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SUMMARY:zz - Backcountry Prepared workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join Alaska Safe Riders for this family friendly ‘Prepared for the Backcountry’ workshop. Made possible with support from the Alaska Department of Public Safety in partnership with the Alaska Avalanche Information Center. \nThis class is a great refresher for you long-time veterans\, and a perfect introduction to all those new to Alaska. Check out some of the latest gear and get your name in to win some incredible prizes like helmets\, goggles\, headlamps and more.  \nTopics Include: \n\nThe importance of proper planning and preparation\nHow to avoid potential hazards\nKey concepts of avalanche awareness\nATV/Snowmobile safety – All-Purpose Vehicles (APVs)\nWater safety\nCommunication\nBasic survival\nEnvironment and wildlife interaction\nWilderness First Aid\nProper steps to follow in an emergency\n\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://alaskasaferiders.org/event/backcountry-prepared-workshop/
LOCATION:Curtis Menard Sports Center\, 1001 S. Klapp Street\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Expo,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Buck":MAILTO:mike@alaskasaferiders.org
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SUMMARY:zz - 17th Annual Mat-Su Emergency Expo
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for the 17th annual Mat-Su Emergency Preparedness Expo set for Saturday\, September 20th from 10 am to 3 pm at the Curtis D. Menard Sports Center in Wasilla. This event is totally free thanks to generous support from the Mat-Su Health Foundation\, the Mat-Su Borough Emergency Services\, AARP Alaska\, American Red Cross\, and many\, many others. You’ll find demonstrations\, training sessions\, games and activities for all ages along with a host of hands-on training activities designed to help you and your family be prepared for all types of emergencies and disasters. \nWhether you are heading into the mountains for adventure\, or need to shelter in place at home due to a volcano\, this annual event will help you get ready. \nAlaska Safe Riders will provide a free Backcountry Safety seminar sponsored by the Alaska Department of Public Safety at the Expo from 12:30-1:30 pm in one of the center’s classrooms. You’ll get the chance to check out the latest tools available\, experience interactive lessons that help you prepare\, plus earn a chance to win some really great prizes that include items like helmets\, goggles\, headlamps and much more. \nDon’t miss out on this opportunity. Bring your questions\, your friends\, family and interest to learn more. And don’t forget to enter the Poster Contest to show what being prepared means to you! This year’s contest is open to all ages! You could earn an emergency backpack\, cash gift card\, and a community service recognition award. Show us your talent! \nGet all the details for this year’s event at ready.matsugov.us \n 
URL:https://alaskasaferiders.org/event/17th-annual-mat-su-emergency-expo/
LOCATION:Curtis Menard Sports Center\, 1001 S. Klapp Street\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Expo
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olds%2C President":MAILTO:info@alaskasaferiders.org
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SUMMARY:zz - Backcountry Safety Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join the Alaska Safe Riders team at the Menard Sports Center on Saturday\, September 28th at 1pm to attend a free backcountry safety workshop thanks to support from the Mat-Su Health Foundation and the Alaska Department of Public Safety Division Alaska State Troopers. Appropriate for ages 10 and up. All those who attend this workshop will earn their backcountry safety decal and a chance to win an Iron Dog helmet\, safety goggles\, and more. Featuring Iron Dog champions and racers. \nThis Backcountry Preparedness Training program will expose participants to the following: \n \n\nThe importance of proper planning and preparation.\nMaking decisions based on factual information about weather\, terrain and group dynamics.\nAssessment of appropriate methods for confronting wilderness challenges.\nKey concepts of avalanche awareness\, ATV/snowmobile\, communication\, basic\nsurvival\, water crossing\, wilderness medical..\nIntroduction to survival and rescue equipment and their proper uses.\nOur impact on the environment and the importance of wildlife and environmental\nrespect. ‘Leaving no trace.’\nProper steps to follow in an emergency. \nWhat to do if you become the subject of a search and rescue mission.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHelmets Thank to Iron Dog\n \n 
URL:https://alaskasaferiders.org/event/backcountry-safety-workshop/
LOCATION:Curtis Menard Sports Center\, 1001 S. Klapp Street\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Chris Olds%2C President":MAILTO:info@alaskasaferiders.org
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SUMMARY:zz - Mat Su Emergency Preparedness Expo
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for the 16th annual Mat-Su Emergency Preparedness Expo. Set for September 28th\, 10am to 3pm at the Curtis Menard Sports Center in Wasilla. Free and open to the general public\, this is your opportunity to get some hands-on training\, attend workshops\, purchase emergency supplies\, check out the life-med helicopter and so much more. It’s all for free thanks to support from the Mat-Su Health Foundation\, AARP Alaska\, Mat-Valley Federal Credit Union\, Alaska Safe Riders and more than 70 exhibitors and food trucks. \nAlaska Safe Riders is once again co-hosting this event with the Matanuska-Susitna Borough Emergency Services\, AARP Alaska\, American Red Cross\, City of Wasilla and more than 70 other exhibitors\, vendors and food trucks. \nAlaska Safe Riders will be providing a free Backcountry Prepared Workshop from 1-2 pm featuring Iron Dog champions Chris Olds and Tyler Aklestad and the Alaska Safe Riders team of instructors. Attendants will receive a special decal and a chance to receive an Iron Dog helmet\, goggles or other safety equipment. Space is limited but you can reserve your seat here \nThese classes are made possible thanks to the Mat-Su Health Foundation and the Alaska Department of Public Safety. \nBackcountry Safety Workshop \n \nLearn more about the expo by visiting https://ready.matgov.us   \n  \n  \nYou can learn more at https://ready.matsugov.us/
URL:https://alaskasaferiders.org/event/mat-su-emergency-preparedness-expo-2/
LOCATION:Curtis Menard Sports Center\, 1001 S. Klapp Street\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Expo,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Debra McGhan":MAILTO:alaskasaferiders.com@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:zz - Mat-Su Emergency Preparedness Expo
DESCRIPTION:Join Alaska Safe Riders and more than 70 other exhibitors for the 15th annual Emergency Preparedness Expo. Meet Iron Dog Champions Tyler Aklestad and Chris Olds. Learn tips and tricks for your safe backcountry adventures. Watch interactive demonstrations. Earn a chance to win amazing prizes from our sponsors including Klim\, Backcountry Access and much more.
URL:https://alaskasaferiders.org/event/mat-su-emergency-preparedness-expo/2023-09-30/
LOCATION:Curtis Menard Sports Center\, 1001 S. Klapp Street\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States
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