At the head of the fjord is the massive and powerful Aialik Glacier. It is a truly unique experience to paddle a sea kayak among ice floes, silently approaching sleeping seals much as Eskimos hunters did before us. We also camp for a day inside a hidden lagoon and hike onto the base of the Pederson glacier. Surrounded by an ancient glacial moraine, the entrance to the lagoon is a powerful stream that fills and drains with the changing of the tides. Evening group orientation, gear check-out and last minute packing tips.
Hotel is included.
Early departure on the charter boat for the magificent trip from Resurrection Bay to Verdant Cove. After setting up camp we'll spend the afternnoon learning paddling skills, reviewing safety and exploring. Our first full day of paddling is to Quicksand Cove. Behind Quicksand Beach there is a small tidal lake that is popular for black legged kittiwakes and land otters. Because of the constriction of the tide flow by a morainal shoal, our entrance into Pederson Lagoon can be dictated by the tides and currents.