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.

Alaska Boating Adventure?

Thinking that 2013 might be the year to charter a boat in the fantastic inland waters of Southeast Alaska? Well now’s the time to get serious. The availability of really nice boats to charter is limited and it’s time to plan … Continue reading

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Photo of the Week – Passing Eddystone Rock

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Entering Misty Fjords

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Fair Winds and Following Seas

Well it is less than two weeks before I turn the Nordic Quest southward. There has been some nice weather the last couple of weeks and the fishing has picked up. We hope it continues and we are able to … Continue reading

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“Riders of the Tides” Pre-Release Announcement

My new novel will be available late summer or early fall. You can purchase it at any of the major online booksellers. For a synopsis go to the Stories page.

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Photo of the Week – Baranof Island Fog

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“The Ghost Bear” Short Story

Several years ago I wrote a short story about the Kermode Bear also called the White Bear and the Spirit Bear. It is titled “The Ghost Bear” and is posted under the Stories page. Princess Royal Island, known as the home of … Continue reading

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Photo of the Week – Exploring a Muskeg Trail

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Photo of the Week – Busy Afternoon at Warm Springs Bay Dock

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Photo of the Week – Icy Approach to North Sawyer Glacier

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