About Us
Captain Parker White
Captain Parker and his wife Zaide have the privilege of owning Sitka expeditions with the hopes of showing guests to Alaska how special Sitka is. Born and raised in Sitka, having put countless hours into his expertise on the water, Captain Parker spent 11 years of his dedicated to being a firefighter and police officer serving the community of Sitka.
Parker and Zaide have long local lineage in Sitka. Both were raised on the water and know the local history. Local knowledge is vital to providing safe and enriching tours. WE always like to say, theres no one that knows the water better than a local!
Captain Chad Shaw
Captain Chad Shaw has spent most of his life on the water, with experience captaining boats from Palm Beach to the Florida Keys and larger yachts along the way. After five incredible seasons in Alaska, he is excited to return for his sixth season with Sitka Expeditions. Chad’s passion for the ocean, strong seamanship, and love for sharing Alaska’s wild beauty shine through on every trip.
Deckhand/naturalist
Jac Ochoa
Excited for her third season in Sitka, Jac comes from a background in photo journalism that has taken her all over the world; from living in Bangkok and Sydney to backpacking throughout Europe and the Americas. Two years ago she made the transition to spending summer in Sitka and guiding in New Zealand in the winter. Now she calls Sitka home full time!
F/V Polaris
Captained by Parker, our brand new state of the art 34-foot North River was built in 2024 and designed purely for the comfort and performance for anything Sitka throws at us. Built with a warm enclosed cabin with 3 air ride seats, this boat is not only spacious but extremely comfortable to be on.
Built with twin 300 horse Yamaha outboards and a 250 gallon fuel tank, the F/V Polaris can get us to any fishing or wildlife location quickly!
M/V ALASKAN
Built for Alaskan waters, this Bentz Boat is designed to handle the state’s rugged conditions with ease. The vessel boasts an almost 11 foot width and 31 feet long , allowing it to feel like a fortress on the water. The Alaskan features 13 air ride passenger seats, a spacious interior and exterior, and a private onboard bathroom, ensuring plenty of room and comfort while you enjoy incredible wildlife viewing.