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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!

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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
  • Recognizing traplines and traps
  • Getting your dog out of a trap or snare
  • Hands-on practice opening traps
  • Winter wildlife safety (moose, bears, wolves)
  • Dog CPR and first aid on the trail
For more information contact the ADF&G Fairbanks office: 907-459-7206

Sponsored by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, the Alaska Trappers Association, and the Alaska Dog Mushers Association

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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