Podcasts about Kachemak Bay

On today's Midday Report with host Terry Haines:A trio of high level Trump administration officials are touring Alaska this week, looking for ways to "unleash Alaska's resource potential." Volunteers say they recovered the remains of three people missing since their boat capsized in Kachemak Bay last summer. And a skater explores Alaska.

Volunteers this week recovered the remains of three people missing since their boat capsized in Kachemak Bay last summer. A hiker from Seward was struck by a massive boulder on Saturday and spent almost two hours pinned face-down in a glacial creek. A prematurely born harbor seal pup was rescued earlier this month from a beach near Kenai.

A preview of Kachemak Bay State Park's summer volunteer opportunities

Ninilchik and Clam Gulch beaches will stay closed to razor clam harvests through the year, and Homer's Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival got underway on Wednesday last week with birding tours and other events scheduled around Homer, Anchor Point, Kachemak Bay and other Cook Inlet locations.

Ninilchik and Clam Gulch beaches will stay closed to razor clam harvests through the year; and Homer's Kachemak Bay Shorebird Festival got underway on Wednesday this week with birding tours and other events scheduled around Homer, Anchor Point, Kachemak Bay and other Cook Inlet locations.

Twelve high school students from across the Kenai Peninsula have been selected as finalists in this year's Caring for the Kenai competition; time is running out for the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District to greenlight a balanced spending plan for the upcoming fiscal year; and marine biologist and author David Scheel will discuss Kachemak Bay's giant Pacific octopuses next Tuesday.

Sean Derry spent the past two summers on the southside of Kachemak Bay carefully deconstructing a homesteading cabin dating from Alaska's statehood. He has transformed the artifacts and materials from the cabin into a new collection of artworks. Sean hopes the project promotes a form of migration that lacks the injuries of colonization. “Key to this ideal is accepting the knowledge already present in a location and remaining mindful of how one's presence alters the identity of a place. I hope that erasure of the cabin can exist as both an open investigation and an apology.” more.

Find out about ongoing research projects, programs, training and funding at KBNERR.

In this chat around the fireside, Atz Kilcher shares his deep connection to music, nature, and the journey of self-acceptance. Reflecting on his childhood, he explores how the wilderness shaped his understanding of himself and the world around him. Atz reveals the therapeutic power of music and how returning to nature can help veterans and others find peace, purpose, and personal growth. Weaving stories of his time in Fox Canyon at the head of the Kachemak Bay in Alaska and the art of basket weaving, he illuminates how these practices connect us to nature and the wisdom of community, healing, and shared experiences. November 2nd: Songs from the Wilderness Topa Insitute, Ojai California On November 2nd join Atz Kilcher for an unforgettable evening in the serene beauty of the Topa Topa Mountains. Celebrate the powerful journey of veterans healing through nature and music. Featuring performances by Atz Kilcher, Andrew Wiscombe, Stephen Covell, Kate, and Secily Anderson, this concert brings the stories and songs of veterans to life in a way that inspires, uplifts, and connects us all. All proceeds from this event will support veterans' healing trips to Heroes Healing Homestead, a place where veterans connect with nature, each other, and themselves in the magical setting of Alaska's Kachemak Bay. Help us give back to those who have served by supporting this incredible cause. Families welcome. More Information and Buy Tickets here Special Experiences: Intimate concert and storytelling with Atz Kilcher under the Teaching Tree at 1pm November 2nd. Limited VIP tickets available. Main Concert: Enjoy Sister Friends, Andrew Wiscombe, Steven Covell and Wintergrain - hosted by Atz Kilcher in a stunning outdoor Amphitheatre nestled in the Topa Topa Mountains, Ojai California After party jam with all musicians by the Kiva fire. Limited VIP tickets available.Farmers Market: Explore local food and goodies from veteran-owned businesses from 2pm - 6pm. Silent Auction launched online October 15th: Unique handmade items from Atz Kilcher, musician memorabilia, guided adventures with Open Circle, and a chance for a trip to the Kilcher Homestead in Alaska hosted by Atz Kilcher and his family, fishing trip in the Kachemak Bay and a private concert by the fire with Atz Kilcher at Heroes Healing Homestead. Final bids Veterans Day, November 11th 2024.

Ojai's newest performing venue will be the site of a special benefit for veterans, "Heroes Healing: Songs from the Wilderness," on November 2 from 3 to 7 pm. It's being organized by Open Circle Foundation and Heroes Healing Homestead in Homer, Alaska, to provide a wilderness therapy experience for veterans suffering from service-related PTSD. Joining us on the podcast are Open Circle's founder Miriam Jones and Heroes Healing's Atz Kilcher. If that name sounds familiar, it should. Kilcher was the star of Discovery Channel's "Alaska: The Last Frontier," for 12 seasons. He is also the father of Jewel, the singer-songwriter who has sold 30 million albums. She got her Grammy-nominated start as a young child playing in a duo with her father, who is a well-known songwriter and yodeler in his own right. Kilcher has several connections to Ojai. His mother spent several months here when he was a teenager, leaving him to "hold down the fort" at the family homestead in Kachemak Bay in Homer, Alaska, and he is well acquainted with the numerous contingent of Ojai residents who also homesteaded in Homer (see Mark Lewis' story "O Pioneers!" in the Fall 2019 issue of Ojai Quarterly). The November 2nd concert will take place at the brand-new Topa Bowl in upper Ojai at the Topa Institute. Also on the bill are Andrew Wiscombe, Stephen Covell, and Kate & Secily Anderson. The event will also feature storytelling, crafts, food and more. Operation Encore is another key organizer for this event, helping develop veterans who are musicians through performances and recording opportunities. Open Circle connects veterans and other at-need people with the wilderness for restoring purpose and a sense of community. Kilcher and Jones talked about how this event came together through a fortuitous encounter with Jones and her co-founder in Alaska, Kilcher's Vietnam experiences, why tje wilderness is essential for mental health, what it's like to live on a rugged homestead while being filmed for more than a decade, and their various journeys that led up to this moment. We did not talk about Aztec death whistles, mah jongg or the Japanese royal family. For more information on this event and the organizers check out ... https://www.foundation.weareopencircle.com/ or https://www.homeralaska.org/listing/heroes-healing-homestead/2654/

The Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies CoastWalk program cleans beaches and collects data on marine debris and environmental impacts.

A flood warning is in effect for Seward and the surrounding areas until Friday; Salmonfest, the annual music festival that advocates for the protection of healthy salmon runs through music and educational resources, returned to the Kenai Peninsula Fairgrounds in Ninilchik over the weekend; and The Alaska Dive Search and Rescue Recovery Team based in Anchorage will be searching the area in Cook Inlet at the mouth of Kachemak Bay where a vessel foundered on August 3rd.

A lawsuit centered on a contentious personal watercraft ban, also known as the jet ski ban, in Kachemak Bay, has made its way to the Alaska Supreme Court, and nine hours after the last of Kenai's dipnetters pulled their nets out of Cook Inlet Wednesday night, the city's parks and recreation staff got to work.

A Kenai woman was arrested after police say she intentionally set fire to a home in Kenai. A lawsuit centered on a contentious personal watercraft ban, also known as the jet ski ban, in Kachemak Bay, has made its way to the Alaska Supreme Court. Kodiak College, an offshoot of the University of Alaska Anchorage, will receive nearly $4 million more than usual in the coming years.

Friday morning, a cruise ship weighed anchor in Kachemak Bay and began shuttling passengers to the Homer Spit, and rooftop solar panel installers have been busy the last few years as demand for affordable energy in Alaska grows.

Allie Ostrander won't run for Team USA in this year's Olympic Games in Paris; the Youth Conservation Corps is a nationally recognized summer work initiative for teens interested in outdoor recreation and environmental education. The Kenai National Wildlife Refuge is a recipient of the program, and recently trained local youth to assist in maintenance projects; Alaska Department of Fish and Game released an advisory this morning for the Lower Cook Inlet Salmon Fishery; and this morning (06/28), a cruise ship weighed anchor in Kachemak Bay and began shuttling passengers to the Homer Spit.

Join us for an inspiring episode of the Rising Tide podcast as David Helvarg & Natasha Benjamin sit down with Bob Shavelson, a seasoned conservationist with over 35 years of experience in the environmental field. Growing up along the shores of Atlantic City, NJ, Bob's journey has taken him from the east coast to the rugged beauty of Homer, Alaska, where he has led significant efforts in environmental protection and advocacy. In this 110th episode, Bob shares his rich history in conservation, from his early work with MassPIRG on toxic use reduction to his fight against the passage of NAFTA. We delve into his impactful tenure with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, where he tested and regulated landfills, and his extensive legal work bringing citizen suits under the Clean Water Act. Bob also recounts his experiences as a Knauss Sea Grant Fellow on Capitol Hill, where he influenced environmental policy. As the leader of the nonprofit organization Cook Inletkeeper since 1996, Bob has dedicated his career to protecting Alaska's vital waterways. He currently serves on the Board of the Prince William Sound Regional Citizens Advisory Council, overseeing oil tanker and terminal operations in the wake of the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill. Bob's passion for conservation extends beyond his professional life. He actively volunteers for various community groups and now operates a water taxi on the stunning Kachemak Bay, where he lives with his wife and two young daughters. Tune in to hear Bob's incredible stories and insights on environmental protection, community engagement, and the ongoing efforts to safeguard our natural world. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in conservation and the power of grassroots advocacy.

The State of Alaska is appealing a decision that brought back a personal watercraft ban in Kachemak Bay waters; and a fish passage restoration project will soon bring improvements to the movement and health of a southern Kenai Peninsula salmon population.

The State of Alaska is appealing a decision that brought back a personal watercraft ban in Kachemak Bay waters, and the Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly held its meeting in Seward last night, where they commemorated the Seward High School Boys' Wrestling Team for being state champions.

The Caring for the Kenai Competition will hear from finalists next week; and during Kachemak Bay's extreme low tides this week, a group of curious Homer residents had the opportunity to see and hold marine creatures that normally stay beneath the water.

The City of Homer has begun its search for a new city manager, and during Kachemak Bay's extreme low tides this week, a group of curious Homer residents had the opportunity to see and hold marine creatures that normally stay beneath the water.

The Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly narrowly passed a resolution that supports a potential future project looking into the feasibility of installing heat pumps in schools on the southern part of Kachemak Bay, and an otter pup that was rescued in Seldovia last October now has a new name.

Located in the Kenai Peninsula of Alaska, Kachemak Bay serves as the residence for a diverse array of birds.

VOA Connect Episode 313 - We look at a community dedicated to mindful choices and harmonious coexistence, and the stunning beauty of Kachemak Bay.

After a two year lawsuit, jet skis are once again banned on Kachemak Bay. Alaska Superior Court ruled against the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in the case earlier this month; Kenai Peninsula College announced in a press release Tuesday Kachemak Bay Campus Director Reid Brewer will be resigning; and a Soldotna man pleaded guilty last week to charges of improperly harvesting and possessing a bull moose.

After a two year lawsuit, jet skis are once again banned on Kachemak Bay. Alaska Superior Court ruled against the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in the case earlier this month. As the Kenai Peninsula School District faces another year with a budget deficit, popular line items like school pools and theaters are back in the conversation.

Episode #57 Crazy Hectic Alaskan Fall   After a crazy end of summer and a moose season full of adventures, Sean and Michael sit down for the first time since hunting season. Catching up on stories from hiking resurrection pass, duck hunting Kachemak Bay, and of course moose season on the Kenia Peninsula. Hundreds of miles traveled over mountains, lakes, rivers, and ocean. Hunting season in Alaska is truly a magical thing, listen in and tag along on the adventures.      Leave a message and be included in a future episode! Connect with us on all the things... Instagram: @michael_swoboda Instagram: @sean_luv Twitter: @swabooty33 Email: averagealaskanpodcast@yahoo.com Website: Swobodacharters.com

“So we have a lot of differences, our own individuality, but we enjoy the common ethos and mission that binds us. And that is to bring people into the natural world and have them experience why we live this way and what we find valuable in it. And we want to show people and share with them, and that binds us all together.” We're in great company with Kirsten Dixon, Founder and Head Chef of Within The Wild, a luxury Alaska adventure company and Tutka Bay Lodge, an award winning boutique lodge along the Gulf of Alaska. Over thirty years ago, Kirsten and her husband, Carl left their city life in Anchorage to live in the wilds of Alaska and to this day, they share their home with guests from all over the world, offering transformative adventures and cuisine within the natural world.  Tutka Bay Lodge is a 35 acre property with a rustic luxury 6 cabin retreat that is the perfect jumping off point into a world of excursions into the Alaskan wilderness, from bear viewing to glacier trekking, kayaking to fishing, hiking the backcountry to helicopter adventures, tide pooling to bird watching, natural and cultural history lessons to daily culinary sessions. In this episode, Kirsten paints a picture of the bounty of the land and sea that surrounds her, the full heart (and in the Dixon's case, stomach) that comes with running a family business, and how their commitment to sustainability and future generations are instrumental in the preservation of this place she calls home.  Top Takeaways [1:40] Kirsten met her husband, Carl on her first day as an ICU nurse in Anchorage. A year later they quit their jobs, sold everything and moved to the remote wilderness of Alaska. Kirsten reminisces on the past 40 years, raising two daughters and running numerous lodges.  [6:25] How a couple from Paris transitioned from being Kirsten's guests to her great friends, inviting Kirsten to visit in Paris and attend Le Cordon Bleu where her culinary passion came to life.  [13:45] Having an appreciation for the natural world can look and be experienced in different ways, as Kirsten prefers to take in the aesthetics while Carl can be found pursuing active adventures.  [14:45] Dive into the Dixon's universe they are creating with the help of 4 generations of their family in South Central Alaska - from their home base of Tutka Bay Lodge, to their quaint café La Baleine in their neighboring artistic town of Homer, to their newly acquired floral farm with 35 acres of peonies as far as the eye can see.  [21:00] As Kirsten and Carl grow older, they have made it their life's mission to do good for their future generations, preserving and protecting not only the land they call home, but their pocket of paradise that surrounds them.   [24:00] The journey to Tutka Bay Lodge is part of the remote Alaskan wilderness experience, whether you arrive by seaplane or boat, and the adventure does not stop there… [29:10] Guests can expect to dine in good company enjoying the creative expressions of numerous chefs who present wild Alaskan cuisine with Russian, Asian and native influences, foraged from the mountains, grown in the gardens and fished from the ocean.  [39:15] When Kirsten first saw her neighbor's old crabbing boat, it was an eyesore. Now with a little tender love and care - and good taste - it's her favorite spot to bring guests. [46:50] The future of Within The Wild focuses on younger generations, teaching local and visiting children how to cook cultural cuisine and to explore the old growth forests across the bay. Notable Mentions Pico Iyer Journeys Be The Wild Non-Profit  Living Within The Wild, Cookbook by Kirsten and Mandy Dixon Visit For Yourself Within The Wild Website @withinthewild Call (907) 274 2710, mention SEASALT2024 for 10% Off Stay In Good Company Website

In this episode, Wes and Todd sit down with Sculptor, Jeff Dean. Jeff discusses growing up in Fairbanks, his earliest art memory, being introduced to pottery, his art education, South Bear School and Pond Farm, the Naguib School of Sculpture, growing up building things, yurts, teaching art, moving to Tennessee, living in North Carolina, demonstrating and selling work at Dollywood, moving back to Alaska and buying land in Homer, Kachemak Bay, Dean Homestead & Art Studio tours, mediums he works in, saw blades, the heat colored steel engraving process, marketing & hustling for work, commissions, metal prints, editions, public art, online courses, the Dean Gallery, the gallery pole he developed, social media, and discipline. Join us for an compelling and informative conversation with Jeff Dean.Check out Jeff's stunning work at his website - www.jeffreyhdean.com Follow Jeff Dean on social media:Instagram - www.instagram.com/jeffreyhdean/Facebook - www.facebook.com/jeffreyhdeansculptureYouTube - www.youtube.com/channel/UC_FpHQNbV4twZ7-uoNBjFAw

Voting in Homer Electric Association's 2023 election is open now, through May 4. The utility stretches from Seldovia to just about Cooper Landing, with major goals over the next decade to diversify its grid and deliver more reliable and sustainable power to Kenai Peninsula and Kachemak Bay communities.

Growing up in Seldovia, a tiny hamlet across from Homer in Kachemak Bay, Ron Hoffman suffered tragedy early with the loss of both his parents at a young age. Coming to Anchorage and being raised by a family friend, Hoffman became part of the community of Anchorage Baptist Temple. As teacher, administrator and eventually as lead pastor when Dr. Jerry Prevo left to take the helm of Liberty University, Hoffman is a big thinker wanting everyone to know about the grace and truth that a relationship with Christ brings.In line with that thinking, Pastor Ron and his team at Anchorage Baptist Temple have launched a new chapter for this ubiquitous house of God through a rebranding and new vision they are calling Mountain City Church.I couldn't be more privileged to chat with my good friend Pastor Ron about this wonderful new beginning. God is in the business of fresh starts on many different levels. CLICK HERE to be refreshed by some of those Scriptures now.Alaska is blessed to have people like Ron and Mountain City Church in it. Praise God for His goodness.Support the show

Two Homer teenagers - in full-length wetsuits - recently plunged into the cold waters of Kachemak Bay to go on a miles-long swim; and today, cultural education is a huge and growing focus for the Kenaitze Indian Tribe in Kenai, and it's hoping it can expand its programming even more now with its brand new educational campus.

A coalition of Alaska organizations and agencies won $49 million to grow the state's mariculture industry over the next five years, the White House announced Friday; and two Homer teenagers, in full-length wetsuits, recently plunged into the cold waters of Kachemak Bay to go on a miles-long swim.

If you can't hear the enthusiasm in my voice in this episode, get your ears checked. Strap in for Chris Pollack; spearfisherman from Seldovia, AK. Seldovia is a sleepy little town across Kachemak Bay from the Homer Spit. Chris and his family live there full-time; diving, spearfishing, hunting, and catching monster halibut from human powered boats. These guys are the real deal when it comes to freediving and spearfishing in cold water. We talk gear, recipes, underwater photography, halibut attacking your spear, giant sea lions, human powered fishing tournaments and different ways to train your body for freediving. I loved every second of this podcast and Chris doesn't know it yet, but he's coming back on the podcast after my first experience in the water. You guys are going to enjoy the hell out of this one. I did. Thank you all for listening, I love every damn one of you. Here's to the hunt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It took months of planning, but Amy and her family headed out for a three-day, totally unplugged adventure in a dream Alaska spot: a wild lagoon off the coast in an Alaska State Park. From otters to birdsong, kayak trips to perhaps too many days without a shower, this adventure was a picturesque keeper in Halibut Cove Lagoon of Kachemak Bay State Park. Listen now. Connect with this episode: Join the Humans Outside Challenge Follow Humans Outside on Facebook Follow Humans Outside on Instagram Hear Charles Wohlforth on Humans Outside Hear The 3-Day Effect by Florence Williams Some of the good stuff: [:45] An important question [:55] Why we were MIA [1:25] All the planning for this [2:00] How we got there and tide problems [3:05] About the public use cabins in Alaska [3:45] About the Halibut Cove Lagoon Overlook Cabin [4:12] Here's something weird about this place [4:45] Wildlife center and some wildlife sounds for you [5:50] What we did out there [6:05] The 3-Day Effect and how to learn more about that [6:50] Why these trips matter for me

In this episode we take a trip across the bay to Seldovia and to talk with Rosanna McInnes and Lisa Stanish about starting Seldovia's first farmers market, with the aim of increasing food security for their small town across Kachemak Bay (and off the road system). We then visit Rosanna's Garden to learn about intensive planting and lasagna-style beds.

Pastor Ron Hoffman, shown here with his wife Crystal, had some big shoes to fill. The church he now leads, Anchorage Baptist Temple, has been an influential presence in Alaska for decades.  ABT's founder and former lead pastor, Dr. Jerry Prevo, is now President of Liberty University, one of the largest Christian schools of higher education in the world. Based in Lynchburg, Virginia, Liberty was founded by Dr. Jerry Falwell, credited with establishing the "Moral Majority" in 1979.Pastor Ron's humble beginnings in Seldovia, a small coastal community in Kachemak Bay, and his difficult journey that brought him to Anchorage, have made him uniquely gifted to guide ABT well into the future.His passion to bring people to Christ is infectious. I am honored to sit down with ABT Pastor Ron Hoffman and invite you to join us today on Family Matters. Support the show (https://www.akfamily.org/donate/)

Join host Jay Barrett for a discussion with Curt Jackson of the Kachemak Bay State Park Community Council, Kim McNett, Karl Stolfuss, Erin McKitrick, and Amelia Pollack about activities available in the park during the winter.

Olivia journeys to the final frontier with special guest Ed and talks about all things Kachemak Bay State Park.

Anchorage mayoral candidate Bronson said the pandemic was ‘over last summer’ and he will not necessarily follow the CDC’s advice; Lawsuit filed to block Dunleavy administration decision allowing personal watercraft in Kachemak Bay; Curious Alaska: What happened to hot air ballooning in Anchorage?

During much of my life, the environment has become increasingly important to people. We've learned about the dangers of industrial pollution to our air and water. Our government has invested millions, probably billions, into cleaning up toxic waste dumps. Regulations have been passed to protect the environment. People have also organized into clubs to protect and enjoy nature. Volunteers will pick up trash on the highway or along streams. We have learned the value of purifying the environment. Years ago, I lived in Homer, Alaska. A friend of mine who lived there loved to stop at the scenic overlook on the highway west of Homer. Perched in his car high above Kachemak Bay, he could sit and soak in the beauty of creation. On a clear day, you could see the mountains across the bay, the waters of Cook Inlet, and the mountains on the Alaska Peninsula to the west. It was an absolutely beautiful scene. The view was so inspiring because it was largely unblemished. Most of what you saw was wilderness or the sea. My friend could relax in a way that helped restore his soul. Philippians 4:8 encourages us to think about things that are pure. This is much like my friend in Alaska. When we find things that are innocent and unblemished, it allows us to sit and soak in good things. I hope you find the time today to enjoy something pure. Please provide feedback and suggestions at: https://www.sparkingfaith.com/feedback/ Bumper music “Landing Place” performed by Mark July, used under license from Shutterstock.

Holly Dickson and Mike Booz, Sport Fish Area Managers in the Alaska Department of Fish and Game's Homer Office, join Katrina and Guy to talk about winter fishing for King Salmon by boat in Kachemak Bay. Fish on!

Welcome to Homer, Alaska, the "Halibut Fishing Capital of the World"! Located on the shore of Kachemak Bay, the area was first settled when coal was discovered in the area in the 1890s. Homer is the southernmost town on the contiguous Alaska highway system and erected its first traffic light in 2005. The most recognizable feature of the town is the Homer Spit. It is a narrow gravel bar that extends in the bay and has the longest road into ocean waters in the entire world. Notable residents include Christian worship musicianLincoln Brewster, Motel 6 spokesman Tom Bodett, and Jean Keene, the "Eagle Lady of Homer." Keene fed bald eagles on Homer Spit for decades. We hope you enjoy our exploration of this wonderful little town.

Vaccine shipment touches down in Anchorage; COVID-19 outbreak in Mat-Su prison; and Jet Skis approved in Kachemak Bay.

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Have you ever loved a place enough to spend your life writing about it and the people who live there? That's Charles Wohlforth's relationship with Alaska and the outdoors. His trademark, he said, was learning about the outdoors and the outdoor sports and people he was covering as he covered them. He also wrote extensively about global warming. And although he now lives in outside Alaska, his passion for the arctic remains. Join us for this fascinating interview! Mentioned in the show: Kachemak Bay, Alaska Alaska Global warming Outdoor Explorer The Whale and the Supercomputer Everglades, Florida Arctic Alaska for Dummies Family Vacations in the National Parks Frommer's Alaska Kenai Fjords National Park Denali National Park Kenai Peninsula Seward, Alaska Homer, Alaska Whittier, Alaska Favorite gear:  The bike is REI's CTY 2.2 (modified by Charles with a higher stem) Charles notes: “It has Ortlieb Classic panniers, which carry a huge load.” Photo credit: Erik Hill  Affiliate links included above. ----- Register for our newsletter for a chance to win a free Humans Outside decal: https://humansoutside.com/contact-us/ Don’t forget to follow @HumansOutside on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/humansoutside/ Share your own outdoor life with the hashtag #humansoutside365. Connect with us on Facebook: https://humansoutside.com/ How are you spending your outdoor time? Leave us a message and we might feature you on our weekly Outdoor Diary episode. Call ‪(360) 362-5317‬.

Whew! It is one CRAZY summer up here in AK! Record Temperatures, burn bans and wildfire smoke in Kachemak Bay! You know how when you are drinking with your best friends and the conversation inevitably turns to poop stories? This is that. With so. Many. Laughs. And also a Dolly Parton story for when the picture needs more than a thousand words of explaining!

This week we caught up with owner and founder of The Guest House, Seth O’Donovan. The Guest House is rooted in Southwest Colorado and curates hospitality-forward experiences that connect people to agriculture, fine dining and immersive lodging experiences, while also partnering with other communities that carry a depth of cultural heritage and an emphasis on land stewardship. The Guest House will be holding their next adventure in the remote area of Hesketh Island in Kachemak Bay, Alaska, from mid-August to mid-October of this year, where a team of ruggedly-refined hospitality professionals will be hosting groups of alternating groups of twelve guests over the 7 weeks.

Curt has a degree in Biology from Purdue University and has resided in Homer for the past two decades. He now serves the Kachemak Bay area and guides people with his impressive 32 ft. multi-purpose water taxi. Tune in as this engaging conversation covers everything from changes that he’s observed in the local environment, to outdoor recreation for the region, commercial fishing, and best of all, wildlife viewing opportunities!

Join Jeff Lockwood and chef/owner of Fresh Catch Cafe Harrison McHenry for a talk about oysters, both the raw and the cooked. Weatherly Bates tells us how oysters are farmed in Kachemak Bay, and Skip Clary and Andy Kita discuss Murphy's Irish Stout, a classic with oysters. Recorded at Station Twelve and at the studios of KBBI AM 890 in Homer, Alaska on 11/15/18.

Throughout her former job as the director of the Center for Alaska Coastal Studies, Marilyn Sigman, saw how climate change was affecting the state. However, instead of researching how climate change might develop in the future, she decided to look to the past, specifically at how Kachemak Bay’s climate has changed over time and how people have adapted. In her newly released book Entangled, published by University of Alaska Press, Marilyn Sigman contemplates the patterns of people staying and leaving, nesting her own journey to Kachemak Bay within diasporas of her Jewish ancestors and of ancient peoples from Asia to the southern coast of Alaska. Along the way, Entangled weaves in scientific facts about the region as well as stories told by Alaska’s indigenous peoples. And explored is the ecology of desire.

Alison guides kayak and paddleboard trips in Kachemak Bay and around Yukon Island. And she is a story-teller! Find out how she founded True North Adventures 26 seasons ago, how a Vermont debutante got to Alaska in the first place, plus some of her gripping tales of Orcas, plane crashes, and living "off the road". During the winter she is a nordic ski coach, which we also talk about.  A podcast about exceptional female athletes and women in sports. There are a lot of us out there. Find us, see us, hear us.

Show Notes for Homer, Alaska Podcast   ·         Homer is a small town, population 5,310, at the tip of the Kenai peninsula. ·         Homer spit juts out into Kachemak Bay and provides a view of the Kenai Range of mountains across the bay. ·         Kachemak Bay is a “40-mile long arm of Cook Inlet” per Wikipedia.  It is home to a large number of migratory birds especially in May as well as its endemic population.  Birds that can be photographed include: puffins, Bald eagles, Surf birds, Pelagic cormorants, kittiwakes, murres, Harlequin ducks and various gulls in addition to migratory species.  Marine mammals include Harbor seals, Sea otters, whales of many different species. ·         There are two Bald eagle nests in Homer.  The most photogenic is the one across the road from the Post Office on the Sterling Highway. ·         A small number of Sandhill Cranes inhabit the Beluga estuary just off the Sterling Highway near the Islands and Oceans visitors center. ·         Bishop’s Beach has tide pools containing Sea stars and Octopus among other creatures especially during minus tides. ·         Water taxis take you across the bay to hike in Kachemak Bay State Park, Alaska’s first state park home to Grewingk glacier and the Soldovia artist’s colony. ·         https://www.flanaganfotos.com/index.php?option=com_civicrm&view=Events&layout  =register&id=3&task=civicrm/event/register&       reset=1&Itemid=284&lang=en Link to Flanagan Fotos Alaska Workshop June 2017. ·         http://www.seamansadventures.com/ Link to Seaman Ecotour Adventures.

In this episode, we head north to Kachemak Bay, Alaska, for Hydropalooza 2009. No, this isn't a rock concert on the water, and you can't get a T-shirt, but for the people up in Alaska taking part in Hydropalooza this month, it's like a festival--a festival of data collection in the Bay.