Homer Adventures for All Seasons and All
Personalities!
Find Your Field of Interest Alphabetically Below
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Sp = Spring, April 15 - May 30
S = Summer, June 1 - Sept 1 |
F = Fall, September 2 -Oct 30
W = Winter, Oct 30 - April 14 |
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New in 2004,
The Alaska Islands & Oceans Visitor Center.
Alaska Adventure Cabins overlook the
awesome beauty of Kachemak Bay. The new
Alaska Islands and Oceans Visitor Center is
located less than two miles toward the Homer
Spit from our cabins.
Come explore,
experience, & discover the natural treasures
of Alaska's Islands & Ocean!
One Big Ocean: It is one big ocean
that ultimately links all life on earth.
Come learn through an interactive one big
ocean exhibit how important the ocean is to
wildlife and humans.
Seabird Experience Theater:
Immerse your senses in a natural phenomena
that few people ever experience, the sights,
sounds, and smells of life in a remote
seabird colony in the heart of the Alaska
Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, the
largest seabird refuge in the world.
Come see the boats that made life and
work on the Refuge possible.
Where Rivers Meet the Sea:
Discover the uniqueness of the Kachemak Bay
National Estuarine Research Reserve and dive
into the oceanic, nearshore and watershed
research being conducted here. |
Flightseeing trips via helicopter or plane for:
Fly fishing, photography, and hunting unmatched
anywhere. Glide around the top of an active volcano
and land on Harding Ice field glaciers. Bald Mountain Air Service 1-800-478-7969
Emerald Air Service (907) 235-6993
ERA Aviation 1-800-866-8394
Homer Air 1-800-478-8591
Kachemak Bay Flying Service (907) 235-8924
Kenai Fjords Outfitters, Inc. 1-888-536-6066
Maritime Helicopters (907) 235-7771
McKinley scenic flights & glacier landings -
Alaska's #1 rated activity - since 1947.
www.talkeetnaair.com (Top of
Page)
Performing artists from around the world often
grace the newly constructed High School Auditorium.
Contact Homer Counsel of the Arts for performance
schedule at 235-4288. Stroll Pioneer Ave. and the
Homer Spit to discover unique art. Here are some
phone numbers to check out: Bunnell Street Gallery
(907) 235-2662 bunnell@xyz.net (on
Main Street in the old, original part of Homer)
Inua (907) 235-6644
William Henry Gallery (907) 235-3411
homerart@xyz.net
Jars of Clay Pottery (907) 235-8533
clayjars@eagle.ptialaska.net
Picture Alaska (907) 235-2300
The Sea Lion (907) 235-3400
sealion@xyz.net
Art Shop Gallery (907) 235-7076 or 1-800-478-7076 (Top of
Page)
Sounds simple, but it is the first thing the city
dwellers crave to do when they arrive. Homer's
serenity and grander uplifts and rejuvenates our
entire being. Directions: Either head down the hill
and Keep going straight to the end of the Homer
Spit, or, from the cabins take a Right on the
Sterling Highway. Go straight at the Pioneer
intersection. One block past intersection turn Right
on Main Street. One Block down take first Left. This
is the access Road to the beach. Play catch on the
manicured lawn, explore the trail to town and cook
up some barbecue in the firepit under the large
pavilion. Toilet facilities are provided. Guided
beach walks are also available all summer through
the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, (check
at the Visitors Center or call 235-6961). Low tide
is the best time to walk. Use the tide tables on
page 2 of the Homer News or pick up a tide table at
one of the local businesses. In the early days the
homesteaders had to use the beach at low tide,
because there were not any roads. (Top of
Page)
Watch a Bear catch a salmon as it leaps in
mid-air. (See Air tours section) Bay Excursions
(907) 235-7525 bay@xyz.net
Homer Ocean Charters (907) 235-7770
Inlet Charters 1-800-770-6126
The Bookie (907) 235-1581
Tutka Bay Taxi (907) 235-7166
Sea Bear Charters (907) 235-0123 (Top of
Page)
If you come in late July or August don't miss
this. You can take the berries to a fish-packing
store and they will freeze, pack and ship them home
for you. See Tours & Sightseeing section for good
berry areas. (Top of
Page)
Due to the abundance of migratory paths that
intersect here in the spring, the U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Department chose Homer as a monitoring
station. The city also has an Annual Shorebird
Festival, usually held on the second week in May.
Call (907) 235-6961 for information. That same weekend the
annual Wooden Boat Festival is held on the Homer
Spit. Approximately 100,000 seabirds pass through
this area in the first two weeks in May. Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge
Headquarters
Directions: The Visitor's Center is
located at Sterling Highway and Crittenden (3 miles
East of Alaska Adventure Cabins, on the Right.) (Top of
Page)
Savor the flavor of fresh ales from Homer's own
brewery. Call (907) 235-3236. (Top of
Page)
This area is lush, and reminiscent of
southeastern Alaska's rain forest. Unique twisted
rock formations line the beaches. Extensive trail
system across the bay show you the best paths to
alpine terrain and picturesque lakes. Pick up a map
at he local Visitor's Center 3 miles down Sterling
Highway on the Right, past the Pioneer Ave.
intersection. Bay Excursions Water Taxi and
Tours (907) 235-7525
Center for Alaskan Costal Studies (907) 235 6667
Coastal Outfitters (907) 235-8492
Jakolof Ferry Service (907) 235-2376
Mako's Water Taxi (907) 235-9055
Rainbow Tours (907) 235-7272 (Top of
Page)
This is a pristine land preserve of 126 acres
donated by naturalist Carl E. Wynn. Many free
activities are offered to enrich appreciation for
Homer's precious natural treasures. Call:
(907) 235-6667 Directions: Take a Right on Sterling Highway, left
on Pioneer go past blinking red lights (this is
where the road changes names to become East End
Road) Go .5 miles and take left up East Hill Road.
When you reach the top of this hill bear Right at
the only "Y" ) The name of this becomes Skyline
Drive. The sign for Wynn's Nature center is 2.5
miles past this intersection, on the Left. This is one of Alaska's wheelchair accessible
trails. Meadows teeming with wildflowers, spruce
forests, and grassy meadows from the Carl E. Wynn
Nature Center. (Top of
Page)
Ask any cross-country skiers in Alaska where
their favorite trails are…, "Homer!" would be the
unanimous response. The local ski club has 3
established trail systems: Baycrest Trail Directions: (ONLY one mile from
Alaskan Adventure Cabins!) From Alaskan Adventure
Cabins Take Left Sterling Highway Right on Rodgers
Loop look for sign on northeast side of the Rodgers
Loop. Olsen Mountain Trail Directions: Take East Hill Road
and bear Right at "Y" East Hill now becomes Skyline
Drive. After 2.5 miles note the Wynns Nature Center
on the Left (a GREAT place to visit, find restroom
facilities and warm up) and keep going 2.5 miles to
Olsen Mountain Road. Turn left on Olsen Mt. Rd.
Trailhead is ¼ mile on left. Mc Niel Canyon Trail Directions: Pioneer Avenue
changes name at the blinking red light and becomes
East End Rd. Trail access at the McNiel Canyon
School Parking Lot. This is the only elementary
school on the left side, at approx. 15 miles out on
East End Road. Snowshoeing is welcome on the same three trails made
available for cross-country skiing. (Top of
Page)
Breakfast: Start your day with lively conversation
at one of the many eateries and coffeehouses.
The Duncan House on Pioneer Ave. offers fantastic homestyle meals in a Fifties diner atmosphere. To
really blend in with the locals you must have a cup
of espresso at Espresso Express. These coffee
tables
have heard many a solution to all the world
problems. Do you notice a scent of coffee in the air
as you walk through town? Homer has it's own coffee
roastery located at Captain's Coffee behind
Wild
Berry Products on Pioneer Ave. Lunch and Dinner: Check the local phone book or ask
friendly local will inform you of many marvelous
establishments. Instead of getting a limousine to go
to dinner, try cruising across the breathtaking Kachemak Bay. As a teenager would put it, "This is
way cool!" There are two restaurant staffed by
gourmet chefs, Otter Beach Resort and Halibut Cove
Resort. If you want to make a full day of it, go
early in the day and do some kayaking and hiking
between your fabulous meals. (Top of
Page)
Tours ranging from ½ hour to up to 4 nights. Call
Outback Kachemak Dog Sled Tours @ (907) 235-4910 The
exuberant dogs that seem to run their hearts out for
you are actually ones being trained for the famous
Iditarod 2003 race. The start of this incredible
race and the Fur Rendezvous (both in Anchorage) are
other winter events you don't want to miss while in
Alaska. (Click here to see a Virtual Tour of race
start up)
Godwin Glacier Dog Sled Tours - Glacier
Dog sledding tours in Seward Alaska (Top of
Page)
Pick up a "Homer News" and a "Homer Tribune" at a
newsstand (In front of the grocery stores). There
you will find a section on the back page of the
"Homer News announcing "Homer's Best Bets" for
entertainment . A weekly calendar of events is in
"The Homer Tribune" under the section "Dateline
Kachemak Bay." These also include entertainment
schedules for the local night clubs. (Top of
Page)
The ultimate Homer Alaska experience. You'll
never forget the taste from barbequing some of your
very own fresh catch here on your Alaska Adventure
Cabin's deck. Homer's Halibut get so big that they
are affectionately called "Barn Doors". Charter Boat
captains offer their years of experience to make
your trip successful and fun. The Anchor River (just
18 miles away) is teeming with Dolly Varden,
Steelhead, and several varieties of salmon. Stop by
the Homer Chamber of Commerce if you are interested
in entering the Homer Jackpot Halibut Derby. There
are many processing plants that will freeze, pack
and ship your fish and wild berries home. We
recommend
Magic Waters Charters and
Silver Fox
Charters, (907) 235-8792 (Top of
Page)
Homer is pleased to have access to two fitness
centers: Curves (907) 235-6539
The Bay Club (907)
235-2582
Offering: Sauna, Pool, Racquetball, Weight
room, Classes, Wall Climbing and Racquetball. (Top of
Page)
Trails End Horse Adventures offer half-day rides
and pack trips. (907)235-6393 (Top of
Page)
Some of the moose around the Kenai Peninsula have
been candidates for the Boone and Crockett Club.
Check Alaska Fish and Game regulations found on the
internet or at local sporting goods stores. Office
location in Homer is Ocean Drive on the right side
just past Owen Marine. (Top of
Page)
Homer Winter Carnival highlight is the race on
Beluga Lake using modified cars. (Top of
Page)
Homer Hockey Hotline has a daily report on ice
conditions and schedules for the public rink:
(907) 235-8423
Note: Soon to come is a first class indoor
rink. Locations: Maintained outdoor rink located
behind the school on the left-hand side, opposite
the Visitor's center (down Sterling Highway 2
miles). When there is a lapse in snowfall it's a
delight to skate on Beluga or Lampert Lake.
In the park beside Mc Donald's on Lake
street there is a boardwalk and a pavilion with a firepit to access public skating. (Top of
Page)
Feel safe and secure due to competent naturalists
who guide you through the calm waters.
Homer Ocean Charters 1-800-426-6212
Seaside Adventures (907) 235-6672 (Top of
Page)
Call for appointment:
Acupuncture & Massage Therapy (907) 235-2109.
Essential Massage (907) 235-7854.
Hands on Massage Therapy (907) 235-5254.
Structural Integration (907) 235-4393 or
(907) 235-7601. (Top of
Page)
Pratt Museum. Filled with natural wonders and
historical treasures no visit to Homer is complete
without this. In the summer you will find a
wonderful botanical garden featuring the native
flora. If you have children be sure to go to the
museum when they are feeding the octopus. They'll
love it! Directions: From Alaska Adventure Cabins,
Go Rt. on Sterling Hwy to Pioneer Ave.and take a
left. Go uphill to first Right, Bartlett St. It is
the first building on the Left. Call: (907)
235-8635 The
Dateline Section of The Homer Tribune has a schedule
of the events and displays offered at the museum. (Top of
Page)
Oh, what fun it is to ride in a 130 horse open
sleigh! (Top of
Page)
The truly hearty may take a dip in the
heart-stopping waters of Kachemak Bay. For the rest
of us there is an Indoor Olympic Pool located at the
High School (907) 235-7416, and an Indoor Fitness Pool at
The Bay Club (907) 235-2582. Classes are offered daily in aquasize. (Top of
Page)
Live performances delight audiences each summer
on the Homer Spit. Call (907) 235-7333 for schedule of
show times. See "Arts " Category for performances
provided by the Homer Counsel on the Arts. Homer
Family Theatre provides the latest in movies with
newly added Dolby Sound. Call: (907) 235-6728 (Top of
Page)
All roads in Homer lead to a feast for the
senses. Discover why the original settlers fell in
love with Seldovia and it's lush harbor. As you walk
through town you literally feel like you have
stepped back in time. Visit the Native Association
Building in August to receive a permit for berry
picking. Perhaps you will want to have a processor
freeze, pack and ship them home for some delicious Kachemak Bay souvenirs. Smokey Bay Air
(907)
235-1511
Rainbow Tours (907) 235-7272
Seldovia Tours 1-800-478-7847
Alaska State Ferry 1-800-9229 (Top of
Page)
Homer has been a favorite spot for this sport for
twenty years. Now a service offering training and
equipment rental is available. Midnight Sun
UltraLight Flights (907) 399-4253 (Top of
Page)
Barb's Video (907) 235-7454
Point West Video (907) 235-5308. (Top of
Page)
Alaskan Travel Guide
Kenai Fjords Tours
Prince William Sound Cruises
Musk Ox Farm
Iditarod Official Site
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