The Official Sitka Vacation Planner

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The Ofﬁcial Sitka Vacation Planner
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Sitka
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4 | Rich History
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6 | Vibrant Cultu
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8 | Legendary Fi
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10 | Watchable W
Adventure
12 | Wilderness
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14 | Outdoor Re
the Arts
16 | Sitka Loves
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18 | Planning Re
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32 | Downtown
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34 | Artistic Rend
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Jet Service
Alaska Marine
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Ferry Route
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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 you’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 anyone’s
tastes. Choose from large luxury
lines to small custom operators
that offer a more relaxed,
adventure-oriented
experience.
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Sitka, Alaska
J
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
You have to see it
to believe it
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!
SALTWATER FISHING
FRESHWATER FISHING
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!
O
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.
Wildlife Calendar
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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Halibut Point Rec. Trails
.5 miles, easy
Harbor Mt. Trail
2.5 miles, moderate
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Sitka Cross Trail
Sandy Beach
Starrigavan Recreation Area
Mosquito Cove Loop
1.25 miles, easy
Gravel and boardwalk
Backpacker Camping
Starrigavan Campground
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Old Sitka State Boat Launch
Pedestrian Walkway
Alaska Marine Highway
Starrigavan Terminal
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Japonski Island
John Brown's Beach Trail
.15 mile, easy
Sitka Ro
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Bird Viewing Deck
Estuary Life Trail
.25 mile, easy
Old Sitka State Historic Site
Pioneer Park
Forest & Muskeg Trail
.75 mile, easy
Gravel and boardwalk
Halibut Point Road
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6.8 miles to Green Lake
Indian River Trail
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Thimbleberry Lake
Heart Lake Trail
1.8 miles, moderate
gravel with switchbacks
Mt. Verstovia Trail
2.5 miles, difficult
Steep terrain
Sawmill Creek Road
Thimbleberry
Bay
Jamestown
Bay
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Whale Park
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Sitka National Historical Park
1.5 miles, easy
Eastern Channel
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Trail Legend
DOWNTOWN MAP ON PAGE 32
Hiking Trail
Unimproved Road (Not suitable for RVs)
Maintained Roadway
This guide has been developed for reference purposes only.
The authors make no representations concerning the actual
condition of the facilities depicted hereon.
Sitka Sound
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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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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SITKA, ALASKA
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 [email protected] or visit www.reelaffair.com
For reservations, please call
P.O. BOX 1825 • SITKA, ALASKA 99835
HOTELS / MOTELS
Cascade Inn (See ad on page 22)
2035 Halibut Point Road • (800)532-0908
(907)747-6804 • [email protected]
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 • [email protected]
www.sitkaseaglebayinn.com P
Fly-In Fish Inn (See ad on page 25)
485 Katlian Street • (907)747-7910
[email protected] • www.flyinfishinn.com
Shee Atiká Totem Square Inn
(See ad on page 20)
201 Katlian Street • (866)300-1353
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
[email protected] • 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)
email: [email protected]
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
BED & BREAKFASTS
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Alaska Ocean View Bed & Breakfast Inn
1101 Edgecumbe Drive • (907)747-8310
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
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
[email protected] • www.ottercovebandb.com
Annahootz Bed & Breakfast
PO Box 2870 • (800)746-6498
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
[email protected]
www.annsgavanhill.com P
Baranof Island B & B
401 Charteris Street • (907)747-8306
[email protected]
www.baranofislandbandb.com
Biorka Guest House - In Town
611 Biorka Street • (907)747-3111 message
www.biorkaguesthouse.com
Cinnamon Bear Bed & Breakfast
117 Darrin Drive • (907)747-3141
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
www.doveislandlodge.com
Hannah’s Bed & Breakfast
504 Monastery Street • (907)747-8309
[email protected]
www.hannahsbandb.com
Helga’s B & B by the Sea
2827 Halibut Point Road
www.helgasbedandbreakfast.com
Indian Village B & B
215 Kaagwaantaan • (907)747-5845
[email protected]
Jamestown Bay B & B
117 Jamestown Drive
(907)747-5643 / (907)738-5643 cell
[email protected]
www.jamestownbay.com
Raven’s Peek Bed & Breakfast
4260 Halibut Point Road • (907)738-0140 cell
[email protected] • www.ravenspeekbandb.com
Seaview Bed N’ Breakfast
PO Box 938 • (907)747-3908
Sitka Seaside Lodge
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
[email protected]
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!
the
HarborHeights
Penthouse S itka , a laSka
(866) 747-1032 toll free
A Great Space for
Dove Island Lodge
(See ad on page 18)
PO Box 1512 • (888)318-3474
(907)747-5660 / (907)738-0856 cell
[email protected]
Fishermen’s Inn
PO Box 8092 • Port Alexander, AK 99836
(907)568-2399 / (480)225-2217 cell
[email protected] • www.fishermensinn.com
IslandView Resort and Charters
retreatS ~ meetingS ~ conFerenceS
weddingS ~ receptionS
~FurniShed luxury accommodation
~Fully equipped kitchen
~4 BedroomS, 2 BathS including
maSter Suite with private oFFice
~media/rec room with
60” Flat Screen tv
~wiFi and caBle televiSion
~panoramic viewS
~located in downtown Sitka
(See ad on page 23)
www.islandviewcharters.com
Quest Alaska Lodges
PO Box 4850 • Aberdeen, SD 57402-4850
www.questalaskalodges.com
Sitka Point Lodge & Fishing Charters Inc.
www.sitkapointcharters.com
Managed by Davis Realty
We are a green business!
1321 Sawmill Creek Road, Suite C
907-623-9973 or 907-738-0847
www.sitkaseaglebayinn.com
• Floathouse Rentals
• Fishing Charter Packages
• Marine Wildlife Tours
• Hunting Packages (Deer, Bear, Goat)
907-747-2608 or (cell) 907-738-0996
Email: [email protected]
www.annahootz.com
www.SitkaHarborHeigHtS.com
Talon Lodge
PO Box 6506 • (800)536-1864
[email protected] • www.talonlodge.com
Wild Strawberry Lodge
(See ad on page 25)
724 Siginaka Way • (800)770-2628
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
www.abovethesoundsitka.com
Chocolate Moose Vacation Rental
104 Lincoln Street (mailing) • (907)747-5159
[email protected]
www.sitka-flowers.com
Cottages on Monastery
207 Monastery Street
(907)747-8123 • (907)738-7884 cell
[email protected]
www.cottagesonmonastery.com
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Dreaming Bear Suites
405 Etolin Way • (907)747-8601
[email protected]
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
www.sitkaoceanfront.com
Sharon’s Cabin on the Sound
Fairweather Vacation Rental
[email protected]
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
[email protected] • www.fortywinksuffda.com
Frank & Gloria’s Place
109 Sand Dollar Drive • (907)747-8711
[email protected] • www.sitkadream.com
(See ad on page 23)
4405 Halibut Point Rd • (888)998-6544
Mountain Ash House
[email protected]
www.mountainashhouse.com
(See ad on page 21)
www.sitkacabin.com
Sitka Rock Suites
4256/4257 Halibut Point Road
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
[email protected] • www.vacationsitka.com
Sitka’s Scenic Vacation Rental
100 Johnson Street • (907)747-8790
The Harbor Heights Penthouse
(See ad on page 21)
329 Harbor Drive • (907)747-1032
[email protected]
www.sitkaharborheights.com
The Loft at Fisherman’s Quay
(See ad on page 27)
475 Katlian Street • (907)747-8344
[email protected]
http://fishermansquay.com
RESERVATION SERVICES
Welcome Home Vacations
(See ad on page 21)
www.sitkatravel.com
Alaska Raptor Center
(See ad on page 23)
1000 Raptor Way • (800)643-9425
(907)747-8662
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
www.fortressofthebear.org
Sitka, Alaska
• All Waterfront Rooms
• Oceanfront Cedar Sauna
• Kitchenettes Available
Affordable
• Laundry Facilities
Luxury
• All Nonsmoking Rooms
on the
• Free Wireless Internet
Waterfront
• Sportfishing Charters
• SAVE with Combined Packages
through Big Blue Charters!
Owner Karen Keating
Call 1-800-532-0908
www.cascadeinnsitka.com
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New Archangel Dancers
(See ad on page 23)
208 Smith Street • (907)747-5516
[email protected]
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
www.sitkatours.com P
Sheldon Jackson Museum
National Historic Site
104 College Drive • (907)747-8981
[email protected]
www.museums.state.ak.us/sheldon_
jackson/sjhome.html P
Sitka Historical Museum
Sitka Historical Society
330 Harbor Drive • (907)747-6455
[email protected]
www.sitkahistory.org P
106 Metlakatla Street • (907)747-0110
www.nps.gov/sitk P
Sitka Sound Science Center
834 Lincoln Street, #20
www.sitkasoundsciencecenter.org
Southeast Alaska Indian Cultural Center
(located in the Sitka National
Historical Park Building)
[email protected]
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
(800)750-4712 / (907)747-4712
[email protected]
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
[email protected] • http://www.fs.fed.
us/r10/tongass/districts/sitka/index.shtml
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St. Michael’s Cathedral
National Historic Landmark
240 Lincoln Street • (907)747-8120 P
Alaska Marine Highway System
(See ad on page 28)
7559 North Tongass Highway
Ketchikan, AK 99901 • (800)642-0066
www.ferryalaska.com
Alaskan Dream Cruises
(See ad on page 24)
Division of Allen Marine Tours
PO Box 1049 • (855)747-8100
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
www.smallalaskaship.com
Parker Guide Service
PO Box 6290 • (907)747-6026
[email protected]
www.alaskaboatcruises.com
The Boat Company
PO Box 1839 • Poulsbo, WA 98370
(877)647-8268 / (360)697-4242
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
www.sitkawhalefest.org
A Whale of a Tale Wildlife Tours and
Charters
(907)738-5581 (cell-summer)
[email protected]
Facebook: A Whale of a Tale Adventures
& Charters
A-Z Sportfishing Charters
105 Shelikof Way • (907)747-3188
(907)738-2796 cell
[email protected]
www.a-zsportfishingcharters.net
ABC Island Guides
3004 Barker Street • (907)738-3141 cell
[email protected]
www.abcislandguides.com
Action Alaska
PO Box 2222 • (877)934-7446
(907)747-1010 / (907)738-7311 cell
[email protected]
www.actionalaska.com
Alaska Adventures Unlimited, Inc.
PO Box 6244 • (907)738-6244 cell
[email protected]
www.alaskafishing-sitka.com
Alaska Getaway
www.alaskagetaway.net
Alaska Premier Charters, Inc.
(See ad on page 25)
PO Box 2300 • (800)770-2628 • (907)747-3232
[email protected]
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
www.reelaffair.com
Angling Unlimited, Inc.
www.anglingunlimited.com
Annahootz Alaskan Adventures
(See ad on page 21)
PO Box 52 • (907)747-2608 / (907)738-0996 cell
[email protected] • www.annahootz.com
Baranof Wilderness Lodge
PO Box 2187 • (May-Sept.)
PO Box 42 • Norden, CA 95724
(800)613-6551 / (907)738-3597 cell
[email protected]
Beyond Boundaries Expeditions
PO Box 2187 • (May - Sept.)
(800)613-6551 / (907)738-3597 cell
[email protected]
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Big Blue Charters
FISHING RESERVATION SERVICE
(See ad on page 24)
PO Box 2956 • (877)747-5161 / (907)747-5161
[email protected]
www.bigbluecharters.com
Sitka Charter Cooperative
105 Shelikof Way • (907)747-3188
www.sitkacharterco-op.com
Call of the Wild Adventures
210 Lakeview Drive • (907)738-2458 cell
[email protected]
www.wildsalmonfishing.com
Sitka Fishing Charters
PO Box 2194 • (888)747-7406 / (907)747-7406
[email protected]
www.sitkacharters.com
Charter Alaska
907-738-2737
flyfishsitka.com
Special Use Permit Holder Tongass National Forest
(See ad on page 25)
236 Lincoln Street, Suite 103 (mailing)
(800)478-8558 / (907)747-8558
[email protected]
www.charteralaska.com
Classic Casting Adventures
(See ad on page 26)
PO Box 6398 • (907)738-2737 cell
[email protected] • 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
[email protected]
False Island Wilderness Lodge
PO Box 784 • (866)747-8056
[email protected]
www.alaskafalseislandlodge.com
Frontier Charters & Lodge
www.frontiercharters.com
(See ad on page 23)
PO Box 6243 • (888)998-6544 / (907)747-6544
[email protected]
Kingfisher Charters and Lodge
PO Box 1781 • (800)727-6136
www.kingfishercharters.com
Parker Guide Service
PO Box 6290 • (907)747-6026
[email protected]
www.alaskaboatcruises.com
Quest Alaska Lodges
PO Box 4850 • Aberdeen, SD 57402-4850
www.questalaskalodges.com
Sitka Point Lodge
& Fishing Charters Inc.
www.sitkapointcharters.com
Sitka’s Secrets
500 Lincoln Street, Unit B9 • (907)747-5089
[email protected] • www.sitkasecret.com
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Talon Lodge
PO Box 6506 • (800)536-1864
[email protected] • www.talonlodge.com
ALL TERRAIN VEHICLES
Alaska ATV Tours
(See ad on page 24)
Greenling Enterprises LLC • PO Box 132
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
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
[email protected] • 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
www.islandfeverdiving.com
Yellow Jersey Cycle Shop
329 Harbor Drive, Suite 101 • (907)747-6317
[email protected]
www.yellowjerseycycles.com
DIVING / SNORKELING
Island Fever Diving and Adventures, LLC,
Sitka Bike & Hike
213 Harbor Drive • (907)747-7871
www.islandfeverdiving.com
GOLF
Sea Mountain Golf Course
301 Granite Creek Road • (907)747-5663
[email protected]
www.seamountaingolf.com
DRIVING / WALKING / HIKING /
TOURS
Located on Sitka’s Down-Town Waterfront
MORE Taxi & Tours
[email protected] • 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
[email protected]
• 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
www.sitkatours.com
Fisherman’s Quay, Ph: 907-747-8334
475 Katlian Street, Sitka, AK 99835
Sitka Wildlife Tours
www.sitkawildlifetours.com
Join us for the
Sitka Summer
Music Festival!
•
Sitka Salmon Tours
201 Lincoln Street, #4 • (907)747-7509
[email protected]
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
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
Please check www.sitkamusicfestival.org for dates and details.
UNDERWATER TOURS
Sea Life Discovery Tours
(See ad on page 24)
Greenling Enterprises LLC • PO Box 132
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
[email protected]
www.blackbartscharters.com
Alaskan Seagypsy Adventures
[email protected]
www.akseagypsy.com
Allen Marine Tours
(See ad on page 27)
Sitka Wildlife Quest
PO Box 1049 • (888)747-8101 / (907)747-8100
[email protected]
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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Annahootz Alaskan Adventures
(See ad on page 21)
PO Box 52 • (907)747-2608 / (907)738-0996 cell
[email protected] • www.annahootz.com
Centrally located
in downtown
Close to all
convention facilities
Dove Island Lodge
Island Institute
PO Box 2420 • (907)747-3794
[email protected] • www.islandinstitutealaska.org
(See ad on page 18)
PO Box 1512 • (888)318-3474 / (907)747-5660
Shee Atika, Inc.
315 Lincoln Street, Suite 300
(800)478-3534 / (907)747-3534
[email protected] • www.sheeatika.com
Esther G Sea Tours
215 Shotgun Alley • (907)747-6481
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 • [email protected]
www.thescboa.org
Gallant Adventures
PO Box 6186 • (907)738-2855 cell
[email protected]
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: [email protected]
www.sitkahotel.net
(See ad on page 24)
Greenling Enterprises LLC
PO Box 132 • (866)966-2301 / (907)966-2301
[email protected]
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
[email protected] • www.sitkasoundtours.com
Sitka’s Secrets
500 Lincoln Street, Unit B9 • (907)747-5089
[email protected] • www.sitkasecret.com
Alaska Cruise Association
360 K Street, Suite 300 • Anchorage, AK 99501
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
[email protected] • www.fosjm.org
Greater Sitka Arts Council
PO Box 564 • (907)747-4821
[email protected]
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Greater Sitka Chamber of Commerce
[email protected] • www.sitkachamber.com
Sitka Economic Development Association
[email protected] • www.sitka.net
Sitka Fine Arts Camp
PO Box 3086 • (907)747-3085
[email protected] • www.fineartscamp.org
Sitka Harbor Department
617 Katlian Street • (907)747-3439
www.nps.gov/sitk/ P
Sitka Trail Works, Inc.
[email protected] • www.sitkatrailworks.org
US Forest Service - Sitka Ranger District
204 Siginaka Way • (907)747-6671
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
[email protected]
www.baranofislandbrewing.com
Bayview Restaurant and Pub
407 Lincoln Street • (907)747-5300
[email protected]
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
www.seamart.com
Channel Club
[email protected]
www.sitkachannelclub.com
Harry’s Soda Shop & Pharmacy
Photo (See ad on page 29)
106 Lincoln Street • (907)747-8006
[email protected]
www.whitesalaska.com/sodashop
Highliner Coffee
327 Seward Street • Seward Square Mall
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
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Corner of Lincoln & Lake Street
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Sea Mountain Restaurant & 19th Hole
301 Granite Creek Road • (907)747-5663
[email protected]
www.seamountaingolf.com
Two Chicks and a Kabob Stick
124 Lincoln Street • (907)738-2919 cell
[email protected]
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
Abby’s Reflection Apparel & Quiltworks
231 Lincoln Street • (907)747-3510
[email protected]
www.abbysreflection.com
Fishermen’s Eye Gallery
239 Lincoln Street • (907)747-6080
[email protected]
www.fishermenseye.com
Alaska Basket Company
334 Lincoln Street • (877)884-2327
Alaska Raptor Center Gift Shop
(See ad on page 23)
1000 Raptor Way • (800)643-9425
(907)747-8662
[email protected]
www.alaskaraptor.org P
Goldsmith Gallery
407 Lincoln Street • (800)360-5744
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
[email protected]
www.artistcovegallery.com
Baranof Arts and Craft Association
BACA Room (Harrigan Centennial Hall)
330 Harbor Drive • (907)747-6536 (May-Sept)
[email protected] • 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
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
[email protected]
www.fairweatherprints.com
Old Harbor Books
201 Lincoln Street • (907)747-8808
[email protected]
RadioShack
303 Lincoln Street, Suite 2 • (907)747-3999
[email protected]
www.sitkabythesea.com
Rain Country
www.raincountrysitka.com
re:fresh Salon Spa & Fitness
101 Lake Street, Suite A • (907)747-7511
[email protected]
www.refreshsalonspafitness.com
Russell’s
208 Lincoln Street • (907)747-3395
[email protected]
Russian American Company
134 Lincoln Street • (907)747-3354
www.russianamericancompany.com
Sheldon Jackson Museum Gift Shop
Located in a National Historic Site
104 College Drive • (907)747-6233
[email protected] • www.fosjm.org P
Sitka Bazaar
215 Lincoln Street • (907)747-5510
[email protected] • www.sitkabazaar.com
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Sitka Flowers - Chocolate Moose
104 Lincoln Street • (800)747-5177
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
[email protected] • www.sitkahistory.org P
Sitka Rose Gallery
419 Lincoln Street • (888)236-1536
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
www.wintersongsoap.com
ALPS Federal Credit Union & ATM machine
[email protected] • 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
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
GROCERIES / LIQUOR STORES /
BARS
Work & Rugged Gear Store
407 Lincoln Street, Suite F • (907)747-6238
[email protected]
Ernie’s Old Time Saloon
130 Lincoln Street • (907)747-3334
House of Liquor
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
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
Venneberg Insurance, Inc.
225 Harbor Drive • (907)747-8625
MASSAGE / SPA
Massage & Therapeutic Bodywork
110 American Street • (907)738-0400 cell
[email protected]
re:fresh Salon, Spa & Fitness
101 Lake Street, Suite A • (907)747-7511
[email protected]
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
[email protected] • www.efclicks.net
KRSA Radio
PO Box 789 • Glen Allen, AK 99588
(907)772-3891 • [email protected] • www.krsa.net
Raven Radio Foundation, Inc.
(KCAW FM 104.7 & 90.1) 2 Lincoln Street,
Suite B • (907)747-5877 • [email protected]
www.kcaw.org
PHARMACIES
Harry Race Pharmacy and Photo
(See ad on page 29)
106 Lincoln Street • (907)966-2120
[email protected] • www.whitesalaska.com
Barrow
Kotzebue
Prudhoe Bay
Nome
Bethel
Dutch Harbor
[email protected]
www.whitesalaska.com
Fairbanks
Dillingham
Adak
Anchorage
King Salmon
Cordova
Kodiak
to Seattle, Portland,
Los Angeles,*
Denver,* Chicago,
Honolulu and Maui*
Yakutat
Glacier Bay
ONE AIRLINE
to Seattle
Sitka
to see all the different Alaskas.
Juneau
Petersburg
Wrangell
Ketchikan
For quick, easy and convenient service to Alaska, trust the airline that has
been flying into and around the Great Land for over 75 years. Alaska Airlines
OFFICE SUPPLIES / SERVICES
Aurora Business Supplies
327 Seward Street • (907)747-4704
[email protected]
www.aurorabusinesssupplies.com
Sitka Office Services
246 Katlian Street, Suite E • (907)747-2707
[email protected]
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
[email protected]
www.baranofrealty.com
any other carrier. Go to alaskaair.com to book your trip today.
Sitka Realty
228 Harbor Drive • (907)747-8922
[email protected] • www.sitkarealty.com P
* Some routes operate seasonally.
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White’s Pharmacy (dba Harry
Race) (See ad on page 29)
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PORT SERVICES/MOORAGE
Cruise Line Agencies of Alaska
124 Lincoln Street, Suite 204/205
www.claalaska.com
Old Sitka Dock at Halibut Point Marine
[email protected]
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
[email protected] • www.moorebusi.com
North Star Rent-a-Car
600 C Airport Road • (800)722-6927
www.northstarrentacar.com
Visitor Transit
(See ad on page 26)
(May-Sept.)
Sitka Tribal Tours • 204 Katlian Street
(888)270-8687 / (907)747-7290
[email protected]
www.sitkatours.com
WATER TRANSPORT
Esther G Sea Taxi
215 Shotgun Alley • (907)747-6481
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
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.
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.
[email protected]
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!
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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Sitka Lutheran Church
St. Michaels Cathedral
Sitka Historical Museum
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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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PO Box 1226-SVP
Sitka, AK 99835 USA
(907) 747-5940 / (800) 557-4852
[email protected] / www.sitka.org
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