMUNITY LIBRARY LOCAL SOCIAL MEDIA Many local groups and businesses use Facebook to communicate news or engage in discussion. Many businesses are also on Instagram. It’s always a good bet to check social media for the latest news about operational hours, sales, and events from your favorite business before arriving.

Follow the Seward Chamber on social media @SewardChamber to stay up-todate on community and business news.

Be sure to follow the City of Seward Clerk’s Office on Facebook, and @sewardpolice and @kpbalerts for official aler ts and announcements.

LOCAL MEDIA Seward’s only local radio station Seward Public Radio can be found at 91.7/106.1 KIBH-FM. Free, over-theair television is available on Channel 7.

EMERGENCY ALERTS For emergency notifications, including ear thquake and tsunami warnings, sign up for Nixle aler ts by texting your zip code to 888777.

TSUNAMI WARNINGS A tsunami broadcasting system test alarm can be heard throughout Seward on the first Wednesday of each month at 1:00 p.m.

ORGANIZATIONS The Seward community is suppor ted by a robust network of non-profit organizations, trade associations, and education and research institutions.

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These groups provide a plethora of vital services and resources to local citizens and their families.

RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS In the greater Seward area, you’ll find churches of many denominations, as well as non-denominational and interdenominational places of worship.

SERVICE & VOLUNTEERING Seward boasts an active service community, with a number of volunteer-run and suppor ted groups providing services and hosting events year-round. Check local social media pages and Seward.com/volunteer for oppor tunities. ​​ MORE LOCAL RESOURCES He Will Provide Food Pantry operates Thursdays from 3:00–6:00 p.m. at 238 Fifth Ave (the City Annex building), with access in the alley between Adams and Washington Streets, behind the Seward Community Library.

The volunteer-run Seward Homeless Connection offers laundry vouchers, shower tokens, as well as housing, and financial assistance to help cover the costs of basic needs. Contact homelssconnections.seward@gmail.com or call (907) 422-7653.

The American Legion, Post 5 is located at 402 5th Ave. For a full list of services and projects, visit americanlegionpost5.com.

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that transports fresh meals to our local seniors. Visit sewardsenior.org for a full list of services and events.

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The Seward Community Library & Museum is a place where you can read, research, educate, learn, meet and grow. It is a hub for learning, creativity, and connection, offering youth programs, digital and financial literacy classes, story time, and recreation. The library offers printing, research help and community spaces for events like workshops or parties. Everyone—of all ages and backgrounds—are welcome.

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Bear Creek Volunteer Fire & Emergency Medical Services

The Safe Harbor Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault (DVSA) Program serves both residents and visitors to Seward, Moose Pass, Cooper Landing and Hope.

Seward’s Safe Harbor DVSA can help victims get to safety immediately. Or they can help create plans to keep themselves and their families as safe as possible in their current circumstances. ​24/7 CRISIS LINE: (907) 362-1843 Youth 360 Seward offers life-giving programs that inspire kids and help families bond in healthy, fun ways.

Bloom serves new parents and their children and provides support, education, love and resources.

Sources of Strength helps kids in Seward learn critical mental health skills, so they can build resilience, release trauma, and feel emotionally empowered.

Seward Strong offers pro-active education about how to raise kids in a way that supports their highest wellbeing, and offers inspiring solutions to help prevent and heal trauma.

To learn more about Seward Prevention Coalition programs, contact (907) 362-2466 visit www. sewardpreventioncoalition.org or email info@spcalaska.org.

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Seward Contact: (907) 224-3346 Non-Emergency Dispatch (907) 262-4453 201 Third Ave. Seward, AK 99664 www.dps.state.ak.us/ast

Seward Police Department (907) 224-3338 410 Adams St.

FIRE SERVICES

(907) 224-3345 13105 Seward Hwy., Mile 5.5

Lowell Point Volunteer Fire Dept.

(907) 224-6050 13915 Lowell Point Rd., P.O. Box 3193

Moose Pass Volunteer Fire Co. (907) 288-3665 35390 Seward Hwy, Moose Pass, AK 99631

Seward Fire Department (907) 224-3445 316 Four th Ave.

ER MEDICAL SERVICES Providence Emergency Clinic (907) 224-5205 417 First Ave., P.O. Box 365

Seward Volunteer Ambulance Corps (907) 224-3987 200 D Street, P.O. Box 1136

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24-HR Crisis Line (907) 224-3027 DV/SA Crisis Line (907)362-1843 Main Office (907) 224-5257

ANIMAL CONTROL ASLC Rescue & Rehabilitation Hotline Report stranded marine mammals or birds.

(888) 774-7325

Seward Animal Shelter & Control (907) 224-7495 (Mon – Fri 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

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SEWARD MOUNTAIN HAVEN PROVIDENCE MEDICAL & CARE CENTER A designated critical access hospital and level IV trauma center, Providence Seward Medical and Care Center features a 24-hour ER and 4-bed in-patient hospital and provides comprehensive emergency medical services to the greater Seward area. For situations that can’t be handled on-site, medevac services to Anchorage are available.

Providence Seward Mountain Haven, a state-of-the-ar t long-term care facility, opened in 2009 with a capacity of 40 residents.

SEWARD COMMUNIT Y HEALTH CENTER Seward Community Health Center is

a federally qualified community health center, providing comprehensive primary healthcare services including immunizations, laboratory tests, well-child visits, school and spor ts physicals, prenatal and postpar tum care, and general health education and counseling. SCHC does not discriminate based on the ability to pay and offers a sliding fee discount program. Contact SCHC at (907) 224-2273.

CHUGACHMIUT Chugachmiut’s NorthStar Health Clinic is dedicated to quality primary care with a focus on preventative education and screening. The clinic provides acute and chronic illness care, emergency care, routine

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screening exams, well childcare and immunizations, prenatal care, and behavioral health.

The NorthStar Dental Clinic provides services to beneficiaries and their family members. Staff travel to four remote villages to provide residents state-of-the-ar t dental care.

Other services include Tribal Home Visiting for families with children under age 5, family practice, public health, physical therapy, chiropractic care, counseling services, and a pharmacy. Chugachmiut has renovated it’s facilities and is slated to open it’s new doors in Spring of 2025.

EXPECTING PARENTS None of the Seward area medical facilities provide childbir th options.

Many expecting parents opt to travel and spend time leading up to their due date in Anchorage or Soldotna.

SEAVIEW Seaview Community Services provides community-based social, mental health, and substance use disorder services for children, adolescents, and adults to improve relationships, strengthen families, foster self-sufficiency, and enhance lives.

24-HR CRISIS LINE: (907) 224-3027

SEWARD AREA HOSPICE The Seward Area Hospice provides compassionate end-of-life care to enable dignity and choice for the individual and the family. Visit sewardareahospice.org or call (907) 224-3051.

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Schools & Education Visit KPBSD’s new “school profile” tool to compare different schools and learn the ins & outs.

SEWARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION & DAYCARE Early childhood education options in Seward are available but limited.

Seward Elementary School offers kindergar ten for children at 5 years old.

For younger and alternative options, local grassroots organization HYPER is dedicated to providing resources to families and caregivers. For more information visit hyperseward.org.

K-12 SCHOOLS Kenai Peninsula Borough School District (KPBSD) serves over 9,200 students from pre-k through high school. The district covers 25,600 square miles – larger than the entire state of West Virginia! Within Seward, KPBSD operates elementary, middle (78th grade), and high school.

HOMESCHOOLING OPTIONS KPBSD offers homeschooling options, with offices in Homer, Soldotna, and Seward to serve families and students who reside on the Kenai Peninsula.

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school in the district, and has the added suppor t from being a par t of the KPBSD school district, with students receiving a KPBSD high school diploma.

HIGHER EDUCATION Seward is the primary base for the Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) – offering applied technologies, building trades, information technologies, the U.S.C.G..-approved Alaska Maritime Training Center, and the Alaska Culinary Academy. Seward also hosts a Kenai Peninsula College extension site.

RESEARCH & OUTREACH Seward is home to some of the top minds and resources when it comes to marine research and education with organizations and facilities like the Alaska SeaLife Center, Alutiiq Pride Marine Institute, UAF - Seward Marine Center, Kenai Fjords National Park, Kenai Mountains Turnagain Arm National Heritage Area, Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association, Alaska Department of Fish & Game, and the Bear Creek Weir & Trail Lakes Hatchery.

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In 2019, the findings from a community survey, revealed a childcare gap of over 80 slots in the community. By 2021, Seward was officially identified as a “childcare deser t” by Providence Seward Medical Center’s Community Health Needs Assessment, highlighting the urgent need for action.

Happy Youth Programs and Educational Resources (HYPER), a program under the Seward Prevention Coalition (SPC), has been instrumental in addressing the critical childcare deficit in Seward, Alaska. HYPER’s mission is to expand licensed childcare options to meet the growing needs of local families.

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In response, HYPER was launched, and in 2021, secured funding from Norwegian Cruise Line for economic recovery effor ts. This funding was passed through the City of Seward to Seward Prevention Coalition, and suppor ted the creation of HYPER’s Childcare Provider Star tup Grant, which assists with licensing, equipment, and critical hands-on suppor t to childcare providers navigating the complex licensing process.

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In 2023, HYPER was awarded the Community Innovation Grant, allowing the organization to fur ther expand its impact. However, this funding is set to sunset at the end of the 2025 calendar year. This funding has enabled HYPER to open new programming to suppor t licensed childcare providers and families, including: RISE (Retainment Incentives & Support for Educators): An incentive program that encourages childcare providers to pursue further education and training in early childhood education with bi-annual awards.

Family Childcare Stipend:

As a result, HYPER has successfully increased licensed childcare capacity by 150% since its inception. From 2022 to 2024, the program added 30 new fulltime childcare slots, with plans to reach 70 by the end of this 2025. This growth has significantly reduced families’ reliance on informal childcare options.

A program providing monthly financial assistance to all Seward families enrolled in a licensed childcare program to help cover the cost of childcare.

Quarterly Provider Networking Events: These events help childcare providers share best practices, collaborate, and access ongoing training to meet licensing requirements.

Education Bridge Program: This program reimburses providers, staff and students enrolled in middle college for their educational expenses, including tuition costs and time commitment, to encourage professional development in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and/or specialized training.

HYPER’s par tnership with RuralCap also helps provide infrastructure suppor t for individuals star ting licensed in-home childcare, creating sustainable childcare oppor tunities and income for local families.

In just a few years, HYPER has made a measurable impact in Seward, addressing the childcare deficit, supporting local providers, and ensuring that families have access to quality, licensed childcare options.

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Local History & Culture Seward and the surrounding Kenai Fjords are the ancestral homelands of the Alutiiq/Sugpiaq people who lived in the fjords for centuries, aligning themselves with the natural rhythms of the area. In the Alutiiq language the site of Seward is known as Qutekcak, or “big beach,” and today the Qutekcak Native Tribe serves the multi-ethnic Native community of the Seward area through a variety of social, cultural, and community programs.

NOTABLE NAMES Mary Lowell, an Alaska Native from Nanwalek, settled at the head of Resurrection Bay with her husband Frank in 1884. Frank left, but Mary stayed and built a life and community with six of her children. In 1906, she sold her property to the founders of the new town of Seward, and within a few years it became a bustling epicenter as construction on the railroad began. Three mountains standing tall above Resurrection Bay bear the names Mary, Eva, and Alice for Mary and two of her daughters.

Benny Benson was an Alaska Native boy from Chignik, residing at the Jesse Lee Home in Seward. At 14-years-old he submitted a design for the flag to represent the future Alaska territory.

The Benny Benson Memorial at mile 1.4 of the Seward Hwy is dedicated to him, and a large peak overlooking Seward is named in his honor.

breaststroke at the 2020 Summer Olympics, making her the first Alaskan to win a medal in swimming.

HISTORIC WALKING TOUR Created by the Seward Historic Preservation Commission, the Seward Historical Walking Tour includes 46 sites and 26 interpretative panels throughout Seward showcasing our town’s rich history. Pick up a map at the Seward Visitor Center.

MURAL WALK 35+ vibrant murals dot Seward, proudly known as the ‘Mural Capital of Alaska.’ Under direction from the Seward Mural Society, each painting depicts unique local characters and history, while celebrating the natural beauty and spirit of Alaska. Pick up a self-guided tour brochure or check with the group online for a Google map of area mural locations.

LIBRARY & MUSEUM The Seward Community Library & Museum is operated in partnership with the City of Seward, the Resurrection Bay Historical Society, and Friends of the Seward Library, Located on the first floor of the library, the museum houses a collection that documents Seward’s past, in addition to showing the ‘Waves Over Seward’ earthquake movie daily during the summer months.

Lydia Jacoby, a 17-year-old Seward High School student, shocked the world (but not Seward) when she took home a gold medal in the 100-meter

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Started as series of pop-up exhibits put on by HYPER under the Seward Prevention Coalition, the Seward Children’s Museum is slated to open it’s permanent doors in 2025.

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Seward is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and wellness seekers, offering a stunning combination of mountains, forests, and ocean. From exploring public lands and scenic trails to enjoying sportfishing, biking, and winter sports, there’s no shortage of ways to stay active year-round. Add to that a thriving wellness community, yoga classes, and fitness facilities, and Seward becomes the perfect destination for both adventure and rejuvenation.

Visit Seward.com/trails to download a map of our favorite area trails.

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The land around Seward is vast and unique, full of beautiful panoramas where mountains, forests, ice, and ocean meet. With Kenai Fjords National Park as our backyard, Chugach National Forest our neighbor, and Caines Head State Recreation Area to the south, Seward offers ample ground to play.

Home to Mile 0 of the Iditarod National Historic Trail, Seward features numerous local trails – perfect for getting out-ofdoors, whether on foot, bicycle, horse, cross-country skis, or snowmachine. Be sure to check specific trail-use regulations with local jurisdictions before heading out.

Resurrection Bay, host to Alaska State Marine Parks and Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge waters, attracts pleasure boaters, anglers, paddlers, and beachcombers. Along Resurrection Bay you’ll find many accessible beaches, including - Lowell Point State Recreation Site, and undeveloped Afognak, and Fourth of July beaches.

Seward Parks and Recreation Department (SPRD) manages several parks, playgrounds, and campgrounds around Seward that offer scenic views and excellent facilities for outdoor recreation.

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WINTER & SPRING SPORTS Locals find ways to stay active yearround with activities like mountain biking, hiking, trail running, boating and camping. Luckily for us (and yes, we mean luckily) seasonal snow can stick around until May, meaning we get to enjoy skiing, fat biking, ice skating, and more, well into spring.

Avid skiers can strap skins onto their skis (or splitboards!) and head into the backcountry where snow peaks beckon, while regularly groomed ski trails around Seward attract nordic skiers of all skill levels. Whether you prefer skate or classic technique, check in with the Seward Nordic Ski Club for the most up-to-date trail conditions and upcoming classes and events.

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Outdoor Adventures, Health & Wellness

SPORTFISHING As home to all five varieties of Pacific salmon, halibut, rockfish, and lingcod, Seward has a well-deserved reputation as one of Alaska’s premier sportfishing destinations.

Saltwater fishing is most popular from late June through early September.

Seward also boasts abundant shoreline and surf-casting access. Resurrection Bay king salmon, silver salmon, and sockeye salmon may all be targeted from shore during the summer months.

In the freshwater lakes and streams surrounding Seward, you’ll find wild and stocked trophy rainbow trout, wild Dolly Varden, lake trout, and Arctic grayling. World-class fly fishing on the renowned Kenai River is less than an hour’s drive away in Cooper Landing.

Regulations vary depending on the waters and species being fished, and licensing for residents and visitors differs. Two (2) North Gulf Coast sections (fresh water and saltwater) of Southcentral Alaska regulations are available wherever fishing licenses are sold, and from the ADF&G Division of Sport Fish online at adfg.alaska.gov.

SPORTS, LEAGUES & CLUBS Public ball fields and the Seward High School gym support a number of intramural sports teams, and the high school swimming pool offers regular public access hours - call (907) 2249050 for the schedule.

There are several organizations for youth sports, including the Seward Little League, Marathon Miners Wrestling Club, and the Tsunami Swim Club.

SPRD offers year-round opportunities to have fun with programs like archery, adult volleyball, and the Urbach’s Youth Basketball League each spring.

For information about current recreation programs, leagues, and additional facilities offered by the City of Seward, see the Parks and Recreation Department at seward.recdesk.com.

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The Seward Sports Association also offers year-round adult competition, with a cornhole league in the winter, and two recreational slow-pitch softball leagues in the summer.

The Kenai Crewsers Rowing Club season runs from April through October with the primary row sites being Bear Lake in Seward, and Kenai Lake in Cooper Landing. KCRC encourages all humans age 14 and up to explore rowing, and hosts an annual regatta on Bear Lake with competitors from around Alaska.

BIKING There are a variety of trails around Seward for mountain bikers of any experience level, from beginners looking for rolling singletrack trails through beautiful forests, to seasoned bikers looking for a leg-burning, climbing challenge. Still learning how to mountain bike? Visit the Seward Community Bike Park and take a few laps around the pump track. If you need to rent a bike or get any gear, the Seward Bike Shop is the perfect place to star t your biking journey.

FITNESS With facility options downtown and just a few miles outside of city limits, you can choose from 24-hr indoor weight and cardio facilities, as well as a variety of fitness classes including HIIT and CrossFit. Purchase an economical gym membership or single-to-multi-class passes.

YOGA Whether you want to practice your down dog in the forest, or fall into savasana in a heated room, the growing yoga community in Seward offers a range of classes and mindfulness retreats.

WELLNESS & BODYWORK Seward has a thriving wellness community, with acupuncturists, chiropractors, massage therapists, herbalists, and more. Local practitioners offer truly rejuvenating experiences in a variety of modalities.

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CIT Y OF SEWARD PARKS & REC DEPT The Seward Parks & Recreation Department offers a wide range of programs, events, and recreational opportunities aimed at enhancing the quality of life for Seward residents and visitors alike. The department is dedicated to maintaining safe and accessible facilities, while preserving, and improving Seward’s natural spaces for current and future generations.

PUBLIC PARKS, PL AYGROUNDS & TRAILS The Seward Parks & Recreation Depar tment manages a range of facilities to serve the community. The depar tment oversees 173 acres of parkland, including 10 parks and four playgrounds, providing ample space for outdoor activities and family recreation including camping, hiking, freshwater fishing, and more.

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SPRD manages over three miles of trails, offering opportunities for hiking and exploring the city’s natural landscapes.

For picnicking, there are several designated picnic areas and public pavilions available for use, perfect for gatherings and group events.

The depar tment also maintains several spor ts facilities, including ball fields, outdoor basketball cour ts, and a disc golf course, ensuring residents have access to various athletic and recreational activities year-round.

Seward is home to several parks and campgrounds that offer scenic views and excellent facilities for outdoor recreation. One of the most popular is Seward Waterfront Park, which provides stunning views of Resurrection Bay and beach access and features an ADA accessible walking and biking bike path along the shoreline, connecting the harbor to historic downtown.

Grab your helmet, favorite board, blades or bike, and get ready to stick the landing at Evan Casey Skate Park.

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Located adjacent to the Waterfront Playground and Branson Pavilion this scenic spot stays busy year-round.

For cyclists, the Seward Community Bike Park offers oppor tunities to enhance biking skills. Tucked away from traffic in the quiet Forest Acres neighborhood, this easily accessible pump track is an excellent space for riders of all levels to safely train and improve their skills. The Forest Acres Campground, basketball cour t and playground are nearby.

RV & TENT CAMPING Seward’s campgrounds offer scenic sites with over 400 RV and tent spots, an RV dump station, recycling, and restrooms.

Advance reservations are required through www.sewardcampgrounds.com.

Campers must display permit details visibly on their unit.

INDOOR FITNESS SPRD’s par tnership with the Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) allows the public access to gym and recreation facilities, including a multispor t gym, weight/cardio rooms, racquetball cour ts, sauna, and showers.

Hours of operation and availability are subject to change, so it’s recommended to check with SPRD for the latest updates.

YOUTH & ADULT PROGRAMMING SPRD provides youth spor ts leagues in basketball, soccer, and volleyball.

Urbach’s Youth Basketball League, held each spring, is a highlight of SPRD’s programming.

to expand its youth offerings, giving young people even more access to after-school programs and structured activities that foster personal growth and leadership skills Adults can par ticipate in fitness classes like yoga and aerobics, and join spor ts leagues for volleyball and basketball.

Open gym sessions and pickleball also offer flexible options for staying active.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, SPRD organizes group hikes and other fitness challenges, allowing adults to take advantage of Seward’s beautiful natural surroundings while staying active and engaged.

For more information on memberships, spor ts league registration and fees, visit seward.recdesk.com - be sure to sign up for their newsletter at cityofseward.us/ departments/parks-recreation.

ANNUAL SPRD EVENTS SPRD organizes events that highlight Seward’s community spirit: PINK CHEEKS TRIATHLON A familyfriendly race for all ages and fitness levels including a 5K run, 10K bike and 600 yd. pool swim.

KITE FESTIVAL An annual event with kite flying, show kite demonstrations from Alaskiters and workshops for all.

EXIT GLACIER RACE A scenic road race from downtown Seward to the base of Exit Glacier, for competitive runners and casual par ticipants.

SEWARD BIKE RODEO A family event designed to teach children basic riding skills through obstacle courses and safety demonstrations.

In addition to spor ts, the depar tment organizes seasonal programs like summer camps, ar ts and crafts workshops, and outdoor adventure activities. The depar tment also par tners with groups like Youth 360, and the Seward Boys & Girls Club

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL A fun, safe event featuring costume contests, spooky games, and community booths.

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TONSINA TURKEY TROT An outand-back trail race from the trailhead to the pavillion at Tonsina Point and back.

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Stops Here For Cruise Ship Passengers 2 Railroad Depot Baggage Storage, Boardwalk, Restaurants Look for the Seward City Tours bus with Seward Military Resort 3 FREE SHUTTLE printed in red.

MWR facility for U.S. Armed Forces and family Buses are untimed, and arrive around 4 Visitor Center & Chamber Of Commerce Groceries, Visitor Information every 30 minutes, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily, May through September. 5 Harbor - North Parking Lot Docks, Shops, Restaurants 6 Harbor - South Parking Lot Blue and white KEFJ Visitor Center, Mariners’ Memorial SHUTTLE STOP Harborview Inn 7 signs are at pickSeward Seaman’s Mission, Bank up and drop-off 8 Senior & Teen Centers locations.

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Evan Casey Skate Park (311 Ballaine Blvd): Skate and BMX park at Seward Waterfront Park.

Hoben Park (401 Railway): Downtown green space with seating near Iditarod Historic Trail - Mile 0.

Urbach Park (306 Fourth Ave): Memorial micro-park with benches, downtown adjacent to City Hall.

Kawabe Park & Third Ave Playground (237 Fourth Ave and 228 Third Ave): Downtown green space with shuttle stop, restrooms, picnic tables, and playground.

Mount Marathon Jeep Trail (537 First Ave): Rugged trail with scenic views and access to Mt Marathon Bowl.

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at 8:00 p.m. Serene park with lake views, picnic area, First Lake Pavilion, and access to Two Lakes Trail.

9 Rotary Pavilion & Log Roll Park (1112 Second Ave): Compact park with picnic pavilion.

10 Benny Benson Park (211 Dairy Hill Lane): Green space honoring the designer of Alaska’s flag.

11 Triangle Park (Seward Highway & Phoenix Rd): Landscaped space with benches at city’s gateway.

12 Whale Tail Park (Port & Fourth): Iconic park with whale-themed sculptures near the waterfront.

13 Forest Acres Park (2210 Dimond Blvd): Basketball Court, Bike Park, Campground, and Playground.

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Ryan Lewis Ball Field (Ballfield Access Rd): Pavilion and fields for league games and events.

Little League Ball Field (Fourth Ave & C St): Dedicated youth baseball field.

Lowell Canyon Picnic Area (225 Lowell Canyon Rd): Picnic spot with access to Lowell Canyon and Mt Marathon Race Trails.

Wellington Picnic Area (910 Ballaine): Paved picnic area near waterfront and campgrounds.

Williams Park Day Use Area (B St & Ballaine): Picnic area with grassy spaces, restroom, and access to Ballaine Playground.

Youth Center Basketball Court (336 Third Ave): Basketball court for youth.

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NEIGHBORHOODS & AREA COMMUNITIES In and outside of Seward city limits are a number of unique neighborhoods and unincorporated communities that share local services.

JURISDICTION Unincorporated communities fall under the jurisdiction of the Kenai Peninsula Borough for sales tax, voting, and public services.

UTILITIES & SERVICES The City of Seward Utilities provides electricity to many surrounding communities. Some off-grid neighborhoods use alternative energy sources, including gas or diesel generators, with solar and geothermal energy becoming more feasible seasonally.

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MAINTENANCE & PLOWING KPB contracts with local service providers to maintain high-use public roads. Residents often hire additional services for snow removal or site work on private property.

WASTE MANAGEMENT Alaska Waste offers solid waste pick-up services to many area neighborhoods.

Residents can also use the Seward Transfer Station for waste disposal.

SCHOOL BUS SERVICE Public school bus services are available for elementary, middle, and high school students in most nearby communities along the Seward Highway.

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Residents in these areas often have septic waste systems, composting toilets, and on-site greywater disposal.

Traveling north on the Seward Highway (AK-9), you’ll encounter the communities of Crown Point and Moose Pass. Further northwest, AK-9 junctions with the Sterling Hwy (AK-1),

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Getting Around EXIT GLACIER RD leading to Cooper Landing, Sterling, Soldotna, Kenai, and ending in Homer.

From the junction known as “The Y,” the Seward Hwy (as AK-1) continues north toward Anchorage, connecting travelers to Portage, Girdwood (via the Alyeska Hwy), Whittier (via the Whittier/Portage Rd), and Hope (via the Hope Hwy).

GETTING TO SEWARD Seward is accessible via the Seward Highway, the Alaska Railroad, and its ice-free harbor. The closest major airport is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC). From Anchorage, it’s a scenic 2.5 hour drive along the Seward Highway, recognized as a USDA Forest Service Scenic Byway, Alaska Scenic Byway, and All-American Road.

CAR & RV RENTALS Daily or long-term options include RVs, passenger cars, trucks, SUVs, vans, freight trucks, and more.

BUS & SHUTTLES Don’t feel like driving yourself?

Motorcoach, bus, and taxi companies offer passenger and cargo service between communities. Red Eye Rides provides a regular airport shuttle with routes across the Kenai Peninsula.

ALASKA RAILROAD The Coastal Classic Train offers daily passenger service between Anchorage and Seward from May through September, arriving in Seward midmorning and departing early evening.

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If you’re traveling in the colder months, be sure to check 511.alaska.gov for road conditions ahead of time and be prepared for winter driving conditions.

CRUISE SHIPS & ALASKA FERRY Seward serves as a cruise ship port, making it accessible to nearly 200,000 tourists arriving by sea annually. Nearby ports Whittier and Homer offer travelers a connection to communities on the Alaska Marine Highway System.

GETTING AROUND Compact and easy to navigate, there are many options for easily getting to, from, and around town as well as nearby areas.

CITY OF SEWARD FREE SHUTTLE Seward City Tours operates a free shuttle service from May through September, providing convenient transportation around town. See the map on pp. 24-25 for route information.

WALKING & BIKING Seward is a pedestrian and bike-friendly community with paved paths running from downtown along the waterfront and through the harbor.

TAXI CABS & RIDESHARES For on-demand transportation, Seward’s cab and rideshare operators are a call, text, or tap away.

WATER & AIR TAXI Find yourself in places a bit more remote with the help of an air or water taxi.

Visit Seward.com for a full list of transportation provider options.

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THE ALASKA RAILROAD: COMMITTED TO SEWARD, COMMITTED TO ALASKA

For over a century, rail has extended north from Seward connecting its deep-water Gulf of Alaska port to development, which, to this day supports growth for all of Alaska.

The Alaska Railroad continues its long history and connection with the people of Resurrection Bay, and is finding ways to create meaningful investment for the area. Major investment in the railroad’s south end is underway furthering our long-standing relationship with Seward by improving our community-based facilities, and developing infrastructure and real estate services that support abroad customer base.

foot wide by 748 feet long double-berth pier, a floating dock, and an enhanced Passenger Terminal. For the residents of Seward, the upgraded terminal means a newer, state-of-the-art facility to host community events. For travelers, the 41,500 square foot facility will provide quick entry to ground transportation, vendors and access to Seward and beyond. The new dock will provide much needed berth space for seasonal cruise ships and other vessels for offseason activity. This generational dock is being built to withstand 50 years of service in Alaska’s waters.

LONG-TERM & LARGE SCALE Long-term, large-scale investment in Seward is underway with the replacement of the Alaska Railroad’s Passenger Dock and Terminal. With a total investment of $137 million, the extensive project will construct a 10028 | S P O N S O R E D CO N T E N T

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A collaborative initiative between the City of Seward, The Seward Company, Royal Caribbean Group, and the Alaska Railroad is positioning the Port of Seward to be a leader in sustainable operations. The new shore power project will enable cruise ships to connect to local electrical power instead of relying on diesel generators while docked.

Seward’s cargo business has seen significant growth in recent years, reinforcing its role as a vital hub for Alaska’s development. The freight dock serves not only railbelt customers but destinations as far as the north slope and communities in Western Alaska. The dock connects our outer most regions with essential goods and resources transported via ocean-going freight.

In October, the City of Seward secured a $45.7 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Ports Program to fund the initiative. This investment will extend an electric transmission line to the port and install a battery storage system to optimize energy management, marking a significant step toward zero emissions.

The Alaska Railroad is undertaking a major project to extend the existing freight dock from 620 feet to 1,000 feet. The project includes constructing a new mooring dolphin and a catwalk extending 100 feet beyond the deck.

Future plans aim to widen the dock from 200 feet to 320 feet along its entire length. Funded by a $19.8 million Maritime Administration (MARAD) Grant and $5.5 million in Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC) internal funds, this initiative will enhance intermodal operations. The improvements will allow the railroad to accommodate a variety of customers, including foreign and domestic freight, cruise, research, military, and fishing vessels.

The project not only represents environmental progress but also strengthens the local workforce. The grant includes funding for the Alaska Vocational Technical Center (AVTEC) to develop training programs for operating and maintaining the shore power system. These programs aim to equip young Alaskans with the technical and mechanical skills needed to support the state’s transition to advanced energy technology. This public-private partnership underscores a common belief in sustainability, innovation, and fostering local talent, positioning the port as a model for green maritime operations in Alaska and beyond.

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To support this, plans are underway to improve Port Avenue, extending it through railroad property to connect via Airport Avenue to the Seward Highway. These upgrades are expected to improve the safety and efficiency of industrial traffic flow and enhance access to Alaska’s highway system, further solidifying Seward’s port as a cornerstone of the state’s infrastructure.

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Local Events FIRST FRIDAY AT RESURRECT ART COFFEE HOUSE LOCAL MARKETS & EVENTS Every other Saturday morning during the summer months, the Seward Farmers Market showcases Alaska-grown produce, wild-foraged ingredients, handmade baked goods, small-batch brews, and crafts and wares from local ar tisans and makers.

First Fridays, organized by the Seward Arts Council and the Seward Chamber of Commerce, celebrate the work of local ar tists at galleries, restaurants, cafes, and other local businesses. These events are typically held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the first Friday of the month, May through September.

The Seward Community Winter Family Movie Series offers a family-friendly winter activity run by volunteers and sponsored by the Seward Arts Council.

Two different movies are shown on Friday nights throughout the winter season.

SEASONAL FESTIVITIES Summer fun includes Seward Pride and the Seward Seabird Festival, both held in June. Thousands flock to Seward to celebrate the annual July 4th Festival and Mount Marathon Race. Winter, festivities include New 30 | LO C A L A N N UA L E V E N T S

Year’s Eve Weekend fireworks and the annual Seward Polar Bear Jump fundraising event, organized by the American Cancer Society. Seward Mermaid Festival (May), Shop Small Weekend (November), and the Kenai Crewsers Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair (December) provide spring and fall oppor tunities to suppor t area musicians, makers, ar tisans, and food vendors throughout the year.

RACES & TOURNAMENTS Competition thrives in Seward, par ticularly at the base of Mount Marathon. Each year, the Mount Marathon Race draws thousands of runners and spectators, but the excitement doesn’t stop there. Seward hosts several annual races, including the Exit Glacier Race, the Lost Lake Run, and the Pink Cheeks Triathlon.

For anglers, the Seward Silver Salmon Derby is a highlight of August, inviting par ticipants of all ages to compete in reeling in the biggest catch.

Visit the online calendar at Seward.com/events to view upcoming local events or to submit your own.

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Staying & Playing BEAR LAKE LODGINGS

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PL AYING IN SEWARD

From convenient downtown hotels to rustic cabins there are plenty of ways to find your home away from home in Seward.

An exciting variety of activities and excursions ensures that adventures of all ages and ability levels can experience this magical place.

Visit Seward.com for a full list of lodging providers HOTELS + MOTELS Several full-service hotels in the area can take care of your every need for a relaxing getaway.

RESORTS + LODGES Enjoy a well-curated experience at one of Seward’s resor ts and lodges each with a distinctive Alaska touch.

CAMPING + RV Many of Seward’s campgrounds offer dazzling views of Resurrection Bay, with spruce forests and easy access to salmon runs.

B&B’S + VACATION RENTALS Make yourself at home at one of Seward’s well-stocked and unique nightly rental accommodations.

MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES Hike or bike above tree line to panoramic views of pristine wilderness and epic geography.

HIKING & ICE CLIMBING Via guided climbs and helicopter or fixed-wing plane, Seward’s glaciers are some of Alaska’s most accessible.

WILDLIFE & GLACIER CRUISES Venture out on the water to experience the local marine wildlife and glacial geology. Trips range from 3.5-9 hour to multi-day char ters.

SPORTFISHING Seward has a well-earned reputation as a premier Alaska destination.

DOG SLEDDING Seward may be 1,000 miles from Nome, but we’re home to some of Alaska’s most accomplished mushers.

HOSTELS These affordable proper ties offer the oppor tunity to meet travelers from around the world while exploring.

KAYAK, SURF, SUP OR SAIL Explore the waters around Seward in a dynamic and intimate way to experience the coastal ecosystem.

WILDERNESS LODGING For the spectacular lodges, cabins, and yur ts in Resurrection Bay and Kenai Fjords, getting away is par t of the fun.

Visit Seward.com for a full list of activity and excursion providers.

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Buy seafood freshly-harvested from Resurrection Bay and the Gulf of Alaska directly from our local processors. Enjoy salmon, halibut, rockfish, black cod, king crab, and spot prawns from nearby waters, all of which you’ll find on many menus around town.

You can find a great cup of joe in some very unique places around Seward, including a historic church, a conver ted train car, and a charming candy shop. Get caffeinated at a quirky drive-through, or wake up to a cup of Seward with a bag of locally-roasted ar tisan coffee beans.

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Live music and enter tainment are regular occurrences in the summer when the daylight lingers all the way to last call.

Trivia nights, dance par ties, open mic nights, pool, and karaoke are just a few of the late-night offerings you’ll find yearround at our local venues.

Get a growler of local brew and taste your way around Alaska’s growing craft beverage scene. Or try a creatively crafted cocktail at one of our local restaurants and bars. Local tip: if you ring the bell, the next round is on you!

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LOCAL SERVICES DIRECTORY ALASKA NATIVE ORGANIZATIONS Chugach Alaska Corporation 3800 Centerpoint Dr., Ste 700 Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 563-8866 www.chugach-ak.com

Chugachmiut Health Services 2035 Seward Hwy. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3490 www.chugachmiut.org

Qutekcak Native Tribe 221 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3118 www.qutekcak.org

ACCOUNTING & BOOK KEEPING

Joy Media & Marketing 1804 Phoenix Rd. #1 Seward, AK 99664 (763) 401-1848 www.joyserves.com

KBBI 88.1 FM

3913 Kachemak Way Homer, AK 99603 (907) 235-7721 www.kbbi.org

The Local Pages

4910 W Amelia Earhart Dr. Ste. #1 Salt Lake City, UT 84116 (907) 304-1530 www.thelocalpages.net

ASSOCIATIONS & CLUBS Kenai Crewsers Rowing Club Bear Lake Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 201-1872 kenaicrewsers.org

Rotary Club of Seward PO Box 3121 Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5208 www.sewardrotary.com

Altman, Rogers & Co.

44539 Sterling Hwy., Ste. 205 Soldotna, AK 99669 (907) 274-2992 www.altrogco.com

Liberty Bell Accounting

Downtown Seward

By Appointment Seward, AK 99664 (907) 531-0945 www.libertybellaccounting.com

TLC Business Services

2408 Elm St. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-8019 www.tlcbusinessservices.com

Vergeben Services Company 13636 Trail St. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 440-2205 vergebenservices.com

ADVERTISING & PUBLISHING Alaska Channel

507 E St., Ste. 206 Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 777-7700 www.alaska.org

Great Originals, Inc

360 E Int’l Airport Rd. #6 Anchorage, AK 99518 (907) 561-8922 www.greatoriginals.com

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Seward American Legion Post #5 402 5th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5440 centennial.legion.org/alaska/post5

Seward Seahawks Booster Club

2100 Swetmann St. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3351 www.facebook.com/sewardboosters/

AUTO SALES & SERVICE NAPA Auto Parts Seward

1500 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-8048 www.yellowpages.com/seward-ak/napa-auto-parts

Outta Town Services, LLC 33220 Orpha Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 491-0288 www.outtatownservices.com

Tirebrand

801 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 422-0369 www.tirebrandak.com

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Winter Raven Mechanical

32273 Resurrection Bay Rd. 232 4th Ave Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-1791 www.yelp.com/biz/winter-raven-mechanical-seward

BANKING & FINANCE Edward Jones

232 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-6878 www.edwardjones.com/robbie-huett

First National Bank Alaska 303 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-4204 www.FNBAlaska.com

Wells Fargo Bank

908 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5283 www.wellsfargo.com

CATERING Breeze Inn

303 North Harbor Dr. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5237 www.breezeinn.com

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CLEANING & JANITORIAL Sasha’s Spic and Span 218 Marathon Dr. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 741-0987

Shape Your Tomorrow FNBAlaska.com Seward Branch 303 4th Ave., P.O. Box 69 Seward, Alaska 99664 907-224-4200 EQUAL HOUSING LENDER | MEMBER FDIC | NMLS# 640297

Suds n Swirl

335 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3111 www.facebook.com/Suds-n-SwirlLaundromat-683172028453585/

COMPUTER SERVICES & SALES Kelly Create

5601 Silverado Way Anchorage, AK 99518 (206) 284-9100 www.kellyocg.com

CONSTRUCTION FM Builds

903 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (520) 419-9506 www.instagram.com/fm_builds/

Harmon Construction Inc.

CHURCHES Church of Christ 433 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 491-1170

Resurrection Lutheran Church 400 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664-0035 (907) 224-3628 rlcseward.com

Seward Church of the Nazarene 803 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5617 www.sewardnazarene.org

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 239 2nd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3975 www.stpeters-seward.org

CIVIL ENGINEERING CRW Engineering Group, LLC 3940 Arctic Blvd., Ste. 300 Anchorage, AK 99503-5789 (907) 562-3252 www.crweng.com

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802 1/2 Port Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-7145

DISPENSARIES Good Buds

11770 Seward Hwy. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 422-7598 www.leafly.com/dispensary-info/good-buds

The Tufted Puffin LLC 216 4th Ave. Ste. 2 Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-2222 www.thetuftedpuffin.com

DOG WALKING Seward Dog Lodge

13888 Bruno Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 301-1611 www.sewarddoglodge.com

EDUCATION & RESEARCH Alaska SeaLife Center 301 Railway Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-7908 www.alaskasealife.org

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Alutiiq Pride Marine Institute 101 Railway Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5181 www.alutiiqprideak.org

AVTEC - Alaska Vocational Technical Center 809 2nd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3322 www.avtec.edu

UAF - Seward Marine Center

201 Railway Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5261 www.uaf.edu/cfos/about-us/locations/seward/

EQUIPMENT RENTAL Resurrection Rentals

804 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3400 www.resurrectionrental.com

FREIGHT & SHIPPING Alaska Railroad Corporation 327 W Ship Creek Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 265-2653 www.AlaskaRailroad.com

Anderson Tug & Barge Co. 1302 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5506 cookinlettug.com

TOTE Maritime Alaska 2511 Tidewater Rd. Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 265-7216 www.totemaritime.com

FUEL & ENERGY SOLUTIONS Homer Electric Association 3977 Lake St. Homer, AK 99603 (907) 235-8551 www.homerelectric.com

Shoreside Petroleum Inc.

700 Port Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-8040 www.shoresidepetroleum.com

GENERAL CONTRACTOR /SITE WORK Andrews & Sons LLC 12910 Peaks View Ct. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-1968 Find us on Seward.com!

Mow Better Lawn Care LLC PO Box 1926 Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-8989 Find us on Seward.com!

Orange Bike Delivery, LLC

1605 Leirer Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 422-0679 www.orangebikedelivery.com/luggage.html

Portage Transport Inc

1601 Nash Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-4617 www.portagetransportationAK.com

Samson Tug & Barge 1503 Freight Dock Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-7060 www.samsontug.com

SeaTac Marine Services

6701 Fox Ave. S Seattle, WA 98108 (206) 767-6000 www.seatacmarine.com/about-us/

Seward Helicopter Tours

2210 Airport Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-4354 www.SewardHelicopters.com

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GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATIONS Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge 95 Sterling Hwy. #1 Homer, AK 99603 (907) 235-6546 www.fws.gov/refuge/alaska_maritime/

Kenai Mountains-Turnagain Arm National Heritage-KMTA Girdwood, AK 99587 www.kmtacorridor.org

Kenai Peninsula Borough 144 N Binkley St. Soldotna, AK 99669 (907) 714-2150 www.borough.kenai.ak.us/

Spring Creek Correctional Center

3600 Bette Cato Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-8108 correct.state.ak.us/institutions/visiting-spring-creek

GROCERY, LIQUOR & GAS Albertsons Safeway

1907 Seward Hwy Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-6900 local.safeway.com/ak/seward-2728.html

BEAR Expedited

PO Box 206 Shageluk, AK 99665 (907) 422-7973 bearexpedited.com

Essential-One

1801 Seward Hwy Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-8041 www.shoresidepetroleum.com

Frontier Trading Post

233 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 491-1416 frontier-trading-post.business.site

HAIR SALON Frozen Cactus Hair Salon 227 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 947-2669 Find us on Seward.com!

INSURANCE Seward Insurance Agency

710 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-7370 www.facebook.com/Seward-InsuranceAgency-126388190801017/

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LUGGAGE STORAGE Dighton Delivery

PO Box 374 Seward, AK 99664 (907) 491-1786 Find us on Seward.com!

MARINE SUPPORT SERVICES Catalyst Marine Engineering LLC 1806 Alameda St. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-2500 www.catalyst-marine.com

Communications North

204 Nash Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-8908 www.communicationsnorth.com

Deska Marine Surveys 12075 Lancelot Dr. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 205-0632 Find us on Seward.com!

Exit Marine

1712 Alameda Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 671-7022 www.exitmarine.com

JAG Alaska

7 Nash Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3198 jagalaska.com

North Star Terminal & Stevedore Co. 913 Port Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5477 www.northstarak.com

Seward Heavy Industrial Power 500 Port Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3854 www.sewardheavy.com

Storm Chasers Marine Services, Inc 13552 Lowell Point Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3536 www.stormchasersmarine.com

Winter Raven Mechanical

32273 Resurrection Bay Rd. Old Nash Road Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-1791 www.yelp.com/biz/winter-raven-mechanicalseward

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MEDICAL & HEALTH CARE Advanced Healing & Medical Massage 302 5th Ave. #2 Seward, AK 99664 (907) 830-3413 advancedhealing.abmp.com

Advanced Physical Therapy Seward 234 4th Ave. Ste. 100 Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-7848 www.aptak.com

Dr. Michael Moriarty, D.D.S. 400 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3071 www.sewardfamilydentistry.com

Lacuna Family Medicine

204 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 491-0645 lacunafamilymedici.wixsite.com/lacuna-family-medici

NorthStar Health Clinic 201 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3490 www.chugachmiut.org

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Providence Seward Medical Center 417 1st Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5205 www.providence.org

Resurrection Medical Care 1716 Phoenix Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (770) 596-9050 resurrectionmedicalcare.com

Seward Area Hospice 907 3rd Ave., Ste. C Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3051 sewardareahospice.org

Seward Community Health Center 417 1st Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-2273 www.sewardhealthcenter.org

The Movement Clinic 223 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 770-6683 www.dr2alaska.com

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MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATIONS Alaska Chamber

2550 Denali St., Ste. 530 Anchorage, AK 99503 (907) 278-2722 www.alaskachamber.com

Kenai Peninsula Economic Development District 14896 Kenai Spur Hwy., #103-A Kenai, AK 99611 (907) 283-3335 www.kpedd.org

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT DJ Hankerchief Music

321 Music Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-1839 www.facebook.com/profile. php?id=100066732182929

Seward Alehouse

215 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-2337 www.facebook.com/sewardalehouse.alaska/

Seward Mermaid Festival, LLC 303 N Harbor St. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-1383 www.sewardmermaidfestival.com

Yukon Bar

201 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3063 www.facebook.com/yukon.bar

NEWSPAPER & RADIO Seward Public Radio 11447 Seward Hwy Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3997 www.sewardpublic.org

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Alaska Salmon Alliance 110 N Willow St. #108 Kenai, AK 99611 (907) 394-5902 www.aksalmonalliance.org

American Cancer Society 3851 Piper St., Ste. U-240 Anchorage, AK 99508 (800) 227-2345 cancer.org

Homer Electric Association 3977 Lake St. Homer, AK 99603 (907) 235-8551 www.homerelectric.com/

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HYPER

Seward, AK 99664 (907) 491-0544 www.hyperseward.org/

KBBI 88.1 FM

3913 Kachemak Way Homer, AK 99603 (907) 235-7721 www.kbbi.org

Kenai Watershed Forum 44129 Sterling Hwy. Soldotna, AK 99669 (907) 260-5449 www.kenaiwatershed.org

Providence Seward Medical Center 417 1st Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5205 www.providence.org

Resurrection Bay Historical Society 236 6th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3902 www.resbayhistorical.org/

Seward Area Hospice 907 3rd Ave., Ste. C Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3051 sewardareahospice.org

Seward Arts Council

PO Box 794 Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-1397 www.sewardartscouncil.org

Seward Community Foundation 3201 C St. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-1888 www.sewardcf.org

Seward Community Health Center 417 1st Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-2273 www.sewardhealthcenter.org/

Seward Mural Society PO Box 794 Seward, AK 99664 (907) 947-5175 Find us on Seward.com!

Seward Prevention Coalition

601 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-2466 www.sewardpreventioncoalition.org/

Seward Pride Alliance 216 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 sewardpride.org

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OFFICE SUPPLY Kelly Create

5601 Silverado Way Anchorage, AK 99518 (206) 284-9100 www.kellyocg.com

PHOTOGRAPHY Alaskan Sun Catchers

10678 Meadowlark Cir. Palmer, AK 99645 (907) 795-8217 www.alaskansuncatchers.com

Emily Hary Photography 12279 Riverside Dr. White Pigeon, MI 49099 (574) 226-4615 www.emilyhary.com

Matlai Photography

1254 S Balsam Ct. Lakewood, CO 80232 (303) 960-9599 www.matlaiphotography.com

Seward Photo Tours

509 Ballaine Blvd.

Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-1603 www.sewardphototours.com

PLUMBING, HEATING & REFRIGERATION Double D Services

1901 Jesse Lee Dr. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 422-7657 Find us on Seward.com!

REAL ESTATE Coastal Heritage Properties 319 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 362-0055 coastalheritageproperties.com

First National Bank Alaska 303 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-4204 www.FNBAlaska.com

Marathon Trust Real Estate

909 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-HOME www.alaskarealestate.com/Search/ Professional/Detail.aspx?brokerid=4042

Seward Properties

437 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 312-7660 sewardproperties.com

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Seward Real Estate Co.

11694 Seward Hwy Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3350 www.sewardrealestate.com

RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT Chevron Corporation

6001 Bollinger Canyon Rd. San Ramon, CA 94583 (925) 842-1000 www.chevron.com

ConocoPhillips Alaska, Inc. 700 G St. Anchorage, AK 99501 (907) 265-6132 www.conocophillips.com

First National Bank Alaska 303 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-4204 www.FNBAlaska.com

Homer Electric Association 3977 Lake St. Homer, AK 99603 (907) 235-8551 www.homerelectric.com

Providence Seward Medical Center 417 1st Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5205 www.providence.org

SEAFOOD SALES & PROCESSING Captain Jack’s Seafood Locker 303 S Harbor St. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-8082 www.captainjacksalaska.com

J-Dock Seafood Company 1408 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3300 www.jdockcompany.com

J&R Fisheries

1800 Jesse Lee Dr. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5584 www.kruzofllc.com

Kruzof Fisheries LLC 1800 Jesse Lee Dr. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5584 kruzofllc.com

Mothers of Millions

Pony Cove / Seward Harbor Seward, AK 99664 (907) 414-1556 www.mothersofmillions.org

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OBI Seafoods

601 Port Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3381 www.icicleseafoods.com

SOCIAL SERVICES SeaView Community Services 302 Railway Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5257 www.seaviewseward.org

Seward Prevention Coalition

601 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 907-362-2466 www.sewardpreventioncoalition.org

Seward Senior Activity Center 336 3rd Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5604 sewardsenior.org

TELECOMMUNICATIONS Fastwyre Broadband 335 4th Ave Seward, AK 99664 (907) 563-2003 www.fastwyre.com

GCI

300 4th Ave. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-8912 www.gci.com

SPITwSPOTS INC

369 E Pioneer Ave. Ste. B Homer, AK 99603 (907) 226-2082 www.spitwspots.com

TRADE ASSOCIATION I.L.W.U. Seward Unit 60

539 3rd Ave., #A Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5515 www.ilwu.org/ilwu-divisions/alaska/

WASTE MANAGEMENT Alaska Waste

32143 Old Nash Rd. Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-5833 www.alaskawaste.com/service-areas/seward/

Arctic Shred

1365 Huffman Park Dr. #42 Anchorage, AK 99516 (907) 600-2727 arcticshred.com

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SEWARD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER

Get recommendations on activities, attractions, dining, lodging, and services.

The Seward Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary partnership of business leaders working together to make Seward a better place to live, work, and play. Our mission is to promote and suppor t our members in maintaining a diversified economy and positive business and living environment in the greater Seward area.

The Seward Chamber of Commerce & CVB is the sales force and cheerleader for the Seward Community and businesses. Thanks to the constant suppor t of our 380+ members, we are able to work towards this goal, and offer year-round educational oppor tunities, marketing assistance, and more. The united voice of the Chamber has often proven effective and beneficial to business where a single voice can go unheard.

The Seward Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)6 not-for-profit organization.

Our budget consists of membership dues and suppor t, as well as an economic development par tnership with the City of Seward. With these two funding sources, we are uniquely placed to promote and enhance the quality of life in Seward.

We love calling Seward our home!

2001 Seward Hwy. (907) 224-8051 @visitseward @sewardchamber www.seward.com

MORE LOCAL INFORMATION

Kenai Fjords National Park Visitor Center 1212 4th Ave. (907) 422-0500 Exit Glacier Nature Center 24620 Herman Leirer Rd. (907) 422-0535 Chugach National Forest Seward Ranger District 33599 Ranger Station Spur (Mile 23.5) (907) 288-3178 Anchorage Chamber of Commerce (907) 272-2401 www.anchoragechamber.org Cooper Landing Chamber & Visitor’s Bureau (907) 595-8888 cooperlandingchamber.com Girdwood Chamber of Commerce (888) 999-9587 www.visitgirdwood.com Greater Whittier Chamber of Commerce (907) 529-0235 www.whittieralaskachamber.org Homer Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center (907) 235-7740 www.homeralaska.org Hope Chamber of Commerce (907) 344-0060 www.hopealaska.info Kenai Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center (907) 283-1991 www.visitkenai.com Moose Pass Chamber and CVB (907) 288-3101 www.moosepassalaska.com Soldotna Chamber of Commerce (907) 262-9814 www.soldotnachamber.com

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