An incredible opportunity to explore the rich waters of Seymour Canal and the shores of Admiralty Island.  A combination of rich natural and cultural history, Kootznoowoo and the waters that surround it are truly a unique place to experience and one you will never forget.

As we leave Juneau, the capital city, we leave behind the busy city life and step into the deep wilderness of Southeast Alaska. Admiralty Island or Kootznoowoo as the Tlingit people named it long before the Russians appeared, translates roughly to “Fortress of the Bear”. Located near the norther end of Admiralty Island is Oliver Inlet, a long narrow inlet only accessible at the right tides and will be the beginning of our adventure.  Using a tramway we will travel from Oliver Inlet, overland, along with all our gear to the northern end of Seymour canal, where we will spend the majority of our trip. We will spend the next 5-7 days exploring the shores of Seymour Canal and the forest that surrounds it.  In the spring, this area historically will see large congregations of herring that come here to spawn. This brings in tremendous numbers of marine mammals and sea birds who are welcoming one of the first large appearances of biomass of the season and which provides great opportunities for these species to feed.  Humpback Whales and Orca, along with Stellar Sea Lions and Harbor seals, just to name a few, will appear in these waters in great numbers.  Later in the spring and summer, salmon enter the creeks along the shores of Seymour Canal, bringing brown and black bears to their shores and creates wonderful opportunities for bear viewing.