Ouzinkie

Ouzinkie is located on the southwest shore of Spruce Island. It is characterized by swampy areas, volcanic and sedimentary rock and an abundance of tall spruce trees. Ouzinkie was founded in the early 1800s by the Russian American Company as a retirement community. The Church of the Nativity, built in 1898, is tucked in a cove of spruce trees. Ouzinkie was home to St. Herman, the first canonized Russian Orthodox saint in North America. St. Herman's chapel is located at Monks Lagoon and can be explored with the local Russian Orthodox Church reader who explains the history of the holy sites and old grave stones.

Blue Dory Lodge and Charters is located in the Gulf of Alaska, Pleasant Harbor, Spruce Island, Alaska. Spruce Island is a remote Alaskan island eleven miles northwest of Kodiak Island. The Kodiak Island waters are known for world class fishing and wildlife viewing. The lodge is framed in old growth spruce trees, wildflowers, and berry bushes, with a spectacular ocean view. Guests may choose world class charter fishing, aboard the F/V Snoopy, wildlife viewing, or photography. Ecology tours include plant hikes, trips to the monasteries, kayaking, traditional dory rides, and a trip to the native village of Ouzinkie.