Afognak Wilderness Lodge

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Outstanding fishing, up close wildlife viewing/photography. Kayaks, sauna, floatplane access, superb cuisine.</div> <bR> <div> Dear Adventurous Vacationer,</div> <div> If you would please provide your mailing address, we’ll send you our literature.</div> <bR> <div> Meanwhile, feel free to view our website at: <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Comic Sans MS" ><A HREF="http://www.afognaklodge.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.afognaklodge.com">www.afognaklodge.com</A></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>Open from May 20 through September 30</B></div> <div> Should you have any questions, we’ll be here.</div> <div> Kind regards, <I>Shannon Randall</I></div> <div> <B>Afognak Wilderness Lodge,</B></div> <div> 7 Happy Lane,</div> <div> Seal Bay, Alaska 99697.</div> <div> 907-486-6442 / <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >(800) 478-6442</FONT></div> <div> <B>Island Adventure</B></div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="1" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="627" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="VOID" RULES="NONE" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 140 WIDTH="216"><div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A unique remote Alaska eco tour </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Wildlife Viewing </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Wildlife Photography </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Kodiak Bear Viewing </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Kayaking the Alaska coast </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Alaska Whale Watching </div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=CENTER><NOBR><div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Fully-equipped fishing lodge </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Saltwater or freshwater fishing </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Fish for Alaskan trout or Dolly Varden </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Fishing for wild Alaska salmon </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Kodiak Island halibut fishing </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Remote Alaska fly fishing </div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div> Visit Afognak Wildnerness Lodge - Alaska's premier vacation lodge. Within the Kodiak Islands, Afognak Island is "tops" for anyone seeking Alaska's finest combination destination. With both fresh and saltwater fishing PLUS a variety and abundance of wildlife PLUS some of the classiest accommodations, this has been a prized retreat since 1974 for photographers (professional and amateur), sport-fishermen and adventurous vacationers.</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div> <B>Facilities</B></div> <div>           Our lodge consists of a main log lodge plus 3 log guest cabins of about 1,000 square feet each, plus other out-buildings.  The majority of the labor has been done by the Randall family, since 1970, which includes falling/limbing/towing the 18"-24" diameter logs from the surrounding virgin Spruce forest to the construction sights and building the husky buildings, using time-proven log building techniques.</div> <bR> <div>           The main lodge is where hearty family-style meals are served at a large oval cedar table, using both local fish & game plus more conventional entrees, home-baked breads/pies/cakes/cookies with lots of fresh fruits & vegetables.  Guests are welcome to relax before & after meals in our comfortable living room where there's a VCR, fireplace and a satellite-TV which allows folks to "tune into planet Earth from Paradise".  Also,   there is an office equipped with phone, fax, computer & e-mail which guests are welcome to use.</div> <bR> <div>           Each of the three guest cabins have 2 bedrooms, a spacious living room, a modern bathroom with electricity throughout. Cabins are elegantly rustic, comfy and cozy.   Each bedroom has a queen & a twin size bed, frilly curtains, wall-to-wall carpeting, flannel sheets and down comforters.  Each living room has several swivel rockers, a day-bed (twin-size), carpeting, a high-tech heater & tasteful appointments.  One living-room has a full-size mounted 9'8" Kodiak Brown Bear which many guests like to have their photos taken with.  Another cabin has a bear-skin rug. </div> <bR> <div> The nicely decorated bathrooms each have a glass shower, instant hot-water, flush toilet and a nice sink/vanity.     </div> <div>      </div> <div>           All buildings are nestled into a beautiful pristine Spruce forest, on the edge of a saltwater cove. Great views are available from every window.  Floatplanes land in an adjacent channel, protected by several small islands and pull up to our floating dock.  It is truly a very choice location that Roy Randall first selected during the spring of 1964…shortly after the famous Alaskan Earthquake and Tidal Wave.  As one guest stated:  "There really is an enchanted forest!"</div> <bR> <div>           This entire island was originally the Chugach National Forest, as established by Teddy Roosevelt in the early 1900's.  However, it was made part of the new Afognak Island State Park in February of 2001 to protect its' unique combination of lush forest, filled with abundant and varied fish & wildlife, from being logged.</div> <bR> <div>           We have 3 cabin-cruisers and some skiffs, operated by your USCG licensed guides, who are each wise stewards of this environment.  For guest use, we have a sauna and kayaks.</div> <bR> <div> Afognak  Wilderness  Lodge</div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> SUMMARY  OF  AVAILABLE  FISH  &  WILDLIFE</div> <div> <I>Numerous international filming crews have captured-on-film the wide </I></div> <div> <I>variety & abundance of fish & wildlife available in our corner-of-paradise.</I></div> <div> <B>SEA  MAMMALS</B></div> <div>      SEA-LIONS - Within a ½ -hour boat trip from the lodge, there's an island with several hundred sea-lion that put on quite a good show, both on their island and in the water, surrounding our boats.  It is pretty thrilling as they roar their hearts out… </div> <div>       be sure you have plenty of film so you can share your memories when you return home.</div> <div>      SEAL - Our Seal Bay is not given its' name without reason.  The females herd up in May & June to give birth & tend to </div> <div>  their  pups.  While the Salmon are running, it's not unusual to find Seal in the shallow waters chasing down their next meal.</div> <div>      SEA-OTTER -  Until 1911, the Russians heavily hunted these friendly mammals that are considered to have the most</div> <div>       valuable pelts in the world.  Their population has nicely recovered from near extinction to multiple thousands and, from our</div> <div>       dining room & your guest cabin, some of them are in full view as they crack clam-shells open with a rock on their chests.</div> <div>      VARIOUS  WHALES -   Killer Whales ["King of the Sea"],  Grey Whales, Humpbacks, Finbacks, Minke all migrate </div> <div>       through here & put on quite a  show…with 4-30 whales in a pod…which can be seen while out enjoying everything else.</div> <div>      PORPOISES -  These are equally as friendly as the Sea Otters and can be seen traveling  in groups of  6-12.  Racing</div> <div>      alongside or diving criss-cross underneath our boats, is one of the more familiar ways they are seen.</div> <bR> <div> <B>LAND  MAMMALS</B></div> <div>      BIG  GAME  - KODIAK BROWN BEAR, the world's largest bear, can be seen both on the multitude of saltwater  </div> <div>       beaches & along salmon-creeks, in a completely natural environment.</div> <div>                                ROOSEVELT  ELK have their only Alaskan home right here on our Afognak Island.  Until early June, </div> <div>       they are down low but, as the Summer progresses, you've got to do some uphill hiking to get an eyeful.  Herds number about </div> <div>       about 40-100 animals.</div> <div>                 SITKA  BLACKTAIL  DEER are plentiful and can be seen scattered throughout our lush forest, grassy   </div> <div>  hillsides and along the beaches while getting their quota of natural salt-licks.</div> <div> SMALL GAME - For extra interest & amusement, Nature has provided Land (River) Otter, Beaver, Fox, Marten and Ermine (Weasel).</div> <bR> <div> <B>BIRDS</B></div> <div> ONSHORE  BIRDS - Bald Eagles, Hawks, Magpies, Crows, Ravens, Snipes, Oyster Catchers, Varied Thrushes, Woodpeckers, Kingfishers & Water Ouzels are the kinds commonly seen although there are still many left unmentioned.</div> <div> SEA BIRDS -  The more abundant varieties are the Tufted & Horned Puffins (also known as Sea-Parrots), Cormorants, Auklets, Murres, Loons, Petrels, Shearwaters and various Sea Gulls, Terns & Ducks.</div> <bR> <div> <B>FRESH  WATER  FISHING</B></div> <div> You would be hard-pressed to find a place where the fishing is better than it is here.  At our fishing spots, both along the stream banks & at the  estuaries, the Salmon abound by the thousands and you do not have to compete to find your own friendly nooks. </div> <div>      SALMON - Nearby, we have three of the five species (Reds, Pinks & Silvers).  The Reds [Sockeyes] run from late May </div> <div> through to late-July; Pinks [Humpbacks] run from early-July throughout August;  Silvers [Coho] run from late-July through early October.  </div> <div>      TROUT - Rainbow, Steelhead and Dolly Varden are the varieties available in our gorgeous nearby streams.</div> <bR> <div> <B>SALT  WATER  FISHING</B></div> <div>      We have an advantage over inland locations by also having the N. Pacific's bounty of seafood, ranging from bottom-</div> <div>      fish to shell-fish, which also makes for first-class dining while with us.  These fish are constant throughout the Summer.</div> <div>      HALIBUT -  We have both deep-sea  fishing poles & skate-type gear [long line with multiple hooks, anchored on </div> <div>      the ocean floor] for you if you would like to help in pulling in the catch.  Both methods are a lot of fun…and productive. </div> <div>      OTHERS  - Ling-Cod, Sea-Bass, Flounder, Greenling, Red Snapper are abundant as well as the crustaceans: </div> <div>      Mussels,  Cockles & Clams.</div> <bR> <div> <I>OTHER  ACTIVITIES</I></div> <div>      Outside of viewing wildlife & getting your fill of fishing, you can go hiking through this "enchanted forest" or along beaches </div> <div>      you'll have to yourself, go octopus-hunting, visit archeological sites OR just dig your bare feet into some long sandy beaches</div> <div>      & relax in the sun.   Each are enjoyed without the bother of any other people except that handful who are at our lodge.</div> <div> Afognak  Wilderness  Lodge</div> <div> Seal Bay,  Alaska  99697</div> <div> Radio-phone: [907] 486-6442;  e-mail: afognak@starband.net</div> <bR> <div>      Adjacent to world-famous Kodiak Island, Afognak Island is "tops" for anyone seeking Alaska's finest combination destination.  With both fresh & saltwater fishing PLUS a variety & abundance of wildlife PLUS some of the classiest accommodations, this has been a prized retreat since 1974 for photographers {professional & amateur}, sport-fishermen and adventurous vacationers.</div> <bR> <div>      It is a scenic 25-minute floatplane flight from Kodiak or 50-minutes from Homer.  In the multitude of spruce-forested fjords, this fantastic log wilderness lodge was built and has been operated by the pioneering Randall family and provides contemporary getaway comfort.  It is ideal for parties with a diversity of interests so each person has something that really thrills them…then compare experiences at supper.</div> <bR> <div>      Along the majestic shores of the Gulf of Alaska, streams and their estuaries are tucked into cozy nooks that only a handful of people get to enjoy at the same time.  Sockeye, Pink and Silver Salmon as well as Rainbow, Steelhead & Dolly Varden Trout call these streams home.  </div> <bR> <div> Offshore, there's a myriad of saltwater species waiting to saturate your fishing urge with the giant Halibut, right down to the delicate Flounder.  All the spinning and deep-sea fishing equipment plus fly-fishing lures are available at the lodge for those who don't have favorites of their own.  At low tide, you can dig clams, harvest mussels, pursue an octopus or just investigate the interesting inter-tidal zone.  {A guest freezer and waxed airline boxes are available for those who want to take all or part of their catch home.}</div> <bR> <div>      Multiple boats & guides provide yet another choice…outstanding almost-mosquitoless wildlife viewing, ranging from the popular Kodiak Brown Bear, assorted sea-mammals, soaring Bald Eagles to the comical Puffins.  Guests have often included international filming crews who capture the unique combination of wildlife that this area offers. </div> <bR> <div> Some veteran travelers consider Denali Park to be their best time-investment for interior wildlife and Afognak Island's north end as their best time-investment for marine wildlife, due to the variety & abundance available.  The new Afognak Island State Park has been established to preserve this delightful combination in its'  stunningly beautiful "enchanted" forest & fjord setting.</div> <bR> <div>      Spacious log guest cabins are elegantly rustic & cozy, nestled where the edge of the virgin Spruce forest meets with tranquil waters of a protected cove.  Each cabin has two bedrooms, an ample living room and a modern bathroom with hot, running water & constant electricity…plenty of creature comforts.  Hearty local cuisine is served family-style in the main lodge plus a dandy packed-lunch is prepared for an uninterrupted day with Mother Nature.  Boats include fast, comfortable cabin-cruisers.  It is ideal for those who want a casual yet active & adventurous day in the freedom of wilderness & sea.</div> <bR> <div>      Afognak Wilderness Lodge is an incredible experience in a totally remote atmosphere where you can play hard, eat big & sleep deep.  It accommodates 15 guests and international references are readily provided. Its wholesomeness is popular with singles, couples, families and business groups alike, with many repeat & referred guests throughout the decades.  The best way of describing your visit is to simply say, "You'll want to return."</div> <bR> <div>      Lodge fees include first class accommodations, all meals, guided boat travel for fishing, wildlife viewing/photography, beachcombing and hiking.  Bush-flights are not included due to various points of entry {Kodiak, Homer, Katmai, Anchorage, etc.} but these arrangements are made for you with the best available air-taxis and in conjunction with any other guests traveling at the same time, to reduce your costs.  A twice-weekly mailplane is also available to passengers at a very reasonable rate, out of Kodiak.  Fishing licenses are available separately through the lodge.  Limited complimentary wine and beer are available at meals but feel free to bring your own.</div> <bR> <div>      Open May 15th - September  30th.  Any day arrivals/departures, pending availability.  No minimum stay.</div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="581" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" BGCOLOR=#99FFCC > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 179 WIDTH="575"><div> <IMG SRC="3409f620.jpg" border=0 width="159" height="98" ALT="alaska bay" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <IMG SRC="338460e0.gif" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> Kodiak Chamber of Commerce Phone: 907-486-5557<I> </I><FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.kodiak.org" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.kodiak.org">http://www.kodiak.org</A></FONT></div> <div> Kodiak Island Convention & Visitors Bureau 100 Marine Way 99615</div> <div> <I>Transportation to Kodiak</I></div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <div> <B>A Public Service of:</B></div> <div> <A HREF="http://www.AdamsChocolate.com/" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.AdamsChocolate.com/">AdamsChocolate.com</A>    Custom Novelty Chocolates for the Hospitality Industry</div> <div> <A HREF="http://www.RadioZX.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.RadioZX.com">RadioZX.com</A>   Internet Radio an Alaska Broadcaster</div> <div> Web Site by AST2.com     <A HREF="web_site_services.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Web Site Services">Low Cost Small Business Web Sites</A>     <A HREF="http://www.wifi.ast2.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.wifi.ast2.com">WiFi Services</A></div> <div> Copyright © 1996 to date, AST2.com LLC all Rights Reserved</div> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>