Sitkalidak Sunrise Farm

Sitkalidak Sunrise Farm’s generational growers provide fresh produce and food sovereignty for a sustainable lifestyle in Old Harbor, Alaska.

Community unity and the tradition of subsistence are the foundation of everything we do. Through the Old Harbor Alliance we are strengthening our food security from the ground up.

All food grown on the farm is distributed at no cost, with our Tribal Elders receiving first priority each week. We believe caring for our Elders and our land are the same thing: essential for life.

High Tunnels & Hydroponics

To grow year-round in Old Harbor, we have to be innovative. Our operation includes three large high tunnels (hoop houses) and outdoor raised beds that protect our crops from the elements.

The Orchard

We recently planted 72 apple trees, along with cherries, pears, kiwis, and plums in our high tunnels. We are nurturing these young trees now so that future generations can harvest bushels of fruit right here in the village.

One of our high tunnels is entirely hydroponic, capable of holding 1,500 plants at once. This is the engine of our farm, producing the bulk of the fresh greens that go out for delivery.

The Hydroponic Hub

What We Grow

We currently grow over thirty varieties of produce. Depending on the season, here is what you might find in your distribution:

Greens: Romaine, Spinach, Rainbow Chard, Bok Choy, Celery.
Vegetables: Potatoes (in our towers), Broccoli, Zucchini, Cabbage, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Beans, Peas, Onions, Peppers.
Fruit: Strawberries (from the hillside), plus our developing orchard fruits.

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Around the Farm

Sitkalidak Sunrise Farm’s generational growers provide fresh produce, and food sovereignty for a sustainable lifestyle in Old Harbor, Alaska.

Apple Orchard

Hydroponics

Around the Farm

Apple Orchard

Welcome to our orchard! We are excited to share that we have recently planted 72 apple trees and can't wait for the day when we can harvest bushels and bushels of delicious apples. We are nurturing our young trees and providing the best care possible to ensure a bountiful harvest in the future. Stay tuned for updates on our progress!

Hydroponics

Great news! Our farm is equipped with three hoop houses that help us grow free food. One of the hoops we have is hydroponics that can accommodate up to 1500 plants at once, which is where we get the majority of our deliveries. Thanks to these resources, we are able to provide fresh and healthy produce to our customers.

Youth Involvement

At our school, we start our seed starts with the youth. We host a spring planting festival where kids can plant in soil and hydroponic trays. During the summer, we hold day camps where the youth tend to the plants, weed, water, and harvest goods. In the fall, we invite the youth and community to our fall harvesting festival for fun, food, and harvesting. Join us in cultivating a love for gardening and community!

Seasonal Workers and Internships

Our dedicated staff is made up of community members and youth interns who are hired seasonally to maintain the grounds, thanks to the generous support of the Old Harbor Native Corporation. We take pride in providing opportunities for local youth to gain valuable work experience while beautifying our community.

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