2 - Register for the Copper River Delta Shorebird Festival and enjoy all the fun events!

3 - Attend the Bird Art Show in the Copper River Gallery Cordova Center opening May 2nd at 5pm

3 - Register for Bay to Bay in May and enjoy a super fun community event all along the Cordova Trail while watching for shorebirds!  Sign up at Bidarki Rec. Center

4 - Go to an ART SHOW in the heART Wall at the Reluctant Fisherman Restaurant on May 4th at 6pm

In April of 2022 Cordova Gear partnered with The Net Loft to bring Alaskan watercolor artist Max Romey to Cordova, Alaska for art workshops and the premier of his film "Trailbound Alaska." Proceeds from the premier were used as the beginning funds for the Cordova Covered Spaces Project which is an ongoing initiative to build covered spaces along a trail route through the town of Cordova.  The film followed along as Max and friends attempted to retrace the historic Iditarod Trail route from Seward to Girdwood, Alaska. Mostly overgrown from decades of non-use, the "trail" was often difficult to find and follow, yet navigable sections provided a rugged and wild glimpse into a rarely seen area of the state. Carrying a sketchbook with him as always, Max was able to capture beautiful moments from the trail to share in his uniquely bold painting style. The premier played to a packed theater who enjoyed watching the adventure play out on the big screen.
We are equally excited to follow the new partnership Max has formed with favorite sustainable lifestyle company Keen Footwear. Together they are combining innovation with creativity and sustainability for products that help us move through our landscape while protecting it for generations to come.  As a creative ambassador with a deep love of running and painting in the outdoors, we know Max will bring Alaska-approved energy and designs to the already beloved footwear company. Check out what these two dynamic forces are creating together, and find more information about the Covered Spaces Project in our neighborhood.

Just in time for the Valentines Season, Shulammite Reese will show her work at the Reluctant Fisherman Restaurant on the heART Wall!  Through her artistic skills, Shulammite not only creates beautiful and captivating artwork but also makes meaningful contributions to her community. A portion of the proceeds from Cordova Paper Co. is donated to organizations that address issues close to Shulammite's heart. This includes supporting first responders who work tirelessly to keep our communities safe, as well as non-profit organizations fighting against the abhorrent crime of human trafficking.  By showing her work on the heART Wall Shulammite is also donating to the Cordova Trail and Covered Spaces project.  A project to create covered spaces where people can get out of the rain and enjoy time outdoors year round.

The energy level in Cordova has increased with the beginning of salmon fishing season!  The temperature is inching upward ever so slowly, and flowers are beginning to peak out with the promise of summer colors to come soon.  The Bay to Bay in May Event on May 6th kicked the season off with a great start that was wildly successful, the event lured a record numbers of people big and small out to ride, walk and run from Hartney Bay to Orca Bay and end up at Orca Adventure Lodge.  The event registration raised close to $400 in registration fees that were donated to the Covered Spaces Project and will help build Covered Spaces in Cordova! 

The City of Cordova Parks and Recreation Department assisted by volunteers round out the crew that made this event successful.  The City of Cordova Police Department managed traffic control and safety during the event.

Thank you to all who volunteered and participated and especially to Dr. Paul Gloe, the founder of this amazing event.  Paul invested funds and also put many hours of effort into creating this annual event that will continue into the future and encourage people to get out move, enjoy socializing, outdoor beauty and most of all have fun.  Thank you Paul, this annual event is an wonderful enhancement to life in Cordova.