Icy Strait Point / June 16, 2014

Icy Strait Point is a privately owned tourist destination just outside the small village of Hoonah, Alaska. It is located on Chichagof Island and is named after the nearby Icy Strait. The Tlingit people settled Hoonah two thousand years ago when they were forced to abandon their original village because of advancing glaciers. Translated, it means, “Where the north wind doesn’t blow.” Icy Strait Point was originally built as a Salmon Cannery and has been an important part of the community for many years serving many functions. While here, we ventured on the "Whales, Wildlife & Brown Bear Search" where we sailed toward Point Adolphus and saw Humpback Whales. When we returned, we took a guided walking tour and explored the Spasski River's rugged bush country. We were fortunate to see an Alaskan coastal brown bear and soaring bald eagles while trekking around Chichagof Island. For a complete history, visit Icy Strait Point.