2017 Sitka Vacation Planner

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A quick 2 hour flight from Seattle, getting here is easy. Alaska Airlines offers multiple daily flights year round while Delta Airlines offers daily service into Sitka during the summer.

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.

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, Fantasy Cruises, Sound Sailing, or The Boat Company.

Visitors who prefer a more traditional large ship experience can book through Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, 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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Wilderness Adventure

Sitka Loves the Arts

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Glacier Bay

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Juneau

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Elfin Cove Pelican

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Anchorage

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Tenakee Springs Chichagof Admiralty Island Island

Baranof Island Baranof Warm Springs

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Petersburg Wrangell Port Alexander

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Ketchikan

Prince of Wales Island

Alaska Marine Highway Front and back cover credit: Blaine Harrington III. Page 2 from left to right: St. Michael’s Cathedral © Rob Wyatt, Totem Pole © Leon Wordinger, Salmon Fishing © Don Kluting, Surfers © William Greer, Alaska Air © William Greer, Alaska Marine Highway © Patrick Endres, Cruise Ship © William Greer. Page 3 from left to right: Breaching Whale © Adam Taylor, Hikers © Bethany Goodrich, Musician © Clark Mishler.

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dre En s itka 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.

St. Michael’s Cathedral © Rob Wyatt

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Sheldon Jackson Museum © Patrick Endres

Greer Alaska Day Festival © William Russians first arrived in 1799 in search of sea otter pelts for the lucrative fur trade. After several 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.

The Cathedral of St. Michael the Archangel which was 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 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.

Sitka National Historical Park © Patrick Endres

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SITKA’S SESQUICENTENNIAL COMMEMORATION

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There are specific moments that shape the future beyond anything that could have been foreseen at the time. The Transfer of Alaska was one of those moments, not only for Sitka and Alaska, but also for the United States and the World. 2017 Is an exciting year as it marks the 150th Anniversary of the Transfer of Alaska from Russia to the United States, referred to as The Sesquicentennial.

March 30 is officially recognized in Alaska as Seward’s Day. On this date in 1867, Russia and the United States signed the Treaty of Cession agreeing to the sale of vast Alaskan lands. That same year on October 18th, now known as Alaska Day, the Russian flag was lowered, and the Stars and Stripes was raised atop Sitka’s famous Castle Hill during a solemn transfer ceremony. Sitka, or New Archangel, had been the capital of Russian America since 1808. Today, Alaska Native culture and historic sites from Russian occupation remain as reminders of our heritage.

Explore www.ak150.com or www.sitkahistory.org to learn more about Sitka’s history and how you can join us, as we share, learn, and remember the past 150 years.

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© Historical photos pages 6-7 provided by The Sitka History Museum

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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 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.

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.

Nearby, the prominent onion-shaped 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.

Russian Bishop’s House © Alamy

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St. Michael’s Cathedral © Jocelyn Pride

Naa Kahidi Dancers Š Jocelyn Pride

New Archangel Dancers Š Roberta White

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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.

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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.

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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Freshwater Fishing © Tad Kisaka

Saltwater Fishing © Don Larson

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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.

A memorable experience with coastal brown bears awaits you at the Fortress of the Bear, a refuge for orphaned brown bears cubs that would otherwise be euthanized.

The sanctuary allows visitors to see bears at play in a created environment.

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.

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 redtailed hawks.

The Sitka Sound Science Center brings sea life to you. See a re-articulated 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.

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Re-articulated Killer Whale Skeleton © Sitka Sound Science Center

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Hiker © Don Kluting

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 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

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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.

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.

ATV Tour © Ken Rear

Kayakers © Barbara Reilly

Flightseeing © Nunatak Design Camping © Don Kluting

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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

Sitka Summer Music Festival © Christine Davenport

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locals and visitors to see the variety and caliber of talent embodied in the faculty and students.

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.

Arti Gras Š Greater Sitka Arts Council Sitka Fine Arts Camp Š Berett Wilbur

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JANUARY

Russian Christmas and Starring • (907) 747-8120 Photo © William Greer

Sitka Jazz Festival • sitkajazzfestival.com Alaska Airlines Winter Classics Concert Series alaskaclassics.org Photo © Sitka Jazz Festival

MAY

JUNE

Ocean Wave Quilters Guild Quilt Show facebook.com/ groups/oceanwave/ Julie Hughes Triathlon • juliehughestri.com Sitka Salmon Derby • (907) 747-6790

Sitka Fest • finearstscamp.org Sitka Summer Music Festival: June-July • alaskaclassics.org Sitka Fine Arts Camp: June-July • fineartscamp.org

Photo © Kingfisher Charters

Photo © Christine Davenport

SEPTEMBER

Mudball Classic Softball Tournament • leaguelineup.com Photo © Sitka Mudball

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FEBRUARY

OCTOBER

Alaska Day Festival • alaskadayfestival.org The Grind: October-April • thinkartthinksitka.com Photo © William Greer

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Herring Fishery • kcaw.org/community-calendar Arti Gras • thinkartthinksitka.com Photo © Dave Nevins

JULY

AUGUST

Fourth of July Celebration • sitkachamber.com Alpine Adventure Run • (907) 752-0400

Sitka Seafood Festival • sitkaseafoodfestival.org

Photo © Don Kluting

Photo © Rachel Roy Magazine

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

Sitka Whalefest • sitkawhalefest.org

Sitka Artisans Market & Holiday Craft Party thinkartthinksitka.com

Photo © Don Kluting

Photo © Greater Sitka Arts Council

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We hope you won’t need us during your visit, but if you experience the unexpected Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital offers: • 24-hour Emergency Room • Advanced Digital Imaging • Outpatient clinic, same day access • Orthopedics

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Inpatient care OB/GYN services Pediatrics Dental

Here if you need us.

We accept most forms of insurance including Medicaid, Medicare, Tricare and VA.

Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital | 222 Tongass Drive Sitka, AK 99835| 1.844.5.SEARHC | searhc.org SEARHC is among the nation’s leaders in tribal health care and one of the largest employers in Southeast Alaska. We offer competitive salary and benefits package including loan repayment and relocation for numerous health care positions.

If you fall in love with Sitka, we’d like to invite you back. . . permanently.

Wish you could stay?

We encourage you to visit search.org and browse our employment opportunities.

Mt. Edgecumbe Hospital | 222 Tongass Drive Sitka, AK 99835| 1.844.5.SEARHC | searhc.org

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FLYING AT A HIGHER STANDARD

Alaska Seaplanes is the premier commuter airline of Southeast Alaska with scheduled, year-round passenger and cargo services.

Operating from a hub in Juneau, Alaska Seaplanes serves the markets of Skagway, Haines, Gustavus, Hoonah, Kake, Sitka, Angoon, Tenakee Springs, Pelican, Elfin Cove and Excursion Inlet.

SCHEDULED & CHARTER FLIGHTS Schedule your flight anytime with 24/7 online booking!

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Many of our aircraft are IFR certified so that you can count on safe and reliable service to anywhere we fly, even with the challenges of Alaska weather.

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Accommodations . . . . . . . 23-26

Guided Sightseeing Tours . . 30-32

Transportation . . . . . . . . . 34-35

Hotels / Motels . . . . . . . . . 23-24

City Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Ground Transport . . . . . . . . . . 34

Bed & Breakfasts . . . . . . . . . . 24

Flightseeing Tours. . . . . . . . . . 31

To / From Sitka . . . . . . . . 34-35

Camping / Cabins / RVs. . . . . . 24

Wildlife Boat Tours . . . . . . 31-32

Lodges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25

Outdoor Activities . . . . . . . . . 32

Vacation Rentals. . . . . . . . 25-26

All-Terrain Vehicles . . . . . . . . . 32

Reservation Service. . . . . . . . . 26

Bicycle Rentals and Tours . . . . 32

Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27

Water Transport . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Visitor Services . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Banking / Financial . . . . . . . . . 35 Fishing / Marine Supplies . . . . 35 Groceries / Liquor Stores / Bars . .35

Golf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Kayak Tours / Rentals . . . . . . . 32

Cruises . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28

Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Rentals & Equipment . . . . . . . 32

Office Supplies / Services. . . . . 35

Events / Festivals . . . . . . . . . . 28

Organizations . . . . . . . . . . 32-33

Pharmacies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Fishing - Freshwater . . . . 28-29

Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . 33-34

Fishing - Saltwater . . . . . 29-30

Shops / Galleries . . . . . . . . . . 34

Port Services / Moorage. . . . . . 35 Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

View of Downtown Sitka Š William Greer

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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 HOTELS / MOTELS 2035 Halibut Point Road (907)747-6804 ccicfish@gmail.com cascadecreekinnandcharters.com

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

1321 Sawmill Creek Road (907)623-9973 eaglebayinn@gmail.com www.sitkaseaglebayinn.com P

Cinnamon Bear Bed & Breakfast

Fly-In Fish Inn 485 Katlian Street (907)747-7910 info@flyinfishinn.com www.flyinfishinn.com P 118 Lincoln Street (907)747-3288 info@sitkahotel.com www.sitkahotel.com P

2827 Halibut Point Road (907)747-5497 helgasbb@eagle.ptialaska.net www.helgasbedandbreakfast.com

(See ad on page 23) 201 Katlian Street (866)300-1353 • (907)747-3693 info@totemsquarehotelmarina.com www.totemsquarehotelmarina.com P

Jamestown Bay B & B

Westmark Sitka Hotel (See ad on page 23) 330 Seward Street (800)544-0970 • (907)747-6241 www.westmarkhotels.com/destinations/sitka-hotel P

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

Sitka Sportsman’s Association RV Park & Camping Site

2108 Halibut Point Road (907)747-6671 • r10_sitka_rd@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov/goto/tongass/sitkard

Helga’s

Totem Square Hotel & Marina

Sitka International Hostel

Dove Island Lodge

504 Monastery Street (907)747-8309 sandy@hannahsbandb.com www.hannahsbandb.com

(See ad on page 25) 404 Sawmill Creek Road • (907)747-8804 s8gm3097@legacymgmt.org www.super8.com/sitka03097 P

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

5211 Halibut Point Road (907)623-7740 • www.rvsitka.com P

Hannah’s Bed & Breakfast

Sitka Super 8

Sealing Cove RV Parking

117 Darrin Drive (907)747-3141 • tsfriske@gci.net www.sitkacinnamonbearbandb.com PO Box 1512 (888)318-3474 • (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

Sitka Hotel

3211 Halibut Point Road (907)747-452 • jorcheryl@gmail.com www.ottercovebandb.com

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

Ann’s Gavan Hill Bed & Breakfast

Eagle Bay Inn

An Otter’s Cove Bed-N-Breakfast

CABINS / CAMPING / HOSTEL / RV’S

111 Jeff Davis Street (907)747-6498 • cdhanson@att.net www.annahootzbnb.com 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.

Cascade Creek Inn & Charters

BED & BREAKFASTS

Annahootz Bed & Breakfast

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

U.S. Forest Service/Sitka Ranger District

LODGES Baranof Wilderness Lodge (See ad on page 30) 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!

Cascade Creek Inn & Charters 2035 Halibut Point Road (907)747-6804 ccicfish@gmail.com cascadecreekinnandcharters.com

Dove Island Lodge

1605 Davidoff Street (907)747-3908

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

Vonnie’s B & B and Guide Service

Fishermen’s Inn

Seaview Bed & Breakfast

(See ad on page 31) 101 Shelikof Way (907)747-6401 • vonnie@gci.net www.vonnies.net

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

Sitka Point Lodge & Fishing Charters 4110 Halibut Point Road (888)747-7406 • (907)747-7406 sitkapointlodge@gmail.com www.sitkapointcharters.com

Talon Lodge (See ad on page 25) PO Box 6506 (800)536-1864 info@talonlodge.com www.talonlodge.com Circle #4 on Reader Service Card

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104 Lake Street

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Wild Strawberry Lodge (See ad on page 30) 724 Siginaka Way (800)770-2628 (907)747-3232 info@wildstrawberrylodge.com www.wildstrawberrylodge.com

Historic Sitka Lodging On the Waterfront

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.

VACATION RENTALS Above the Sea Sitka Vacation Rental 1507 Davidoff Street (800)750-4712 • (907)747-4712 reservations@sitkatravel.com www.sitkatravel.com/AboveTheSea/ listing.html

• 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

RESERVATIONS: 1-800-750-4712

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Annahootz Alaskan Adventures (See ad on page 32) PO Box 52 (907)747-2608 (907)738-0996 cell jim@annahootz.com www.annahootz.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

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

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

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All Super 8 hotels are independently owned and operated.

En Español 1.877.202.8812

Extraordinary SERVICE | SETTING | FISHING

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Cottages on Monastery

Forty Winks Sitka

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

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

Dreaming Bear Suites

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

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

Frank & Gloria’s Place

Harbor Heights Penthouse

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.

(See ad on this page) 329 Harbor Drive (866)747-1032 • (907)747-1032 www.sitkaharborheights.com

Fairweather Vacation Rental

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

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.

Fisherman’s Quay (See ad on page 25) 475 A Katlian Street (800)750-4712 • (907)738-3557 cell reservations@sitkatravel.com www.fishermansquay.com/lodging Circle #7 on Reader Service Card

IslandView Resort & Charters

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

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

RESERVATION SERVICE Welcome Home Vacations (See ad on this page) 2821 Halibut Point Road (800)750-4712 • (907)747-4712 reservations@sitkatravel.com www.sitkatravel.com Fully-furnished Vacation Rentals, Cabins, Cottages, Chalets, and Apartments. reservations@sitkatravel.com

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

Fortress of the Bear (See ad on page 27) 4639 Sawmill Creek Road (907)747-3032 info@fortressofthebear.org www.fortressofthebear.org

New Archangel Dancers (See ad on page 27) 208 Smith Street (907)747-5516 • newarchangel@gci.net www.newarchangeldancers.com Celebrating Sitka’s Russian heritage by performing lively, authentic, and professionally choreographed folk dances from Russia and surrounding regions. Regular summer shows are performed at Harrigan Centennial Hall in downtown Sitka. Call for updated times and venues. P Circle #8 on Reader Service Card

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

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

Sitka Historical Society and Museum 330 Harbor Drive (907)747-6455 halspackman@sitkahistory.org www.sitkahistory.org

Sound Sailing – S/V Bob

Fantasy Cruises (See ad on page 28) Small Ship Cruising-only 32 passengers (800)234-3861 • fancruzinfo@gmail.com www.smallalaskaship.com Owner operated – cruising where the big ships can’t go! Bears, whales and Glaciers!

Kayaks and campfires in the wilderness!

Visit Spectacular Fords Terror! Included excursions, great food, ship’s naturalist!

Eliason Harbor (907)887-9446 capt.blain@soundsailing.com www.soundsailing.com

The Alaskan Adventures LLC (512)300-8190 amber@thealaskanadventure.com www.thealaskanadventure.com

Parker Guide Service

The Boat Company

PO Box 6290 (907)738-6766 cell parkerguideservice@gmail.com www.alaskaboatcruises.com

PO Box 1839 • Poulsbo, WA 98370 (877)647-8268 request@theboatcompany.com www.theboatcompany.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) 834 Lincoln Street (907)747-8878 information@sitkascience.org www.sitkascience.org

St. Michael’s Russian Orthodox Cathedral National Historic Landmark 240 Lincoln Street (907)747-8120 www.stmichaelcathedral.org P

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A beAr rescue center

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

where magnificent resident bears roam in a naturalized setting.

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

CRUISES

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

Alaska Marine Highway (See ad on page 34) 6858 Glacier Highway Juneau, AK 99811 (800)642-0066 dot.amhs.customer@alaska.gov www.ferryalaska.com

4639 Sawmill Creek rd.

Sitka, ak • 907-747-3032

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NEW ARCHANGEL DANCERS

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.

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Alaskan Dream Cruises (See ad on page 28) 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.

Preserving Sitka’s Russian History with Authentic Folk Dances

© Molly Blackmon

Performing at Harrigan Centennial Hall Call (907) 747-5516 for Show Times Facebook: New Archangel Dancers www.NewArchangelDancers.com

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EVENTS / FESTIVALS

FISHING - FRESHWATER

Alaska Day Festival (October)

Alaska Getaway

PO Box 1355 www.alaskadayfestival.org

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

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

Baranof Wilderness Lodge

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

(See ad on page 30) PO Box 2187 (800)613-6551 • (907)738-3597 cell mtrotter@flyfishalaska.com www.flyfishalaska.com

Classic Casting Adventures Sitka Summer Music Festival (See ad on page 24) 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 6 - July 2, 2017.

Sitka WhaleFest (November)

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834 Lincoln Street (907)747-8878 Ext. 2 whalefest@sitkascience.org www.sitkawhalefest.org

(See ad on page 29) 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 PO Box 1512 (888)318-3474 • (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

CRUISE OFF THE BEATEN PATH! ➣ Only 32 passengers, gourmet meals and wines ➣ Small towns and wildlife without the big ship crowds Departures from Sitka • Juneau • Petersburg

800-234-3861 SMALLALASKASHIP.COM

The only small ship with regular overnights in Fords Terror!

Fantasy Cruises – Since 1990 – We run on Batteries at night Beautiful places – Experience quiet Wilderness! Cruise with an owner Circle #13 on Reader Service Card

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Sitka Alaska Outfitters

Beyond Boundaries Expeditions

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

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

Sitka Fish Outfitters

Big Blue Charters

Dove Island Lodge

(See ad on page 31) PO Box 2956 • (907)747-5161 mike@bigbluecharters.com www.bigbluecharters.com

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

Cascade Creek Inn & Charters

Frontier Charters & Lodge

2035 Halibut Point Road (907)747-6804 • ccicfish@gmail.com cascadecreekinnandcharters.com

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

700 Park Street (877)966-2301• (907)738-3301 jamie@sitkafish.com www.sitkafish.com

FISHING - SALTWATER AAA Wild Horses Charters

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

PO Box 1556 (661)333-0942 wildhorsescharters@gmail.com www.wildhorseschartersllc.com

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

Alaska Adventures Unlimited (See ad on this page) 208 Lake Street, Ste. B (907)747-5576 gofish@akadventuresunlimited.com www.akadventuresunlimited.com

Alaska Premier Charters, Inc. (See ad on page 30) 724 Siginaka Way (800)770-2628 • (907)747-3232 info@wildstrawberrylodge.com www.wildstrawberrylodge.com

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FlyFishSitka.com 907-738-2737

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 Reel Affair Charters, LLC PO Box 1825 (907)966-2322 • (907)738-2322 reel.affair@att.net • www.reelaffair.com

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

Annahootz Alaskan Adventures (See ad on page 32) PO Box 52 (907)747-2608 • (907)738-0996 cell jim@annahootz.com www.annahootz.com

Baranof Wilderness Lodge (See ad on page 30) PO Box 2187 (800)613-6551 • (907)738-3597 cell mtrotter@flyfishalaska.com www.flyfishalaska.com

Classic Casting Adventures offers Freshwater & Saltwater Fishing, Water Taxi Special Use Permit Holder Tongass National Forest Circle #15 on Reader Service Card

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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 ken@sldtours.com www.SitkaAlaskaOutfitters.com

Sitka Point Lodge & Fishing Charters PO Box 2194 (907)747-7406 sitkapointlodge@gmail.com www.sitkapointcharters.com

Talon Lodge (See ad on page 25) PO Box 6506 (800)536-1864 info@talonlodge.com www.talonlodge.com

The Alaskan Adventures LLC (512)300-8190 amber@thealaskanadventure.com www.thealaskanadventure.com

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Vonnie’s B & B and Guide Service (See ad on page 31) 101 Shelikof Way (907)747-6401 vonnie@gci.net www.vonnies.net

GUIDED SIGHTSEEING CITY TOURS Sitka Tours (See ad on page 31) PO Box 1001 (907)747-5800 aksitkatours@aol.com www.sitkatoursalaska.com

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

Taste of Sitka Seawalk Tours PO Box 1567 (907)738-9245 robert@tasteofsitka.com www.tasteofsitka.com

Tribal Tours touroperations@sitkatribe-nsn.gov www.sitkatours.com

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

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

Harris Aircraft Services, Inc.

Dove Island Lodge

Harris Aircraft Services

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

Tours • Charters • Scheduled Service

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

Four B Charters

Call & book your flight today!

PO Box 6237 (907)351-7483 cell •bakkesf@gmail.com www.facebook.com/fourbcharters

Toll Free: 1.877.966.3050 info@harrisair.com www.harrisair.com Circle #18 on Reader Service Card

(See ad on this page) 400 Airport Road (877)966-3050 (907)966-3050 info@harrisair.com www.harrisair.com 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 - $135ea, 40 Min - $195ea, 60 Min - $235ea

WILDLIFE BOAT TOURS

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AAA Wild Horses Charters PO Box 1556 (661)333-0942 wildhorsescharters@gmail.com www.wildhorseschartersllc.com

Alaska Wildlife Tours and Water Taxi 306 Islander Drive (907)738-1062 cell whalesandotters2@hotmail.com

Allen Marine Tours (See ad on page 32) Sitka Wildlife Quest PO Box 1049 (888)289-0081 (907)747-8100 info@truealaskantours.com www.truealaskantours.com/sitka-tours/

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Learn, See and Experience "Beautiful Sitka by the Sea!"

Cruise Sitka Sound with Alaska’s most experienced tour company. For almost 50 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.

907-747-5800

Email: aksitkatours@aol.com

www.sitkatoursalaska.com

Annahootz Alaskan Adventures (See ad on page 32) PO Box 52 (907)747-2608 (907)738-0996 cell jim@annahootz.com www.annahootz.com

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Ocean Raft Adventures

Seamarine LLC

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

701 Pherson Street (907)738-3724 cell sitkaseamarine@gmail.com www.sitkaseamarine.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.

The Alaskan Adventures LLC (512)300-8190 amber@thealaskanadventure.com www.thealaskanadventure.com

• Fishing Charter Packages • Marine Wildlife Tours • Floathouse Rentals • Hunting Packages (Deer, Bear, Goat)

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

www.annahootz.com

BICYCLE RENTALS AND TOURS

OUTDOOR ALL TERRAIN VEHICLES Alaska ATV Tours 105B Monastery Street (877)966-2301 (907)966-2301 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 PO Box 1512 (888)318-3474 (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

Yellow Jersey Cycle Shop 329 Harbor Drive (907)747-6317 www.yellowjerseycycles.com

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

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

The Kayak Shed Inc. 201 Monastery Street (706)809-8214 Kayak2ak@gmail.com www.kayak2alaska.com

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

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RENTALS & EQUIPMENT Classic Casting Adventures (See ad on page 29) PO Box 6398 (907)738-2737 cell tad@flyfishsitka.com www.flyfishsitka.com

Sitka Alaska Outfitters 105B Monastery Street (877)966-2301 • (907)966-2301 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) www.adfg.alaska.gov

City and Borough of Sitka 100 Lincoln Street (907)747-3294 • www.cityofsitka.com

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

Bayview Pub

Homeport Eatery

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

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

Ludvig’s Bistro

Dock Shack Bar & Grill

Friends of Sheldon Jackson Located in a National Historic Site 104 College Drive (907)747-6233 friendsofsjm@gmail.com www.friendsofsjm.com

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

Greater Sitka Chamber of Commerce 104 Lake Street (907)747-8604 info@sitkachamber.com www.sitkachamber.com

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

Sitka Economic Development Association

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

(See ad on page 23) Located in the Totem Square Hotel 201 Katlian Street (907)747-3693 www.totemsquarehotelmarina.com

Mean Queen (See ad on this page) 205 Harbor Drive (907)747-0616 meanqueenmary@yahoo.com www.facebook.com/meanqueenllc

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

Harry Race Pharmacy, Photo & Soda Shop (See ad on this page) 106 Lincoln Street (907)966-2123 info@whitesalaska.com www.whitesalaska.com/harry-race

New Creations Mobile Bistro 242 Katlian Street (907)747-1053 newcreationsmb@msn.com www.newcreationsbistro.com

Raven Dining Room (See ad on page 23) Located in the Westmark Sitka Hotel 330 Seward Street (907)747-0979 www.westmarkhotels.com/sitka-food

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

329 Harbor Drive, Suite 212 (907)747-2660 www.sitka.net

Sitka Harbor Department 617 Katlian Street (907)747-3439 stan.eliason@cityofsitka.org

Sitka Fresh Retail Store

Sitka Trail Works, Inc. 801 Halibut Point Road (907)747-7244 trail@gci.net www.sitkatrailworks.org

Summer Hours May 15-Sept 15

US Forest Service - Sitka Ranger District 2108 Halibut Point Road (907)747-6671 r10_sitka_rd@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov/goto/tongass/sitkard

RESTAURANTS

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 10AM-4PM

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MEAN QUEEN 205 HARBOR DR. SITKA 907-747-0616

Ashmo’s PO Box 6084 (907)738-9466 cell Ashmo254@yahoo.com www.facebook.com/pages/ashmos

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

Fillets of:

Rockfish • Scallops Halibut • Halibut Cheeks King & Coho Salmon Lingcod • Shrimp Dungeness Sections King Crab & More

Shipping Available!

Sitka Sound Seafoods A Division of North Pacific Seafoods, Inc.

COCKTAILS PIZZA WINGS SALADS

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Email: sitkafresh@npsi.us

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Sea Mountain Restaurant & 19th Hole

Baranof Jewelers

Sitka Historical Museum Gift Shop

301 Granite Creek Road (907)747-5663 seamountaingolf@gmail.com www.seamountaingolf.org

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

330 Harbor Drive (907)747-6455 halspackman@sitkahistory.org www.sitkahistory.org

Fishermen’s Eye Gallery

Sitka Rose Gallery

239 Lincoln Street (907)747-6080 fishermenseye@gmail.com www.facebook.com/fishermenseyegallery

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

Goldsmith Gallery

WinterSong Soap Company

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

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

Sea Mart Food Court 1867 Halibut Point Road (907)747-6266 www.seamart.com

Sitka Hotel 118 Lincoln Street (907)747-3288 • info@sitkahotel.com www.sitkahotel.com

SHOPS / GALLERIES Abby’s Reflection Apparel & Quiltworks 231 Lincoln Street (907)747-3510 jill@abbysreflection.com www.abbysreflection.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 artistcovesitka@gmail.com www.artistcovesitka.com

25 Years, locally owned and operated, year round. Over 40 artists. Largest glass and sculpture collection in Alaska. Custom designer jewelry exclusive to our store.

Ship worldwide. Have fun shopping!

Island Artists Gallery 205 Lincoln Street (907)747-6536 info@islandartistsgallery.com www.islandartistsgallery.com

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

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

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

Seasons Cards & Gifts 332 Lincoln Street (907)966-2160 seasons@whitesalaska.com www.whitesalaska.com/seasons.html

GROUND TRANSPORT Baranof Taxi and Tours (907)738-4722 cell baranof_tours@yahoo.com www.baranoftaxi.com

Cummins Taxi & Tours (907)738-3079 cell cumminstaxiandtours@gmail.com www.cumminstaxiandtours.com

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

Hank’s Cabs (907)747-8888 drhankenstien@yahoo.com www.hankscab.com

Sitka Car Rental (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 Alaska Airlines

Sitka Bazaar 215 Lincoln Street (907)747-5510 sitkabazaar@alaska.net

600 Airport Road (800)252-7522 www.alaskaair.com

Sitka Fresh Retail

Alaska Marine Highway

Sitka Fur Gallery

(See ad on this page) 6858 Glacier Highway Juneau, AK 99811 Ketchikan, AK 99901 (800)642-0066 dot.amhs.customer@alaska.gov www.ferryalaska.com

108 Lincoln Street (907)747-8870 info@akfurs.com www.akfurs.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.

(See ad on page 33) 329 Katlian Street (907)747-2001 sitkafresh@npsi.us www.northpacificseafoods.com

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TRANSPORTATION

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Alaska Seaplanes (See ad on page 21) 8907 Yandukin Drive Juneau, AK 99801 (800)354-2479 (907)789-3331 info@flyalaskaseaplanes.com www.flyalaskaseaplanes.com

Harris Aircraft Services, Inc.

VISITOR SERVICES BANKING / FINANCIAL ALPS Federal Credit Union & ATM machine

First Bank & ATM machine

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!

318 Lincoln Street (907)747-7000 www.FNBAlaska.com P

203 Lake Street (907)747-6636 www.firstbankak.com P

Alaska Wildlife Tours and Water Taxi 306 Islander Drive (907)738-1062 cell whalesandotters2@hotmail.com

Classic Casting Adventures (See ad on page 29) PO Box 6398 (907)738-2737 cell tad@flyfishsitka.com www.flyfishsitka.com

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

Wells Fargo & ATM machine 300 Lincoln Street (907)747-3226 www.wellsfargo.com P

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

Four B Charters

FISHING / MARINE SUPPLIES Murray Pacific

House of Liquor 705 Halibut Point Road (907)747-5322

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

PORT SERVICES / MOORAGE 124 Lincoln Street, Suite 204 (907)747-3377 • fredr@claalaska.com www.claalaska.com

REAL ESTATE Baranof Realty

Davis Realty

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

208D Lake Street (907)747-1032 ndavis@gci.net www.davisrealtysitka.com

Pioneer Bar & Liquor Store

Sitka Realty

Seamarine LLC

Sitka Sound Ocean Adventures

White’s Pharmacy

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

130 Lincoln Street (907)747-3334

212 Katlian Street (907)747-3456

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

(See ad on page 33) 106 Lincoln Street (907)966-2130 • info@whitesalaska.com www.whitesalaska.com/harry-race

4513 Halibut Point Road (907)747-4999 • chris@halibutpointmarine.com www.oldsitkadock.com

Ernie’s Old Time Saloon

Market Center

Sitka Alaska Outfitters

Harry Race Pharmacy and Photo

Old Sitka Dock at Halibut Point Marine

GROCERIES / LIQUOR STORES / BARS

PO Box 6237 (907)351-7483 cell bakkesf@gmail.com www.facebook.com/fourbcharters 701 Pherson Street (907)738-3724 cell sitkaseamarine@gmail.com www.sitkaseamarine.com

Raven Radio Foundation, Inc.

Cruise Line Agencies of Alaska

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

Esther G Sea Tours & Taxi

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

PHARMACIES

First National Bank Alaska & ATM machine

WATER TRANSPORT

Daily Sitka Sentinel

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

401 Halibut Point Road (907)747-6261 www.alpsfcu.org P

(See ad on page 31) 400 Airport Road (877)966-3050 (907)966-3050 info@harrisair.com www.harrisair.com

MEDIA

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

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

SPA Salon 264

INSURANCE Paula Scott,USI 3800 Centerpoint Drive, Suite 540, Anchorage, AK 99503 (907)334-4705 • paula.scott@usi.com

Venneberg Insurance, Inc. 225 Harbor Drive (907)747-8625 info@venneberginsurance.com www.venneberginsurance.com

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320 Seward Street (907)747-2644 www.salon264.com

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

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

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

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 ■ $

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. P ■ $

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Harrigan Centennial Hall & Summer Information Desk – Built in 1967, this civic center houses the Sitka Historical Museum. During the summer on large cruise ship days; an information desk is available and the New Archangel Dancers perform. P ■

21 Pioneer Home – This state home for elderly Alaskans was built in 1934. A massive pioneer statue, made of bronze by Alonzo Victor, graces the building front. Visitors are welcome. NRHP P ■

20 Totem Square – A grassy park area in downtown Sitka containing a totem pole that displays the double-headed eagle of Sitka’s Russian heritage. P

19 Sheet’ka Kwaán Naa Kahidi Clan House – Built in the style of a Tlingit clan house, with the largest hand-carved house screen in the Pacific Northwest.

The Naa Kahídi Native Dancers perform onsite during the summer. P

18 Alaska Native Brotherhood Hall – Built in 1914, located in the Tlingit village, it serves as an Alaska Native community center. NHLS P

17 Russian Blockhouse – Replica of the blockhouse that separated the Russians from the Tlingit, when the Tlingit returned to the area in the 1820s.

16 Princess Maksoutoff’s Grave – Princess Maksoutoff was the wife of the last Russian governor, Dimitri Maksoutoff.

15 Russian Cemetery – Over 200 years old with many headstones crafted from the ballasts of Russian Ships; a fascinating reminder of Sitka’s Russian past.

14 Sitka National Cemetery - Laid out in the late 19th century by Gen. Jefferson C. Davis. Notable burials include “The World’s Fastest Human” – Olympic multi-gold medalist, Charles Paddock and Medal of Honor recipient, Archie Van Winkle.

13 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 ■ $

12 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 ■ $

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.

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Sitka Lutheran Church – The site of the first Protestant Church on the West Coast of North America. Contains artifacts from the original 1843 Finnish Lutheran Church: 1844 Kessler organ, chandelier, pulpit, & communion rail. P

11 Sitka National Historical 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 ■

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

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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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