Author Archives: Fred Cooper

About Fred Cooper

Alaska resident at the time of statehood; retired professional civil engineer and for 35 years owner of an engineering company; firmer owner and skipper of the Nordic Quest; author, avid fisherman and world traveler. Lives with his wife and their water-loving standard schnauzer in Portland, Oregon.

Photo of the Week – Summer Evening at Warm Springs Bay

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Summertime, Summertime

The northeastern states are baking, the southwestern states are on fire, the pacific northwest is cool and Juneau has an absolutely fabulous weekend. Can you imagine? 75 to 85 degrees. My favorite time in SE Alaska is around the longest days. So, wherever … Continue reading

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Photo of the Week – Lakeshore, Kruzof Island

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Photo of the Week – Harbor Seal Haulout, Helm Bay

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Photo of the Week – Sunset from Tracy Arm Cove

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Photo of the Week – Sea Lion Hotel, Wrangell Narrows Entrance Buoy

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Recipe – Halibut with Rhubarb and Grilled Asparagus

Well, the last of my frozen, vacuum packed, halibut filets from last season are about gone. However, I had enough to try a recipe from Paul Klitsie, Chef & Owner of Ristorante Fratelli in Portland, Oregon. It was great and is easy to … Continue reading

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Photo of the Week – Nordic Quest at Anchor below Sumdum Glacier

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Bareboat Chartering in SE Alaska

The Nordic Quest is not longer available for charter. If you or someone you know is interested in purchasing a really fine Nordic Tug 42, contact Greg Mustari  at +1 360-507-9999, Greg@JMYS.com,  or Libby Kelly at +1 425-359-7078, Kelly@JMYS.com, with … Continue reading

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Photo of the Week – Iceberg and Snowfields in Endicott Arm

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