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About this trip
Reading and writing and seafood, OH MY!
Calling all ocean loving, book reading and writing, end-of-the-road outdoorsy types! Come connect with like-minded people from around the world while learning from and making memories with Jedidah Jenkins in a serene maritime setting.
This 6-day/5-night gathering will be a chance to hike, kayak, and write, with Jed. It’s more adventure and nature-basking than writing retreat, but we’ll do some writing exercises to help translate the beauty into words.
This writing and adventure retreat takes place in Cordova, the tiny, "no road" community the Copper River fishing fleet calls home. The oceanfront Orca Adventure Lodge is our base for a fully immersive experience in an Alaskan bush town on spectacular Prince William Sound.
With almost 24 hours of daylight each day, there will be time for everything: hiking in a still-wild place, kayaking in glacial pools, boating for wildlife viewing or fishing, immersing yourself in salmon culture, and enjoying great meals overlooking the ocean with new friends.
What’s included
- 5 Nights LodgingSimple, comfortable, cozy rooms (each with private bath) on the ocean and off the beaten path. Our lodge, in a town not accessible by car, epitomizes "the end of the road".
- All MealsMeals onsite (in a private, historic, cannery cookhouse) and outdoors (picnics and barbecues at adventure locales) prepared by Chef George Fecter & Co.
- All Ground TransportPick up from the Cordova (CDV) airport, transportation to & from all outings, and return to CDV airport in comfortable, spacious passenger vans.
- A Trail OutingLet's take a hike together. We'll explore the Copper River Delta, which drains one of the most vast (25,000 square miles) and pristine watersheds in the world.
- Glacier KayakingPaddle two-person kayaks in and around magnificent turquoise ice features through pristine glacial pools.
- Fishing - and Catching!Guided boat & river fishing for salmon, halibut, cod, and rock fish (you'll bring up to 50 pounds home; packed to make the journey back). Start perfecting your taco game!
- Wildlife Tour via BoatIf you prefer not to fish, you'll head out on a wildlife viewing adventure via boat, focusing on the remote bays of Prince William Sound.
- AK Seafood 101A conversation on seafood sustainability. Enjoy our expertly prepared fresh salmon and - meet our favorite 5th generation Native Alaskan fishing family who brings Copper River salmon to market.
- The Best Bar in TownAn oyster bar, that is! It's time to shuck & suck delicious local oysters on tap, pulled straight from the sea for us (and served with all the accouterments).
- Ecology OverviewA private, interactive, educational session on the ecology and oceanography of the area known as the "world's richest waters".
- Historical PresentationYou'll take a journey through time with the history of this unique, remote, fishing village's past, present, and future.
- Gift BagA place-based gift bag for each guest featuring unique and handmade local gifts.
- Down Time on the WaterUnlimited kayaking and fishing on site. Or just relax in the wood-fired sauna overlooking the sound, watch the salmon jumping from shore, or kick back around the campfire, steps from your room.
- Pre-Trip Meet & GreetA video meeting with all other guests prior to trip departure. We'll visit and answer packing and trip questions.
- Great Payment PlanDeposit + 3 equal payments (interest free) due on March 15, April 15, and May 15. Registered guests can CROWD FUND their trips, using a secure link to raise funds for their travel.
- Nearly 24/7 DaylightWe're not responsible for this, but it is happening and included, and you've got to see it to believe it~ #summerinalaska #bringaneyemaskforqualityzzz
What’s not included
- AirfareAirfare into & out of Cordova, AK, on its *ONCE DAILY* jet. Arrive 6/10/24 Alaska Airlines Flight 66; depart 6/15/24 Flight 61. Book. The. Flight. NOW please :) Jed's party is filling up the plane!
- Fishing LicensesFishing licenses ($15-$45 per person, depending on type and length of fishing time).
- The Whale's TaleDelicious espresso, tea, and housemade chowder and soups at the lodge owner's onsite coffee shop.
- SouvenirsMementos you discover in this hamlet by the sea.
- AlcoholGuests are welcome to purchase drinks in town and BYOB at the lodge, storing their items in the dining hall. We'll also visit the town's mini-mighty-micro brewery.
- Trip ProtectionTrip protection via insurance and a separate membership to LifeMed Alaska are recommended. Please speak with an independent agent to explore the best coverage for you, your stuff, and your trip.
Available Packages
A two-room suite with four beds for four people.
Price is per person and we'll gladly match you with a roommate if traveling solo.
A room with 3 queen and/or full size beds for three people total.
Price is per person and we'll gladly match you with a roommate if traveling solo.
A room with two queen beds for two people.
Price is per person and we'll gladly match you with a roommate if traveling solo.
One queen bed in a single private room for one person.
One room with one queen bed for two people.
Price is for both people sharing a bed and the room.
Itinerary
Alaska is funny. She's not really concerned with our calendars. Conditions on the water and in her mountains are incredibly dynamic, so it's best to check in with her each day before we commit to any plans. It may sound fishy, but it's not.
We'll have almost 24/7 daylight on your trip and will get it all done safely and with fun...we promise!