Few places on earth exhibit the abundance of natural wonders found on St. George Island.  The idyllic Bering Sea location provides a unique, protected habitat for the northern hemisphere’s largest seabird colony.  More than 2 million seabirds nest on the towering volcanic cliffs including red-legged kittiwakes, thick-billed murres, and red-faced cormorants.  Below them, along the protected stretches of beach, thousands of fur seals nurture their young each summer.

Colorful tapestries of wildflowers cover the upland areas and villagers are eager to share their rich Unangan (Aleut) heritage and unique history.

The community of St. George has regular air service, a store, hotel, post office, and clinic, providing for all the needs of participants in the courses and programs to be offered by the Institute.