Bears are often encountered during our river fishing trips and can often be seen on the beaches while on saltwater adventures. We are cautious to give the bears their space and respect their place in nature.

It is reasonable to position ourselves to view them without intruding on them. What we do offer is an adventure to safely position ourselves very near to where the bears are feeding on red salmon.

The Chignik area is one of the most densely populated areas in the world with Kodiak Brown Bears. This doesn't mean they are everywhere you look, it does mean with craft, caution, and luck we can enjoy watching these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Bears love eating salmon and when the salmon fill the rivers the bears come to the feast.

We use a jet sled boat to get near the bears feeding in the river. Kayaks can also be used near the river and on the ocean beaches to paddle to within a good viewing opportunity range.

Whether we are actively setting up for bear viewing or having chance encounters while engaged in other activities, bears are a part of Chignik. In the mornings, fresh tracks are often seen on our property. We have had viewings off our deck in the evenings and during the night.