Kodiak Island in Alaska is home to many animal species including 3,500 brown bears that can be viewed, five types of whales, and 240 species of puffins. The island is also home to 6,334 people, mostly of Alutiiq heritage who formerly lived in sod houses and hunted sea mammals. Popular activities in Kodiak include bear viewing, whale watching, fishing for salmon, halibut and other species, as well as camping, hiking and visiting museums documenting the natural and human history of the island.

2. False! Temperatures can range from 60-80 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer.

3. Most people think…

4. That Alaska is not home to many animals. However, in Kodiak, Alaska there are…

5. Many Animals

6. Brown Bear There are 3,500 bears on Kodiak Island. Bear viewing is a popular attraction. Even I have gone on a bear expedition!

7. Whale Kodiak is home to five different types of whales.

8. Puffin The puffin is only one of 240 different species found on the island.

9. Sitka Black-Tailed Deer This deer did not originate from Kodiak but was brought over and introduced in 1924.

10. Stellar Sea Lion This marine mammal can be seen in boat harbors. They may live between 20-30 years.

11. But what about the people?

12. Kodiak is home to 6,334 people.

13. The heritage known to most residents is Alutiiq. Then Now

14. This culture lived in sod houses and hunted sea mammals with harpoons. Whalebones were used in the doorway.

15. But, what can I do there?

16. Wildlife Viewing Bear Viewing Whale Watching Bird Watching

17. Fishing!!! Salmon Dolly Vardon Halibut Rockfish Trout

18. Recreation Camping Hiking Biking Kayaking

19. Parks and Museums Alutiiq Museum & Archaeological Repository Baranov Museum Kodiak Military History Museum Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park

20. A Special Thanks: To Kodiak, Alaska’s Emerald Island for their information found at http:// www.kodiak.org / .