Columbia Glacier Sea Kayaking with Pangaea Adventures
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6–10 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a reasonable fitness level and be comfortable with basic paddling for extended periods, including handling occasional challenging water conditions.
Overview
Explore Alaska’s Columbia Glacier by sea kayak with Pangaea Adventures for an unforgettable wildlife and ice experience. Discover why this guided tour in Valdez is a must-do outdoor adventure.
Brewshop 501: All-Grain Brewing
Adventure Photos
About This Adventure
Dive into the world of all-grain brewing with this advanced virtual class! Perfect for experienced extract brewers, you'll explore mashing techniques, water chemistry, and troubleshooting methods. Engage in a hands-on single infusion batch sparge and deepen your brewing knowledge in this intensive workshop designed to elevate your skills.
Are you ready to step into all-grain brewing but not sure where to start? This is an advanced class for the intermediate or experienced extract brewer. We'll take an in depth look at the mashing process and different styles of mashing/lautering & sparging along with the enzymatic and chemical pathways involved. Additionally we'll cover water chemistry, malt diastatic power, and the basic trouble shooting techniques for avoiding/fixing a stuck lauder.
The class will run 2 hours and we will undertake a single infusion batch sparge, but participants are welcome to join us for the boil.
Our advanced classes are intensive workshops that delve deeply into the finer points of home brewing.
With the exception of our Brew Like a Pro series, we recommend that all of our advanced class attendees have prior experience brewing and a baseline understanding of the ingredients and equipment used in the home brewing process.
Please note that we're offering all of our classes virtually via Zoom.
Adventure Tips
Wear layered, waterproof clothing
Temperatures near glaciers can be cold and wet, so dressing in layers helps regulate body heat and stay dry.
Listen carefully to safety briefings
Pangaea’s guides provide important instructions to keep everyone safe on the water, so pay close attention.
Bring a waterproof camera or case
Capturing marine wildlife and towering ice formations is a highlight, so protect your gear from splashes.
Keep a safe distance from calving ice
For safety, always maintain guide-directed distance from glacier edges where ice can suddenly break off.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Sea otters
- Bald eagles
History
Valdez has a rich fishing and maritime heritage and is famously known as the southern terminus of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline.
Conservation
Pangaea Adventures emphasizes Leave No Trace ethics and partners with local groups to protect the sensitive marine and glacial environments of Prince William Sound.
Adventure Hotspots in Anchorage
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Waterproof jacket and pants
Keeps you dry and warm against splashes and changing weather near glaciers.
spring|summer|fall specific
Thermal base layers
Helps maintain warmth in chilly air and water temperatures common around glaciers.
spring|fall|winter specific
Water shoes or sturdy sandals
Provides good grip on wet surfaces and comfort while kayak paddling.
summer specific
Dry bag
Protects personal belongings and camera gear from water exposure during kayaking.