Family Ice Fishing Derby
High Adventure Air Charter, Guides and Outfitters located just outside of Sterling, Alaska wasn’t known for winter time ice fishing; until this year. On Saturday, January 23, 2021 they invited the public to a free and hopefully annual Ice Fishing Derby.The event took place at their home base; a beautiful property on Longmere Lake. Longmere Lake is just over 3sq miles and stocked by Alaska Department of Fish and Game with dolly varden, coho salmon and rainbow trout.What High Adventure Air Charters is known for is first class bear viewing by floatplane, fly-out fishing trips, glacier and...
#Playcation: Hope
Plan your next #playcation to Hope, Alaska aka Alaska's Friendliest Town! With amazing views and a great community, you are bound to have a wonderful staycation in Hope.Hope was one of the original gold rush towns formed in 1889. Miners named their camp after prospector Percy Hope. The buildings and flavor of the early days still charm, with the store downtown serving customers since 1896! You will feel as you stepped back in time in this peaceful town.Hope, like its name suggests, is a town for opportunists and adventurers. With local hiking trails nearby and tons of outdoor activities, the...
#Playcation: Sterling
Sterling, Alaska is just 10 miles northeast of Soldotna. This special place is full of sport fishing, outdoor recreation activities, and more!This is a highway community with a number of businesses that accommodate the sportfishing industry and the outdoor buffs who arrive in the summer. Located near the Kenai and Moose river, there are tons of things to explore and do. One very popular Sterling activity is fishing. With Alaska State Parks recreation area like Morgan’s Landing and Scout Lake, you are able to easily get river access for a day of fishing fun.There are numerous camping...
#Playcation: Ninilchik
Have you ever visited Ninilchik, AK? If not, you may want to plan your next #playcation there.Some consider Ninilchik a photographic haven lodged in history and in legend. This town is a fishing community that lives up to its Russian name, "peaceful settlement by a river." You will find that peace here when you look out at the brilliant Alaskan sunset skyline with Mount Redoubt and Mount Iliamna, which are perched across Cook Inlet.The flavor of this old Russian fur-trading village still emphasizes its past prominence. The Old Russian Orthodox Church, built-in 1900, and the historic cemetery...
Special Deals for Alaskan #Playcations
It is more important now more than ever to support your fellow Alaskans. This summer we want you to make the most of it and plan a #Playcation! Here are some amazing deals from our members that you won’t want to miss. Who: Sunny Cove KayakingWhat: Alaskan Promo - 20% off all tours! Be sure to use the code “AlasakLocal” when you are checking out. Book online here. When: Book through June to get the deal.Where: SewardWho: Alaska SeaLife CenterWhat: Special Alaskan Rates. Reserve your tickets online here.When: All Summer LongWhere: SewardWho: Baycrest LodgeWhat: 20-30% off all bookings for...
#SupportLocal
Being #AlaskaStrong means that we support our neighbors and local communities. There are so many simple ways that you can help support your favorites in your town. Here are just a few: 1 - Leave reviews on your favorite spots Facebook page, Google, and TripAdvisor. This costs nothing but your time and makes a huge difference for your community. 2 - Find out which places near you are offering to go and curbside pick-ups and choose to support local and shop small if you are able to. 3 - You can find out more about your area by visiting your local chamber of commerce’s webpages. If you don’t...
A "Play-cation" in Ninilchik
A "Play-cation" in Ninilchik where a quick trip down to Deep Creek State Recreation Area this time of year means some nice dolly varden fishing. Grab a quick coffee and breakfast at Inlet View Lodge, you can pick up any replacement gear at the General Store and head to the beach. When it's time for lunch Rosco's Pizza or Keen Kow Thai Food have you covered. Supporting the Kenai Peninsula is more important than ever so get out there and explore your own back yard! #alaskanstrong #tourismstrongMore local information can be found at Ninilchik Chamber of CommerceIf you have never taken a...
Birding Adventure
Here on the Peninsula, we know just how easy and fun birding is! It's a perfect mini-adventure that you can have right in your own backyard. Here is how you can have a day of birding and fun all while practicing physical distancing and supporting your local community. First, find your favorite local trail or birding hotspot. Here is a great resource to find your new favorite place and learn more about birds.
Next, be sure you have all your favorite birding supplies from your local businesses. Did you know most shops you can order over the phone and pick-up? Check out some options here.Be...
My Kenai Peninsula Stay-Cation in Homer during Covid-19
I can't believe its another MoTuthurday already and I wanted to share with you what Mark, Alice and I did the first MoTuthurday this week. We were a little stir crazy and needed to get some fresh air while making sure we were safe and following the health mandates Governor Dunleavy has issued for Alaska.We loaded up in the suburu with Alice's bike and hit the Homer Spit for a walk along the bike path. We worked up an appetite so I looked up the Homer to Go Facebook page the Homer Chamber of Commerce has put together to check out our options. Beluga Lake Lodge Bar & Grill had an online...
Ecotourism: 10 Unforgettable Adventures You Should Book
Alaska’s alluring landscape is the main driver of tourism in the state. It’s hard to deny the beauty of its tall mountains, vast lakes, intriguing wildlife, and magnificent glaciers. But there’s more to the state than the scenic views. The Kenai has a multitude of businesses who are wildly passionate about its wildlife and have contributed to helping tourists experience responsible travel while indulging in the beauty of the state with Mother Nature top-of-mind.These businesses not only offer care and compassion to our planet, but they provide extraordinary ways for visitors from all over the...
Hike, ATV, Sightsee in the Caribou Hills
Photo Credit: kb7q.blogspot.comThe Caribou Hills (or as locals say, “the hills”) is a popular year-round recreation area on The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground. This vast area is located just 50 mils south of Kenai and Soldotna, 25 mils north of Homer and 15 miles east of Ninilchik.The Caribou Hills features miles of old seismographic trails left over from the 1960’s and the early oil exploration days in Alaska.Photo from cariboulodgealaska.comThe Caribou Hills offer excellent areas for the entire family to get out and enjoy a day of hiking. You can drive right up into the hills and many trails...
SUP Alaska’s Playground!
Photo from Paddle Board Dogs in Kenai Fjords National Park – Seward, AK.The Kenai, Alaska’s Playground is an outdoor mecca and Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) is one of the fastest growing recreational water sports in the world. So combining the mountains, glaciers, wildlife and overall beauty of the Kenai Peninsula with a fun water sport that is easily approachable by all ages, sizes and experience levels is a match made in any adventure lover’s heaven.Photo from Liquid Adventures at Bear Glacier.Stand Up Paddleboarding has its roots where all board sports have their beginnings, in beautiful...