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"Our Mission Statement": The Protection and Preservation of the Alaskan Wilderness Experience for Present and Future Generations.
Our objective is to be proactive when it comes to the issues affecting the Wilderness areas and Wildlife of Southeast, Alaska.
Our Goal to preserve the wilderness areas of Alaska for future generations.
About us:
We are a concerned group of tour operators and individuals who have a passion for the beauty of Southeast, Alaska and its abundant wildlife.
We resolve to make every effort to be proactive when it comes to the preservation and protection of the area.
We resolve to respect the animals we observe and to leave nothing behind but footprints.
We would like Alaska to remain " The Last Frontier".
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, are located a mile apart in the remote heart of Denali National Park, 90 miles from the crowded park entrance. Family owned and operated, they are designated as the sole historic provider of educational guided hiking by the National Park Service. They are small, just 35-40 guests each. Three and four night, all-inclusive stays, allow you time to hike, botanize, bird watch and observe wildlife with naturalist-guides. Your stay is a unique blend of active exploration, and camaraderie among fellow adventurers and staff in a wilderness setting without parallel. |
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Shannon's brother has invented a game to be played on the beach.
Check it out and join the fun.
We're waiting for a set of clubs to take to Alaska with us.
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National Trust For Historic Preservation
Names Friday Harbor, Washington To Its 2008 List
of America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations.
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San Juan Island Whale Watch and Wildlife tours with Captain Carli's offers exciting whale watch day trips and excursions, departing from the Port of Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA.
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. the San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau, information on lodging, activities and more. |
 | , Guided wildlife-watching sea kayak day trips and sunset tours with the smallest tour groups in the San Juan Islands. An intimate experience for those not wanting to join large groups.
We work with this kayaking company for Mother Ship Trips in the San Juan Islands. We highly recommend them for day trips and shorter trips when visiting the islands.
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 | , what to see and do in the San Juan Islands. ON LAND - Parks, Trails for Hikes & Walks, Farms, Artist Studios, Museums, Places to Eat, ATM's, Public Restrooms, Transportation options, and more. On the maps are locations with descriptions so when you drive or bicycle you know where you are going. ON WATER - Wildlife/Whale Watching, Kayaking, Diving, Sailing and more. IN THE AIR - Scenic flights HOW TO GET TO THE ISLANDS - Ferry, plane, airporter vans, boat charters, etc. PLACES TO STAY & EVENTS - Reference Information.
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 | promotes stewardship of whales and the Salish Sea ecosystem through education and research. Located in downtown Friday Harbor.
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 | (The ATIA) will be the leading industry organization promoting Alaska as a top visitor destination, communicating and promoting the Alaskan tourism industry as one of the state’s major economic forces, and will be the respected voice of the industry for the growth of the industry, while remaining attentive to care for the environment, recognition of cultures and Alaska’s unique quality of life.
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The nation's ninth largest carrier, and its sister carrier, Horizon Air, together serve 80 cities in Alaska, the Lower 48, Canada and Mexico. Visit the website for reservations, news, aircraft information, and history of Alaska Airlines. |
 | High on the hillside, overlooking the bustling Juneau waterfront, blends turn of the century elegance with contemporary comfort. Painstakingly restored to its original grandeur, the Inn was awarded Arrington's Bed & Breakfast Journal's 2003 Book of Lists Award "Best In Alaska" and The 2002 Award of Excellence from the Historic Preservation Committee for the restoration of the Inn. |
 | The provides a Southeast Alaska Directory to and for communities and people in the Tongass National Forest. The Tongass National Forest, managed by the U.S. Forest Service, was created in 1907 by Teddy Roosevelt. It is America's largest national forest (17 million acres, or 500 miles north to south, or 80% of Southeast Alaska) and the largest intact temperate rainforest in the world. |
 | is like traveling no other place on earth. There are 586,000 square miles here, and almost that many possibilities. This is the place to begin your travel planning. |
 | is a town that still makes its living from the sea and is not a port of call for large cruise ships. Leave the crowds behind, and visit this thriving fishing village with a strong Norwegian heritage. |
 | is Alaska's capital and the third largest city in the state. Like Alaska, Juneau is full of contrasts, a sophisticated cosmopolitan city in the heart of the Tongass National Forest. Nestled at the base of towering mountains overlooking the Gastineau Channel, the community's rich culture and history is displayed throughout the town and in several local museums. |
 | is a coalition of eighteen member groups in fourteen communities, stretching along the coast of Southeast Alaska whos goal is to safeguard the integrity of Southeast Alaska’s unsurpassed natural environment, while providing for the sustainable use of the region’s natural resources.
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 | The mission of is to protect, maintain, and improve the fish, game, and aquatic plant resources of the state, and manage their use and development for the maximum benefit of the people of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle. |
 | The provides meteorology and climatology information on Alaska from public, private, and government agencies, and from researchers around the world. |
 | offers first-class hiking, backpacking, climbing, mountaineering, skiing, rafting and kayaking expeditions in Alaska's stunning National Parks, Refuges and Wilderness Regions. |
| Alaskan Wildlife Photographers and . |
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organization committed to research,
conservation, and public education about
marine mammals in Southeast Alaska. |
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Samaritan’s Purse
We decided to share our profits and invest it in helping others less fortunate than we are. We took a percentage of Pacific Catalyst’s gross income in 2008 and gave it to Samaritan’s Purse because of their involvement in helping people worldwide. We also have friends involved in this organization and trust its integrity.
This link will take you to a slideshow showing some of their projects in 2008. http://www.samaritanspurse.org/2008-Year-in-Pictures/
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Visit the Friday Harbor Directory to find additional Friday Harbor bed and breakfasts.
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