Calendar of Events
Highlighted Events
Searching for things to do with the kids or events for families? Look no further! Want to learn a new outdoor skill or get certified before you go hunting? We’ve got you covered! Looking for continuing education credits or professional development workshops for teachers? We provide them!
Check our event listings and mark your calendar to join us.
2022 Events
| Date | Title | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 1 | Virtual Winter Wildlife series — Bears, Walruses and Birds: We've got them all | Online | 7pm. Alaska does everything bigger and our state-owned and state-operated wildlife refuge program is no different. At nearly 3.3 million acres of protected wildlife habitat in 32 refuge areas, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game manages the nation's largest state refuge program for the benefit of our residents and visitors. Join Joe Meehan, the Lands and Refuges Coordinator, to discover what little-known wildlife refuge areas are near your home and how you can enjoy the rich fish and wildlife resources of these areas, be it hunting, fishing, wildlife viewing, or simply recreating in these natural areas. Register in advance for this meeting. |
2023 Events
| Date | Title | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 11 | From the Shores to Cliffs: A Behind the Scenes Tour of Qayassiq (Round Island), Walrus Islands | Gateway Hall at the Alaska Zoo |
When: 1/11/22 7:00-8:00 p.m. What: Wildlife Wednesdays lecture series Title: From the Shores to Cliffs: A Behind the Scenes Tour of Qayassiq (Round Island), Walrus Islands By: Amber Stephens Where: This is an in-person presentation, free of charge and is located in the Gateway Hall at the Alaska Zoo. |
| January 18 | Sharing the Trails - A winter trail safety and trap removal workshop for dog owners | Mushers Hall 925 Farmers Loop Road, Fairbanks |
6pm. Join us for presentations about
Sponsored by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, the Alaska Trappers Association, and the Alaska Dog Mushers Association View Poster. |
| January 26 | Virtual Winter Wildlife Series - Straight from the Caribou's Mouth | Online | 7pm-8pm. Studying what animals eat in the wild can be a tricky business, but some researchers use a unique tool to reveal secrets about how wild animals make a living. In this talk, Dr. Kristin Denryter, Wildlife Physiologist with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, will share stories and science from the work she has conducted with tame animals in the field.Register in advance for this meeting. |
| March 31 | Small Game Hunting (Alaskans Afield) | Fairbanks |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| April 1 | Introduction to Rifle (Alaskans Afield) | Juneau |
Register at Alaskans Afield Learn essential firearms safety, parts and safe operation of a bolt-action rifle, ammunition components, selection and safe storage, and basic marksmanship concepts with coached practice. Pregnant or nursing individuals should consult with their physician before participating in this class due to potential exposure to lead. Participants between the ages of 13-17 must have a Hunter Safety Certificate and be accompanied by an adult. |
| Saturday, April 8, 9am-2pm | Juneau Hunter Education | Juneau | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Saturday, April 15, 10am-3pm & Wednesday, April 19, 5:30pm-6:45pm | Intro to Shotgun | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Saturday, April 29, 8am-5pm | BOW Basics of Survival | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Sunday, April 30 8am-5pm | BOW Map and Compass | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Wednesday, May 3 6-9pm | BOW Bear Aware | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| May 6 | Intro to Handgun (Alaskans Afield) | Juneau |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| May 6 | Duck Hunting 101 (Alaskans Afield) | Mat-Su |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| May 10 | Back Country Emergency Kits (Alaskans Afield) | Mat-Su |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| May 12-14, 2023 | Southeast BOW Spring Workshop | Echo Ranch Bible Camp, Juneau | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| May 13 | Outdoor Survival (Alaskans Afield) | Mat-Su |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| Thursday, May 18 6-8pm | BOW Bear Safety | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Saturday, May 20 8am-6pm | BOW Muzzleloader | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Thursday, June 1 5pm-10pm | BOW Hunter Education | Palmer | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| June 3 | Intro to Rifle (Alaskans Afield) | Juneau |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| June 3 | Wild Foods and Back Country Cooking (Alaskans Afield) | Mat-Su |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| Thursday, June 8 6pm-9pm | BOW Bear Aware | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Wed & Thurs June 21-22 6-9pm | BOW Intro to Rifle | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| June 28 | Bear Safety (Alaskans Afield) | Anchorage |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| July 1 | Intro to Handgun (Alaskans Afield) | Juneau |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| Tues & Wed July 11-12 5-9pm | BOW Big Game Rifle | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Monday, July 24 5-9pm | BOW Archery 101 | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| July 31 | Fires and Shelter Building (Alaskans Afield) | Fairbanks |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| July 31 | Plants of the Boreal Forest (Alaskans Afield) | Fairbanks |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| Monday, July 31 5pm-8pm | BOW Small Game Hunting | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| August 2 | Small Game Hunting 101 (Alaskans Afield) | Mat-Su |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| August 5 | Intro to Rifle (Alaskans Afield) | Juneau |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| August 5 | Small Game Hunting: Habitat, Field Dressing and Cooking (Alaskans Afield) | Mat-Su |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| Tuesday, August 8 5-9pm | BOW Duck Hunting | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Monday, August 14 5-9pm | BOW Archery 101 | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Saturday, August 26 2-6pm | BOW Handgun | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Saturday, August 26 9am-1pm | BOW Handgun | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| September 2 | Intro to Handgun (Alaskans Afield) | Juneau |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| October 4 | Big Game Hunting 101 (Alaskans Afield) | Mat-Su |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| October 7 | Muzzleloader (Alaskans Afield) | Anchorage |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| October 7 | Intro to Rifle (Alaskans Afield) | Juneau |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| October 7 | Big Game Processing (Alaskans Afield) | Mat-Su |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| Saturday, October 7 12-5pm | BOW Hunter Education Class | Kenai | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Saturday, October 21 12-5pm | BOW Hunter Education | Wasilla | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| November 1 | Recreating in Avalanche Terrain (Alaskans Afield) | Mat-Su |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| November 1 | Winter Back Country Camping and Safety (Alaskans Afield) | Mat-Su |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| November 4 | Intro to Handgun (Alaskans Afield) | Juneau |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| Saturday, November 4 12-5pm | BOW Hunter Education | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| December 2 | Intro to Rifle (Alaskans Afield) | Juneau |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
