A beautiful day in Sitka is no fluke if there is a fluke around. August 13, 2020 A beautiful day in Sitka is no fluke if there is a fluke around. I was told the name Sitka derived from a Tlingit phrase meaning “on the outside of Shee [Baranof Island.” I believe that, but I’ve been told a lot of things. Emily Dickinson wrote, “Hope” is the thing with feathers - That perches in the soul - And sings the tune without the words - And never stops - at all. - Baltimore Oriole. ← A Rose-breasted Grosbeak enjoying a little suet.I love visiting Hans, a Eurasian Eagle-owl, at the American Bald Eagle Foundation in Haines, Alaska. His orange eyes are incredible. →