Tasha

Born and raised in Alaska, I grew up living the seasonal lifestyle, spending my winters in Wasilla and my summers at a remote lodge on an island in Prince William Sound. Our small, family-owned Port Ashton Lodge was built and operated by my parents, so from the age of 4, I welcomed visitors from around the world to our little slice of wild Alaskan heaven.

Growing up this way fueled a lifelong love for kayaking, hiking, nature, hospitality, tourism, and travel. During my senior year of high school, I spent a year in Brazil as part of the Rotary Youth Exchange program, where I became fluent in Portuguese and connected with fellow exchange students from across the globe. Later, while attending the University of Alaska Anchorage, I studied abroad in Sevilla, Spain, and explored 14 European countries before graduating in 2023 with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and a minor in Spanish.

My main passion is sharing the raw beauty and quirky charm of Alaska with visitors. I often spend my free time exploring the state like a tourist myself. My favorite Salmon Berry Tours are the ones that take us to coastal Alaska – I’m happiest surrounded by ocean and mountains. If I am lucky enough to be your guide during your stay, make sure to ask me about my experiences kayak guiding in the Kenai Fjords National Park or how I placed second in the 2025 Alaska Wilderness Woman competition in Talkeetna!