Fairbanks Area Pop-Up Programs

Annual Programs

In addition to its pop-up programs, the ASYMCA of Alaska offers a variety of annual programs, including Mother-Son Adventure, Military Spouse Summer Camp, and more.

These programs are offered every year. Click the button to view our annual programs.

ASYMCA Military Spouse Rountable

Join the Armed Services YMCA of Alaska for its first-ever Military Spouse Roundtable! This event will give you an opportunity to
connect with fellow spouses and meet local organizations, as well as learn more about resources available for you and your family. This event is kid-friendly. Lunch provided.

• Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
• Time: 1:00-2:30 p.m. with lunch provided
• Location: Fellowship Hall, Eielson Chapel, 452 North St. Eielson AFB, AK 99702
• Who: Active duty military spouses permanently stationed in Alaska
• Cost: No cost

Back-to-School Snack Bash

Ready for back to school? Stop by your ASYMCA Welcome Center to fill a provided bag with your favorite snacks from our Snack Bash table! This is a drop-in program, no registration needed. Supplies are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Powered by the Wounded Warrior Project.

• Date: August 13
• Time: Doors open at 1:00 p.m. We will continue to provide snacks until 4:00 p.m. or until supplies last.
• Location: ASYMCA Welcome Centers on Ft. Waintwright and Eielson Air Force Base
• Who: Military families with children in grades K-12. Kids must be present. 

Marketplace Meal Kits

Make meal times easier! Meal kits are available for pickup at the ASYMCA Welcome Centers at both Eielson and Ft. Wainwright. Kits are available the 2nd Tuesday of each month and can be picked up 2:00-4:00 p.m. First come, first served.

• Date: 2nd Tuesday of each month (starting April 11, 2025)
• Time: Pickup available 2:00-4:00 p.m.
• Location: ASYMCA Welcome Centers (Eielson Air Force Base and Ft. Wainwright)
• Who: Active duty service members and military families

Ocean Fishing with Hofstad Fishing Co.

Fish for salmon in the open ocean! Our guides from Hofstad Fishing Company will take us out on a saltwater adventure where you’ll learn ocean fishing techniques, how to reel in salmon, and tips for handling your catch. Alaska fishing license required. Transportation and lodging not provided.

• Date: August 11
• Location: Valdez, AK
• Cost: $100
• Who: Active duty female military spouses

Popsicles in the Park Meetups (Eielson AFB)

Join the ASYMCA and other military families as we visit different local parks and enjoy popsicles! Held at rotating parks on Eielson Air Force Base on select Tuesdays from 2:00-4:00 p.m. No registration required.

• June 3 (Broadway Park)
• June 10 (Heritage Park)
• June 17 (Natural Resources Park)
• June 24 (Kodiak Street Park)
• July 1 (Last Frontier Park)
• July 8 (Polaris Street Park)
• July 15 (Polaris Street Park #2)
• July 22 (Polaris Street Park #3)
• July 29 (Moose Lake Drive Park)

Popsicles in the Park Meetups (Ft. Wainwright)

Join the ASYMCA and other military families as we visit different local parks and enjoy popsicles! Held at rotating parks on Ft. Wainwright on select Wednesdays from 2:00-4:00 p.m. No registration required.

• June 4 (Chestnut Street; behind the ASYMCA Bargain Shop)
• June 11 (Beechnut Street)
• June 18 (Engineer Park)
• June 25 (Chena Bend; across from the ASYMCA Bargain Shop)
• July 2 (Gaffney Road; next to Shopette)
• July 9 (Chestnut Street)
• July 16 (Marks Road; larger park)
• July 23 (Engineer Park)
• July 30 (Marks Road; smaller park)

Salmon Fishing Day Trip with Mark Glassmaker

Fish for salmon on the Kenai River! We’ll take a powerboat to productive gravel bars where guides will provide hands-on instruction on how to fish for and catch salmon, care for your catch, identify fishing spots, and tie basic knots. Alaska fishing license required. Transportation and lodging not provided.

• Date: July 25
• Location: Kenai/Soldotna, AK
• Cost: $100
• Who: Active duty female military spouses