In April we’re learning about the water ways and systems in our hometown. We are so lucky to have wild nature and salmon habitat right in the middle of town- for so many reasons! Healthy water ways and healthy natural spaces are essential for a healthy community. Anyway, what kid doesn’t love a bridge, a stream, and “Pooh sticks?!” Snowshoeing, shelter building, snowman fun in after school clubs! Beautiful spring day at arctic valley today. Some snow advertising! #snowmuchfun Ooolala! Bike club is back! Check out our spiffy flyers at bike shops near you!

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Welcome to Into the Woods Alaska.

We are dedicated to providing an unparalleled youth & adult outdoor and environmental science education program emphasizing place-based, experiential learning. Our youth and adult participants alike learn environmental science, outdoor safety, teamwork, and survival skills that will keep them and their back country companions safe over a lifetime of exploring our world’s wild spaces.

Our programs are designed to foster authentic learning experiences that will not only last a lifetime, but encourage our participants to become actively engaged in conservation, protection, and sustainable use of our wild spaces. In our programs, participants learn specific and general safety skills through hands-on, active and experiential learning. We offer special courses with specific learning goals/certifications/skill sets in mind as well as general courses that introduce younger children to the concept of being an outdoor explorer. Check out our upcoming courses to see our year-round offerings by clicking “our programs” in the header above and taking a stroll through our website. Read more about us…

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INTO THE WOODS ALASKA & OUR THREE PILLARS OF FOCUS:

Outdoor Safety Skills Programs

Monthly outdoor themes – gain safety, teamwork, & survival skills.

Outdoor Recreation Courses

Level up your outdoor recreation skills with new ways to access the back country. Learn all about gear fit, care, and repair.

Environmental Science/Jr. Naturalist Courses

Dive deep into environmental science with our Jr. Naturalist courses.

What People Are Saying:

Jackie Savina
Jackie Savina
September 4, 2020.
Verified
Amazing experience for children! Both of our boys (age 4 & 6) had the best experience at the summer camp at Kincaid. Our 6 YO is currently enrolled in the Wednesday camp at Russian Jack and is loving that too. Awesome teachers and the kids learn so much about the great outdoors. Highly recommend.
Stolf Short
Stolf Short
August 26, 2020.
Verified
I really appreciate how well the guides and staff communicate with us. My son is so happy to be outside playing, learning, and growing with his friends. This type of hands on, experiential learning, is exactly what I want for my son. Thank you!
Ashley Cummins
Ashley Cummins
August 20, 2020.
Verified
I love everything about this camp! My daughter was one of the youngest kiddos at camp (age 4). She struggled a little in the beginning and complained so I reached out to Kristina. She took the time to listen to my daughters concerns and came up with a plan to provide extra support for my kiddo. The next day at camp, my kid came home raving about how much she loved it and she didn't have a complaint after that. My daughter loves to tell us all she learned in the camp when we are hiking with her and we have noticed a HUGE improvement with her abilities on the trail. She has become an awesome hiker this summer and I am beyond grateful 🤗
Robyn Forbes
Robyn Forbes
June 25, 2020.
Verified
Wow 🙂 Finally a camp that gets kids into the outdoors, pushing their comfort zone (a little) and teaches them skills that they truly need to explore Alaska. We are so happy to have our 10 year old with Dan and Christina again with Into the Woods and look forward to exploring some overnight adventures and other offerings as well. What a great team who offer a huge value and experience for the kids. Very happy with the experience, value, and professional approach.
Anna Hoffmann
Anna Hoffmann
June 18, 2020.
Verified
This is a great experience for Alaskan kids to explore the outdoors in a safe and educational setting, while also getting to spend their days outside and not cooped up inside. So far this has been a great experience for our kids and they never want to come home at the end of the day.

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Meet Into the Woods Alaska

Into the Woods Alaska was conceived from a philosophy that nature is paramount in our lives and in the life of a healthy community. We live by a simple code: Safety, Kindness, and Respect towards oneself, our trail companions, and the environment. Into the Woods Alaska is a youth & adult outdoor and environmental science… Continue reading Meet Into the Woods Alaska