A bald eagle’s cry pierces the morning quiet – nature’s own welcome committee. These regal birds are everywhere in Sitka, perched on beautiful, aged totem poles like feathered sentinels, their white heads standing out like polka-dots on the trees across the bay.

Sitka, Alaska, is a place where nature reigns supreme. It’s a land of towering trees, pristine waters, and, of course, its iconic wildlife. We spend a lot of time out in nature with our tour guests, whether we are enjoying a short walk to a salmon stream, exploring the forest, or taking photos of a fabulous views. One of the most frequently asked questions we hear is “Can we see a wild bear?”