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About Captain Kenneth B. Jones​

Captain Kenneth B. Jones is a third-generation Alaskan whose life has been defined by the wild waters and mountains of Prince William Sound. Born and raised in Cordova, Ken grew up immersed in commercial fishing, aviation, and hunting—traditions carried on from his father and grandfather. His grandmother was also a licensed pilot, and Ken grew up flying alongside his father, learning at an early age the responsibility and independence that come with navigating Alaska’s rugged backcountry by air. Decades of experience on the Sound, the Gulf of Alaska, and in the skies above forged him into not only a seasoned captain, but also a steward of his hometown and its way of life.

At just 16, Ken purchased his first vessel, the 42’ F/V Sam-an-I, becoming one of the youngest captains in Cordova. By the time he graduated high school, he had already expanded with the bowpicker 27’ F/V Silver Mist. Determined to keep pushing forward, he earned both his 100-ton Master’s license and private pilot’s license before returning home to fish full time. After upgrading bowpickers to the powerful F/V Second Wind, Ken finally built the seine boat he had always dreamed of—commissioning the F/V Serenity at Little Hoquiam Shipyard. Launched in 2014, the Serenity exceeded all expectations and has been the flagship of his fleet ever since.

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Family First, Adventure Always

In 2015, Ken met Shannon Evans, who quickly became his partner in both life and business. They married the following year and soon welcomed two sons, Evan and Hunter, raising them with the same deep roots in Cordova’s waters and wilderness.

Seeking a way to diversify and avoid winter fishing and be home more with his young family and share the lifestyle he loved, Ken launched Serenity Adventure Charters in 2017. What began as a small boat-based transport business has since grown into one of Alaska’s leading names in hunting, fishing, and adventure tourism—renowned for high success rates, comfortable vessels, and authentic Alaskan hospitality.

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Growth and Expansion

To keep pace with demand, and to offer opportunities to his brother in law to seine fish and get into the adventures. Ken added the F/V Sentinel in 2022, giving guests even more opportunities to explore Prince William Sound in comfort and style.

In 2025, Serenity Adventures expanded beyond the fleet with two new destinations: the remote Icy Bay Guide Camp, offering world-class big game hunts, and the Kikluhk River Lodge, set on a legendary river system famous for coho salmon, trout, and steelhead. That same year also marked a major milestone for the company—the beginning of a brand shift to simply “Serenity Adventures.” The new identity reflects a unified vision that now spans boats, lodges, guided hunts, and future cruise offerings, all under one trusted name.

And in 2026, Serenity Adventures will take another bold step forward by offering summertime adventure cruises, opening the beauty of glaciers, fjords, and abundant wildlife to families, fishermen, and explorers from around the world.

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Leadership & Community Dedication

Ken’s vision for adventure tourism is deeply connected to his devotion to Cordova. As a two-term City Council member, and four term harbor commissioner he has consistently championed projects and policies that promote Cordova's wellbeing and strengthened local infrastructure, supported working families, and worked tirelessly to help build a more diversified and sustainable economy for the next generation. His leadership reflects the same principles that guide Serenity Adventures: hard work, stewardship, and creating opportunities that last beyond today.

That civic-minded dedication flows into every guest experience. When you book with Serenity Adventures, you’re not just joining a charter—you’re being welcomed into a community. Ken believes visitors deserve more than a packaged trip; they deserve to experience Alaska as he lives it: through small-boat fishing traditions, wild game pursuits, and a way of life rooted in family and community.

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Conservation Through Hunting​

For Ken, hunting has always been about far more than the pursuit—it’s about preservation, stewardship, and giving back. As a lifelong outdoorsman, he believes deeply in the role hunters play in conserving wildlife populations and maintaining healthy habitats.

Ken is a lifetime member of the Wild Sheep Foundation, Safari Club International (SCI), the Alaska Chapter of SCI, and the NRA, and he proudly supports organizations that work tirelessly to protect wild places and ensure future generations can enjoy them. He also holds professional memberships with the Grand Slam Club Ovis, Dallas Safari Club, and the Mule Deer Foundation.

Beyond memberships, Ken actively contributes to these causes through donated hunts. Over the years, his donations have raised more than $400,000 for hunter advocacy, youth programs, and conservation projects. These contributions directly support habitat restoration, wildlife research, and the preservation of hunting rights—proving that hunters are among the most effective conservationists in the world.

Through his affiliations and actions, Ken champions the principles of sustainable use, ethical harvest, and conservation through action. Every guided and DIY trip through Serenity Adventures is conducted with respect for the animals, the land, and the future of Alaska’s resources. Guests are not just participants in a hunt—they’re part of a legacy of conservation-minded sportsmen and women who help fund wildlife management and protect habitats across North America.

For Ken, conservation isn’t a buzzword—it’s a personal commitment, reflected in every decision he makes as a guide, transporter, a captain, and a community leader.

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The Serenity Adventures Promise​

From the decks of custom-built vessels to the quiet of a remote hunting camp, Ken and his family have built Serenity Adventures to share Alaska the way it was meant to be experienced—raw, real, and unforgettable. Whether you come for a world-class hunt, a fishing trip of a lifetime, or a summer cruise through glacier country, you’ll leave with more than memories. You’ll leave with a connection to the land, the people, and the true spirit of Alaska.

⚓ Join the Jones family and the Serenity Adventures crew in Cordova, Alaska—where tradition meets adventure, and every trip becomes part of a story three generations in the making.