$179

Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises has called Valdez and Prince William Sound home for more than 50 years. In 1971, known then as North Star Marine Charters, Stan and Mary Helen Stephens began operating fishing and hunting charters on their first vessel, the 26-foot M/V Mary Helen. Seven years later, in 1978, Stan, Mary Helen and their three daughters operated their first tour to Columbia Glacier on board the M/V Vince Peede. That year, the company changed its name to Stan Stephens Charters Inc., and then to Stan Stephens Glacier & Wildlife Cruises in 2003.