At Alderwood Retreat, there's something for everyone. You can try a little bit of everything or a whole lot of nothing...Just let us know what you're interested in. We want your visit to be the trip of a lifetime so if there is something you'd like to do that you don't see listed here, just ask.


Family fun:

Alderwood Retreat is an ideal place for your family to have an Alaskan adventure. We can do something different every day: beachcombing, hiking, kayaking, marine eco-tours, arts-n-crafts, and much more. There are such a variety of activities to choose from that we can please every member of the family, even the family pet!

Marine Tours:

The bays and passes surrounding Alderwood are home to sea otter, porpoise, whales and an occasional harbor seal. At various times, five different species of whales migrate past our cabin windows or feed in the bay that is our front yard. A Kittiwake and Puffin rookery is only minutes away by kayak.

Diving:

The diving in Alaska is reputed to be some of the best in the whole world... The cold water inhibits the growth of algae, so visibility is often some of the best you'll ever experience.

Beachcombing:

The coastline of Kodiak Island is exposed to the Pacific Ocean, the Shelikof Straits, and to ocean currents that originate in Japan. Many treasures and strange creatures may be found while exploring these stretches of black slate or granite covered beaches.

Kayaking:

Kayaking is an activity enjoyed by guests of all ages and fitness levels. Our super-stable recreational kayaks will make you feel right at home within minutes. Then we can paddle to a nearby Kittiwake & Puffin rookery, or pull in on a nearby beach for a picnic lunch.

Birdwatching:

There are many feathered residents in our neighborhood: Bald Eagles, Black-Capped Chickadees, Winter Wrens, Golden Crowned Sparrows, Pine Grosbeaks, the Common Snipe, Pectoral Sandpipers, and more. You are also likely to see Black Oystercatchers, Pelagic Cormorants, Tufted Puffins, Kittiwakes, Glaucous-Winged & Herring Gulls, Red-Necked Phalaropes, the Belted Kingfisher, Common Loon, and other sea birds like Red-Breasted Mergansers or Harlequin Duck, depending on the time of year.

Photography:

Kodiak Island has an annual rainfall of +/- 70 inches. Combining that with nearly twenty hours of daylight during our long summer days contributes to the growth of lush vegetation at every turn; hence, the nickname: "the Emerald Isle."

Air-N-Bear Tours:

The photos of a lifetime may be taken during the flightseeing tours and bear viewing trips offered by local air charter services. Walking amongst Kodiak brown bear as they are fishing for salmon is something you'll never forget!These trips are easily combined with your transport out to the lodge.

Hiking:

There are a limited number of hiking trails available, ranging from old roads to animal paths, for those who want to get some exercise in the great outdoors.

Fishing:

World-class fishing may still be found in the pristine waters around Kodiak Island. Anglers can ply the waters of the mighty Pacific for Halibut, King Salmon, or Coho with spinning gear provided by the lodge. Fly fishermen may opt to take a class from an instructor &/or take a guided or un-guided fly-out fishing trip to a local stream to catch Rainbow Trout or Dolly Varden.

We're always open to new ideas, so don't hesitate to send us your suggestions about what we might add to make your trip the adventure vacation you've always dreamed of!