Welcome to Rav’n About Sitka—the podcast where the rainforest meets you!
Join us from the lush, rainforests of Sitka, Alaska, where towering spruce trees, moody skies, and opinionated ravens set the scene. Each episode, we wander beyond the tourist brochures to explore the wild beauty, rich stories, and quirky truths of life on the edge of the Tongass National Forest.
Whether you’re visiting by cruise ship, thinking about moving here, or just curious what it’s like to share a sidewalk with a sea lion—this podcast is for you. Expect local voices, natural wonders, cultural insights, and just enough sass to match a Sitka raven on a Tuesday.
Grab your raincoat. Let’s get into it.
In this special holiday episode of "Raven About Sitka," host Kathrynn shares the remarkable story of the 2024 White House Christmas tree—a Sitka spruce from Alaska’s Tongass National Forest, marking the first time the official tree came from outside the lower 48 states. Catherine explores the tree’s journey, the forest’s cultural and ecological significance, and Sitka’s unique, community-centered holiday traditions. The episode celebrates themes of patience, quiet strength, and belonging, drawing parallels between the Sitka spruce and the town itself. It concludes with a land acknowledgment honoring the Tlingit people and their enduring connection to the region.
19 Nov 2025
The Disappearance of Virgil ‘Wade’ Tackett
In this episode of "Raven About Sitka," host Kathrynn recounts the mysterious 1986 disappearance of 17-year-old Virgil Wade Tackett, who vanished after taking a small boat out on Sitka Sound. Despite exhaustive searches by authorities and his family, Wade was never found, leaving only rumors and unanswered questions. The episode explores Sitka’s deep connection to the sea, the enduring pain of loss, and how Wade’s story became woven into the town’s collective memory—reminding listeners of the beauty and heartbreak that come with life on Alaska’s edge.
10 Oct 2025
Legacy on the Hill: The Rise and Fall of Sheldon Jackson College
In this episode of "Raven About Sitka," host Kathryn explores the complex history of Sheldon Jackson College in Sitka, Alaska. She recounts Reverend Sheldon Jackson’s role in founding the Sitka Industrial and Training School, his efforts to educate Alaska Native children, and the cultural costs of forced assimilation. Kathrynn traces the school’s evolution into Sheldon Jackson College, its closure in 2007, and its transformation into the Sitka Fine Arts Camp, reflecting on how the campus shifted from a site of cultural suppression to one of creative expression and community renewal.
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