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Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
ARTICLE

How to Poop in the Sub-Arctic Tundra

Mar 22, 2024

ARTICLE

The do's and don'ts of using nature's latrine

Melissa Blog
Libby Bushell
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
Article

How and Why We Leave No Trace

Feb 22, 2024

Article

Katmai National Park, Leave No Trace,

Melissa Blog
Libby Bushell
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
ARTICLE

Lake Clark National Park: A Summary Of Its History & Main Areas

Sep 11, 2023

ARTICLE

Learn about Dick Proenneke, Port Alsworth, and volcanoes

Melissa Blog
Melanie Cox
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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6 Reasons to go Bear Viewing in June: Spring cubs, mating, more

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We begin our bear viewing season the 1st of June ensuring the snow has melted and the bears have the opportunity to arrive at the meadow.

Melissa Blog
Melanie Cox
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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How to camp in Katmai National Park: With Bears and All

Jun 29, 2023

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Bear viewing, fishing, hiking, packrafting, and more. You’ll want to do your research ahead of time to get the most out of your adventure.

Melissa Blog
Melanie Cox
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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About Marine Debris

Jun 1, 2023

ARTICLE

Learn about marine debris, how it affects the environment, and what you can do about it.

Melissa Blog
Melanie Cox
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
INTERVIEW

An Interview with Kenai Aviation

May 5, 2023

INTERVIEW

Join us as we sit down with Jacob Caldwell where he tells us more about Kenai Aviation.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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Alaska's common bush aircraft: a brief overview

Mar 8, 2023

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This article is to encourage visitors and Alaskan residents who don’t have bush aviation as a part of their lives.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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The Lifecycle of Salmon

Dec 23, 2022

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Salmon are the bedrock and foundation of the ecosystems in which they live.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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5 Kinds of Salmon You Can Find in Katmai

Nov 15, 2022

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Although sockeye salmon are undoubtedly the most abundant in Katmai, you can find all five species of Pacific salmon.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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Katmai National Park and Preserve: a Brief History

May 11, 2022

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From the Alaskan Natives who called this place home for thousands of years, to the eruption of Novarupta, we briefly look at Katmai's history.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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9 Best Things To Do in Homer, Alaska

Apr 29, 2021

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From hiking and camping to local cuisine and culture, Homer has all sorts of adventures to offer visitors.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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Marching to the Tide's Beat: Life in Coastal Alaska

Jul 24, 2020

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In Alaska, the magnitude of the tides requires us to plan around the movements of the ocean.

Melissa Blog
Melissa and Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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Glaciers in Southcentral Alaska

May 19, 2020

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What is a glacier and how do they form?

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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Why We Don't "Guarantee Bears": A Philosophy of Bear Viewing

May 4, 2020

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What is a bear viewing guarantee and how does it play out on days when bears are hard to find?

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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Preparing for Alaska's Weather

Apr 24, 2020

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Alaska's weather is unpredictable, but you can prepare for it by wearing layers.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
INTERVIEW

An Interview with a Bear Guide: Part 2

Apr 21, 2020

INTERVIEW

Join us for part two of our interview with Emerald Air Service's bear guide, Lance Bassett!

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
INTERVIEW

An Interview with a Bear Guide: Part 1

Apr 7, 2020

INTERVIEW

We sit down to ask a few questions to our in-house bear guide, Lance Bassett.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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Along Came a Wolf...

Mar 30, 2020

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This wolf, part of the Kaguyak pack, came trotting through the meadow directly towards us at a good clip, stopping occasionally...

Melissa Blog
Lance Bassett
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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Pebble Mine Threatens Katmai National Park

Mar 23, 2020

ARTICLE

Our mission here at Emerald Air Service is to share the treasures of Katmai National Park, and we believe the Pebble Mine will harm Katmai's beautiful wildlife.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
STORY

Two Cubs on Their First Fishing Trip

Feb 17, 2020

STORY

Two cubs venture into Katmai for their first fishing trip with mom.

Melissa Blog
Lance Bassett
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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A Field Guide to Katmai's Spruce

Feb 11, 2020

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Distinguish between Alaska's different spruce while you're out in Katmai.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
STORY

Sentinel of the Wild (Kaguyak Wolf Pack Alpha Male)

Jan 30, 2020

STORY

Hear another exciting story from our guide, Lance, about a wolf encounter in Katmai.

Melissa Blog
Lance Bassett
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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An Introduction to our Contributors

Jan 23, 2020

ARTICLE

Learn more about our blog contributors in this introduction article.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
STORY

The Story of a Moose Calf

Jan 17, 2020

STORY

Hear the exciting story of a moose calf during one of Emerald Air Service's guided expeditions into Katmai National Park.

Melissa Blog
Lance Bassett
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
INTERVIEW

An Interview with Chris Day, Co-Founder of Emerald Air Service: Part 2

Jan 9, 2020

INTERVIEW

In part two of this interview, we sit down with Chris Day to talk more about the history of Emerald Air Service and guided bear viewing.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
INTERVIEW

An Interview with Chris Day, Co-Founder of Emerald Air Service: Part 1

Jan 6, 2020

INTERVIEW

In this interview, we sit down with Chris Day to talk more about the history of Emerald Air Service and guided bear viewing.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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3 Reasons Why You Should Go to Brooks Falls

Dec 11, 2019

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Here are three compelling reasons why Brooks Falls is incredible bear viewing you should experience.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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Questions to Ask Before You Fly

Dec 3, 2019

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In this article, we explore some of the questions to ask so you can make a more informed decision before your Alaskan bush flight.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
STORY

First Cubs

Nov 25, 2019

STORY

Each season has its drama, but who can be calm when you see the first cubs of the season, or cubs in general?

Melissa Blog
Lance Bassett
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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The de Havilland Otter: The Workhorse of the North

Nov 19, 2019

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Emerald Air Service flies the DHC-3 Otter because it provides the classic Alaska bush experience.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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3 Reasons Why Bear Viewing Should Be on Your Bucket List

Nov 9, 2019

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Flying in a sea plane into the wilderness of Katmai to watch the Alaskan Coastal Brown Bear is a one-of-a-kind adventure.

Melissa Blog
Melissa and Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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7 Essentials of Bear Viewing Etiquette

Oct 29, 2019

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Proper bear viewing etiquette helps to keep bear viewing a sustainable enterprise in Katmai National Park and Preserve.

Melissa Blog
Lance Bassett
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
STORY

Every Photograph Has a Story

Oct 28, 2019

STORY

This particular one has drama, tension, heart strings being tugged, sadness, and elation all in a matter of 10 minutes, truly exhausting.

Melissa Blog
Lance Bassett
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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What is Bear Viewing?

Oct 22, 2019

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While bears are certainly the pinnacle of our bear viewing adventures, bear viewing is about so much more.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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When Should I Go Bear Viewing?

Oct 22, 2019

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In this article, we take a look at the different months during the bear viewing season to give you a better idea of what to expect.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
Brown Bear in Katmai National Park
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Can Anyone Go Bear Viewing?

Oct 22, 2019

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Virtually anyone can go bear viewing nowadays. Join Emerald Air Service's expert guides and pilots on a bear viewing adventure in Katmai.

Melissa Blog
Joey Karrigan
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