Public Programs and Events
Are you curious to learn different ways to recreate on public lands? Do you want to deepen your knowledge of natural history or resource management? Or, slow down with a gentle self-guided mindfulness walk outdoors? Whatever your interest, the Campbell Creek Science Center (CCSC) has a program or experience for you!
The Campbell Creek Science Center offers both virtual and in-person programs. View the monthly schedule below.
Register for all fee-based in-person programs at Recreation.gov
Note: Recreation.gov charges a $1 non-refundable fee for each program ticket. Using Recreation.gov enables the CCSC to offer a wide variety of public programs and events.
Call (907) 267-1247 or email us with questions.
Activity Calendar
- November
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November 7 & 19, 10 – 11:30 a.m. I Time Outside Together (TOTs)
TOTs, or Time Outside Together, is a hands-on nature program for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. This month, gather at CCSC and spend time with your TOT(s) exploring the woods and learning how animals and plants prepare for winter. This event is $5/family; register at Recreation.gov.
Thursday, November 14, 6–9 p.m. I Holiday Junk Journaling
We're getting creatively crafty just in time for the holidays. Join us and tap into your brain's right hemisphere - where creativity dominates – to build a holiday junk journal!
Learn how to take unwanted materials like ribbons, newspapers, magazines, beads, fabric scraps, buttons, and more to create a beautiful, homemade journal. Participants will learn the basic techniques of junk journaling to build a holiday junk journal to gift to another or keep for future inspiration.
Bring unwanted craft supplies to share or use ours. For ages 14 and up. This event is $35/person; register at Recreation.gov.
Artist Bio
Photo courtesy of D. Coble Deborah Coble is an enthusiastic and dedicated artist with a passion for fostering creativity and self-expression in people of all ages. With nearly 20 years of experience, Deborah emphasizes the importance of nurturing each participant’s individual style while encouraging technical skill development to explore the limitless possibilities of creative expression.
Deborah holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Cameron University where she developed a strong foundation in both traditional and contemporary art practices. She specializes in graphic design, drawing, painting, and mixed media.
Outside of teaching art classes at the BLM Campbell Creek Science Center, Deborah currently serves as the BLM Alaska State Office Deputy Communications Director.
Wednesday, November 20, 7–8 p.m. I Fireside Chat: The Night Sky: Visible and Invisible
Join our monthly Fireside Chats to gain a deeper understanding of Alaska's unique culture, ecology, outdoor opportunities, and more.
There are many beautiful objects in the night sky that you can see with just the human eye, such as the moon, stars, and some planets. There are other celestial objects that you can't see with just your eye. You need a telescope to see them, or they emit light in wavelengths that our human eyes can't perceive. There are also celestial objects that don't emit light at all. How do we see them? How do we see black holes, gravitational waves, or a neutrino? How can we see the invisible?
Presented by Katherine Rawlins, professor of physics at the University of Alaska Anchorage.
Gather. Share. Learn.
This event is free and open to the public.
Friday, November 22, 10 a.m. – noon I Junior Ranger: Sense-sational Scientists
Calling all Junior Rangers! See, listen, smell, and feel how scientists explore the world around them.
Junior Ranger programs are for children ages 5-10 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. This event is $8/child. Register at recreation.gov.
- December
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Wednesday, December 4, noon – 1:30 p.m. I Naturalist Snowshoe Hike
Snowshoe through Campbell Tract's beautiful winter woods, guided by a CCSC naturalist. We will get to know each other and the natural world around us.
The hike is approximately one mile or more, depending on the group's ability and interest. Ages six and up and all skill levels are welcome; a brief snowshoe introduction will be at the start. Snowshoes are provided or bring your own. Notify us in advance of any special needs or requirements you have.
We will be almost entirely outdoors, so please dress for the weather. This event is $5/person; register at Recreation.gov.
Thursday, December 12, 10 – 11:30 a.m. I TOTs: Snow and Ice
TOTs, or Time Outside Together, is a hands-on nature program for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. This month, spend time with your TOT(s) exploring the woods and learning all about snow and ice! Sing songs, go on a forest nature walk, and more.
This event is $5/family; register at Recreation.gov.
Thursday, December 12, 6 – 7:30 p.m. I Moonlight Snowshoe Hike
Snowshoe through Campbell Tract's beautiful boreal forest lit up by the full moon's light. We will get to know each other, get comfortable hiking in low light, and learn about the natural world around us.
The hike is approximately one mile or more, depending on the group's ability and interest. Ages 14 and up. All skill levels are welcome; a brief snowshoe introduction will be at the start.
Snowshoes are provided or bring your own. Notify us in advance of any special needs or requirements you have. We will be almost entirely outdoors, so please dress for the weather.
This event is $5/person; register at Recreation.gov.
Wednesday, December 18, 7 – 8 p.m. I Fireside Chat: The Legacy of Canadian-American Military Cooperation in Alaska
Join our monthly Fireside Chats to understand Alaska's unique culture, ecology, outdoor opportunities, and more.
Many Americans don't know that Canada and the U.S. military share a responsibility to defend Alaska. This shared responsibility started during WWII, when Canadian and American military members worked together to defend Alaska against the threat from Japan and has continued over the following decades. This close military connection has weathered changing politics, evolving security concerns, and tight budgets. Despite many trials, the legacy of these efforts has shaped how we face today's security challenges in the Arctic.
Presented by Kristine Swain, doctoral student at the University of Alaska – Arctic and Northern Studies.
Gather. Share. Learn.
This event is free and open to the public.
Friday, December 20, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. I Junior Ranger: Winter Survival
Calling all Junior Rangers! What does it take to survive and thrive outdoors in Alaska in the winter? Junior Rangers will learn skills like fire starting, winter shelter building, and other survival skills to stay warm, healthy, and safe while having fun in the outdoors.
Junior Ranger programs are for children ages 5-10. An Adult must be present for the duration of the program.
The cost is $8 per child; register at recreation.gov.
Public Programs
At the Campbell Creek Science Center (CCSC), we're committed to offering a wide range of engaging and educational programs. Our diverse monthly activity calendar is packed with programs that blend science, art, and culture. Whether you're into self-guided walks, guided hikes, toddler programs, art, journaling, or scientific lectures, we have something for everyone.
- Time Outside Together (TOTS)
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BLM photo TOTs, or Time Outside Together, is a hands-on nature program for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Discover a new topic each month through songs, games, and exploration. All programs include outside time to play and learn about the natural world around us.
Programs are $5 per family and occur 1-3 times a month. Please register for only one TOT program per month. The program repeats and changes only month to month. You can register for these programs on recreation.gov.
Check out the TOTs Nature Learning Resources for easy at-home activities you can do with your tots.
- Junior Ranger
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BLM Photo Attention all Junior Rangers! Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey of discovery? Join our CCSC naturalists to complete thrilling outdoor investigations and earn your very own Junior Ranger badge. It's a fun and educational experience you won't want to miss!
Junior Ranger programs are for children ages 5-10. An Adult must be present for the duration of the program. The cost is $8 per child; register at recreation.gov.
- Guided Hikes
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BLM Photo Join CCSC naturalists to learn more about the natural environment around us. Learn about wildflowers, WWII Campbell Tract History, birds, and more during the spring and summer months. During the snowy months, we'll put on snowshoes and explore the trails. Bring your snowshoes or borrow a pair from us. All experience levels are welcome.
- Art Series
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Photo courtesy of D. Coble From watercolors to printmaking and even junk journaling, CCSC offers a variety of art programs all year long. This summer and fall, we feature Artist Deb Coble. She'll guide you on a fun and creature journey, offering step-by-step guidance.
Artist Bio
Photo courtesy of D. Coble. Deborah Coble is an enthusiastic and dedicated artist with a passion for fostering creativity and self-expression in people of all ages. With nearly 20 years of experience, Deborah emphasizes the importance of nurturing each participant’s individual style while encouraging technical skill development to explore the limitless possibilities of creative expression.
Deborah holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Cameron University where she developed a strong foundation in both traditional and contemporary art practices. She specializes in graphic design, drawing, painting, and mixed media.
Outside of teaching art classes at the BLM Campbell Creek Science Center, Deborah currently serves as the BLM Alaska State Office Deputy Communications Director.
- Scientific Lecture Series
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BLM Graphic Fireside Chats
Fireside Chats programs feature local experts who help us to understand Alaska's unique culture, ecology, outdoor opportunities, and more. Starting in October, we gather each third Wednesday of the month through April. Local experts and scientists share knowledge about current research and projects. This event is free, open to the public, and occurs at the Campbell Creek Science Center.
- Workshops
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Workshops take place year-round, and topics depend on local experts and speakers. Workshops we've held in the past:
- Backcountry Dog First Aid
- Wildflower ID
- Grow Your Own Story
- Leave No Trace
- Exploring Our Wild Kinship
- Howl-o-Ween
Have any idea for a workshop? Let us know at sciencecenter@blm.gov