2016 Sitka Vacation Planner

Sitka

2016 Official Sitka Vacation Planner

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YUKON TERRITORY

Carcross

Haines Highway

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Skagway Haines

Glacier Bay

Juneau

Gustavus

Elfin Cove Pelican

Hoonah

Tenakee Springs Chichagof Admiralty Island Island

Getting here is easy on Alaska Airlines, and the view from the sky is amazing. Multiple daily flights provide a variety of options, and it’s just a short plane ride from Anchorage or Seattle.

Angoon

Baranof Island

For a more scenic trip, hop aboard the Alaska Marine Highway, a ferry system that treks up Alaska’s beautiful coastline. Vehicles can be transported on board, and private cabins are available. The more adventurous and budget-minded can choose to sleep in the viewing areas or on deck under the solarium.

Baranof Warm Springs

Port Alexander

Sitka’s picturesque, mountain-lined shores are part of Alaska’s Inside Passage and a popular stop for both independent boaters and cruise ships. Cruisers seeking a personal, small ship experience will find it on Alaskan Dream Cruises, Custom Alaska Cruises, The Boat Company or Un-Cruise Adventures. Visitors who prefer a more traditional large ship experience can book through Holland America, Oceania, Regent Seven Seas Cruises or Silversea Cruises.

Once in Sitka, getting around is easy. Downtown is walkable and the city prides itself on being a bicycle friendly community. To explore the road system outside of downtown, visitors can choose from car or bicycle rentals, taxi cabs, or the RIDE public bus system.

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Front cover photo credits: Sunset Ben Hamilton, ATV Tours Ken Rear, Hiking Bethany Goodrich, Kayaking A. Andis/Nunatak Design

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Rich History

Vibrant Culture

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Watchable Wildlife

Wilderness Adventure

Legendary Fishing

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Sitka Loves the Arts

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Anchorage

Ketchikan

Prince of Wales Island

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Prince Rupert

AK Marine Highway to/from Bellingham, WA

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RICH HISTORY Sitka is a place where stories of the past come to life, and history is tucked into every corner. The Tlingit settled in the area thousands of years ago, living off of the land and the sea. They established and named the town Sheet’ka, which was later Anglicized to Sitka.

Russians first arrived in 1799 in search of sea otter pelts for the lucrative fur trade. After several

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fierce, back-and-forth battles with the Tlingit, the Russians finally established a colony in 1804. This fortified settlement was named “New Archangel” and served as the capital of Russian America and the center of their worldwide fur trade. New Archangel became the most populated city on the West Coast, and was nicknamed the ‘Paris of the Pacific’ due to its culture of high society.

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St. Michael’s Cathedral © Jocelyn Pride

The Cathedral of St. Michael the Archangel built between 1844 and 1848, is the principal representation of Russian cultural influence in the 19th century in North America.

Castle Hill was the site of the ceremonial transfer of Alaska from Russia to the United States on October 18th 1867, and it still shows the remnants of Russian rule. Sitka commemorates the transfer each year with a week-long

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Centennial Totem © Craig Smith

Alaska Day Re-Enactment © William Greer

Alaska Day Festival that culminates on October 18th with a parade and reenactment ceremony. Besides being the birthplace of the Alaska Territory, Sitka also served as its capital for nearly 40 years.

Those who desire to immerse themselves in both famous and lesser-known stories of Sitka will be delighted with the Sitka Historical Museum, where the Tlingit, Russian, and American eras spring to life through exhibits and artifacts.

With such a diverse history, it’s no wonder that Sitka boasts 22 sites on the National Register of Historic Places.

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VIBRANT CULTURE

Naa Kahidi Dancers © Jocelyn Pride

Distinct influences of Sitka’s indigenous people, Russian colonists, and Finnish settlers create unique local character. Within just a half-mile walk you’ll find a Tlingit community house, rare Russian architecture, and a Lutheran church founded in 1840 by Finnish immigrants which was the first Protestant church on the Pacific coast.

Massive totemic panels stand watch outside the Sheet’ka Kwaán Naa Kahídi, a theater built in the style of a community clan house. Inside, the stage backdrop is fashioned from

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giant cedar panels that are adorned with hand-carved totemic designs and painted in traditional colors.

A central fire pit and tiered seating creates an unforgettable setting for the Naa Kahídi Dancers, who offer stirring performances of ancient songs and dances of the Tlingit people.

Explore the state’s largest collection of Alaska Native artifacts at the Sheldon Jackson Museum where native artisans demonstrate age-old crafts while visitors gaze upon more than 5,000 pieces contained in the collection.

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Step back in time with a visit to the Russian Bishop’s House, one of the only remaining examples of Russian log architecture in the Western Hemisphere. Located downtown, the building was completed in 1842 and served as the seat of the Russian Orthodox Diocese which spanned from California to Kamchatka in the Russian far east. Today, the historic site looks much like it did at its commencement and is adorned with period furniture and Russian icons.

St. Michael’s Cathedral, © Mercedes Angerman

Sheldon Jackson Museum © Alaska Photographics

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Nearby, the prominent onionshaped domes of St. Michael’s Cathedral mark the Sitka skyline as they have for nearly two centuries.

Those who venture inside the active Russian Orthodox church will discover a remarkable collection of religious art, with pieces believed to date back to the 17th century.

Energetic new life is breathed into Sitka’s Russian history by the New Archangel Dancers.

This all-female troupe provides remarkable entertainment through a variety of dance renditions that represent the cultures of Russia and surrounding areas.

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LEGENDARY FISHING

For the avid angler looking for a great fish story, Sitka is a dream come true. The surrounding waters have the highest saltwater catch rate for King Salmon in the state of Alaska, not to mention world-class halibut fishing.

Catch that mountable king and trophy halibut with one of Sitka’s many fishing guide services or combine convenience with the fishing trip of a lifetime by booking a multi-day package that includes lodging, daily fishing trips, local transportation and food.

For fishermen who prefer the finesse and control of the fly, inland rivers are ripe with different species of salmon and trout, depending on the season. Join a guide company that specializes in freshwater fishing, and travel by plane and boat to freshwater sites around Sitka. The secluded, untapped streams make for high quality angling trips.

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Saltwater Fishing © Don Larson

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Put your angling skills to the ultimate test at the annual Sitka Salmon Derby. Local and visiting fishermen spend the two weekends around Memorial Day competing for tens of thousands of dollars in cash and prizes. Although each salmon holds the promise of a possible prize, the real hope is to land the biggest salmon of the derby and walk away with the prestigious title and all the awards that go with it.

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WATCHABLE WILDLIFE The water and land surrounding Sitka are well known for abundant and diverse wildlife. Whether you dream of having an experience with one of the largest mammals on earth or watching loveable sea otters floating with their babies, a wildlife boat tour will bring your dreams within easy reach. Each excursion promises a unique showing

of wild neighbors. For whale watching at its peak, come to Sitka in November for Sitka WhaleFest, when our surrounding waters are teeming with humpback whales prior to their winter migration.

Besides whales and otters, expect to find seals, sea lions and a variety of sea birds, such as puffins, rhinoceros auklets, murres and black oystercatchers.

Humpback Whale © Adam Taylor

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Grizzly Bear © William Greer

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for orphaned brown bears cubs that would otherwise be euthanized. The sanctuary allows visitors to see bears at play in a created environment.

The Sitka Sound Science Center brings sea life to you. See a reassembled killer whale skeleton that washed up on a nearby shore, and get a tactile experience with one of many touch tanks that encourages hands-on interaction with starfish, anemones, abalone and barnacles. The facility also

breeds four different types of salmon, serves as a hatchery, and releases smolts into Sitka Sound each May. Have a close-encounter with majestic bald eagles at the Alaska Raptor Center, a sanctuary that helps to rehabilitate injured raptors and release them back into the wild. Many other birds of prey from around the state can be viewed on site, including great-horned owls, golden eagles and red-tailed hawks.

Tufted Puffin © William Greer

On shore, plentiful bald eagles hunt from tall Sitka spruce and hemlocks, brown bears grab salmon from freshwater streams and the aptly named Sitka black-tailed deer forage for food. Join a guided sightseeing tour to seek inland animals, view marine life from the shores, and visit some of our wildlife centers.

A memorable experience with coastal brown bears awaits you at the Fortress of the Bear, a refuge

St. Lazaria Island © Sitka Conservation Society Alaska Raptor Center © William Greer

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WILDERNESS ADVENTURE

Kayaking © Ben Adams

Beyond the city of Sitka’s tiny footprint sits thousands of square miles of unadulterated, purely wild, untouched country that includes temperate rainforests, freshwater rivers, inland bays, snowcapped mountains and Mt. Edgecumbe, a dormant volcano. For those who seek

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Flightseeing © Nunatak Design

boundless adventure in the great outdoors, Sitka delivers beyond your wildest dreams.

Motor over the backcountry on a four-wheeler with an ATV tour, explore volcanic caves at the base of Mt. Edgecumbe on an ocean raft adventure, head to the skies to get an aerial view of the Alaskan wilderness on a flightseeing excursion, or paddle through the harbor and surrounding islands with a kayak tour or rental, a personalized way to observe sea life. Those who prefer to spend their outdoor time on a golf course will enjoy the amazing views from the Sea Mountain Golf Course while testing their shot strategy with challenging elevation changes and tight fairways.

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Alaska ATV Tours © Ken Rear

Active adventurers can lace up and tackle the island’s many hiking trails, or rent a bicycle at the local bike shop and check out dozens of routes around Sitka – from smooth and easy rides to rugged terrain with steep climbs and descents. Outdoor equipment and fly fishing rentals are available for those who want to spend time in the wilderness on their own terms.

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SITKA LOVES THE ARTS

Sitka Fine Arts Camp © Berett Wilbur

Sitka’s inspirational setting and eclectic atmosphere attracts celebrated artists from around the world. There’s a bustling arts scene throughout the summer with Sitka Fest! This arts extravaganza combines the Sitka Summer Music Festival, Sitka Fine Arts Camp, science and humanities symposiums, art shares, and culinary parties.

It is difficult to imagine a more beautiful site for the Sitka Summer Music Festival, which attracts world-renown chamber musicians. The stage at the Harrigan Centennial Hall is backed by floor-to-ceiling windows, which provide stunning views of Sitka Sound throughout the performances.

Promising young artists come from throughout Alaska and the United States for the Sitka Fine Arts Camp, recognized as an outstanding arts program by the White House and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Nightly art shares allow locals and visitors to see the variety and caliber of talent embodied in the faculty and students.

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Sitka Summer Music Festival Š Christine Davenport ArtiGras Š Greater Sitka Arts Council

The Grind is a popular variety show that opens its doors to local performers during the fall, winter, and spring months. Variety is the key word, and each show features a unique set of acts. Tickets are inexpensive, and those who bring a homemade dessert get their admission refunded at the door.

In January and early February, the Sitka Jazz Festival brings in jazz musicians from around the world to teach and perform. Clinics in jazz

history, theory and improvisation helps musicians refine their craft, while concerts from local and international artists provide evening entertainment.

Each spring, The Greater Sitka Arts Council hosts ArtiGras: a music and arts festival on the edge of the great Alaskan frontier. The arts celebration features performances and concerts from visiting and local musicians, a wearable arts show, presentations and classes, and gallery walks.

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EVENTS CALENDAR © William Greer © Talon Lodge

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March

RUSSIAN CHRISTMAS AND STARRING

HERRING FISHERY

Russian Christmas is celebrated by the Julian calendar, on January 7th.

The week-long celebration includes a Christmas feast, the Orthodox practice of caroling and sharing the joy of Christmas. All are invited.

(907) 747-8120

February SITKA JAZZ FESTIVAL

World class jazz provided by students and guest jazz musicians.

(907) 747-3653, www.sitkajazzfestival.com

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© Christine Davenport

Wildlife is abundant as the herring gather and spawn in Sitka waters, turning the blue Pacific a milky green!

Check the community calendar for upcoming events: www.kcaw.org/community-calendar ARTI GRAS

Regional Artists and Musicians offer live performances, workshops, Spring Gallery Walk and Wearable Arts Show.

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ALASKA AIRLINES WINTER CLASSICS CONCERT SERIES

OCEAN WAVE QUILTERS GUILD QUILT SHOW

It may be cold outside, but the musicians of the Sitka Music Festival will provide plenty of heat.

Performances by internationally celebrated musicians.

(907) 747-6774, ssmf.alaskaclassics.org

Showing new and historic quilts JULIE HUGHES TRIATHLON

6-mile run, 10 mile bike and 1,000 meter swim. Short course for ages 12 and under. www.juliehughestri.com

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SITKA SALMON DERBY

Catch prize-winning fish in the sparkling waters of Sitka.

Cash and prizes awarded.

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June SITKA FEST: JUNE - AUGUST

Sitka Fest is a summer-long festival of music, art, science and the humanities that includes world-class performances, camps, workshops, TEDx talks, conferences, and festivities.

(907) 747-3085, www.finearstscamp.org SITKA SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL: JUNE - JULY

World-class classical chamber music by internationally acclaimed musicians.

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© Arti Gras

© William Greer © Sitka Whalefest

© Clark Mishler

SITKA FINE ARTS CAMP: JUNE - JULY

Since 1973, The Fine Arts Camp has been attracting students to study the fine arts of theatre, dance, music, visual arts, writing and Alaskan Native arts.

(907) 747-3085, www.fineartscamp.org.

July FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION

A grand celebration complete with parade, demonstrations, game and food booths, fireworks display and more.

(907) 747-8604, www.sitkachamber.com

August SITKA SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

Experience Alaska’s wild and sustainable seafood through entertainment, education and culinary delights. www.sitkaseafoodfestival.org

© William Greer

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MUDBALL CLASSIC SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT

SITKA WHALEFEST Annual event featuring a symposium by world-renowned marine scientists.

Features whale watching cruises, concerts, art show, a marine-themed market & more!

(907) 747-8878, www.sitkawhalefest.org

This annual Labor Day Weekend tournament invites softball teams from around the nation.

October ALASKA DAY FESTIVAL The transfer ceremony occurred in Sitka in 1867 when the United States purchased Alaska from Russia.

Celebrations include ceremonies, a period costume ball, dances, dinners, contests, a parade and more! www.alaskadayfestival.org THE GRIND: OCTOBER - APRIL

December SITKA ARTISANS MARKET The annual artisans market is a quality retail shopping experience that features hand-crafted items made in Sitka.

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This popular variety show opens its doors to local performers during the fall, winter, and spring months. Variety is the key word, and each show features a unique set of acts.

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Reel Affair

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STEP ABOARD. Allow our crew to assist you in personally designing your Alaskan experience of a lifetime. Whether you are seeking the majestic salmon, delicious halibut or one of our trophy saltwater species, we are here to assist you in making that dream come true.

Your All-Inclusive Package Includes: • Guaranteed 10 hours a day (dock to dock) which affords you a minimum of 7 to 8 hours of wet line time.

• UNLIMITED “custom” fish processing, packaged in portions for two, vacuum sealing, freezing, labeling and boxing of your catch.

• All your required fishing licenses & salmon stamps.

• All fishing gear and tackle. We even supply rain gear & boots.

However for that custom fit, you may want to bring your own.

Our deckhand will wash down the decks often. Non-scuff footwear is preferred.

• A Full Lunch is provided aboard, to include something fresh, something salty & something sweet, snacks, soft drinks, water, & fresh water ice is also included for any personal beverages you may choose to bring along.

• Lodging while in Sitka is at the Westmark Sitka considered to be one of Sitka’s finest in lodging and amenities. All lodging is based on double occupancy. The Westmark Sitka features and outside deck with views of Sitka Sound & Crescent Harbor.

(907) 738-3322 or email reel.affair@att.net or visit www.reelaffair.com For reservations, please call

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ALASKAN REEL AFFAIR CHARTERS LLC Daily Fishing Report http://www.reelaffair.com/fishingreport/

Why Sitka, Alaska?

Know your location: Don’t just take our word for it.

Visit www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm Do your research: The water surrounding Sitka, Alaska boasts the highest salmon catch rate per angler hour of any saltwater destination for sport fishermen and fisherwomen in the entire state of Alaska. That is huge!

The salmon species which are most commonly targeted in Sitka waters are king salmon (Chinook) and silver salmon (Coho), although all five species, including pink, chum and sockeye are present.

Salmon are drawn to Sitka simply because of the amount of baitfish in the waters here. It’s the food that brings them in and the food availability that keep them here in their course of their annual migratory run. Simple!

Sitka is located on the west side of Baranof Island. Why is this important? If you have fished anywhere off the mainland of Alaska then you are very familiar with the tides and the fact that halibut fishing is a tidal fishery in those areas. You will fish an hour or so prior to slack tide through slack tide and an hour or so after before it becomes difficult to keep your bait on bottom any longer.

Sitka’s water will impress you with minimal tides. This alone allows our halibut fishermen and women to fish straight up and down 24 hours a day with no need to schedule a fishing vacation around the tides!

Choosing your dates: What dictates the beginning of our charter season in Sitka, Alaska as well as its end is simply this: water and weather conditions.

Whether you’re targeting salmon, halibut, yellow eye, lingcod or other rockfish the fish are here. We are not date sensitive as lakes or rivers may be.

Our charter fishing season is from mid-May through early September. You choose the time of year that you prefer to fish by the salmon species you choose to target. Your ground fish, halibut, yellow eye, lingcod and other rockfish are available all season long. For detailed information on current limits and specifics on your targeted species please visit www.reelaffair.com Because Sitka area water is inundated with islands, there is literally not a day we don’t fish. Location, Location, Location!

About the owners: Opening in 1995, Alaskan Reel Affair Charters is owned and operated by Tim & Octobre Twaddle, year-round residents of Sitka. “We feel our longevity speaks volumes.” Tim, having a commercial fishing background, is an active guide along with our other local captains and crew. Octobre oversees the land operations from “personally meeting our guests at the airport to our custom fish processing.” …“We pay attention to you and to every detail. We’re there for you from before you step off the plane in Sitka, until we have you & your seafood securely checked through to your home airport on your day of departure”.

Flights: Alaska Airlines Boeing 737’s serves Sitka Alaska ~ Flights are daily out of Seattle, Washington. www.alaskaairlines.com Delta Airlines www.deltaairlines.com Also Serves Sitka, AK Why Alaskan Reel Affair Charters?

The adjoining advertisement tells you briefly about our inclusive packages. For full details www.reelaffair.com All-inclusive packages: We’ll meet you at our airport which is serviced by Alaska & Delta Airlines. Your lodging is at the Westmark Sitka, located in the heart of Sitka, the fifth largest city in Alaska. Breakfast is available at the Westmark.

On arrival Octobre is waiting for your flight & will have your fishing license, king salmon stamp & boots. Need to go to the store? She’s prepared & ready to take you.

The remainder of your arrival day you are free to enjoy the sights and sounds of Sitka’s rich history & culture.

We’ll pick you up the next morning to take you to Sealing Cove Harbor, only a three minute ride away, and introduce you to your deckhand, & captain, where the boat is warm and ready to go.

You will fish with the same crew the entirety of your trip, and we fish no more than four (4) anglers to a boat unless you have requested otherwise. (Generous lunches and more are provided on board.)

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The boats: You will fish on one of our 4 U.S.C.G. inspected vessels, with state of the art electronics.

The fishing day: 10-hours dock-to dock affords you seven to eight hours of “wet line time.” You’ll fish a “combination” day, fishing for your salmon in the morning hours and later that morning heading out to fish your ground species: halibut, yellow eye, lingcod and other rockfish. Your catch will be bled, gutted and gilled onboard and put on ice.

Unlimited custom fish processing: After arriving back to the dock, Octobre will take you to your lodging and, upon request will have made dinner reservations for you. While you’re enjoying a shower or a power nap, our processors take your catch back to our facility where your harvest will be prepared per your individual requests of steaks, fillets, and butterflies or even smoked. Choices daily! Your harvest is then labeled, vacuum sealed in portions for two, frozen to (minus) -28 degrees and boxed for your flight home as check-in baggage. We can also fully insulate! Remember, when fishing with us, bring carry-on luggage only, your fish is check-in baggage going home.

Questions?

Octobre or Tim – cell – 907-738-3322 Email – reel.affair@att.net Web – www.reelaffair.com

TRAVEL DIRECTORY Accommodations . . . . . . . 20-24

Guided Sightseeing Tours . . 27-28

Transportation . . . . . . . . . 30-31

Hotels / Motels . . . . . . . . . 21-22

City Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Ground Transport . . . . . . . . . . 30

Bed & Breakfasts . . . . . . . . . . 22

Flightseeing Tours. . . . . . . 27-28

To / From Sitka . . . . . . . . 30-31

Camping / Cabins / RVs. . . . . . 23

Wildlife Boat Tours . . . . . . . . . 28

Lodges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Outdoor Activities . . . . . . 28-29

Vacation Rentals. . . . . . . . 23-24

All-Terrain Vehicles . . . . . . . . . 28

Reservation Service. . . . . . . . . 24

Bicycle Rentals and Tours . . . . 28

Water Transport . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Visitor Services . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Banking / Financial . . . . . . . . . 31 Fishing / Marine Supplies . . . . 31 Groceries / Liquor Stores / Bars . .31

Golf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Kayak Tours / Rentals . . . . . . . 29

Cruises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Rentals & Equipment . . . . . . . 29

Office Supplies / Services. . . . . 31

Events / Festivals . . . . . . . . . . 25

Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Pharmacies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Fishing - Freshwater . . . . 25-26

Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Fishing - Saltwater . . . . . 26-27

Shops / Galleries . . . . . . . 29-30

Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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Totem Square Hotel & Marina

Waterfront Hotel in Historic Downtown Sitka with beautiful views and great service!

Waterfront deck, lounge & dining 907-747-3693 • 866.300.1353 201 Katlian Street • totemsquarehotel.com Circle #2 on Reader Service Card

The finest lodging in scenic Sitka by the sea The Westmark Sitka Hotel welcomes you with warm northern hospitality whether you choose to explore Sitka’s rich culture, or simply to relax in your comfortable guestroom and enjoy harborside views.

Full restaurant, lounge and deck overlooking the mountains and harbor. Open 7 days a week / downtown location

330 Seward Street, Sitka, AK 907-747-6241 Central Reservations: 800-544-0970 www.westmarkhotels.com Circle #3 on Reader Service Card

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ACCOMMODATIONS

BED & BREAKFASTS Alaska Ocean View Bed & Breakfast Inn 1101 Edgecumbe Drive (907)747-8310 info@sitka-alaska-lodging.com www.sitka-alaska-lodging.com

HOTELS / MOTELS Eagle Bay Inn 1321 Sawmill Creek Road (907)623-9973 eaglebayinn@gmail.com www.sitkaseaglebayinn.com P

An Otter’s Cove Bed-N-Breakfast 3211 Halibut Point Road (907)747-4529 jorcheryl@gmail.com www.ottercovebandb.com

Fly-In Fish Inn 485 Katlian Street (907)747-7910 • (907)738-0102 cell info@flyinfishinn.com www.flyinfishinn.com P

Sitka Super 8

cdhanson@att.net www.annahootzbnb.com

404 Sawmill Creek Road (907)747-8804 s8gm3097@ehm-inc.com www.super8.com/sitka03097 P

Our bedroom suites feature private outside entrance, full baths, sitting rooms, mini kitchens, outside deck and WiFi. Centrally located. A short stroll to harbors, charters, downtown and points of interest.

Totem Square Hotel & Marina (See ad on page 21)

Ann’s Gavan Hill Bed & Breakfast

201 Katlian Street (866)300-1353 • (907)747-3693 totemsquarehotel@gmail.com www.totemsquarehotel.com P

415 Arrowhead Street (907)747-8023 annbills@gci.net www.annsgavanhill.com P

Westmark Sitka Hotel

Cinnamon Bear Bed & Breakfast

(See ad on page 21)

330 Seward Street (800)544-0970 • (907)747-6241 www.westmarkhotels.com P

PO Box 1512 (888)318-3474 • (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

Hannah’s Bed & Breakfast 504 Monastery Street (907)747-8309 sandy@hannahsbandb.com www.hannahsbandb.com

Indian Village B & B

Annahootz Bed & Breakfast 111 Jeff Davis Street (907)747-6498

(See ad on page 23)

Dove Island B & B and Lodge

117 Darrin Drive (907)747-3141 tsfriske@gci.net www.sitkacinnamonbearbandb.com

215 Kaagwaantaan (907)747-5845 boyddidrickson@gmail.com

Inn at Raven’s Peek 4260 Halibut Point Road (907)738-0140 cell arcticdoc@gci.net www.ravenspeekbandb.com

Jamestown Bay B & B 117 Jamestown Drive (907)747-5643 • (907)738-5643 cell reservations@jamestownbay.com www.jamestownbay.com

Seaview Bed N’ Breakfast 1605 Davidoff Street (907)747-3908

Vonnie’s B & B and Guide Service (See ad on page 25) 101 Shelikof Way (907)747-6401 vonnie@gci.net www.vonnies.net

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Historic Sitka Lodging

(866) 747-1032 toll free

On the Waterfront • The Loft: Sleeps up to 9, offers commanding views of surrounding islands and Sitka Channel maritime activity.

• The Bunkhouse: 2 adjoining units, sleeps up to 10 each. Fully appointed kitchens, living and dining.

Fisherman’s Quay, Ph: 907-738-3557 475 Katlian Street, Sitka, AK 99835

Furnished Luxury Accommodation

in Downtown

RESERVATIONS: 1-800-750-4712

Sitka

~Fully Equipped Kitchen ~4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Including Master Suite with Private Office

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~Media/Rec Room with 60” Flat Screen TV

~Wifi and Cable Television ~Panoramic Views

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CABINS / CAMPING / HOSTEL / RV’S

Sitka

For more information, visit www.sitka.org and click on “Stay” and “Camping/Hostel/RV Parks”

Sealing Cove RV Parking On Japonski Island, adjacent to Sealing Cove Boat Harbor (907)747-3439 Sitka Harbor Master www.cityofsitka.com/government/departments/ harbor/RVParking.html

Sitka International Hostel 109 Jeff Davis Street (907)747-8661 sitkahostel@yahoo.com www.sitkahostel.org

At Traffic Circle Intersec of Halibut Pt. Rd. & Sawmill Creek Rd. • 404 Sawmill Creek Rd. Sitka, AK 99835 • (907) 747-8804 Destination Super

®

SUPER8.COM | 1.800.800.8000 | WWW.WYNDHAMREWARDS.COM

All Super 8 hotels are independently owned and operated.

En Español 1.877.202.8812

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Sitka Sportsman’s Association RV Park & Camping Site 5211 Halibut Point Road (907)623-7740 www.rvsitka.com P Waterfront, next to ferry terminal, 7 miles from downtown, RV and tent sites, water, electric and sewer, hot showers. Easy kayak entry. Trap, skeet, indoor shooting range. Close to estuary trail.

U.S. Forest Service/Sitka Ranger District 204 Siginaka Way (907)747-6671 r10_sitka_rd@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov/goto/tongass/sitkard

LODGES Baranof Wilderness Lodge (See ad on page 26) PO Box 2187 • (800)613-6551 (907)738-3597 cell mtrotter@flyfishalaska.com www.flyfishalaska.com Personalized wilderness lodge – remote of Sitka, with unpressured water. Diverse salt and freshwater fishery. Whale watching, sea kayaking, natural hot springs. One for your bucket list!

Dove Island Lodge, LLC PO Box 1512 (888)318-3474 • (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

Fishermen’s Inn PO Box 8092 • Port Alexander, AK 99836 (907)568-2399 kmullifish@aol.com www.fishermensinn.com

IslandView Resort & Charters 4405 Halibut Point Road (888)998-6544 • (907)747-6544 info@islandviewcharters.com www.islandviewcharters.com

Talon Lodge (See ad on back cover) PO Box 6506 (800)536-1864 info@talonlodge.com www.talonlodge.com

FREE SuperStart® Breakfast • FREE Hi-Speed Internet • 24-Hr. Gst. Laundry •HBO Only Hotel in Sitka w/AC • FREE In-rm. Microwave/fridge, Coffee, Hairdryer & Safe

Wild Strawberry Lodge

Fisherman’s Quay

(See ad on page 27)

(See ad on page 22)

724 Siginaka Way (800)770-2628 • (907)747-3232 info@wildstrawberrylodge.com www.wildstrawberrylodge.com

475 A Katlian Street (800)750-4712 • (907)738-3557 cell fishermansquay@gmail.com www.fishermansquay.com/lodging

World Class salmon and halibut fishing! Multi-day fishing/lodging packages. Deluxe home cooking featuring fresh seafood. We promise “Warm Genuine Alaskan Hospitality” and memorable Alaskan experiences at Wild Strawberry Lodge. B & B lodging available off-season.

Forty Winks Sitka 211 Seward Street (907)747-6460 bshoe@alaska.net www.fortywinksuffda.com

VACATION RENTALS

Frank & Gloria’s Place

Above the Sea Sitka Vacation Rental

109 Sand Dollar Drive (907)747-8711 scig@ak.net www.sitkadream.com

1507 Davidoff Street (800)750-4712 • (907)747-4712 reservations@sitkatravel.com www.abovetheseasitka.com

Harbor Heights Penthouse

Biorka Guest House

(See ad on page 22)

611 Biorka Street (907)738-7333 cell biorkaguesthouse@ak.net www.biorkaguesthouse.com

329 Harbor Drive (907)747-1032 rentals.davisrealty@gci.net www.sitkaharborheights.com

Cottages on Monastery

Helga’s

207 Monastery Street (800)750-4712 • (907)747-4712 reservations@sitkatravel.com www.sitkatravel.com

2827 Halibut Point Road (907)747-5497 helgasbandb@gmail.com www.helgasbedandbreakfast.com

Dreaming Bear Suites 405 Etolin Way (907)747-8601 fairweather308@gci.net www.fairweatherdreams.com

IslandView Resort & Charters

Charming and cozy studio apartments in the heart of downtown, close to harbor, cafés and attractions. Full kitchen, deck, garden. Sleeps 3-5. Pets on approval.

Smoke-free. Seasonal rates. WiFi.

Fairweather Vacation Rental 308 Monastery Street (907)747-8601 fairweather308@gci.net www.fairweatherdreams.com Cozy one bedroom, private, comfortable apartment located downtown close to the harbor, cafés, attractions. Full kitchen, deck, garden. Sleeps 4-6. Pets on approval. Smokefree. Seasonal rates. Free high speed internet.

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4405 Halibut Point Road (888)998-6544 • (907)747-6544 info@islandviewcharters.com www.islandviewcharters.com This beautiful lodge can be booked mid-May to September for charter fishing guests.

In the off-season, relax in this beachfront getaway perfect for a weekend get away or extended stay. Spacious suites are 3 bd/2.5 bath with waterfront decks boasting gas fireplaces, private hot tubs, and gas grills. Accommodates 2-30 guests.

Krestoff Cabin PO Box 2421 (907)738-9028 cell pearson1@ptialaska.net www.vrbo.com/709811

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Sitka Rock Suites 4256/4257 Halibut Point Road (907)738-1710 cell sitkarocksuites@aol.com www.sitkarocksuites.com

Sitka’s Home Away From Home 406 Hemlock Street (800)478-8558 • (907)747-8558 cropleys@aol.com www.vacationsitka.com

RESERVATION SERVICE

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Welcome Home Vacations, LLC (See ad on page 22) 2821 Halibut Point Road (800)750-4712 • (907)747-4712 reservations@sitkatravel.com www.sitkatravel.com

ATTRACTIONS

Sprucecot 308 Peterson Avenue (907)747-3670 judyzc@gci.net www.sprucecot.com

Alaska Native Brotherhood & Alaska Native Sisterhood 235 Katlian Street (907)738-6608 cell

1000 Raptor Way (800)643-9425 • (907)747-8662 members@alaskaraptor.org www.alaskaraptor.org P

Located 6 miles from downtown 4639 Sawmill Creek Road (907)747-3032 info@fortressofthebear.org www.fortressofthebear.org

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A beAr rescue center where magnificent resident bears roam in a naturalized setting.

Viewing from above a covered area, take photos and memories to last a lifetime.

Located 5 miles from the center of town, we are available through shuttles, tours, taxis and car rentals.

4639 Sawmill Creek rd.

Sitka, ak • 907-747-3032

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200 Katlian Street touroperations@sitkatribe-nsn.gov www.sitkatours.com P

Discover the real Alaska at the historic Sheldon Jackson Museum. Built in 1897 the Museum’s collection features artifacts from Alaska’s native cultures – Inupiaq, Yup’ik, Aleut, Alutiiq, Athabascan and Northwest Coast.

Sitka Historical Society and Museum 210 Seward Street (907)747-6455 halspackman@sitkahistory.org www.sitkahistory.org

Sitka National Historical Park 106 Metlakatla Street (907)747-0110 www.nps.gov/sitk P

Sitka Sound Science Center (See ad on this page)

NEW ARCHANGEL DANCERS ®

Preserving Sitka’s Russian History with Authentic Folk Dances Performing at Allen Memorial Hall (Sheldon Jackson Campus) Call (907) 747-5516 for Recorded Weekly Performance Schedule www.newarchangeldancers.com

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Naa Kahidi Dancers/Sheet’Ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi Community House

National Historic Site 104 College Drive (907)747-8981 jacqueline.fernandez@alaska.gov www.museums.alaska.gov/sheldon_jackson/ sjhome.html P

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Sheldon Jackson Museum

Fortress of the Bear

Touch tanks • Great for kids!

208 Smith Street (907)747-5516 newarchangel@gci.net www.newarchangeldancers.com

Hear the songs of tradition handed down by generations of a living culture. The Tlingit Dancers perform regular summer shows at the Sheet’Ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi Clan House. Calendar at www.sitkatours.com

Alaska Raptor Center

747-8878 • 834 Lincoln St. sitkascience.org

New Archangel Dancers

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834 Lincoln Street (907)747-8878 lbusch@sitkascience.org www.sitkascience.org

St. Michael’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral National Historic Landmark 240 Lincoln Street (907)747-8120 frmichael.boyle@gmail.com P

Tribal Community House Sheet’ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi 200 Katlian Street (907)747-7290 www.sitkatribe.org

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CRUISES Alaska Marine Highway (See ad on page 30) 7559 North Tongass Highway • Ketchikan, AK 99901 (800)642-0066 dot.ask.amhs@alaska.gov www.ferryalaska.com

Sitka Summer Music Festival (June) (See ad on this page) PO Box 3333 (907)747-6774 info@sitkamusicfestival.org www.alaskaclassics.org Join us for magnificent music at Alaska’s premier chamber music festival. Internationally acclaimed musicians are featured in weekend concerts and a series of free events, June 1-24, 2016.

Alaskan Dream Cruises

Sitka WhaleFest (November)

(See ad on this page)

834 Lincoln Street (907)747-8878 whalefest@sitkascience.org www.sitkawhalefest.org

1512 Sawmill Creek Road (855)747-8100 info@alaskandreamcruises.com www.alaskandreamcruises.com Small cruise ship line which highlights the unique areas of Southeast on adventure ships. Have local insider’s knowledge of where to go and what to do. Prices include shore excursions.

Custom Alaska Cruises PO Box 240034 • Douglas, AK 99824 (970)465-6643 alaskacruises@gmail.com www.sikumi.com

Sitka Harbor Tours PO Box 6411 (907)738-2458 sitkaharbortours@gmail.com www.sitkaharbortours.com

FISHING - FRESHWATER Alaska Getaway 1009 Halibut Point Road (907)966-3474 paul@alaskagetaway.net www.alaskagetaway.net

Baranof Wilderness Lodge (See ad on page 26) PO Box 2187 (800)613-6551 • (907)738-3597 cell mtrotter@flyfishalaska.com www.flyfishalaska.com Circle #11 on Reader Service Card

Sound Sailing 617 Katlian Street T3-26 (907)887-9446 capt.blain@soundsailing.com www.soundsailing.com

The Boat Company PO Box 1839 • Poulsbo, WA 98370 (877)647-8268 kathy@theboatcompany.com www.theboatcompany.org

Un-Cruise Adventures 3826 18th Avenue West • Seattle, WA 98119 (888)862-8881 sales@un-cruise.com www.un-cruise.com Circle #12 on Reader Service Card

EVENTS / FESTIVALS Alaska Day Festival (October) PO Box 1355 www.alaskadayfestival.org

Sitka Fine Arts Camp PO Box 3086 (907)747-3085 office@fineartscamp.org www.fineartscamp.org

Sitka Seafood Festival sitkaseafoodfestival@gmail.com www.sitkaseafoodfestival.org

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Classic Casting Adventures (See ad on this page)

PO Box 6398 (907)738-2737 cell tad@flyfishsitka.com www.flyfishsitka.com Freshwater fishing excursions for Steelhead, Salmon, and Trout. Rivers are accessed by boat and float plane.

Fly fishing and spin casting available. Waders and fishing gear provided. Salt water fishing also available.

Dove Island Lodge, LLC PO Box 1512 (888)318-3474 • (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

Sitka Alaska Outfitters 105B Monastery Street (877)966-2301 • (907)966-2301 (907)738-3301 cell ken@sldtours.com www.SitkaAlaskaOutfitters.com

flyfishsitka.com 907-738-2737 • Classic Casting Adventures Special Use Permit Holder Tongass National Forest

FISHING - SALTWATER ABC Island Guides 3004 Barker Street (907)738-3141 cell abcislandguides@gmail.com www.abcislandguides.com

Alaska Adventures Unlimited, Inc. 208 Lake Street, Ste. B (907)738-4573 cell samanthaakadventures@gmail.com www.alaskafishing-sitka.com

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Alaska Premier Charters, Inc. (See ad on page 27)

724 Siginaka Way (800)770-2628 • (907)747-3232 info@wildstrawberrylodge.com www.wildstrawberrylodge.com World-class salmon and halibut fishing! Multi-day fishing/ lodging packages. We promise “Warm Genuine Alaskan Hospitality” and memorable Alaskan experiences at Wild Strawberry Lodge. Saltwater Sportfishing at its finest!

Alaskan Advantage PO Box 2832 (206)669-0436 tom@buckroyd.com www.buckroyd.com

Alaskan Reel Affair Charters, LLC (See ad on page 18 & 19)

PO Box 1825 (888)966-2322 • (907)966-2322 reel.affair@att.net • www.reelaffair.com

Angling Unlimited, Inc. 4256 Halibut Point Road (800)297-3380 • (907)747-3736 anglingunlimited@aol.com www.anglingunlimited.com

Annahootz Alaskan Adventures (See ad on page 28)

PO Box 52 (907)747-2608 • (907)738-0996 cell jim@annahootz.com www.annahootz.com

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Baranof Wilderness Lodge (See ad on page 26)

PO Box 2187 (800)613-6551 • (907)738-3597 cell mtrotter@flyfishalaska.com www.flyfishalaska.com

Beyond Boundaries Expeditions PO Box 2187 (800)613-6551 • (907)738-3597 cell mtrotter@flyfishalaska.com www.flyfishalaska.com

Big Blue Charters

(See ad on this page) PO Box 2956 (877)747-5161 • (907)747-5161 mike@bigbluecharters.com www.bigbluecharters.com

GUIDED SIGHTSEEING

Sitka Wildlife Tours (907)738-1733 cell conine@gci.net www.sitkawildlifetours.com

CITY TOURS

FLIGHTSEEING TOURS

Sitka Tours

Air Sitka

PO Box 1001 (907)747-5800 aksitkatours@aol.com www.sitkatoursalaska.com

485 Katlian Street (907)747-7920 • (907)738-2363 cell ken@flyinfishinn.com www.flyinfishinn.com

Tribal Tours touroperations@sitkatribe-nsn.gov www.sitkatours.com Learn about the Tlingit native way of life and their living culture with Sitka’s Tribal Tours. Our modern coaches provide comfortable viewing while experiencing authentic Sitka. All entrance fees are included.

Dove Island Lodge, LLC PO Box 1512 (888)318-3474 • (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

Charter Alaska 406 Hemlock Street (800)478-8558 • (907)747-8558 skipper@charteralaska.com www.charteralaska.com

Classic Casting Adventures (See ad on page 26) PO Box 6398 (907)738-2737 cell tad@flyfishsitka.com www.flyfishsitka.com

Dove Island Lodge, LLC PO Box 1512 (888)318-3474 • (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

Frontier Charters & Lodge

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3922 Halibut Point Road (800)388-1218 frontiercharters@alaskan.com www.frontiercharters.com

IslandView Resort & Charters 4405 Halibut Point Road (888)998-6544 • (907)747-6544 info@islandviewcharters.com www.islandviewcharters.com

Kingfisher Charters & Lodge PO Box 1781 (800)727-6136 • (907)747-6136 kingfish@ptialaska.net www.kingfishercharters.com

Sitka Alaska Outfitters 105B Monastery Street (877)966-2301 • (907)966-2301 (907)738-3301 cell ken@sldtours.com www.SitkaAlaskaOutfitters.com

Talon Lodge

(See ad on back cover)

PO Box 6506 (800)536-1864 info@talonlodge.com www.talonlodge.com

Vonnie’s B & B and Guide Service (See ad on page 25) 101 Shelikof Way (907)747-6401 vonnie@gci.net www.vonnies.net

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WILDLIFE BOAT TOURS

Harris Aircraft Services, Inc. (See ad on this page)

Allen Marine Tours

400 Airport Road (877)966-3050 • (907)966-3050 info@harrisair.com www.harrisair.com

(See ad on this page)

Harris Air offers a great flight seeing tour in our sturdy de Havilland Beaver and Cessna 185. Passengers will get the chance to see our beautiful back country, glacier ice fields and wildlife such as mountain goats, bears, whales and sea otters. Harris Air also has a company van, so don’t hesitate to call for a pick up. Prices: 20 Min - $115ea 40 Min - $175ea 60 Min - $215ea

Sitka Wildlife Quest PO Box 1049 (888)747-8101 • (907)747-8100 sitkainfo@allenmarine.com www.allenmarinetours.com Cruise Sitka Sound with Alaska’s most experienced tour company. For over 40 years, it has been our privilege to transform the Alaska dreams you bring with you... into a perfect day filled with memories to last a lifetime.

Tours • Charters • Scheduled Service

• Fishing Charter Packages • Marine Wildlife Tours • Floathouse Rentals • Hunting Packages Toll Free: 1.877.966.3050 info@harrisair.com www.harrisair.com Circle #18 on Reader Service Card

(See ad on this page) PO Box 52 (907)747-2608 • (907)738-0996 cell jim@annahootz.com • www.annahootz.com

Dove Island Lodge, LLC PO Box 1512 (888)318-3474 • (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

Esther G Sea Tours 215 Shotgun Alley (907)747-6481 • (907)738-6481 cell alaskadavey@gmail.com www.puffinsandwhales.com

Ocean Raft Adventures

Harris Aircraft Services

Call & book your flight today!

Annahootz Alaskan Adventures

(Deer, Bear, Goat)

105B Monastery Street (877)966-2301 (907)966-2301 • (907)738-3301 cell ken@sldtours.com www.SitkaAlaskaOutfitters.com Enjoy thrilling rides aboard an ocean raft in the awe inspiring setting of Sitka Sound. Have fun, exploring mysterious sea caves, viewing awesome volcanic rock formations and watching incredible wildlife.

907-747-2608 or (cell) 907-738-0996 Email: Jim@annahootz.com

OUTDOOR

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ALL TERRAIN VEHICLES Alaska ATV Tours 105B Monastery Street (877)966-2301 • (907)966-2301 (907)738-3301 cell ken@sldtours.com www.SitkaAlaskaOutfitters.com Alaska ATV Tours offers all inclusive guided OHV tours in the Tongass National Forest.

Enjoy spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife. Watch Bears in a natural setting, view incredible wildflower meadows and have a picnic on a beautiful ocean beach.

Dove Island Lodge, LLC PO Box 1512 (888)318-3474 • (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

BICYCLE RENTALS AND TOURS Yellow Jersey Cycle Shop 329 Harbor Drive (907)747-6317 yellowjerseycycles@yahoo.com www.yellowjerseycycles.com

GOLF Sea Mountain Golf Course 301 Granite Creek Road (907)747-5663 seamountaingolf@gmail.com

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KAYAK TOURS / RENTALS Alaska Travel Adventures 9085 Glacier Highway, #301, Juneau, AK 99801 (800)791-2673 • (907)789-0052 info@bestofalaskatravel.com www.alaskaadventures.com

Sitka Sound Ocean Adventures 112 Toivo Circle (907)752-0660 cell info@kayaksitka.com www.kayaksitka.com

Island Institute

Harry’s Soda Shop & Pharmacy and Photo

PO Box 2420 (907)747-3794 info@iialaska.org www.iialaska.org

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Sitka Charter Boat Operators Association PO Box 2422 (907)747-3232 www.sitkacharteroperators.com

Highliner Coffee 327 Seward Street (907)747-4924 coffeeinfo@highlinercoffee.com www.highlinercoffee.com

Sitka Conservation Society

Explore the coast less paddled on an intimate guided sea kayak adventure.

Day tours, expeditions, outfitter services and water taxi. Please check out our Tripadvisor reviews online to learn more.

RENTALS & EQUIPMENT

201 Lincoln Street, Suite 4 (907)747-7509 info@sitkawild.org www.sitkawild.org

Homeport Eatery

Sitka Economic Development Association 329 Harbor Drive, Suite 212 (907)747-2660 inforequest@sitka.net www.sitka.net

256 Katlian Street (907)966-3663 ludvigsbistro@hotmail.com www.ludvigsbistro.com

617 Katlian Street (907)747-3439

(See ad on page 26) PO Box 6398 (907)738-2737 cell tad@flyfishsitka.com www.flyfishsitka.com

Sitka Trail Works, Inc.

Sitka Alaska Outfitters 105B Monastery Street (877)966-2301 • (907)966-2301 (907)738-3301 cell ken@sldtours.com www.SitkaAlaskaOutfitters.com Guided and self guided trips for fishing, OHV riding and camping. Outdoor equipment sales and rentals, fly shop, fly fishing outfits, boats, camping equipment, OHV’s and trip consulting.

ORGANIZATIONS Alaska Department of Fish & Game 304 Lake Street, Room 103 (907)747-5355 (fishing) • (907)747-5449 (hunting) www.adfg.state.ak.us

City and Borough of Sitka

801 Halibut Point Road (907)747-7244 trail@gci.net www.sitkatrailworks.org

Raven Dining Room (See ad on page 21)

US Forest Service - Sitka Ranger District 204 Siginaka Way (907)747-6671 r10_sitka_rd@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov/goto/tongass/sitkard

CLIA Alaska 360 K Street, Suite 300, Anchorage, AK 99501 (907)339-9340 info@akcruise.org www.cliaalaska.org

Greater Sitka Arts Council PO Box 564 (907)747-2787 justsosarah@gmail.com www.thinkartthinksitka.com

Greater Sitka Chamber of Commerce 329 Harbor Drive, Suite 212 (907)747-8604 info@sitkachamber.com www.sitkachamber.com

Located in the Westmark Sitka Hotel 330 Seward Street (907)747-0979

Sea Mountain Restaurant & 19th Hole 301 Granite Creek Road (907)747-5663 seamountaingolf@gmail.com

Seamart Food Court

RESTAURANTS Backdoor Café

(See ad on page 21)

Baranof Island Brewing Company 215 Smith Street, Suite A (907)747-2739 info@baranofislandbrewing.com www.baranofislandbrewing.com

Abby’s Reflection Apparel & Quiltworks 231 Lincoln Street (907)747-3510 abbysreflection@yahoo.com www.abbysreflection.com

Bear Country Coffee 303 Lincoln Street #2 (907)747-5600

Channel Club 2906 Halibut Point Road (907)747-7440 www.facebook.com/pages/ChannelClub/115250051884839 PO Box 1512 (888)318-3474 • (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

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Located in the Totem Square Hotel 201 Katlian Street (907)747-5411 www.totemsquarehotel.com

SHOPS / GALLERIES

407 Lincoln Street (Upstairs) (907)747-5300 BayviewPubSitka@gmail.com www.SitkaBayviewPub.com

Dove Island Lodge, LLC

1867 Halibut Point Road (907)747-6266 www.seamart.com

The Dock

104 Barracks Street (907)747-8856 www.facebook.com/sitkabackdoor

Bayview Pub

100 Lincoln Street (907)747-3294 www.cityofsitka.com

209 Lincoln Street (907)623-0850 homeporteatery@gmail.com www.homeporteatery.com

Ludvig’s Bistro

Sitka Harbor Department

Fly Fish Sitka

106 Lincoln Street (907)966-2123 info@whitesalaska.com www.whitesalaska.com

Alaska Raptor Center Gift Shop 1000 Raptor Way • (800)643-9425 (907)747-8662 members@alaskaraptor.org www.alaskaraptor.org P

Artist Cove Gallery 241 Lincoln Street (907)747-6990 artistcove@alaska.net www.artistcovegallery.com

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Baranof Jewelers

Island Artists Gallery

Steller Books

200 Lincoln Street (907)966-3838 baranofjewelers@msn.com www.baranofjewelry.com

205 Lincoln Street (907)747-6536 info@islandartistsgallery.com www.islandartistsgallery.com P

C/O The Fishermen’s Eye 239 Lincoln Street (907)747-6080 bear307mt@gci.net

Knitting with Class

WinterSong Soap Company

Fishermen’s Eye Gallery 239 Lincoln Street (907)747-6080 fishermenseye@gmail.com

102 Lincoln Street (907)738-0957 cell knittingwithclass@gmail.com www.knittingwithclass.com

Goldsmith Gallery

Old Harbor Books

407 Lincoln Street (800)360-5744 • (907)747-5744 www.alaskajewelry.com

201 Lincoln Street (907)747-8808 oldharborbookssitka@gmail.com www.oldharborbooks.net

202 Lincoln Street (888)819-8949 • (907)747-8949 wintersongsoap@att.net www.wintersongsoap.com

Work & Rugged Gear Store 336 Lincoln Street • (907)747-5050 work.rugged@gmail.com www.facebook.com/work.rugged

RadioShack 303 Lincoln Street, #2 (907)747-3999 photo@gci.net www.facebook.com/SitkaRadioshack

Russell’s 208 Lincoln Street (907)747-3395 stashinc@ymail.com www.facebook.com/russellssitka

Russian American Company

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134 Lincoln Street (907)747-6228 olgaborland@yahoo.com www.russianamericancompany.com

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Sheldon Jackson Museum Gift Shop Located in a National Historic Site 104 College Drive (907)747-6233 friendsofsjm@gmail.com www.friendsofsjm.com P

506 DeGroff Street (907)738-4722 cell baranof_tours@yahoo.com

Ferry Shuttle (907)747-5800 aksitkatours@aol.com www.sitkatoursalaska.com

Hank’s Cabs PO Box 2372 (907)747-8888 drhankenstien@yahoo.com PO Box 6298 (907)738-2282 cell sitkacarrental@gmail.com www.sitkacarrental.com

Visitor On/Off Bus Operates May through September touroperations@sitkatribe-nsn.gov www.sitkatours.com

TO / FROM SITKA 600 Airport Road (800)252-7522 www.alaskaair.com

Alaska Marine Highway

Sitka Fur Gallery 108 Lincoln Street (907)747-8870 maressahernandez@sitkafurgallery.com www.akfurs.com

Sitka Historical Museum Gift Shop 210 Seward Street (907)747-6455 halspackman@sitkahistory.org www.sitkahistory.org

(See ad on this page) 7559 North Tongass Highway Ketchikan, AK 99901 (800)642-0066 dot.ask.amhs@alaska.gov www.ferryalaska.com See more of Alaska aboard our fleet of state ferries. Whether you walk on, drive on, or ride a bike, it’s a fun and spectacularly scenic way to travel.

Alaska Seaplanes

Sitka Rose Gallery 419 Lincoln Street (888)236-1536 • (907)747-3030 sitkarosegallery@alaskan.com www.sitkarosegallery.com

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Baranof Taxi and Tours

Alaska Airlines

215 Lincoln Street (907)747-5510 sitkabazaar@alaska.net www.sitkabazaar.com

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GROUND TRANSPORT

Sitka Car Rental

332 Lincoln Street (907)966-2160 info@whitesalaska.com www.whitesalaska.com

Sitka Bazaar

FerryAlaska.com/st 1-800-642-0066

TRANSPORTATION

8907 Yandukin Drive Juneau, AK 99801 (800)354-2479 • (907)789-3331 info@flyalaskaseaplanes.com www.flyalaskaseaplanes.com

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Harris Aircraft Services, Inc. (See ad on page 28) 400 Airport Road (877)966-3050 • (907)966-3050 info@harrisair.com www.harrisair.com Harris Air offers daily air service to the communities of Gustavus, Hoonah, Juneau, Kake, Klawock, Petersburg and Wrangell in our twin-engine IFR equipped Piper Navajos. Call and book your flight today!

Wells Fargo & ATM machine

OFFICE SUPPLIES / SERVICES

300 Lincoln Street (907)747-3226 www.wellsfargo.com P

Aurora Business Supplies, LLC

FISHING / MARINE SUPPLIES Murray Pacific

PHARMACIES

475 Katlian Street (907)747-3171 sitka@murraypacific.com

Harry Race Pharmacy and Photo

WATER TRANSPORT

GROCERIES / LIQUOR STORES / BARS

Classic Casting Adventures

Ernie’s Old Time Saloon

(See ad on page 26)

130 Lincoln Street (907)747-3334

PO Box 6398 (907)738-2737 cell tad@flyfishsitka.com www.flyfishsitka.com

Market Center

Sitka Alaska Outfitters

212 Katlian Street (907)747-3456

105B Monastery Street (877)966-2301 • (907)966-2301 (907)738-3301 cell ken@sldtours.com www.SitkaAlaskaOutfitters.com

Sitka Harbor Tours PO Box 6411 (907)738-2458 cell sitkaharbortours@gmail.com www.sitkaharbortours.com

Sitka Sound Ocean Adventures 112 Toivo Circle (907)752-0660 cell info@kayaksitka.com www.kayaksitka.com

705 Halibut Point Road (907)966-2150 info@whitesalaska.com www.whitesalaska.com

210 Baranof Street (downtown) (907)747-6686

PORT SERVICES / MOORAGE

Pioneer Bar & Liquor Store

Cruise Line Agencies of Alaska 124 Lincoln Street, Suite 204 (907)747-3377 sitka@claalaska.com www.claalaska.com

SEAMART Grocery Store 1867 Halibut Point Road (907)747-6266 www.seamart.com

Old Sitka Dock at Halibut Point Marine 4513 Halibut Point Road (907)747-4999 chris@halibutpointmarine.com www.oldsitkadock.com

INSURANCE Paula Scott,USI 3800 Centerpoint Drive, Suite 540, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907)334-4705 • paula.scott@usi.biz 225 Harbor Drive (907)747-8625 info@venneberginsurance.com www.venneberginsurance.com

ALPS Federal Credit Union & ATM machine 401 Halibut Point Road (907)747-6261 www.alpsfcu.org P

208D Lake Street (907)747-1032 www.davisrealtysitka.com

MEDIA 112 Barracks Street (907)747-3219 news@sitkasentinel.com www.sitkasentinel.com

Sitka Realty 228 Harbor Drive (907)747-8922 candi@sitkarealty.com www.sitkarealty.com P

Pioneer Studios

First Bank & ATM machine 203 Lake Street (907)747-6636 www.firstbankak.com P

(210)865-8370 info@pioneerstudios.org www.pioneerstudios.org

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Raven Radio Foundation, Inc.

First National Bank Alaska & ATM machine 318 Lincoln Street (907)747-7000 www.FNBAlaska.com P

KCAW FM 104.7 & 90.1 2 Lincoln Street, • Suite B (907)747-5877 raven@kcaw.org www.kcaw.org P

Shelter Cove Publishing

Northrim Bank & ATM machine 315 Lincoln Street Suite 206 (907)747-8688 www.northrim.com P

215 Smith Street Apt. G (907)747-2860 • (907)738-2888 cell sheltercovepublishing@gmail.com www.sheltercovepublishing.com

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Baranof Realty

Davis Realty

Daily Sitka Sentinel

BANKING / FINANCIAL

REAL ESTATE 315 Seward Street (907)747-5636 travis@baranofrealty.com www.baranofrealty.com

Venneberg Insurance, Inc.

VISITOR SERVICES

106 Lincoln Street (907)966-2130 info@whitesalaska.com www.whitesalaska.com

(See ad on page 30)

705 Halibut Point Road (907)747-5322

215 Shotgun Alley (907)747-6481 • (907)738-6481 cell alaskadavey@gmail.com www.puffinsandwhales.com

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White’s Pharmacy

House of Liquor

Esther G Sea Tours & Taxi

327 Seward Street, Suite 2 (907)747-4704 orders@aurorabusinesssupplies.com www.aurorabusinesssupplies.com

Salon 264 320 Seward Street (907)747-2644 salon2644@gmail.com www.salon264.com This guide includes businesses that have made a commitment to Sitka’s visitor industry by joining the SCVB. The SCVB does not guarantee the accuracy of the listings, and is not responsible for the quality or safety of any operator.

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Fortress of the Bear – A bear rescue center where magnificent resident bears roam in a naturalized setting. Viewing is from above in a covered area, take photos and memories to last a lifetime. P ■ $

Alaska Raptor Center – A pioneering wildlife project offers close-up encounters with bald eagles and other birds of prey. The goal is to rehabilitate injured birds and release them back into the wild; however, a few never recover flight and remain housed at the center’s outdoor display. P ■ $

Sitka National Historical Park (Totem Park) – This 107-acre park preserves and interprets the site of the battle of 1804 between the Tlingit and Russians. Haida & Tlingit totems from the Louisiana Exposition in the early 1900s are located along a gravel pathway that meanders through the rainforest. NRHP P ■

Sitka Fine Arts Campus, formerly Sheldon Jackson College – Now home to a nationally acclaimed program that provides artistic development for youth K-12 in visual arts, music, dance, theater, writing, and Alaska Native arts. NHLS P

Sheldon Jackson Museum – Est. 1895, this is Alaska’s oldest museum and housed in the state’s first concrete building. Collected from 1880– 1900, this is the largest collection of Alaska Native artifacts in the state.

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Sitka Sound Science Center – Experience the amazing diversity of the many creatures that thrive in our surrounding waters at the aquarium, wet lab, and onsite fish hatchery. P ■ $

St. Peter’s by the Sea Episcopal Church – Made of natural stone and wood, this is the oldest standing church in Sitka. The first service was held in 1899. NRHP

Russian Bishop’s House – Built in 1842 by the Russian American Company as a residence for the bishop of the Orthodox Church, it’s the oldest intact Russian building in Sitka. Saint Bishop Innocent (Father Veniaminov) was its first resident. NHLS P $

Harrigan Centennial Hall & Summer Information Desk – Built in 1967, this public auditorium houses the Sitka Historical Society/Museum and a wildlife display. During the summer, a visitor information desk is available and the New Archangel Dancers perform. P

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20 Russian Cemetery – Over 200 years old with many headstones crafted from

last Russian governor, Dimitri Maksoutoff.

19 Princess Maksoutoff’s Grave – Princess Maksoutoff was the wife of the

from the Tlingit, when the Tlingit returned to the area in the 1820s.

18 Russian Blockhouse – Replica of the blockhouse that separated the Russians

village, it serves as an Alaska Native community center. NHLS P

17 Alaska Native Brotherhood Hall – Built in 1914, located in the Tlingit

a Tlingit clan house, with the largest hand-carved house screen in the Pacific Northwest. Sheet’ka Kwaán Naa Kahídi Native Dancers perform onsite during the summer. P

16 Sheet’ka Kwaán Naa Kahídi Community House – Built in the style of

pole that displays the double-headed eagle of Sitka’s Russian heritage. P

15 Totem Square – A grassy park area in downtown Sitka containing a totem

A massive pioneer statue, made of bronze by Alonzo Victor, graces the building front. Visitors are welcome. NRHP P ■

14 Pioneer Home – This state home for elderly Alaskans was built in 1934.

stronghold of the Kiks.adi clan. Later, successions of Russian buildings occupied the hill including “Baranov’s Castle” from 1837 to 1894. This is also the site of the Alaska transfer from Russia to the United States on October 18, 1867. NHLS P

13 Castle Hill – With stunning panoramic views of Sitka, this was an early

West Coast of North America. Contains artifacts from the original 1843 Finnish Lutheran Church: 1844 Kessler organ, chandelier, pulpit, & communion rail. P

St. Michael’s Cathedral – Located in the heart of downtown, the Russian Orthodox cathedral is an exact replica of the original that was destroyed in 1966. An important collection of art and rare treasures are housed inside. NHLS P ■ $

12 Sitka Lutheran Church – The site of the first Protestant Church on the

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Sitka’s history converge. Packed with displays, photographs and artifacts from Sitka’s Tlingit, Russian and American history, the museum is a worth-while stop! P ■ $

10 Sitka Historical Museum – This is the place where all elements of

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This guide has been developed for reference purposes only.

The authors make no representations concerning the actual condition of the facilities depicted hereon.

This guide made possible with the generous support of the National Park Service Challenge Cost-Share Program, Alaska State Parks, Sitka Convention & Visitors Bureau, SEARHC, USDA Forest Service, Sitka Trail Works and the City & Borough of Sitka. Links to additional info on health, safety and activity options at http://www.cityofsitka.com/. Map credit: Reber Stein

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