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Kodiak Big Timber Staff
"Walt" Powell
Capt. Casey Harver
"Walt" Powell
Walter "Walt" Powell is the owner of Kodiak Big Timber Lodge. A lifelong outdoorsman, Safari Club International member, and cattle rancher, Walt harbors a profound passion for the wilderness, a delightful sense of humor, and an abiding love for adventure. In 2019, he realized his Alaska Lodge dreams by acquiring Big Timber from the Neel f
Walter "Walt" Powell is the owner of Kodiak Big Timber Lodge. A lifelong outdoorsman, Safari Club International member, and cattle rancher, Walt harbors a profound passion for the wilderness, a delightful sense of humor, and an abiding love for adventure. In 2019, he realized his Alaska Lodge dreams by acquiring Big Timber from the Neel family. Walt can often be found at the Lodge, immersed in a wide variety of projects. Despite the ongoing workload, he is always willing to pause and engage in a friendly chat.
Karen Treibel
Capt. Casey Harver
"Walt" Powell
Karen is the co-owner of Kodiak Big Timber. When she's not at Big Timber, you can find her passionately working with her dogs. An accomplished Amateur Master Dog Trainer, Karen dedicates her time to extensive work with the NORCAL Golden Retriever Club and has successfully produced several champion dogs. With a perpetually cheerful demeano
Karen is the co-owner of Kodiak Big Timber. When she's not at Big Timber, you can find her passionately working with her dogs. An accomplished Amateur Master Dog Trainer, Karen dedicates her time to extensive work with the NORCAL Golden Retriever Club and has successfully produced several champion dogs. With a perpetually cheerful demeanor, Karen brings joy to the Lodge and is always a pleasure to be around.
Capt. Casey Harver
Capt. Casey Harver
Capt. Casey Harver
Casey serves as the Chief Operations Officer at Kodiak Big Timber, taking on the roles of our primary Charter Captain, Fishing Guide, and Big Game Transporter. With an impressive twenty-four years of wilderness leadership experience, Casey brings a wealth of knowledge to the team. A retired US Navy SEAL, he is also the Founder of the Kodi
Casey serves as the Chief Operations Officer at Kodiak Big Timber, taking on the roles of our primary Charter Captain, Fishing Guide, and Big Game Transporter. With an impressive twenty-four years of wilderness leadership experience, Casey brings a wealth of knowledge to the team. A retired US Navy SEAL, he is also the Founder of the Kodiak Survival School and serves as an Assistant Big Game Guide. If you opt to embark on an adventure with Kodiak Big Timber, chances are you will have the opportunity to get to know Casey firsthand.
Lacey Harver
"Otter Bob" Tucker
"Otter Bob" Tucker
Lacey is the Director of Guest Services at Kodiak Big Timber. With a fervent passion for the outdoors, she takes pleasure in sharing her love for nature with others. A Chemistry Teacher by trade, Lacey possesses extensive knowledge about the Kodiak Archipelago. Holding a Master of Education and a BS in Chemistry, she brings a unique persp
Lacey is the Director of Guest Services at Kodiak Big Timber. With a fervent passion for the outdoors, she takes pleasure in sharing her love for nature with others. A Chemistry Teacher by trade, Lacey possesses extensive knowledge about the Kodiak Archipelago. Holding a Master of Education and a BS in Chemistry, she brings a unique perspective to her role. Lacey is attuned to the enchantment of the wilderness around Kodiak and, when not at the Lodge, can often be found exploring the trails, mountains, and ocean.
"Otter Bob" Tucker
"Otter Bob" Tucker
"Otter Bob" Tucker
We hope you have the opportunity to meet "Otter Bob" at the lodge or perhaps during your journey from the airport. Serving as our primary guide for road system tours, Otter Bob also provides courtesy transport over the pass to rendezvous with our boats. With 40 years of wilderness knowledge, he takes great pleasure in sharing his expertis
We hope you have the opportunity to meet "Otter Bob" at the lodge or perhaps during your journey from the airport. Serving as our primary guide for road system tours, Otter Bob also provides courtesy transport over the pass to rendezvous with our boats. With 40 years of wilderness knowledge, he takes great pleasure in sharing his expertise with our clients. If you would like to know more about how to book a road system tour with Otter Bob, please visit us at our partner website www.kodiaksurvivalschool.com.
Capt. Luke Randall
"Otter Bob" Tucker
Capt. Luke Randall
Luke is our resident Master Big Game Guide and part-time Charter Captain. Originally from Afognak Island, Luke brings a wealth of knowledge amassed over a lifetime to his role. Remarkably, he earned the distinction of being one of the youngest Master Guides in the state of Alaska. For those seeking a fully guided hunt, we are delighted to
Luke is our resident Master Big Game Guide and part-time Charter Captain. Originally from Afognak Island, Luke brings a wealth of knowledge amassed over a lifetime to his role. Remarkably, he earned the distinction of being one of the youngest Master Guides in the state of Alaska. For those seeking a fully guided hunt, we are delighted to pair you with Luke, ensuring a memorable and expertly guided experience.
Christian Harver
Gray & Nyla Harver
Capt. Luke Randall
As a full-time student at Liberty University, Christian dedicates his summers to Kodiak Big Timber. In this season, he serves as a valuable member of the general maintenance crew and as a deckhand. An accomplished outdoorsman, Christian finds joy in exploring the mountains through hiking and engaging in trail running activities around Kodiak.
Abigail Harver
Gray & Nyla Harver
Gray & Nyla Harver
Abbey is Senior at Kodiak High School and plays a crucial role in the guest services team at Kodiak Big Timber. Additionally, she serves as a deckhand, contributing to the seamless operation of the lodge. Abbey also holds the position of Captain for the Girls Cross-country Team at Kodiak High School, showcasing her leadership skills. With
Abbey is Senior at Kodiak High School and plays a crucial role in the guest services team at Kodiak Big Timber. Additionally, she serves as a deckhand, contributing to the seamless operation of the lodge. Abbey also holds the position of Captain for the Girls Cross-country Team at Kodiak High School, showcasing her leadership skills. With a passion for outdoor activities, she particularly enjoys hiking as a way to connect with the natural surroundings.
Gray & Nyla Harver
Gray & Nyla Harver
Gray & Nyla Harver
Gray is serving our country in the United States Air Force. We hope he and Nyla will be able to return to Kodiak in the near future.
