Inspired by the Children & Nature Network, this is an active group of Anchorage parents who wish to meet other families of all ages with an interest in being outdoors and in nature. We live in a city with an amazing backyard and want to make the most of it, while also instilling a deep appreciation for it in our children. It is hoped that this group will allow parents to network, share resources and plan activities together. The group is evolving and there are events we haven't even dreamed of yet. Some activities may be geared to families with children in specific age ranges while others are just simply designed to have fun in the wild. Your ideas are wanted & welcome.

Anchorage Outdoor Family Network is designed to be a co-op of sorts. Our hope is that ALL participating families will organize at least 1 event per year to maintain membership.

Many of our events take place in the Alaskan wilderness and participating in them is ultimately is at your own risk. We trust that each adult will act according to what is in the best interest of their children and themselves.

This group is for families with children under 18 years of age. In order to maintain safety and security adults must be accompanied by their child to all events, unless otherwise specified as a parent only event.

NO DOGS PLEASE - We would love to say yes to dogs, most of us have them, but we're afraid of what would happen if we all brought our K9 kids. We want the focus to remain on enjoying the outdoors with our children.

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In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks. ~ John Muir

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  • Yesterday at 10:30 AM, 13 Members attended

    Taiga Trekkers Hiking with Kids

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    Baby Carrier, sled/pulk friendly - from here on out, through the rest of the winter, all trails chosen for hikes will be sled/pulk friendly, as long as there is snow on... Learn more

  • Wednesday at 10:30 AM, 10 Members attended

    Storytime with the Flowers

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    This is a chance for parents with young children to expose kids/toddlers to Story Books, kid music, and crafts for the nominal fee of $1.00. Clay Stephens,the teacher,... Learn more

  • Tuesday at 10:00 AM, 14 Members attended

    Skedaddle - Playgroup

    They rated it 5.00 5.002 (2 ratings) and uploaded 7 photos

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    A little more than an hour of outdoor play with great friends! What more could you ask for? ...

    —Harmony

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    With the snow coming down and warmer temps this made for a fun time to sled, eat snow, climb and dig tunnels.

    —Sondra Menefee

  • February 17 at 10:00 AM, 15 Members attended

    Cross Country Skiing

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    Ski with us! You can pull your kiddos, carry them or let them ski. You could even sneak away for some skiing without them! We can all start off together and just go... Learn more

  • February 16 at 10:30 AM, 14 Members attended

    Taiga Trekkers Hiking with Kids

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings) and uploaded 2 photos

    Stroller, Baby Carrier, sled/pulk friendly - from here on out, through the rest of the winter, all trails chosen for hikes will be sled/pulk friendly, as long as there... Learn more
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Anchorage Outdoor Family Network http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/4/e/c/global_87009452.jpeg
Anchorage, AK 99501
Founded Oct 8, 2010
20101009
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