Education Events

Lifelong Learning and Community Engagement

We are dedicated to offering enriching, one-off educational experiences that ignite curiosity and foster a deeper understanding of science and safety. Our diverse selection of events is designed to cater to various interests and learning needs, providing valuable training and engaging educational content for the general community.

From specialized workshops in STEM topics to practical safety training sessions, our events equip participants with knowledge and skills applicable in everyday life and extraordinary circumstances. Whether you're a student looking to supplement your studies, a professional seeking to expand your expertise, or a family eager to explore science together, our events offer unique opportunities to learn, grow, and engage with experts and like-minded learners.

Check out our upcoming events and find the perfect learning opportunity for you and your family!

Upcoming Events

Wilderness First Responder Course

May 2nd - 10th, 2024

Train on the Kenai Peninsula with the oldest continuously operating wilderness medical school worldwide! SOLO’s Wilderness First Responder course is for those who work as backcountry trip leaders, camp counselors, mountain guides, river guides, and ski patrollers. This is 3-year certification through SOLO, which focuses on evaluation, treatment, and rescue for backcountry medical situations. 

The course is an in-depth look at standards and skills dealing with: Response and Assessment, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Environmental Emergencies, Survival Skills, Soft Tissue Injuries, and Medical Emergencies. Additional topics, such as CPR, are also included. 

SOLO’s wilderness first responder course is led by Dorothy Adler, MLSt, instructor and owner of Wilderness Emergency Medical Education, LLC.  

Minimum age limit is 16 years old.

This is a 72-80 hour course held over 8 days, on a 9am-6pm schedule. 

Dates:

  • May 2-5: Training
  • May 6: Day Off
  • May 7-10: Completion of Training

$1,300/person

Custom Programs for Anyone In the Community!

Ask us about creating a custom camp, event, retreat, mission, or workshop! We can design a unique training or educational program to meet your goals. Contact us and share your needs, and we’ll work with you to develop a course.

Want to Experience the Challenger Learning Center at Your Next Event?

Bring the excitement and inspiration of the Challenger Learning Center of Alaska directly to your next event! Whether you're organizing a school function, community festival, corporate gathering, or any other special occasion, our engaging outreach programs can be tailored to enrich your event with unique educational experiences.

Contact us to learn more about our community outreach programs and invite us to your next event!

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