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BEAR COVE This is a secluded cove located at the head of the Bay. Yes, it’s common to see bears around Bear Cove, mostly black bears. However, most folks enjoy the serenity, fishing, and sea kayaking. CHINA POOT BAY A fertile combination of tidal flats and channels makes this bay a cornucopia of sea life. Tide pools provide perfect viewing of sea stars, mussels, urchins, and sea anemones. Waterfowl thrive on the tidal flats. A trailhead at the head of the bay leads you to the Coalition Trail and Halibut Cove Lagoon Trail. Dipnetting for sockeye salmon is a popular sport. There are many mud bars. ELDRED PASSAGE Eldred Passage has magnificent views and wildlife. Access to Sadie Knob, Grace Ridge, and Tutka Lake Trails. GULL ISLAND This is the largest bird rookery in the bay and the nesting grounds for 8 species of seabirds. Gull Island is located about 4 miles from the Homer Spit. Some of the more prolific species seen here are black-legged kittiwakes, red-faced cormorants, and puffins. A remote-controlled camera is operated from the public galleries of the Pratt Museum & Park in Homer. Visit the museum to control the webcam and explore Gull Island or take a tour of the island. around here 72 AROUND HERE

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