nonprofit

Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies

Homer’s hands-on coastal-ecology nonprofit since 1982, running naturalist-guided intertidal tours on the Homer Spit, guided hikes at Inspiration Ridge Preserve, family nature camps, and field programs around Kachemak Bay.

Hiking⚠ Needs verification

Guided Intertidal Tour (Homer Harbor)

Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies

Regularly scheduled in summer; book a tour

Homer Harbor docks (Yurt on the Spit)

Beginner-friendlyNo-dropPaidSummer

One-hour naturalist-led walking tour of marine life on the harbor docks — sea stars, anemones, tunicates. Family-friendly. A walking tour rather than a hike, but the closest fit among the activity tags.

Hiking⚠ Needs verification

Inspiration Ridge Preserve Guided Hike

Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies

Seasonal guided hikes, roughly April–October

Inspiration Ridge Preserve (transport arranged via CACS)

Beginner-friendlyNo-dropPaidSummer

Naturalist-guided hikes over rolling trails and wildflower meadows with Kachemak Bay views. Offered on a seasonal schedule — book ahead.