Above: A large mother bear emerges through the fog and tall grasses toward the camera at Lake Clark National Park, Alaska. Photo by Michelle Theall
FAT BEAR WEEK
OCTOBER 2 – 10, ONLINE
The National Park Service calls this popular online event “an annual celebration of success.” Held over seven days, people vote on which bear to crown as the year’s chunkiest bruin. Park rangers lead the tournament-style bracket, which this year also includes interactive exercises for kids and classrooms. Visit fatbearweek.org.
QUYANA ALASKA
OCT 17 – 18, ANCHORAGE
Quyana means ‘thank you’ in Yup’ik. The cultural celebration occurs during evenings at the Alaska Federation of Natives Convention and features traditional dances by Alaska Native groups from across the state. Quyana Alaska is a treasured highlight of each convention. Visit nativefederation.org/quyana.
ALASKA TRAVEL INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION CONVENTION & TRADE SHOW
OCTOBER 22 – 24, JUNEAU
Alaska’s largest annual gathering of tourism professionals creates opportunities to network with tourism businesses— including tour operators, wholesalers, vendors, marketing organizations, and elected officials—while learning the latest travel industry best practices and business skills. This year’s theme is “Immersive Alaska.” Visit alaskatia.org.
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