Island Byways

What's that spout off Narrow Cape? And looking at life through the eyes of a puppy. Life on Alaska's Emerald Isle.

Big storm surges combined with big tides? I predict great beach combing ahead! Plus, what's up in Kodiak's night sky? Life on Alaska's Emerald Isle.

Fireworks, resolutions, and a passel of Emperor Geese. Happy New Year from Kodiak Island, Alaska.

The beauty of the island under a blanket of snow, a holiday bazaar, and more. Life on Alaska's Emerald Isle - Kodiak.

Harbor Lights Boat Parade, The Nutcracker, and snow within which to play! Who needs more? Life on Alaska's Emerald Isle.

Venus and the moon put on a show and holiday favorites on Alaska's Emerald Isle.

First Fridays - art, storytelling, lectures, and a concert. Finding quiet in the midst of holiday craziness. Life on Alaska's Kodiak Island.

Quiet times spent in nature, Jupiter and Venus and much more - life on Kodiak Island.

Time to pack the winter gear and safety equipment when heading out for adventures. And sense of gratitude for the place we live. Life on Alaska's Kodiak Island.

Spooky skits, trick or treating, and a call for storytellers. There's a lot going on in this little community on Alaska's Emerald Isle! And I didn't even talk about the full moon on Saturday - it's called the Hunter's Moon. Hopefully, skies around Kodiak will clear so we get to see the full moon Saturday evening.

Pumpkins, fire trucks, Jupiter, and the Orionids. Living life on Alaska's Kodiak Island.

Chilly fall weather, a partial solar eclipse, and Saturday’s Run the Rock. Life on Alaska’s Kodiak Island.

Quilt shows, autumnal colors and skies, and more. There is much to love about life on Alaska's Kodiak Island.

Colorful Harvest Moon and island music courtesy of Paula Fuga - life on Alaska's Emerald Isle.

Beautiful autumn days, fish, bears, and aurora! Life on Alaska's Kodiak Island.

Shorebirds, bumble bees, and everything autumnal. Life on Alaska's Kodiak Island.

September skies, crisp air, bumble bee and hummingbird gardens, and theatre life kicking in gear. Life on this island known as Kodiak is rarely boring.

Labor Day Weekend in Kodiak means it's time for the Rodeo and State Fair! Life on Kodiak Island where ranching has been a thing for a long, long time.

Dark skies are returning, just in time for a blue supermoon! Life on Alaska's Kodiak Island.

Changes and bright things in the night sky, Barbie isn't the only pink thing in town, and anyone up for a little V-ball? Life on an island in the North Pacific.

The pinks are in just in time for the Kid's Salmon Derby; look for the Perseids this week, and more! Life on Alaska's Kodiak Island.

Celebrating some glorious summer weather with hikes, kayaking, and more. Life on Alaska's Kodiak Island.

Changing floral landscapes, the return of a little of the night sky, and a farewell. Meanderings for Alaska’s Kodiak Island.

Pink salmon are starting to show up in the rivers, astronomical twilight returns, and thoughts on emergencies. Life on Alaska's Emerald Isle - Kodiak.

Sunshine visits the island - finally! Where are all the pollinators? All this and more - life on Alaska's Kodiak Island.