Jun 18 Wednesday
The first week of June, tiny Sandhill Crane fuzzballs, or colts, will be hatching. “Fuzzball Season” continues until close to the end of June as the later nesting pairs’ eggs hatch. Please keep your dogs on leash and cats inside during this early and vulnerable time for crane colts and other baby wildlife.
Please contact Kachemak Crane Watch with information about your nesting pair and their newly hatched colts. This important data helps us count the total number of colts in the area. KCW tracks nesting success and needs your observations.
Email reports to Kachemak Crane Watch at reports@cranewatch.org or call 907-235-6262. Include date of hatching, time, location, number of colts, mortalities, and your contact information so we can call for details. For more information contact: Nina Faust at 907-235-6262.
Traverse rolling trails and summer wildflower meadows on an Inspiration Ridge Guided Hike. This secluded corner of Alaska is more than just a place to recreate—it's a sanctuary for wildlife, a living classroom for conservation, and a place of peace for those seeking to escape the crowds. Take in the sweeping views of Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Mountains, explore miles of trails, and discover the wildlife who call this vast landscape home. On a Guided Hike, you're not only embarking on an unforgettable adventure, but you're also supporting vital conservation efforts that help protect these critical ecosystems for future generations.
1.5-Hour Tour:June - Labor Day, 2025; 4-days a weekDeparting: 11:00am
3-Hour Tour:June - Labor Day, 2025; 2-days a weekDeparting: 2:30pm
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Jun 21 Saturday
Learn about the wildlife that lives at the Wynn Nature Center, big and small! Explore what makes the Wynn their ideal habitat and why we work to keep it that way.
The Carl E. Wynn Visitor Center operates out of a renovated homestead-era cabin. Explore the history of the Nature Center and Alaska’s homesteading era.
Includes General Admission to the Nature Center.
The 1.5-hour tour covers about two miles, and the 3-hour tour covers about three miles. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or someone looking to enjoy nature at a leisurely pace, our hikes are designed to accommodate various fitness levels.