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Kenai BirdingWith close to 500 species in 64 families and 20 orders, Birding in Alaska is on many Birders to-do lists. With over 20 rare species like the Artic Loon, Short Tailed Albatross, Swainson’s Hawk and Black Headed Gull, its no wonder that the Kenai area holds a Birding Festival every May with the next event slated for May 17 - 20, 2012
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From Anchorage to Kenai and Homer-Birding Galore
The drive from Anchorage to Kenai is full of special species of the north. The Chugach is home to the Boreal Chickadee and the Bohemian Waxwing. When arriving in Kenai, the heart of the Peninsula, its coastal and riverside areas offer unique birding experiences. The annual shorebird festival in Homer spotlights shorebirds as they migrate north. The largest Maritime Wildlife Refuge in the United States is also in Homer
Birding Opportunities Abound
Throughout the summer, areas of great birding include the Kenai Wildlife Refuge, Bridge Access Road near the mouth of the Kenai River, Homer, Katchemak Bay, Seward, Cook Inlet, Resurrection Bay, Gull Island, and the Barren Islands to name a few. Amateur and professional, full or part time Birders have tremendous access.
Alaska Birders Welcome
Alaska Hooksetters encourages Birders of any level and even guests who have never watched birds to try this exciting and growing activity. We can set up boat excursions and cruises to some of the islands, provide directions to the aforementioned areas, and even arrange fly-ins to remote areas.
Alaska Hooksetters realizes there is more to the Kenai Peninsula than just fishing so why not make other activities part of your adventure so you can truly experience Alaska.
Alaska Hooksetters realizes there is more to the Kenai Peninsula than just fishing so why not make other activities part of your adventure so you can truly experience Alaska.
Special Lodging Package for Kenai Birding Festival 2012
The Kenai Birding Festival is May 17 - 20, 2012 and we're here to accommodate you with a discount stay at our Kenai lodge and cabins plus a whole lot more. Check out our Kenai birding vacation package . . .
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Key Facts & Trivia: Alaska's official state bird is the pheasant-like willow ptarmigan. With amazingly evolved adaptive features, the willow ptarmigan changes its color from light brown in summer to snow white in winter.
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To provide an Alaska Vacation Lodging venue that enables our guests to build unforgettable memories with family and friends. Our lodge staff and contractors pledge to provide an Alaskan vacation experience that exceeds the expectations of our guests through a variety of exceptional packages including events, experiences, and service.