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.
2026 Events
| Date | Title | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, October 17, 12pm-5pm | Hunter Education | Wasilla | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Saturday, October 24, 12pm-5pm | Hunter Education | Kenai | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Saturday, October 24th 2026 10:00am - 6:00pm and Sunday, October 25th 2026 9:00am - 1:00pm | Concealed Carry Course | Fairbanks | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Sunday, October 25, 12pm-5pm | Hunter Education | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Monday, October 26th 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Handgun Fit and Foundations | Fairbanks | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Thursday, October 29, 5:30pm-9:30pm | Beaver Skinning & Hide Preparation | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Wednesday, November 4, 6pm-9pm | Introduction to Rifle | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Thursday, November 5th 5:00pm - 9:00pm Friday, November 6th 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Wilderness First Aid | Fairbanks | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Saturday, November 7, 8:30am-5pm | Mountain Huntress Clinic | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| November 8 | Wilderness First Aid (Alaskans Afield) | Fairbanks |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| November 11 | Tracking Southcentral Wolves | Alaska Zoo, Gateway Hall, Anchorage |
Join ADF&G Research Biologist David Saalfeld as he discusses ten years of research on wolf populations, movements, and survival rates in southcentral Alaska. Wednesday, November 11th, 7:00pm |
| November 12 | Birch Bark Basket Class (Alaskans Afield) | Fairbanks |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| November 13 | Shaped by Wildlife: Stories of encounters, harvests, and traditions. | Glenn Massay Theater, Palmer |
Shaped by Wildlife is a community storytelling and art event hosted by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in collaboration with Arctic Entries. Onstage Storytelling & Music Event: 7:00 – 9:00pm Community members, hunters, gatherers, conservationists, and everyday nature lovers will share personal, true stories about interactions with wildlife that have shaped their lives. This year’s guest musician is Roland Roberts! Roland Roberts blends an array of genres into a captivating yet delicate musical experience. With comparisons to the likes of John Prine, his storytelling and stage presence have entertained audiences across North America. Gallery Hour 6:00 – 7:00pm Partners from the Alaska Native Heritage Center, Alaska WildBird Rehab Center, Alaska Dept of Transportation and Public Facilities, Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation, and the Musk Ox Farm, will share their work during the Gallery Hour. All proceeds support the Outdoor Heritage Foundation of Alaska—the official non-profit partner of ADF&G—and their vision a of future for Alaska’s people where sustainable fish and wildlife populations continue to support Alaskan hunting, fishing and outdoor traditions. For questions or more information, contact ADF&G Education & Outreach Specialist Burl Dickman at burl.dickman@alaska.gov. |
| Friday, November 13, 5:30pm-9:30pm | Handgun Fit and Function | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| November 15 | Basic Rifle (Alaskans Afield) | Juneau |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| Saturday, November 21st 8:00am - 1:00pm | Hunter Education | Fairbanks | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Tuesday, December 1, 5pm-8pm | Shotgun Cleaning | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| December 5 | Trapping 101 (Alaskans Afield) | Fairbanks |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| December 5 | Basic Handgun (Alaskans Afield) | Juneau |
Register at Alaskans Afield |
| Wednesday, December 9, 5pm-8pm | Rifle Cleaning | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Tuesday, December 15, 5-9pm | Archery 101 | Anchorage | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |
| Wednesday, December 2nd, 5:30pm - 8:30pm, Wednesday, December 9th , 5:30pm-8:30pm, Wednesday, December 16th 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Fur Sewing Beaver Mittens | Fairbanks | For additional details visit the BOW Schedule page. |