Afognak Island Travel Packing List and Smart Travel Tips
A map of Afognak Island seen while constructing a travel packing list for an Alaskan adventure. You may have heard various vagabonds tell you the most important thing about traveling in Alaska is to have plenty of layers. While we certainly won’t argue with that notion, there is much more to consider for your travel […]
The Best Cameras for Nature Photography
A lone adventurer enjoys engaging in some nature photography in Alaska. Choosing a camera for nature photography seems relatively easy on the surface. Still, there is a rather wide range of cameras and features that can fulfill your needs, including mirrorless systems with a few advantages over DLSRs. While many photographers will tell you that […]
Best Practices for Viewing the Alaskan Wildlife
Wrestling bears are a prime example of the immaculate Alaskan wildlife. While fishing is undoubtedly a big draw for our guests, one of the most precious amenities offered by Afognak Island is the abundance of Alaskan wildlife that share their land and water with us. Summer months are also an excellent time for wildlife viewing […]
Hiking in Alaska at Afognak Island State Park
Person hiking through forest. Hiking in Alaska is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the unscathed pristine beauty offered by this magnificent state. Just north of Kodiak Island, Afognak Island has approximately 75,000 acres of protected wilderness that makes the perfect destination for any Alaskan vacation. Located in a very remote area, […]
4 Alaskan Salmon Recipes from Afognak Wilderness Lodge
Cooking salmon preparation. At this point, many people would say the words salmon and fishing in Alaska go hand in hand. For decades, eager anglers have descended on the Kodiak Island area for a shot at snagging their biggest catch yet. The feat of reeling and landing one of Alaska’s coveted Pacific salmon species brings […]
Alaska Fishing Charters with Afognak Wilderness Lodge
The fishing near Kodiak Island is some of the best in Alaska, if not the world. Every year, thousands of anglers from abroad descend upon this legendary archipelago to experience the thrill and adventure of Alaska fishing vacations. Every serious fisherman and woman should strive to find themselves fishing in Alaska, but with that comes […]
A Kodiak Islands Vacation at Afognak Wilderness Lodge
Family of bears. Imagine, you’ve just pulled your luggage from the floatplane. Preoccupied with making sure you have everything, you don’t immediately notice the misty mountain forest that surrounds you. Your family is slow to make their way out of the aircraft, but as they step outside, their faces begin to glow and you are […]
Tips for Wildlife Photography in Alaska
Evergreens on Afognak Island lend themselves to the perfect setting for wildlife photography in Alaska. Arguably, two of the main reasons people come to Alaska are scenic landscapes and abundant wildlife. As the air warms and the ground begins to thaw, numerous species will exit from their dens or return from their vacation homes to […]
The Ultimate Alaskan Wilderness Experience
Alaskan wilderness If you’re a fan of the great outdoors, look no further than a vacation to the Kodiak Islands. Located off the southwest coast of Alaska, the Kodiak Islands are a stunning natural reprieve from everyday life. Surround yourself with the lush, towering forests and breathe in the crisp, clean air. Among the islands, […]
Authentically Beautiful Alaska Fishing Lodges
Alaska fishing is world-famous for a reason—more than one, actually. Alaska is gorgeous, the fish are plentiful, and there are a wide variety of fishing styles to try. You can fish from the banks of a lake or hit the ocean for the excitement of saltwater fishing. Our island give you access to some of […]
