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Wondering how to get here? Our island community is only accessible by air or by sea. Getting here requires some planning, but youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll soon discover why Sitka is an overwhelming visitor favorite! Daily jet service is provided by Alaska Airlines (1-800-426-0333, alaskaair.com). Before you get here, check with your hotel to see if they offer an airport shuttle. If not, arrange a local taxi pickup in advance. Sitka is a year-round port of call for the Alaska Marine Highway (1-800-642-0066 ferryalaska.com). Our state ferries let adventurers navigate the Inside Passage, and vehicles or RVs can be brought onboard. Once you get to Sitka, a local shuttle (907-747-8443) provides transportation to/from the terminal. Independent mariners should contact the Sitka Harbormaster (907-747-3439) for info on transient moorage. Cruise ships visit our shores May - Sep, with cruises to suit almost anyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tastes. Choose from large luxury lines to small custom operators that offer a more relaxed, adventure-oriented experience.

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ourney to a place where the mountains rise from the sea and an ancient volcano waits patiently to be explored. A place where the air is clean, the water clear, and thick forests flourish in foggy valleys. Accessible by air or state ferry, discover the charming island community of Sitka Alaska on Baranof Island.

and tours that provide an extraordinary opportunity to view some of the world’s most spectacular sea creatures. For the experience of a lifetime attend the Sitka Whalefest in November and celebrate Sitka’s marine life with special activities and seminars hosted by renowned marine biologists.

Hidden deep within the spruce and hemlock rainforest that covers Baranof Island a diverse array of wildlife can be found. Take a hike and search for the American bald eagle and Sitka’s black-tailed deer, or visit the Fortress of the Bear and marvel at the wild beauty of the brown bear in an exhibit that replicates their natural habitat.

Nestled amongst the unparalleled natural splendor, Sitka boasts twenty-four attractions listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Learn about the ancestral home of the Kiksadi Tlingit Indians and delve into the rich heritage in the local museums housing rare archives and artifacts.

Home to the magnificent humpback whale, sea lions, sea otters, and swarming with seabird rookeries; Sitka is also abundant with marine wildlife. Nature lovers will appreciate the ocean-going charters

Take a guided tour of the grand historic Bishop’s House and be transported to the Russian colonial era. Walk the site of the 1804 battlefield at Sitka National Historical Park or study the brightly painted totems along the coastal Totem Trail. Stop by the

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Southeast Cultural Center’s native arts workshop, and chat with woodcarvers, jewelry makers and other gifted artisans. For the most spectacular views take a Seaplane tour and see fantastic geological wonders such as the gaping crater of Mt. Edgecumbe. Set off in search of excitement in a world class kayaking, ocean rafting, diving, snorkelling or underwater exploration adventure. Experience legendary fishing and challenge yourself to reel in some of the world’s largest salmon and halibut at the popular Sitka Salmon Derby, which awards cash and prizes each year. Tee off at Sea Mountain Golf Course and enjoy views of stunning Mount Edgecumbe, and Harbor Mountain towering in the background. Whether you come for the stunning panorama and rich wildlife, to uncover the complex history or to simply immerse yourself in the rich culture and exciting activities, Sitka has it all. – By Holly Cambruzzi

Front cover photos (clockwise from top): Mt. Edgecumbe Volcano during herring spawn – Patrick Endres; Sitka National Historical Park

totem pole – Clark Mishler; St. Michaels Cathedral – Mercedes Angerman; Bald Eagle – Istock. Page 3 photos (clockwise from top): Kayaker in front of Mt. Edgecumbe Volcano – William Greer; Native Girl – Clark Mishler; Hikers on Harbor Mountain – John Hyde

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he history of the United States is but a heartbeat in comparison to Sitka’s history. The Kiksadi clan of Tlingít Indians lived in and around Sitka centuries before Russians or Americans ever set foot on the island’s rocky shores. In fact, the name “Sitka” comes from the Tlingít name for this place: Sheet’ka, meaning “the land behind the little islands”. The Tlingit people thrived undisturbed on their paradise island until 1799 when Alexander Baranov, manager of the Russian-American Company, established a fort a few miles north of present day Sitka. The Tlingít grew hostile, understanding that submission to the Russians meant allegiance to the Tzar and slave labor to the fur trade company. Their suspicions culminated into violence, when in 1802 the Tlingít attacked and destroyed the Russian outpost. Two years later Baranov retaliated, and the epic Battle of 1804 commenced. For several days, the island Natives fought to retain control of their ancestral homeland. In the end, the Tlingít were outgunned and retreated silently. The Russians created a new empire called New Archangel, built in the same footprint as today’s downtown shopping area. The fur-trade flourished, the powerhouse Russian-American Company became the most profitable fur trader in the world, and Sitka became the premiere destination on the West Coast, earning it the nickname “Paris of the Pacific”. By mid-century, overhunting had diminished sea otters to near extinction, and the Russians’ interest in the new world went with it. Russia sold Alaska to the United States for $7.2 million with a transfer ceremony that took place in Sitka on October 18, 1867. Today, the Alaska Day Festival commemorates the formal transfer of Alaska to the United States. Each October, Alaskans and visitors congregate at Castle Hill, where remnants of Russia’s rule lend an air of authenticity to the reenactment of the transfer. Photo Credits (clockwise from left): Historical photo of Sitka – Sitka Historical Museum; Raven Mask – Chuck Dyke; Castle Hill – Dave Nevins

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ne of Sitka’s strongest distinguishing features is the cultural fusion of the Tlingít intermingled with Russian American influences. This robust duality emanates from the local galleries, art, downtown architecture, dance performances, and local museums. The Tlingít have lived continuously in Sitka for over 50 centuries. Discover age-old stories of the Tlingít people at Sitka National Historical Park (known as “Totem Park” by locals) and the adjacent Sitka Cultural Center. Here, totems carved by the masterful hands of Tlingit and Haida Indians can be seen along a pathway that meanders through the rainforest. The Naa Kahídi Dancers include Tlingít performers both young and old. Together, they maintain the ancient art of storytelling through traditional dance. Performances are held throughout the summer in the Sheet’ka Kwaán Naa Kahídi, built in the style of a Tlingít clan house. Intricate regalia and dramatic movement delight audiences who come to hear and see songs and dances passed on from one generation to the next. Sitka was the cultural and political hub of Russian America in the early 19th century. While San Francisco was only a sleepy cow town, Sitka’s opulence had already earned it the distinction as the “Paris of the Pacific”. A casual downtown stroll will reveal such gems as St. Michaels Cathedral, an active Russian Orthodox Church whose onion-shaped domes have graced Sitka’s skyline for nearly two centuries. The New Archangel Dancers take their name from Sitka’s century-old designation as the capital of Russian America. The all-female troupe preserves this heritage throughout the summer by delivering spirited dance renditions that represent the cultures of Russia and surrounding areas. From the vibrant floral prints of Russia, to the plaids and braids of the Ukraine, to the Georgian gowns and earth tones of Armenian folk wear, the dancers’ costumes lend both color and authenticity to remarkable entertainment.

Photo Credits (clockwise from left): Sitka National Historical Park totem pole – Patrick Endres; Naa Kahídi Dancers in front of St. Michaels Cathedral – Clark Mishler; New Archangel Dancers – Courtesy of New Archangel Dancers

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itka is an angler’s paradise. Our proximity to the open ocean provides a steady supply of fish, yet the islands and bays create sheltered waters and ideal fishing conditions. Sitka boasts the highest saltwater sport fishing catch rate for King Salmon in the State. Book a fishing charter and join an experienced captain on an Alaskan fishing adventure of a lifetime. Salmon, halibut, lingcod, and rockfish can all be caught on the same day, from the same boat. Love fly fishing? Join a freshwater guide, and feel the thrill of fishing in untouched rivers and streams under towering spruce and hemlock trees. Salmon, trout, char, and steelhead all thrive in Sitka’s fresh waters. For those who enjoy competitive fishing, the annual Sitka Salmon Derby is sure to please. On Memorial Day Weekend, the derby awards thousands of dollars in cash and prizes to contending fishermen. Fish in Sitka, and experience first-hand what legends are made of!

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Photo Credits (clockwise from left): Charter captain netting client’s salmon – Don Larson; Halibut with Fisherman & Child – Clark Mishler; Trout & Fly Fishing Reel – Tad Kisaka

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Wildlife abounds in Sitka!

cean-going charters and tours provide the opportunity to experience one of the world’s most incredible assemblies of marine wildlife: humpback whales, sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters, and teeming seabird rookeries. The ancient Sitka spruce and hemlock rainforest that dominates Baranof Island provides cover for abundant wildlife year-round, including the brown bear and Sitka black-tailed deer. Although whales can often be seen year round by boat, they practically park themselves in front of Sitka’s harbor during the spring herring spawn and the autumn migration. View these gentle giants of the Pacific from Whale Park:: a high overlook located just six miles from downtown. In early November the Sitka WhaleFest celebrates Sitka’s marine life with special activities and information seminars from renowned marine biologists. Visitors can also view aquatic wildlife and a salmon hatchery at the Sitka Sound Science Center where special displays and touch-tanks offer a remarkable hands-on experience. The Alaska Raptor Center offers close-up encounters with bald eagles and other birds of prey. The center provides medical rehabilitation to injured or sick birds of prey, including bald eagles. Every effort is made to return these majestic creatures back into the wild; however, some never recover fully and remain housed at the center as part of its educational program. The Fortress of the Bear is a non-profit education and rescue center with two separate naturalized habitats for orphaned Brown Bear cubs, complete with covered viewing areas. Guests have the opportunity to view resident cubs and learn more about Southeast Alaska Brown Bears and the heartwarming mission of the organization.

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Photo Credits (clockwise from left): Coastal Brown Bear Sow with Cub – Ben Hamilton; Humpback Whales Breeching – James D. Watt; Bald Eagle – Rolf Hicker

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or those longing to experience true wilderness, look no further! An exceptionally developed hiking trail system allows exploration among towering trees that dip into watery estuaries and rise into alpine meadows. Tours to remote locations allow visitors the opportunity to explore the landscape on bicycle, car or all-terrain vehicle. The quiet channels and coves of Alaska’s Inside Passage beckon irresistibly, and most visitors – sooner or later – find themselves drawn to the water. Sitka Sound is well known for world class sea kayaking, ocean rafting, diving, snorkeling and underwater exploration adventures. Sitka’s marine environment is a photographer’s dream – breathtaking beauty can be found in coastal tidal pools, abundant wildlife and spectacular Alaskan scenery. One of the most memorable ways to take in the wild beauty of Sitka and surrounding areas is by Seaplane. These tours offer a bird’s eye view of fantastic geological wonders: the brilliance of the Baranof Ice Fields, the pristine solitude of an alpine lake, and the gaping crater of Mt. Edgecumbe Volcano. Crazy about golf? Then don’t leave without testing your golfing skills in wild Alaska on a 9-hole course with an unforgettable view.

PHOTO CREDITS (clockwise from left): Local Trail – Clark Mishler; Ocean Kayaker – Ben Hamilton, Ocean Raft Adventure – Ken Rear

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here’s something deeply inspirational about Sitka. Whether it’s the mind bending vistas, clean air, laid back lifestyle or the small town friendliness of the locals – people find that spending time here feeds the soul and heightens the senses. Perhaps that’s why a surprisingly large number of artists, musicians, writers, and theatrical performers live in Sitka or come back to visit time and time again. Art in Sitka began with the first people. Abundant food sources and a mild climate allowed the Tlingit to develop highly intricate and stylized art forms. Today, Sitka’s native artisans are still second to none, with world-class wood carvers, basket weavers, silver carvers, and traditional robe weavers. When Sitka was the capitol of Russian America during the 1800s, it became famous for high society culture, earning it the nickname “Paris of the Pacific”. Sitka purportedly had the first opera house, piano, and theater on the west coast. Today, fine arts are still thriving in the middle of Alaskan wilderness. The annual Sitka Summer Music Festival provides world-class chamber music. The festival just celebrated its 40th anniversary, and has been used as a model for chamber music festivals all over the country. The Sitka Fine Arts Camp is a nationally acclaimed program that provides artistic development for youth K-12 in visual arts, music, dance, theater, writing, and Alaska Native arts. The camp has been named one of the top ten in the country by the National Endowment for the Arts. Nightly “Art Shares” by students and faculty highlight the program to the public. Whale Fest, Sitka ArtiGras, HomeSkillet Fest, and the Sitka Monthly Grind are all newer art events that are quickly gaining notoriety in Sitka and throughout the Southeast Alaska region. New for 2012: Alaska Arts Southeast recently took ownership of the former Sheldon Jackson College Campus, a National Historic Landmark. As a result, they have transformed the campus into a multidisciplinary arts education campus. The new Sitka Festival of Arts, Humanities and Natural Sciences is slated to launch in the summer of 2012.

Photo Credits (clockwise from left): Sitka Fine Arts Campers Playing Outdoors – Clark Mishler; Sitka Summer Music Festival Cellist – Clark Mishler; ArtiGras Wearable Arts Show – James Poulson

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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. What’s included: • You will be guided 10 hours each day by an experienced, licensed captain and deck hand. • You will fish aboard one of our Coast Guard licensed vessels equipped with the latest in electronics and all the creature comforts of home. • Unlimited fish processing, vacuum sealing, labeling, freezing and boxing of your catch each day. • All required fishing licenses and stamps. • All fishing gear and tackle. Names like G. Loomis, Lamiglas, Seeker, Shimano, Penn and other quality brands. We even supply rain gear and boots. • Deluxe lodging each night. • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and soft drinks. • All ground transportation in Sitka.

(888) 966-2322 or (907) 966-2322 or email reel.affair@att.net or visit www.reelaffair.com

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HOTELS / MOTELS Cascade Inn (See ad on page 22) 2035 Halibut Point Road • (800)532-0908 (907)747-6804 • karen@cascadeinnsitka.com www.cascadeinnsitka.com P Breathtaking view, all waterfront rooms. Cedar wood sauna available on the downstairs deck. Convenience store right next door. Enjoy the beauty of Sitka’s Mt. Edgecumbe. Eagle Bay Inn (See ad on page 21) 1321 Sawmill Creek Road • (907)623-9973 (907)738-0847 cell • eaglebayinn@gmail.com www.sitkaseaglebayinn.com P Fly-In Fish Inn (See ad on page 25) 485 Katlian Street • (907)747-7910 dee@flyinfishinn.com • www.flyinfishinn.com Shee Atiká Totem Square Inn (See ad on page 20) 201 Katlian Street • (866)300-1353 (907)747-3693 • totemsquare@sheeatika.com www.totemsquare.com Waterfront hotel in historic downtown with beautiful views and great service. Shee Atiká offers complimentary continental breakfast. Airport shuttle service, Alaska Air Miles, High Speed Internet, restaurant, exercise equipment and laundry. Refrigerators and microwaves, flat screen TV’s. On site Country Store and gift shop, tour dock and more. P

Sitka Hotel (See ad on page 28) 118 Lincoln Street • (907)747-3288 stay@sitkahotel.net • www.sitkahotel.net Downtown 41 room hotel remodeled in 19th century Victorian theme. Rooms to fit all budgets from water view suites with kitchens to budget European rooms, full service restaurant, smoke-free lounge. P Sitka Super 8 (See ad on page 29) 404 Sawmill Creek Road • (907)747-8804 email: s8gm3097@ehm-inc.com www.super8.com/motel/03097 P Westmark Sitka Hotel (See ad on page 22) 330 Seward Street • (800)544-0970 (907)747-6241 • www.westmarkhotels.com P

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Alaska Ocean View Bed & Breakfast Inn 1101 Edgecumbe Drive • (907)747-8310 info@sitka-alaska-lodging.com www.sitka-alaska-lodging.com Absolutely wonderful, award winning, popular accommodation includes delicious breakfast served overlooking water. Special diets accommodated including raw, vegan, vegetarian. Organics. Espresso. Amenity loaded rooms with exceptionally comfortable K/Q beds, refrigerator, microwave. Hottub. WiFi. Outstanding hospitality. Central location. Concierge. Affordable.

Alaska Swan Lake Bed & Breakfast 206-1/2 Lakeview Drive (907)747-5746 • (907)747-3917 message swanlakebnb@gci.net www.alaskaswanlakebnb.com Cozy sitting room offers view of mountains silhouetted at sunrise, painted by sunset over historic Swan Lake. Alaskan hospitality, light continental breakfast, private baths, comfy beds. Short stroll to activities. An Otter’s Cove Bed-N-Breakfast 3211 Halibut Point Road • (907)747-4529 jorcheryl@gmail.com • www.ottercovebandb.com Annahootz Bed & Breakfast PO Box 2870 • (800)746-6498 (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. Ann’s Gavan Hill Bed & Breakfast 415 Arrowhead Street • (907)747-8023 annbills@ptialaska.net www.annsgavanhill.com P Baranof Island B & B 401 Charteris Street • (907)747-8306 artistcove@alaska.net www.baranofislandbandb.com Biorka Guest House - In Town 611 Biorka Street • (907)747-3111 message (907)738-7333 cell • biorkaguesthouse@ak.net www.biorkaguesthouse.com Cinnamon Bear Bed & Breakfast 117 Darrin Drive • (907)747-3141 tsfriske@gci.net www.sitkacinnamonbearbandb.com

Dove Island B & B and Lodge (See ad on page 18) 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 Helga’s B & B by the Sea 2827 Halibut Point Road (907)747-5497 • helga@helgasbandb.com www.helgasbedandbreakfast.com Indian Village B & B 215 Kaagwaantaan • (907)747-5845 boyddidrickson@gmail.com Jamestown Bay B & B 117 Jamestown Drive (907)747-5643 / (907)738-5643 cell reservations@jamestownbay.com www.jamestownbay.com Raven’s Peek Bed & Breakfast 4260 Halibut Point Road • (907)738-0140 cell arcticdoc@gci.net • www.ravenspeekbandb.com Seaview Bed N’ Breakfast PO Box 938 • (907)747-3908 Sitka Seaside Lodge 1404 Sawmill Creek Road • (866)747-8113 (907)747-8113 • info@sitkaseaside.com www.sitkaseaside.com

All addresses are Sitka, Alaska 99835 unless otherwise noted.

WILDERNESS / ISLAND LODGES Baranof Wilderness Lodge PO Box 2187 • (May-Oct) PO Box 42 • Norden, CA 95724 (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!

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Dove Island Lodge (See ad on page 18) 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 / (480)225-2217 cell kmullifish@aol.com • www.fishermensinn.com

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(See ad on page 23) 4405 Halibut Point Road • (888)998-6544 (907)747-6544 • info@islandviewcharters.com www.islandviewcharters.com Quest Alaska Lodges PO Box 4850 • Aberdeen, SD 57402-4850 (605)229-8685 • fishing@questalaskalodges.com www.questalaskalodges.com Sitka Point Lodge & Fishing Charters Inc. 4110 Halibut Point Road • (888)747-7406 (907)747-7406 • mike@sitkapointcharters.com www.sitkapointcharters.com

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• Floathouse Rentals • Fishing Charter Packages • Marine Wildlife Tours • Hunting Packages (Deer, Bear, Goat) 907-747-2608 or (cell) 907-738-0996 Email: Jim@annahootz.com

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

Wild Strawberry Lodge (See ad on page 25) 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. 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 Sound 102 Kincroft Way • (800)750-4712 (907)747-3872 • sharon@sitkatravel.com www.abovethesoundsitka.com Chocolate Moose Vacation Rental 104 Lincoln Street (mailing) • (907)747-5159 chomoose@ptialaska.net www.sitka-flowers.com Cottages on Monastery 207 Monastery Street (907)747-8123 • (907)738-7884 cell cottagesonmonastery@alaska.com www.cottagesonmonastery.com Circle #7 on Reader Service Card

All addresses are Sitka, Alaska 99835 unless otherwise noted.

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

Oceanfront Vacation Rentals 2041 Halibut Point Road • (866)747-6533 (907)747-6533 • oceanfront@gci.net www.sitkaoceanfront.com

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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. Forty Winks Vacation Rental 211 Seward Street • (907)747-6460 bshoe@alaska.net • www.fortywinksuffda.com Frank & Gloria’s Place 109 Sand Dollar Drive • (907)747-8711 scig@ak.net • www.sitkadream.com

IslandView Resort and Charters (See ad on page 23) 4405 Halibut Point Rd • (888)998-6544 (907)747-6544 • info@islandviewcharters.com www.islandviewcharters.com Mountain Ash House 300 Monastery Street • (907)747-3365 jack@mountainashhouse.com www.mountainashhouse.com

(See ad on page 21) 2821 Halibut Point Road • (800)750-4712 (907)747-4712 • reservations@sitkatravel.com www.sitkacabin.com Sitka Rock Suites 4256/4257 Halibut Point Road (907)738-1710 • sitkarocksuites@aol.com www.sitkarocksuites.com Perfect when your stay is longer. Waterfront and waterview, 2bd, 1bd & studio suites. Fully furnished, kitchen, phone, satellite T.V., wireless, laundry. Ideal for vacation & business stays. Smoke & pet free. Seasonal (May-Sept.), Off Seasonal (Sept.-May) monthly, weekly, daily rates. Sitka’s Home Away From Home 236 Lincoln Street, Suite 103 (mailing) (800)478-8558 / (907)747-8558 cropleys@aol.com • www.vacationsitka.com Sitka’s Scenic Vacation Rental 100 Johnson Street • (907)747-8790 (907)738-3405 cell • kendavis50@hotmail.com

The Harbor Heights Penthouse (See ad on page 21) 329 Harbor Drive • (907)747-1032 rentals.davisrealty@gci.net www.sitkaharborheights.com

The Loft at Fisherman’s Quay (See ad on page 27) 475 Katlian Street • (907)747-8344 fishermansquay@gmail.com http://fishermansquay.com

RESERVATION SERVICES Welcome Home Vacations (See ad on page 21) 2821 Halibut Point Road • (800)750-4712 (907)747-4712 • reservations@sitkatravel.com www.sitkatravel.com

Alaska Raptor Center (See ad on page 23) 1000 Raptor Way • (800)643-9425 (907)747-8662 members.alaskaraptor@alaska.com www.alaskaraptor.org Experience eagles up-close! Alaska Raptor Center, a world-class wild bird hospital and educational center, offers 25 raptors in natural habitats. See eagles flying in state-of-the-art eagle flight center. P

Fortress of the Bear (See ad on page 29) Located 6 miles from downtown 4639 Sawmill Creek Road • (907)747-3032 info@fortressofthebear.org www.fortressofthebear.org

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Owner Karen Keating Call 1-800-532-0908 www.cascadeinnsitka.com Circle #8 on Reader Service Card

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All addresses are Sitka, Alaska 99835 unless otherwise noted.

New Archangel Dancers (See ad on page 23) 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. P

Sheet’ka Kwaan Naa Kahidi Dancers and Community House (See ad on page 26) 200 Katlian Street • (888)270-8687 (907)747-7290 • reservations@sitkatribe-nsn.gov www.sitkatours.com P

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Sheldon Jackson Museum National Historic Site 104 College Drive • (907)747-8981 paula.bykonen@alaska.gov www.museums.state.ak.us/sheldon_ jackson/sjhome.html P Sitka Historical Museum Sitka Historical Society 330 Harbor Drive • (907)747-6455 sitka.history@yahoo.com www.sitkahistory.org P Sitka National Historical Park 106 Metlakatla Street • (907)747-0110 www.nps.gov/sitk P Sitka Sound Science Center 834 Lincoln Street, #20 (907)747-8878 • sitkasoundscience@gmail.com www.sitkasoundsciencecenter.org

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Southeast Alaska Indian Cultural Center (located in the Sitka National Historical Park Building) 106 Metlakatla Street • (907)747-8061 sitkaculturalcenter@gmail.com www.nps.gov/sitk P

For more information, visit www.sitka.org (click on stay & camping) Sealing Cove RV Parking (City & Borough of Sitka) Adjacent to Sealing Cove Boat Harbor on Japonski Island (907)747-3439 Harbormaster’s Office www.cityofsitka.com/government/ departments/harbor/RVParking.html Sitka Sportsman’s Association RV Park & Camping Site 5211 Halibut Point Road (800)750-4712 / (907)747-4712 reservations@sitkatravel.com www.rvsitka.com P Waterfront, next to ferry terminal, 7 miles from downtown, RV and tent sites, water and electric hookups, showers and restrooms. Open year round. More info and online booking @ www.rvsitka.com or 1-800-750-4712. U.S. Forest Service/Sitka Ranger District 204 Siginaka Way • (907)747-6671 r10_sitka_rd@fs.fed.us • http://www.fs.fed. us/r10/tongass/districts/sitka/index.shtml Circle #12 on Reader Service Card

All addresses are Sitka, Alaska 99835 unless otherwise noted.

St. Michael’s Cathedral National Historic Landmark 240 Lincoln Street • (907)747-8120 P

Alaska Marine Highway System

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(See ad on page 28) 7559 North Tongass Highway Ketchikan, AK 99901 • (800)642-0066 (907)747-8737 • dot.ask.amhs@alaska.gov www.ferryalaska.com

Alaskan Dream Cruises (See ad on page 24) Division of Allen Marine Tours PO Box 1049 • (855)747-8100 sales@alaskandreamcruises.com www.alaskandreamcruises.com Alaskan Dream Cruises, experience warm yacht style cruising in Alaska focused on scenic beauty, wildlife, native culture, and sustainable travel. One of Alaska’s oldest and most respected tour businesses. Fantasy Cruises, Inc. 1121 NW 45th Street • Seattle, WA 98107 (800)234-3861 / (206)328-4145 fancruz@rockisland.com www.smallalaskaship.com Circle #14 on Reader Service Card

Parker Guide Service PO Box 6290 • (907)747-6026 parkerguideservice@gmail.com www.alaskaboatcruises.com The Boat Company PO Box 1839 • Poulsbo, WA 98370 (877)647-8268 / (360)697-4242 kathy@theboatcompany.com www.theboatcompany.com Celebrating over 30 years of Cruising, Conservation, Education and Fishing. The Boat Company is your one stop shop for hiking, fishing, kayaking, whale watching, sightseeing, photography and the only non-profit offering itineraries and activities tailored to your interests! Custom 8-day / 7-night all inclusive “Eco-Luxe” aboard our well-appointed vessels: the 20 passenger M/V LISERON and the 24 passenger M/V MIST COVE. May to September.

Alaska Day Festival (October) PO Box 1355 • www.alaskadayfestival.org

Sitka Summer Music Festival (June) (See ad on page 27) PO Box 3333 • (907)747-6774 director@sitkamusicfestival.org www.sitkamusicfestival.org We invite you to share the power of great music. The international artists of the Festival express the human experience through magnificent music. Join us June 1-22, 2012!

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Sitka WhaleFest (November) PO Box 6004 • (907)747-7964 director@sitkawhalefest.org www.sitkawhalefest.org All addresses are Sitka, Alaska 99835 unless otherwise noted.

A Whale of a Tale Wildlife Tours and Charters 3106 Halibut Point Road (907)738-5581 (cell-summer) jammin_salmon@hotmail.com Facebook: A Whale of a Tale Adventures & Charters A-Z Sportfishing Charters 105 Shelikof Way • (907)747-3188 (907)738-2796 cell brian@a-zsportfishingcharters.com www.a-zsportfishingcharters.net ABC Island Guides 3004 Barker Street • (907)738-3141 cell abcislandguides@gmail.com www.abcislandguides.com Action Alaska PO Box 2222 • (877)934-7446 (907)747-1010 / (907)738-7311 cell actionalaska@yahoo.com www.actionalaska.com Alaska Adventures Unlimited, Inc. PO Box 6244 • (907)738-6244 cell info@alaskafishing-sitka.com www.alaskafishing-sitka.com Alaska Getaway 1009 Halibut Point Road • (866)944-3474 (907)966-3474 • paul@alaskagetaway.net www.alaskagetaway.net

Alaska Premier Charters, Inc.

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(See ad on page 25) PO Box 2300 • (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 Reel Affair Charters (See ad on page 19) PO Box 1825 • (888)966-2322 / (907)966-2322 (907)738-3322 cell • 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 21) PO Box 52 • (907)747-2608 / (907)738-0996 cell jim@annahootz.com • www.annahootz.com Baranof Wilderness Lodge PO Box 2187 • (May-Sept.) PO Box 42 • Norden, CA 95724 (800)613-6551 / (907)738-3597 cell mtrotter@flyfishalaska.com www.flyfishalaska.com Beyond Boundaries Expeditions PO Box 2187 • (May - Sept.) (800)613-6551 / (907)738-3597 cell mtrotter@flyfishalaska.com www.flyfishalaska.com Circle #18 on Reader Service Card

All addresses are Sitka, Alaska 99835 unless otherwise noted.

Big Blue Charters

FISHING RESERVATION SERVICE

(See ad on page 24) PO Box 2956 • (877)747-5161 / (907)747-5161 mike@bigbluecharters.com www.bigbluecharters.com

Sitka Charter Cooperative 105 Shelikof Way • (907)747-3188 (907)738-2732 cell • michellepeterson@live.com www.sitkacharterco-op.com

Call of the Wild Adventures 210 Lakeview Drive • (907)738-2458 cell info@wildsalmonfishing.com www.wildsalmonfishing.com

Sitka Fishing Charters PO Box 2194 • (888)747-7406 / (907)747-7406 mike@sitkapointcharters.com www.sitkacharters.com

Charter Alaska 907-738-2737

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Special Use Permit Holder Tongass National Forest

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(See ad on page 25) 236 Lincoln Street, Suite 103 (mailing) (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 tadkisaka@hotmail.com • www.flyfishsitka.com We specialize in freshwater fishing excursions for Steelhead, Salmon, and Trout. Rivers are accessed by boat and float plane. We primarily fly-fish, however, spin casting is available. Waders and fishing gear provided.

Dove Island Lodge (See ad on page 18) PO Box 1512 • (888)318-3474 (907)747-5660 / (907)738-0856 cell gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

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False Island Wilderness Lodge PO Box 784 • (866)747-8056 mcgraw1@ptialaska.net www.alaskafalseislandlodge.com Frontier Charters & Lodge 3922 Halibut Point Road • (800)388-1218 (907)747-5602 • info@frontiercharters.com www.frontiercharters.com

IslandView Resort and Charters (See ad on page 23) PO Box 6243 • (888)998-6544 / (907)747-6544 info@islandviewcharters.com www.islandviewcharters.com Kingfisher Charters and Lodge PO Box 1781 • (800)727-6136 (907)747-6136 • kingfish@ptialaska.net www.kingfishercharters.com Parker Guide Service PO Box 6290 • (907)747-6026 parkerguideservice@gmail.com www.alaskaboatcruises.com Quest Alaska Lodges PO Box 4850 • Aberdeen, SD 57402-4850 (605)229-8685 • fishing@questalaskalodges.com www.questalaskalodges.com Sitka Point Lodge & Fishing Charters Inc. 4110 Halibut Point Road • (888)747-7406 (907)747-7406 • mike@sitkapointcharters.com www.sitkapointcharters.com Sitka’s Secrets 500 Lincoln Street, Unit B9 • (907)747-5089 info@sitkasecret.com • www.sitkasecret.com

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

ALL TERRAIN VEHICLES Alaska ATV Tours

(See ad on page 24) Greenling Enterprises LLC • PO Box 132 (907)966-2301 • info@akatvtours.com www.alaskaatvtours.com Alaska ATV Tours offers all inclusive guided OHV tours in the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy spectacular scenery and abundant wildlife. Visit wild flower meadows, ocean beaches and volcanic craters.

BOAT-KAYAK RENTALS / KAYAK TOURS Alaska Travel Adventures 9085 Glacier Highway, #301 Juneau, Alaska 99801 • (800)791-2673 (907)789-0052 • info@bestofalaskatravel.com www.alaskaadventures.com B.J. Boat Rentals LLC PO Box 1242 • (907)738-0481 (907)738-6375 cell 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. We offer personalized itineraries to match any schedule, budget, ability and preference. Come on - Let’s go paddling!

BICYCLE RENTALS AND TOURS Island Fever Diving and Adventures, LLC, Sitka Bike and Hike 213 Harbor Drive • (907)747-7871 (907)738-1535 cell • mgundaker@att.net www.islandfeverdiving.com Yellow Jersey Cycle Shop 329 Harbor Drive, Suite 101 • (907)747-6317 yellowjerseycycles@yahoo.com www.yellowjerseycycles.com

DIVING / SNORKELING Island Fever Diving and Adventures, LLC, Sitka Bike & Hike 213 Harbor Drive • (907)747-7871 (907)738-1535 cell • mgundaker@att.net www.islandfeverdiving.com

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

All addresses are Sitka, Alaska 99835 unless otherwise noted.

DRIVING / WALKING / HIKING / TOURS Located on Sitka’s Down-Town Waterfront

MORE Taxi & Tours 1972 Halibut Point Road • (907)738-3210 cell moorebusi@gci.net • www.moorebusi.com

• The Loft: Sleeps up to 8, offers commanding views of sunset islands to the Northwest and Sitka Channel vessel activities from the balcony.

Sitka Tours PO Box 1000 • (907)747-8443 sitkatours@aol.com

• The Bunkhouse: 2 large adjoining units, sleeps 7 & 10 with 3 privacy bedrooms. Fully appointed kitchens, living and dining.

Sitka Tribal Tours

(See ad on page 26) 204 Katlian Street • (888)270-8687 (907)747-7290 • reservations@sitkatribe-nsn.gov www.sitkatours.com

Fisherman’s Quay, Ph: 907-747-8334 475 Katlian Street, Sitka, AK 99835

Sitka Wildlife Tours (800)750-4712 • reservations@sitkatravel.com www.sitkawildlifetours.com

Join us for the

Sitka Summer Music Festival! •

Sitka Salmon Tours 201 Lincoln Street, #4 • (907)747-7509 sitkasalmontours@sitkawild.org www.sitkasalmontours.com

FLIGHTSEEING TOURS

The best in classical music every June since 1972.

Dove Island Lodge (See ad on page 18) PO Box 1512 • (888)318-3474 / (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell • gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com Dove Island Lodge offers guided and unguided half and full day excursions to Southeast Alaska’s lakes and streams. Imagine flying out and fishing for Rainbow, Cutthroat, Salmon, or Steelhead in our DeHaviland Beaver Floatplane.

RESERVATIONS: 1-800-750-4712

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UNDERWATER TOURS Sea Life Discovery Tours (See ad on page 24) Greenling Enterprises LLC • PO Box 132 (907)966-2301 • info@sldtours.com www.sealifediscoverytours.com Explore underwater and learn about the marine environment of Alaska on a tour vessel with underwater windows. Guided tours visit sea grass beds, kelp forests, and an exciting Dive Show.

WILDLIFE & OCEAN BOAT TOURS AAA Captain Black Bart Charters 2716 Halibut Point Road, Suite 5 (907)747-7416 / (907)738-6542 cell wildhorsesalaska@yahoo.com www.blackbartscharters.com Alaskan Seagypsy Adventures 1960 Halibut Point Road • (907)747-8383 Columbus@akseagypsy.com www.akseagypsy.com

Allen Marine Tours (See ad on page 27) 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.

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All addresses are Sitka, Alaska 99835 unless otherwise noted.

Annahootz Alaskan Adventures (See ad on page 21) PO Box 52 • (907)747-2608 / (907)738-0996 cell jim@annahootz.com • www.annahootz.com

Centrally located in downtown Close to all convention facilities

Dove Island Lodge

Island Institute PO Box 2420 • (907)747-3794 island@ak.net • www.islandinstitutealaska.org

(See ad on page 18) PO Box 1512 • (888)318-3474 / (907)747-5660 (907)738-0856 cell • gofish@doveislandlodge.com www.doveislandlodge.com

Shee Atika, Inc. 315 Lincoln Street, Suite 300 (800)478-3534 / (907)747-3534 info@sheeatika.com • www.sheeatika.com

Esther G Sea Tours 215 Shotgun Alley • (907)747-6481 (907)738-6481 cell • alaskadavey@gmail.com www.puffinsandwhales.com Join us for spectacular marine wildlife tours in Sitka! Experience marine mammals, the magic of Saint Lazaria Island National Seabird Refuge and the breathtaking beauty of the Tongass National Forest.

Sitka Charter Boat Operators Association PO Box 2422 • info@thescboa.org www.thescboa.org

Gallant Adventures PO Box 6186 • (907)738-2855 cell gallantadventures@yahoo.com www.gallantadventures.com Observe and learn about whales, sea otters, and the puffins at St. Lazaria Island on an interpretive marine wildlife tour with an Alaskan field geologist and licensed captain.

Ocean Raft Adventures E-mail: stay@sitkahotel.net www.sitkahotel.net Circle #25 on Reader Service Card

(See ad on page 24) Greenling Enterprises LLC PO Box 132 • (866)966-2301 / (907)966-2301 info@sldtours.com www.oceanraftadventures.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. Sitka Sound Tours 312 Cascade Street • (907)738-1190 cell jseeland@gci.net • www.sitkasoundtours.com Sitka’s Secrets 500 Lincoln Street, Unit B9 • (907)747-5089 info@sitkasecret.com • www.sitkasecret.com

Alaska Cruise Association 360 K Street, Suite 300 • Anchorage, AK 99501 (907)743-4529 • info@akcruise.org www.akcruise.org Alaska Department of Fish and Game 304 Lake Street, Room 103 (907)747-5355 (fishing) (907)747-5449 (hunting) www.adfg.state.ak.us/ City and Borough of Sitka 100 Lincoln Street • (907)747-3294 www.cityofsitka.com Friends of Sheldon Jackson Museum 104 College Drive • (907)747-6233 manager@fosjm.org • www.fosjm.org Greater Sitka Arts Council PO Box 564 • (907)747-4821 sitkaarts@yahoo.com

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

Sitka Economic Development Association 329 Harbor Drive, Suite 212 • (907)747-2660 inforequest@sitka.net • www.sitka.net Sitka Fine Arts Camp PO Box 3086 • (907)747-3085 office@fineartscamp.org • www.fineartscamp.org Sitka Harbor Department 617 Katlian Street • (907)747-3439 Sitka National Historical Park 106 Metlakatla Street • (907)747-0110 www.nps.gov/sitk/ P Sitka Trail Works, Inc. 801 Halibut Point Road • (907)747-7244 trail@gci.net • www.sitkatrailworks.org US Forest Service - Sitka Ranger District 204 Siginaka Way • (907)747-6671 email: r10_sitka_rd@fs.fed.us www..fs.fed.us/r10/tongass/districts/sitka/

Backdoor 104 Barracks Street • (907)747-8856 Baranof Island Brewing Company 212 Smith Street • (907)747-2739 info@baranofislandbrewing.com www.baranofislandbrewing.com Bayview Restaurant and Pub 407 Lincoln Street • (907)747-5300 djenks26@gmail.com www.sitkabayviewpub.com Best views in Sitka! Top craft beers of the NW/ Alaska + a fantastic wine list. Locally caught seafood, homemade menu, & ALL sports on the TV’s. Family-friendly & late night entertainment! Bear Country Coffee 303 Lincoln Street • (907)747-5600 Captain’s Galley - located in SeaMart 1867 Halibut Point Road • (907)747-6266 www.seamart.com Channel Club 2906 Halibut Point Road • (907)747-7440 sitkachannelclub@gmail.com www.sitkachannelclub.com

Harry’s Soda Shop & Pharmacy Photo (See ad on page 29) 106 Lincoln Street • (907)747-8006 trish@whitesalaska.com www.whitesalaska.com/sodashop

All addresses are Sitka, Alaska 99835 unless otherwise noted.

Highliner Coffee 327 Seward Street • Seward Square Mall (907)747-4924 • highlinercoffee@alaska.net www.highlinercoffee.com

Sitka

Ludvig’s Bistro 256 Katlian Street • (907)966-3663 www.ludvigsbistro.com

Raven Dining Room (See ad on page 22) (located in the Westmark Sitka Hotel) 330 Seward Street • (907)747-0979

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

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

Reindeer Redhots Corner of Lincoln & Lake Street (907)738-5559 • carolk@ak.net www.reindeerredhots.com

SUPER8.COM | 1.800.800.8000 | WWW.WYNDHAMREWARDS.COM

All Super 8 hotels are independently owned and operated.

En Español 1.877.202.8812

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

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Two Chicks and a Kabob Stick 124 Lincoln Street • (907)738-2919 cell twochicksandakabobstick@gmail.com www.chickskabob.com A seasonal cart specializing in fresh seafood and Alaskan fare. Also visit Two Chicks Window at 337 Lincoln Street. Open seasonally Monday thru Saturday 11AM-4PM.

Victoria’s - located in the Sitka Hotel (See ad on page 28) 118 Lincoln Street • (907)747-9301

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

Fishermen’s Eye Gallery 239 Lincoln Street • (907)747-6080 fisheye@acsalaska.net www.fishermenseye.com

Alaska Basket Company 334 Lincoln Street • (877)884-2327 (907)747-7922 • alaskabasketco@gci.net

Alaska Raptor Center Gift Shop (See ad on page 23) 1000 Raptor Way • (800)643-9425 (907)747-8662 members.alaskaraptor@alaska.com www.alaskaraptor.org P

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

Made in Sitka Gift Shop (See ad on page 26) 200 Katlian Street • (907)747-7290 www.madeinsitka.com

Artist Cove Gallery 241 Lincoln Street • (907)747-6990 artistcove@alaska.net www.artistcovegallery.com Baranof Arts and Craft Association BACA Room (Harrigan Centennial Hall) 330 Harbor Drive • (907)747-6536 (May-Sept) bacasitka@gmail.com • www.bacasitka.org P Bear Country Gifts / Colliver Shoes 401 Lincoln Street • (907)747-8090

Big Blue Fisheries, LLC (See ad on page 24) 216 Smith Street, #B • (877)747-5161 (907)966-9999 • info@alaskasmokedfish.com www.alaskasmokedfish.com Brenner’s Fine Clothing and Gifts 124 Lincoln Street • (907)747-3468

Fairweather Gallery and Gifts 209 Lincoln Street • (907)747-8601 fairweather308@gci.net www.fairweatherprints.com

Old Harbor Books 201 Lincoln Street • (907)747-8808 oldharbor@gci.net RadioShack 303 Lincoln Street, Suite 2 • (907)747-3999 radioshack@acsalaska.net www.sitkabythesea.com Rain Country 905 Halibut Point Road • (800)770-6422 (907)747-6422 • raincountry@gci.net www.raincountrysitka.com re:fresh Salon Spa & Fitness 101 Lake Street, Suite A • (907)747-7511 info@refresh.com www.refreshsalonspafitness.com

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Russell’s 208 Lincoln Street • (907)747-3395 wilmac@gci.net Russian American Company 134 Lincoln Street • (907)747-3354 (907)747-6228 • borland@attglobal.net www.russianamericancompany.com Sheldon Jackson Museum Gift Shop Located in a National Historic Site 104 College Drive • (907)747-6233 manager@fosjm.org • www.fosjm.org P Sitka Bazaar 215 Lincoln Street • (907)747-5510 sitkabazaar@alaska.net • www.sitkabazaar.com

All addresses are Sitka, Alaska 99835 unless otherwise noted.

Sitka Flowers - Chocolate Moose 104 Lincoln Street • (800)747-5177 (907)747-5577 • chomoose@ptialaska.net www.sitka-flowers.com A small locally owned shop with delicious gourmet chocolate, creative flower arrangements and gifts you love to get. Local and Alaskan made products available here. Sitka Historical Museum Gift Shop 330 Harbor Drive • (907)747-6455 gifts.sitka@yahoo.com • www.sitkahistory.org P Sitka Rose Gallery 419 Lincoln Street • (888)236-1536 (907)747-3030 • sitkarosegallery@alaska.com www.sitkarosegallery.com Steller Books C/O The Fishermen’s Eye • 239 Lincoln Street (907)747-6080 Wintersong Soap Company 419 Lincoln Street • (888)819-8949 (907)747-8949 • wintersongsoap@att.net www.wintersongsoap.com

ALPS Federal Credit Union & ATM machine 401 Halibut Point Road • (907)747-6261 membersvc@alpsfcu.org • www.alpsfcu.org P First Bank & ATM machine 203 Lake Street • (907)747-6636 www.firstbankak.com P First National Bank Alaska & ATM machine 318 Lincoln Street • (907)747-7000 Customer.Service@FNBAlaska.com www.FNBAlaska.com P Wells Fargo Bank & ATM machine 300 Lincoln Street • (907)747-3226 www.wellsfargo.com P

FISHING / MARINE SUPPLIES Murray Pacific 475 Katlian Avenue • (907)747-3171 sitka@murraypacific.com

GROCERIES / LIQUOR STORES / BARS

Work & Rugged Gear Store 407 Lincoln Street, Suite F • (907)747-6238 work.rugged@acsalaska.net

Ernie’s Old Time Saloon 130 Lincoln Street • (907)747-3334 House of Liquor 705 Halibut Point Road • (907)747-5322 Market Center 210 Baranof Street (downtown) • (907)747-6686

BANKING / FINANCIAL

Pioneer Bar & Liquor Store 212 Katlian Street • (907)747-3456

Alaska Pacific Bank & ATM machine 315 Lincoln Street, #206 • (907)747-8688 www.alaskapacificbank.com P

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

Victoria’s Pour House (See ad on page 28) 118 Lincoln Street • (907)747-5451

INSURANCE Scott Insurance Services 7395 Roundup Lane NW, Silverdale, WA 98383 (360)698-0485 • pscott001@wavecable.com Venneberg Insurance, Inc. 225 Harbor Drive • (907)747-8625

MASSAGE / SPA Massage & Therapeutic Bodywork 110 American Street • (907)738-0400 cell tlbevan8@yahoo.com re:fresh Salon, Spa & Fitness 101 Lake Street, Suite A • (907)747-7511 refreshsalonspafitness@hotmail.com www.refreshsalonspafitness.com

MEDIA Daily Sitka Sentinel 112 Barracks Street • (907)747-3219 www.sitkasentinel.com Frankenstein Productions PO Box 6224 • (907)747-3399 / (907)738-2174 efclicks@gmail.com • www.efclicks.net KRSA Radio PO Box 789 • Glen Allen, AK 99588 (907)772-3891 • krsa@krsa.net • www.krsa.net Raven Radio Foundation, Inc. (KCAW FM 104.7 & 90.1) 2 Lincoln Street, Suite B • (907)747-5877 • raven@kcaw.org www.kcaw.org

PHARMACIES Harry Race Pharmacy and Photo (See ad on page 29) 106 Lincoln Street • (907)966-2120 info@whitesalaska.com • www.whitesalaska.com

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OFFICE SUPPLIES / SERVICES Aurora Business Supplies 327 Seward Street • (907)747-4704 sitaurora@yahoo.com www.aurorabusinesssupplies.com Sitka Office Services 246 Katlian Street, Suite E • (907)747-2707 sitkaofficeservices@gmail.com www.sitkaofficeservices.com

REAL ESTATE

provides service to 20 different communities within the state — more than

Baranof Realty 315 Seward Street, Suite A • (907)747-5636 jason@baranofrealty.com www.baranofrealty.com

any other carrier. Go to alaskaair.com to book your trip today.

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

* Some routes operate seasonally.

White’s Pharmacy (dba Harry Race) (See ad on page 29)

All addresses are Sitka, Alaska 99835 unless otherwise noted.

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PORT SERVICES/MOORAGE Cruise Line Agencies of Alaska 124 Lincoln Street, Suite 204/205 (907)747-3377 • sitka@claalaska.com www.claalaska.com Old Sitka Dock at Halibut Point Marine 4513 Halibut Point Road • (907)747-4999 chris@halibutpointmarine.com www.oldsitkadock.com Old Sitka Dock is a private deep water port offering moorage facilities for vessels up to 1100 feet including cruise ships, yachts and commercial vessels.

2012 Sitka Events JANUARY RUSSIAN CHRISTMAS AND STARRING | JAN 7th

St. Michael’s Cathedral, (907) 747-8120

SITKA MONTHLY GRIND | JAN–APR A monthly music and arts celebration! Local performances & dessert contest. Event Calendar – www.kcaw.org

FEBRUARY SITKA JAZZ FESTIVAL | FEB 2nd-4th

GROUND TRANSPORT 738-Taxi 310 Tilson Street • (907)738-8294 Ferry Shuttle (Limited hours, call for schedule) (907)747-8443 Sitka Tours MORE Taxi & Tour Services 1972 Halibut Point Road • (907)738-3210 cell moorebusi@gci.net • www.moorebusi.com North Star Rent-a-Car 600 C Airport Road • (800)722-6927 (907)966-2552 • nstar@alaska.net www.northstarrentacar.com

Visitor Transit

(See ad on page 26)

(May-Sept.) Sitka Tribal Tours • 204 Katlian Street (888)270-8687 / (907)747-7290 reservations@sitkatribe-nsn.gov www.sitkatours.com

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

TO / FROM SITKA Alaska Airlines

(See ad on page 30) 600 Airport Road • (800)252-7522 (907)966-2422 • www.alaskaair.com Alaska Airlines offers jet service to, from and within Alaska, including daily flights to 20 cities throughout the state and convenient nonstop service to the lower 48. Visit www.alaskaair.com

Alaska Marine Highway System (See ad on page 28) 7559 North Tongass Highway Ketchikan, AK 99901 (800)642-0066 / (907)747-8737 email: dot.ask.amhs@alaska.gov www.ferryalaska.com State passenger and vehicle ferries connecting the lower 48 and Canada to Alaska’s coastal communities. Year-round service, cabins and food service available on most vessels. Casual, relaxed, independent travel! 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.

World-class jazz performances by students and guest musicians. (907) 747-3653, www.sitkajazzfestival.com

BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL FEB 14th Featuring outdoor recreation films. (907) 747-0578

ALASKA AIRLINES WINTER CLASSICS CONCERT SERIES Enjoy performances by internationally assembled musicians. (907) 277-4852, www.sitkamusicfestival.com

MARCH ARTI GRAS | MAR 2nd-11th

Featuring regional artists, musicians, live music, workshops, gallery walk, Wearable Art Show, and more! (907) 747-4821, www.artigras.info

HERRING FISHERY | MAR-APR

When the herring gather to spawn in Sitka, the water turns a vibrant turquoise and wildlife abounds! (907) 747-5940

MAY OCEAN WAVE QUILTERS GUILD QUILT SHOW | MAY 3rd-13th The Ocean Wave Quilters Guild showcases new and historic quilts. (907) 747-5071

JULIE HUGHES TRIATHLON MAY 19th

6-mile run, 10-mile bike and 1,000-meter swim; short course for participants 12 & under. Call Susan: (907) 747-0519

SITKA SALMON DERBY MAY 26th-28th & JUNE 3rd–4th

Catch prize-winning fish in the sparkling waters of Sitka Sound! (907) 747-6790

JUNE SITKA SUMMER MUSIC FESTIVAL JUN 1st-29th

The 41st annual festival with worldclass classical chamber music played by internationally-acclaimed musicians. Nightly concerts, lunch concerts, family ice cream social, crab feed, and more. (907) 747-6774, www.sitkamusicfestival.org

SITKA FINE ARTS CAMP JUN 11th-JUL 15th

Teaching youth the fine arts of theatre, dance, music, visual arts, writing and Alaska Native arts since 1973. Faculty includes professional artists and skilled teachers. (907) 747-3085, www.fineartscamp.org

JULY FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION JULY 2nd-4th A grand celebration! Parade, fireworks, game and food booths. Event Calendar – www.kcaw.org

HOME SKILLET MUSIC FESTIVAL JUL 20th-21st

Music festival featuring live soul, hip hop, blues, and garage-style rock n’ roll artists. Local and out of town musicians. www.homeskilletfest.com

AUGUST SITKA SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

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

SEPTEMBER MUDBALL CLASSIC SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT | SEP 1st–3rd

Annual Labor Day Weekend tournament invites softball teams from around the nation. webmaster@sitkasoftball.com

RUNNING OF THE BOOTS

Fun run with many prize categories! Proceeds benefit Sitka Local Foods Network/Sitka Farmers Market. (907) 747-8604 www.runningoftheboots.org

OCTOBER ALASKA DAY FESTIVAL OCT 5th–19th

Celebrating the transfer of Alaska from Russia to the US. Celebrations include parade, reenactments, a period costume ball, dances, contests, and more. www.alaskadayfestival.org

SITKA MONTHLY GRIND | OCT–APR A monthly music and arts celebration! Event Calendar – www.kcaw.org

NOVEMBER NATIVE AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH A wide variety of activities, including a parade. (907) 747-3207, www.sitkatribe.org

SITKA WHALEFEST | NOV 1st–4th

A symposium by world-renowned marine scientists. Current research, whale watching cruises, concerts, art show, & marine-themed market. (907) 747-7964, www.sitkawhalefest.org

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1. Russian Cemetery – Over 200 years old with many headstones crafted from the ballasts of Russian Ships; a fascinating reminder of Sitka’s Russian past. 2. Princess Maksoutoff ’s Grave – Princess Maksoutoff was the wife of the last Russian governor, Dimitri Maksoutoff. 3. Russian Blockhouse – Replica of the blockhouse that separated the Russians from the Tlingit, when the Tlingit returned to the area in the 1820s. 4. Alaska Native Brotherhood Hall –Built in 1914, located in the Tlingit village, it serves as an Alaska Native community center. NHLS P 5. Sheet’ka Kwaán Naa Kahídi – Built in the style of a Tlingit clan house, with the largest hand-carved house screen in the Pacific NW. Sheet’ka Kwaán Naa Kahídi Native Dancers perform onsite during the summer. P■ 6. Totem Square – Recently refurbished, Totem Square is a grassy park area in downtown Sitka. P 7. 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 ■ 8. Castle Hill – With stunning panoramic views of Sitka, this was an early stronghold of the Kiks.adi clan. Later, successions of Russian buildings were erected including “Baranov’s Castle” from 1837 to 1898. This is also the site of the Alaska transfer from Russia to the United States on October 18, 1867. NHLS P 9. 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 ■ 10. St. Michaels 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 ■ $ 11. 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 ■ $

12. Harrigan Centennial Hall & Summer Information Desk – Built in 1967, this public auditorium houses the Sitka Historical Society/ Museum, wildlife display, and during the summer: Baranof Arts and Crafts Association, a visitor information desk, and the New Archangel Dancers perform. P ■ 13. Russian Bishops 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. Bishop Innocent (Ivan Veniaminov) was its first resident. NHLS P $ 14. 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 15. 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 ■ $ 16. 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 ■ $ 17. Sitka Fine Arts Campus, formerly SJ College – 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 18. 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 ■ 19. Sitka Cultural Center - The Sitka Cultural Center is a studio for local Sitka Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian artists to learn, teach, and create long-practiced cultural arts. P $ 20. 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 ■ $

KEY: NHLS = National Historic Landmark Site | NRHP = National Register of Historic Places | P = Wheelchair Accessible | ■ = Gift Shop | $ = Admission Charge

Attractions

Local artist’s rendering of downtown Sitka – DJ Robidou

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