Dear Editor: Sitka WhaleFest 2025 was a resounding success because of you.
Sitka WhaleFest was built on a strong foundation laid by years of loyal supporters. This year the festival was lifted to new and inspiring heights by the collective energy, generosity, and spirit of Sitkans. We felt that support everywhere: in the countless smiling faces filling Centennial Hall, the enthusiastic volunteers who helped in so many ways, the energy at our workshops, and the financial and in-kind contributions that sustained us throughout the weekend—fueling us with everything from good food and coffee to the funds that supported beloved events and student participation.
The Sitka Sound Science Center extends our deepest gratitude to everyone who helped make Sitka WhaleFest 2025 not only successful but truly exceptional. Your support created an event that was meaningful, memorable, and full of community pride.
Thank you: U.S. Foods, Ailsa Clark, WildFlour Cafe and Bakery, Back Door Cafe, BEAK Restaurant, Alaska Seaplanes, CBC Construction, Allen Marine Tours, Alaska Coach Tours, Harry Race Pharmacy, Janet Clarke and Dan Gray, Rachel Myron and Steve Lewis, Saltchuk Family of Companies, Alaska Airlines, Sitka Rotary Club, Campfire Kitchen, Southeast Resort, Our Town Catering, Juan’s Cuban Cuisine, Wayfinder Wealth, Trish and Dirk White, Aspen Suites Hotel Sitka, Alaska Whale Foundation, Sitka Sound Cruise Terminal, North Pacific Research Board, Alaska Ocean Observing System, Linda Waller, Harbor Mountain Brewing, Mark Daum with Odom Corporation, Rob Allen and Robin Sherman, Alaska Computer Center, KCAW, and Sitka Sentinel.
We look forward to seeing everyone next year for the 30th anniversary of Sitka WhaleFest Nov. 6-8, 2026, and can’t wait to unveil the new theme during our spring Food Web Cruise.
Lisa Teas Conaway,
Communications Coordinator,
Sitka Sound Science Center
