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Did you know there are over 40 types of berries in Alaska? Berry picking is plentiful in Alaska, but especially in Southeast Alaska, and most types of berries are best in summer in late July and august. Some of the varieties you can find include huckleberries, blueberries, salmonberries, and the elusive Nagoon berry. If you…

Wrangell Narrows is located in Southeast Alaska in the Alexander Archipelago; it is a deep narrow waterway that’s part of the Inside Passage used by the Alaska ferry system and fishing vessels. You can enjoy the Wrangell Narrow views by land along the Mitkof Highway and Hungry Point, but the best Wrangell scenic views are…

Outlook Park was constructed in 2003 and is halfway between Petersburg and the Sandy Beach Picnic Area on Sandy Beach Road. This small park offers public beach access, benches, and picturesque coastal range views, somewhat often whales. You can find interpretative panels filled with information on Orca and humpback whales and other marine wildlife that…

Petersburg’s Rainforest festival is a non-profit event whose goal is to bring participants closer to nature through education, arts, and exploration while learning more about Peterburg’s rainforest and the ocean surrounding it. The Rainforest festival features walking tours, workshops, lectures, and visiting authors and artists. The funding for this event comes from time and space…