Activities

From relaxation to exploration…                                                        
                   … there's an activity for everyone to enjoy at Stillpoint Lodge.

Kayaking

• Learn to Kayak: Learn the basics of kayaking in the safety of the cove, with our certified kayak instructors.
• History Tour: Enjoy kayaking with our knowledgeable guide and learn the history of Stillpoint Lodge, Halibut Cove and the natural features of the area.
• Tide Pooling Tour: During the low tides of full and new moons, explore the fascinating sea life found in tide pools, including crabs, octopus, and a large variety of sea stars.
• Paddle in protected waters along with resident otters, seals and sea birds.
• Circumnavigate the island in search of whales, sea lions, porpoise and sea birds in our safe, stable kayaks.
• Explore secluded beaches and beautiful rock outcroppings.
• Visit the Halibut Cove Coffee House by kayak or boat, and chat with local residents.
• Discover the art galleries and boardwalks of Halibut Cove, and meet some of the artists .

Nature Walks

• Take a leisurely stroll around the grounds and discover a new, amazing view at every turn.
• Center yourself with meditation in nature or in the comfort of the Poustina.
• Walk the path of the labyrinth, and contemplate the pilgrimage to the center and out again.
• Tour our charming vegetable gardens, and discover what’s in season.
• Find solitude on our adjoining wilderness trail.
• Go berry picking around the lodge or on the trail.

Wildlife photography

• Have your camera ready for the medley of animals that live around Stillpoint.
• Venture down to the dock to observe abundant marine life including seals, otters and porpoise.
• Check out the underwater world of sea anemone, sea stars and jellyfish.
  

Bird watching

• Bald eagles nest high in the spruce trees around the lodge. 
• Identify a large variety of sea birds including puffins, sea ducks, cormorants, loons and nesting sea gulls.
• Beautiful blue stellar jays, magpies, crows, herons and mallard ducks all call Stillpoint home.

Artwork

• Discover the many places to create your art “en plein air”, using our complimentary watercolors and paper.
• Spend time viewing the artwork of artist and lodge owner, Jan Thurston.
• Unlock the secrets of watercolor with private instruction by Jan Thurston. (ask about rates)

Relax

• Soak up the sun while you lounge on the lodge deck, overlooking the Kenai Mountains.
• Enjoy a gentle, daily yoga exercise with our experienced instructor.
• Warm yourself in our all-cedar sauna.
• Treat yourself to a soothing massage after a day of exploration.
• Enjoy a quiet morning, relaxing on your cabin’s porch, wrapped in the comfort of a cozy robe.
• Check out the books in our lodge library, and snuggle up by the fireplace to read.