Oyster Farming in Halibut Cove Alaska

Kevin & Lucinda Sidelinger are the owners of Alaska's Ridgewood Wilderness Lodge and SeaFarms of Alaska. The philosophy maintained at their eco-lodge also extends to their oyster farm. With the cooperations of the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation and other local oyster farmers, they sponsor an annual program designed to certify and guarantee the quality of the water. This is accomplished by taking water samples and tissue samples of wild mollusks five times annually. The oysters are also tested weekly from May 1st through October, and monthly from November 1st through April. These farms are considered to be a valuable asset to the local eco system.