Alaska
Alaska
The ASYMCA of Alaska offers a variety of seasonal programs that bring cheer to and support resiliency of service members and military families stationed in Alaska.
Scroll to the bottom of the page for details about our 2024 Summer popup programs!
Arctic Warrior Wishes
Our annual holiday wish granting program for active duty military (E1–E5) stationed in Alaska. Registration happens annually in November. Volunteer wish granters make this program possible! Learn how to you can bring holiday cheer to Alaskan service members and military families.
Kicksled Rentals (Fairbanks Only)
Experience Alaska winters on a kicksled! Visit our registration portal to reserve your kicksled rental and enjoy Alaska's winter trails and recreational destinations. Available at ASYMCA's Fairbanks location.
Mother-Son Adventure
Enjoy a day of outdoor Alaskan adventure together! This annual summer program is offered in both the Fairbanks and Anchorage areas. Open to children of active duty, guard, or reserve service members and their female role models.
Merry Breakfast Bundles
Our annual holiday bundles include cinnamon rolls, eggs, hash browns, bacon or sausage, hot cocoa, and marshmallows. Registration opens annually in December.
Military Spouse Summer Camp
Summer camp is for grown-ups, too! Rest and recharge with fellow female military spouses at ASYMCA's annual Spouse Summer Camp overnight getaway.
Operation Ride Home
Reconnect with family during the holiday season! Operation Ride Home sponsors travel for service members and their dependents, allowing them to spend time with their loved ones.
JBER Clean Up Week
Join the Armed Services YMCA of Alaska for the annual JBER Clean Up Week! Form a team, then see how many bags of trash you collect! Each bag of trash collected gives your team an entry in our drawing for up one of our three cash prizes—$1,000, $500, and $250! Details coming soon.
Winter Gear Up
This annual program prepares school-age military children for Alaskan winters by providing coats, boots, snow pants, hats, scarves, and gloves at no cost.
Y on Rails
Explore Alaska with a scenic rail tour! Service members can enter for their chance to win this unique Alaska experience.
Youth Summer Camp
Continue the fun throughout summer months! ASYMCA offers both day and overnight camp options for children of all ages.
Center Discovery
Eielson AFB & JBER
Experience the ASYMCA Early Learning Center where your child can engage in play-based learning! We will have story time, a craft, and three other centers available for self-paced play and discovery. Choose a 1-hour time block listed below.
Manners & Skills for Today's Teens
Eielson AFB
Understanding expectations in different situations helps teens develop a sense of confidence. Through games, interactive scenarios, and mentorship, we will review skills based on common teen questions that are rooted in real world application. Powered by Wounded Warrior Project.
Discover the ASYMCA OF AK
Ft. Wainwright & JBER
Stop by an ASYMCA Welcome Center to learn about Alaska and ASYMCA programs! This interactive welcome will provide hands-on opportunities to learn your base’s “must knows” and how to get involved in programs. Finish by grabbing a Challenge Card and completing a self-paced visit to our facilities for a great summer treat! Drop-in program, no registration required.
Manners & Skills for Today’s Teens
Eielson AFB
Understanding expectations in different situations helps teens develop a sense of confidence. Through games, interactive scenarios, and mentorship, we will review skills based on common teen questions that are rooted in real world application. Powered by Wounded Warrior Project.
Movin' & Groovin' with the ASYMCA
Eielson AFB
Different themes will focus on large and fine movements, following instructions, and sensory exploration. Registration is requested. Parent(s) must be present. No cost.
Salmon Fishing Day Trip
Statewide
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.
No-Bake Cooking Class with Dad
Eielson AFB & JBER
Spend an early evening together learning how to make fun snacks and treats together! Dads and their kiddos will get to create and take home samples, as well as recipes to make again and maybe a new hobby! Significant male role models are welcome to accompany child(ren).
School-Age Messy Art
Eielson AFB & JBER
All the projects that you wish the kids would do, but maybe not at your kitchen table! We’ve got you covered, and we’ll help with the clean up! Registration requested, walk-ins accepted.
Summer Sampler Marketplace Kits
Ft. Wainwright & Eielson AFB
Check out our summer-themed kits available twice a month on a first-come, first-served basis at the ASYMCA Marketplace. Each kit is designed to take one night of meal planning off your plate. We’ll prep everything you need for a quick, easy, and filling meal or treat. Military ID required, no cost.