Tag: Seldovia
When Opportunity Knocks, Will Seldovia Answer?
by Jenny Chissus, Seldovia Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board
Yesterday was a very disappointing day for Seldovia. As the beautiful snow was falling, blanketing our community in glorious white, I received a call from Njord Rota, co-owner of Kenai Heli Ski. He informed me that more than 8 weeks of booked heli ski guests will not be coming to Seldovia. Due to opposition to their business, from a few very vocal, local individuals, Kenai Heli Ski is heading to Thompson Pass, outside of Valdez.
After over a year of working on this project to bring a two-month season of Heli Ski to our community during a normally “dead” period for our business community – Njord and his team have pulled out of Seldovia.
I realize that there will be a small group of folks rejoicing at this news, but is this the best solution for Seldovia and her future? As with any new Continue Reading
January’s Otter Times
Thanks to Lisa Stanish for coordinating kids and putting this great paper together for our school!
http://issuu.com/seldoviagal/docs/jan._seldovia_otter_times
Seldovia Fire Destroys Local Home
by Jenny Chissus, photos by Chaz Nichols
On February 12, 2013, a fire broke out in a home on Jakolof Bay Road, destroying the whole structure and everything inside, a complete loss. Roger Wallin Jr., known in Seldovia as Audie, lost everything. Fortunately, there were no people or animals in the home at the time of the fire. Continue Reading