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SUMMARY:Backcountry Prepared Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do you and your family and friends play in Alaska’s outdoors? Do you travel by skis\, snowmachine\, dog team\, helicopter\, airplane\, ATV\, Side by side\, dirt bike\, snowshoes\, tennis shoes… \nDo you travel prepared in the event you encounter the unexpected? September is National Emergency Preparedness Month and a great time to take stock of your emergency supplies and skills. Alaska Safe Riders will be hosting a free Backcountry Prepared Workshop on Saturday\, September 26th at 1:30pm at the Menard Sports Center.  \nThis workshop will be presented by Five-Time Iron Dog Champion\, and Alaska Safe Riders President\, Chris Olds \nLearn what it takes to travel across Alaska safely. What to look out for. What to carry with you. Bring your questions\, your family and friends\, and come learn from the best! Join the activities and you could win a sponsor donated prize like a helmet\, headlamp\, goggles and more. Space is limited\, arrive early and check out the Mat-Su Emergency Preparedness Expo. Training will begin promptly at 1:30pm. \nMade possible thanks to the Alaska Department of Public Safety\, Division Alaska State Troopers\, the Mat-Su Health Foundation\, Alaska Community Foundation and partners Iron Dog Race and Alaska Avalanche Information Center. \n 
URL:https://alaskasaferiders.org/event/backcountry-prepared-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Curtis Menard Sports Center\, 1001 S. Klapp Street\, Wasilla\, AK\, 99654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Expo,Workshop
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SUMMARY:18th Annual Mat-Su Emergency Expo
DESCRIPTION:SEPTEMBER IS NATIONAL EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS MONTH\nDon’t Wait for an Emergency to Prepare: Get Ready at the 18th Annual Mat-Su Emergency Preparedness Expo. \nEarthquakes. Wildfires. Flooding. Avalanches. Severe winter storms. In Alaska\, emergencies are part of life—and they can happen with little or no warning. September is National Emergency Preparedness Month\, making it the perfect time to take a fresh look at your family’s emergency plan\, build or update your emergency kit\, and learn the skills that could make a difference when it matters most. \nOn Saturday\, September 26\, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.\, the 18th Annual Mat-Su Emergency Preparedness Expo returns to the Menard Sports Center in Wasilla. This free\, family-friendly event brings together emergency responders\, preparedness experts\, community organizations\, and more than 80 exhibitors and vendors to help Mat-Su residents become better prepared for whatever comes next. \nCome ready to learn. Leave ready to respond. The Expo goes far beyond displays and brochures. Visitors can experience hands-on demonstrations\, participate in training opportunities\, ask questions of local experts\, and discover practical ways to make your homes and families more prepared. \nAttendees can: \n\nLearn lifesaving skills in first aid\, survival\, emergency response\, and preparedness\nMeet local emergency agencies and preparedness experts and get answers to questions\nExplore interactive\, family-friendly exhibits designed to make preparedness fun for all ages\nEnter the popular poster contest for a chance to win great prizes and free ice cream from Big Dipper\nBuild or improve an emergency kit. Discover the supplies every household should have in stock\nTake part in workshops\, including Backcountry Prepared presented by Alaska Safe Riders\nPractice preparedness skills that can help turn a stressful emergency into a manageable situation\n\n“Preparedness is something we can all do\, and the Expo makes it easy\,” said Talon Boeve\, Mat-Su Borough Emergency Operations Specialist. “It’s a great opportunity for families to learn together\, practice important skills\, and make sure they’re ready for Alaska’s unique challenges.” \nYour next emergency plan starts here.  \nYou don’t have to be an emergency expert to be prepared. Whether you are starting from scratch\, updating an old emergency kit\, or simply want to know what to do when the unexpected happens\, the Expo offers something for everyone. \nBring your family. Bring your questions. Bring your emergency kit and see what you’re missing. \n18TH ANNUAL MAT-SU EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS EXPO \nSaturday\, September 26\, 2026\n10 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nMenard Sports Center | Wasilla\, Alaska\nFREE ADMISSION • OPEN TO ALL AGES \nThe Expo is made possible through the generous support and collaboration of the Mat-Su Borough Emergency Services\, AARP Alaska\, Alaska Safe Riders\, American Red Cross\, Mat-Su Health Foundation\, and more than 80 exhibitors\, vendors\, community organizations\, and volunteers who are committed to building a safer and more prepared Mat-Su Valley. \nTAKE THE FIRST STEP. \nMark September 26 on your calendar and make preparedness a family priority.\nFor event information\, exhibitor details\, and updates\, visit ready.matsugov.us or alaskasaferiders.org \n 
URL:https://alaskasaferiders.org/event/18th-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="Galen Bridgewater":MAILTO:info@alaskasaferiders.org
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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
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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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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
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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
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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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