Living the Alaska Dream

  What’s it like to work at Miller’s Landing?   Photography by @jason.haywood Photography by @jason.haywood Photography by @jason.Haywood         As we prepare to open the gates for new applicants to join us in our 2024 summer season, we thought you like to read a bit more about what a summer spent…

Exciting new adventures – and updates to a few favorites – have been in the works behind the scenes this year, and they’re ready for you. Happening Now Oceanfront Inn is open year-round and taking bookings for your holiday getaways! The Bungalow, Duplex, Cabin, and Private Suite are awaiting your visit. 2024 is open for…

The First Three Days On The Water On the first of March, introductions were short-lived as guides were suited up in dry suits and tossed into the water to start their cold water and kayak rescue training. These amazing suits allow one to capsize in the water and stay dry, making training a lot easier…

What are you doing this weekend? Uncle Steves Cabin kayak, glacier, lagoon, beach Luckily, It’s still the first part of June and the crowds have yet to descend on this little Alaskan community of Lowell Point.  The roads are open all weekend long and we are truly looking forward to be doing what we do…

The “Open Alaska Responsibly Plan” enters Phase 2! Yesterday the Governor of Alaska announced that we would be entering phase 2 of the “Open Alaska Responsibly Plan.” While all of this is unknown territory and these things change day to day, it is uplifting to see the state take tiny steps towards (dare we say…

At some point in the career of a mariner, the weather will catch up to them, and there will be nowhere to go but wherever they are. A situation exists to where it’s not safe or possible to move forward or go back to where you came from. Maybe you are near shore – you duck into some cove or bay, find a break. Getting in there might get you out of the main fetch and fervor of the terrorism of a seaway, but you’re still dealing with the wind ripping around peninsulas or through valleys. The fjords are often no respite, with williwaws coming down like errant microbursts, heartless, frequent, and forceful. If you’re offshore, or far from a good (or better) place to hide, you are unfortunately left with limited options. Generally, the goal is to maintain steerage…

  Covid-19 and Miller’s Landing Services Hello Everybody; Recently as you all very well know, the world was turned on it’s head by the COVID 19 pandemic. This has impacted every person and industry imaginable to no small degree. We sincerely wish all of you the very best in this difficult time. For us, March…

176lb halibut and Captain Chance on the bow of the Thomasea Winter is a time to reflect For me this means thinking about being on the water.  “The sun came up upon the left, Out of the sea came he! And he shone bright, and on the right Went down into the sea.” -The Rime…

While most of the anglers who visit Miller’s Landing are adults, you are welcome to bring your children along and introduce them to fishing during your stay. Fishing is a fantastic and healthy hobby that helps people connect with the natural world, and it gives you a great way to bond with your youngsters while enjoying some of the best scenery on earth. But you can’t just hand your child a rod, point them at the water and expect them to be successful. In fact, you’ll want to help introduce them to the sport so that they can catch a few fish and enjoy themselves – otherwise, they’re likely to find fishing boring and dread future trips. This isn’t exceptionally difficult to do, just follow the tips and tricks listed below: 1. Consider one of our shore-fishing packages when fishing…

“Alaska is too expensive” “Someday, when we can afford it, well go to Alaska” “I’ve always wanted to go to Alaska, but I hear its really pricey” These are a few of the things I hear when talking to people about what I do for a living. It irks me, because it’s not true. It’s…