Kina Cove and Kasaan

Today began and ended with a beautiful sunrise and sunset! In the morning we explored Kina Cove via kayak and zodiac. Nowhere near the excitement of the bears on day 1, but we enjoyed a leisurely paddle, looking mainly at the sea stars and jellies.

In the afternoon, we went to the village of Kasaan, a Haida village with 84 residents. The chief gave us a tour around their totem poles and longhouse along the beautiful forested trail that connects the town.

Our last stop was at a traditional canoe carver, who talked us through the process of catching a canoe and the tools he used. After hollowing it out with an adze, they are able to use hot water at the bottom to spread the opening much wider than the original tree trunk. They also have very intricate methods for filling cracks in the wood.Read more