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.

Planning My Alaska Trip for 2012

Wow, it is nearly the end of January. While the Nordic Quest is riding out near zero temperatures in a Juneau harbor, I’m looking at steady snow, wind and rain here at home with not much change in the forecast for the … Continue reading

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Photo of the Week – Alaskan Water Lilies

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Photo of the Week – Thorne Bay Anchorage, Prince of Wales Island

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News – Council Recommends Dropping Halibut Max Size Limit for SE Alaska

Andrew Jensen in his blog of December 12,2011 for the Alaska Journal of Commerce reported – the North Pacific Fishery Management Council adopted management guidance for the International Pacific Halibut Commission for the charter sector in 2012.  In Area 2C, … Continue reading

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Recipe – Nordic Quest Crab Cakes

Here is a recipe for Dungeness crab cakes that my cruising guests beg for: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup yellow onions, finely chopped 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped Salt Cayenne … Continue reading

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Welcome to a New Website

Welcome to the world of the Nordic Quest and cruising in SE Alaska.  This site is dedicated to seeking adventure and exploring the wonders of this fascinating region.  As the owner of the Nordic Quest, a 42-foot Nordic Tug that was … Continue reading

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