In this final episode of the Ketchikan, Alaska series, Naomi Michalsen, a member of the Eagle Wolf Tribe of the Shark House, takes us on an extraordinary journey to explore its unique indigenous culture. We navigate the richness of Ketchikan’s Tlingit heritage, the community’s intricate connection with the land, and the local wild foods deeply…
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Ketchikan, Alaska Series: Journey into the Heart of Tlingit Culture with Native Guide Joe Williams Jr
Journey into the heart of Ketchikan, Alaska. In this enchanting city, the ancient and modern worlds merge, creating a breathtaking tapestry of culture. Our guide is Joe Williams Jr., a native of Tlingit descent who has been carving his way into history, not just with his extraordinary political accomplishments, but also as the founder of…
Ketchikan, Alaska Series: An In-depth Look at Alaska Fishing at a Remote Lodge with Waterfall Resort and Steamboat Bay Fishing Club
Ketchikan, Alaska is globally known as the salmon capital of the world. In this episode, we offer an in-depth exploration of this mesmerizing location and its exceptional fishing resorts. Our journey takes us to the Waterfall Resort Alaska and Steamboat Bay Fishing Club. We delve into animated conversations with Chuck Baird, the director of corporate…
Ketchikan, Alaska Series: An insider’s look at Ketchikan and the city’s only craft brewery, Bawden Street Brewing Co.
In our latest episode of the Global Journeys with Jill Dutton podcast, we delve into the heart of Ketchikan, Alaska. Explore its rich culture, history, and meet Sean Heismann, the mastermind behind the city’s only craft brewery, Bawden Street Brewing Co. Listen to the episode at the end of this article. Disclaimer: This post contains…
10 Guided Fishing Expeditions for Families
While kids may think of fishing as a boring day parked on the edge of a lake or river, waiting (and waiting) for something to tug on the line, guided sport fishing brings the thrill of the big catch to the entire family. It’s an exhilarating chance to spend a day on a boat under…
Sport Fishing in Alaska at Waterfall Resort, Plus 3 Nights in Ketchikan to discover local food, arts, and culture: 6-Day Itinerary
It’s not often that you get to experience a bucket-list adventure–sport fishing on a remote island in Alaska–once, let alone twice. Yet guests at both Waterfall Resort and Steamboat Bay Fishing Club return year after year, sometimes for decades, bringing generations of family to experience this exciting event. In 2020 I took my first trip…
10 Thrilling Outdoor Adventures In The U.S.
Thrill-seekers abound, but what constitutes adventure varies person to person. While some seek the biggest rush — activities such as skydiving, bungee jumping, or white-water rafting — others may feel that any activity that allows them to step outside their comfort zone (think flying, traveling solo, or mountain climbing) is a great adventure. It’s all…
8 Reasons To Book A Women’s Sport Fishing Trip
I didn’t understand the allure of fishing until recently. Now I get it. There’s the thrill that overtakes you when the fish are biting as quickly as you can put your line into the water. The serenity of turning off the engines and floating for a bit to listen to the waves lapping against the…
Booze And Brothels: 9 Things You Didn’t Know About Ketchikan, Alaska
Ketchikan, Alaska, located at the southernmost entrance to the famed Inside Passage, is the beginning of the final frontier. Situated on Revillagigedo Island, Ketchikan is the gateway to the Inside Passage, a system of waterways for ships and boats that weave through the islands and their stunning wilderness views. Read Jill’s story at Travel Awaits.
7 Best Places To Savor Seafood In Ketchikan
Ketchikan, Alaska’s “First City,” is an island reached by plane or boat. A popular cruise port, tourists flood into the city daily to view the artwork along the waterfront of the Inside Passage, the Native American totem poles, and to savor the variety of fresh seafood in a city that is known as the Seafood…
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