Community Calendar

Who doesn't love a scavenger hunt! Plus it helps us raise money to continue to support our mission of spay/neuter programs, community education, and animal shelter support.
Stop by the Homer Animal Friends Store starting every Saturday in August to get your entry for each week. Entries close at midnight the following Saturday so you have all week to stop by and get your entry to play.
Join us for Yappy Hour from 4-6pm at Grace Ridge Brewery every Sunday in August to see if you won one of the awesome prizes for getting it right!
And to make it even more paw-some... There will be a GRAND PRIZE drawing on August 31st for ALL qualifying entries!

The Wynn is a birding hotspot. Join us on a tranquil morning walk to some of our favorite bird watching spots. Novice and experienced birders welcome!

Have you ever wondered how the mountains surrounding Homer were formed, or what secrets may lie in the stones and rocks that cover our beaches and trails? Join Taz Tally, aka "The Rock Doc" on Saturday, September 6th to find out! Take a journey back through time with Taz down Diamond Creek Trail and along the shoreline, as he reveals the forces of nature that have shaped Kachemak Bay and created one of the great rock-hounding beaches.

There will be a fundamentals of the rock cycle class on Friday, September 5th at 5:30 pm at Kachemak Bay Campus, which will also be available via Zoom. The Friday class is $30, and the class and field trip together is $89. To register or for more information visit kpc.alaska.edu/communitycourses or call (907) 235-1674.

Traverse rolling trails and summer wildflower meadows on an Inspiration Ridge Guided Hike. This secluded corner of Alaska is more than just a place to recreate—it's a sanctuary for wildlife, a living classroom for conservation, and a place of peace for those seeking to escape the crowds. Take in the sweeping views of Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Mountains, explore miles of trails, and discover the wildlife who call this vast landscape home. On a Guided Hike, you're not only embarking on an unforgettable adventure, but you're also supporting vital conservation efforts that help protect these critical ecosystems for future generations.

1.5-Hour Tour:
June - Labor Day, 2025; 4-days a week
Departing: 11:00am

3-Hour Tour:
June - Labor Day, 2025; 2-days a week
Departing: 2:30pm

Plants and animals aren’t the only things living in the forest. Come learn about different fungi and their important role in the ecosystem.

Have you ever wondered how the mountains surrounding Homer were formed, or what secrets may lie in the stones and rocks that cover our beaches and trails? Join Taz Tally, aka "The Rock Doc" on Saturday, September 6th to find out! Take a journey back through time with Taz down Diamond Creek Trail and along the shoreline, as he reveals the forces of nature that have shaped Kachemak Bay and created one of the great rock-hounding beaches.

There will be a fundamentals of the rock cycle class on Friday, September 5th at 5:30 pm at Kachemak Bay Campus, which will also be available via Zoom. The Friday class is $30, and the class and field trip together is $89. To register or for more information visit kpc.alaska.edu/communitycourses or call (907) 235-1674.

View sandhill cranes with Kachemak Crane Watch

Crane Walks give you the opportunity to view sandhill cranes as they gather for pre-migration staging, allowing participants to learn more about cranes, explore the ridge above Kachemak Bay, and capture incredible photos.

All ticket income will go towards crane education in the Homer, AK area. Please note that while tour times have been set for the best chance of seeing the cranes, they are wild animals and we cannot guarantee they will be present.

Each encounter starts at 6pm and ends at 8pm. Please arrive promptly.

The Wynn’s forest are a curious transition zone from boreal to temperate forests, making this an amazing habitat for a wide variety of plants and hybrid species. Meet a new plant that lives here every week!

Have you ever wondered how the mountains surrounding Homer were formed, or what secrets may lie in the stones and rocks that cover our beaches and trails? Join Taz Tally, aka "The Rock Doc" on Saturday, September 6th to find out! Take a journey back through time with Taz down Diamond Creek Trail and along the shoreline, as he reveals the forces of nature that have shaped Kachemak Bay and created one of the great rock-hounding beaches.

There will be a fundamentals of the rock cycle class on Friday, September 5th at 5:30 pm at Kachemak Bay Campus, which will also be available via Zoom. The Friday class is $30, and the class and field trip together is $89. To register or for more information visit kpc.alaska.edu/communitycourses or call (907) 235-1674.

Traverse rolling trails and summer wildflower meadows on an Inspiration Ridge Guided Hike. This secluded corner of Alaska is more than just a place to recreate—it's a sanctuary for wildlife, a living classroom for conservation, and a place of peace for those seeking to escape the crowds. Take in the sweeping views of Kachemak Bay and the Kenai Mountains, explore miles of trails, and discover the wildlife who call this vast landscape home. On a Guided Hike, you're not only embarking on an unforgettable adventure, but you're also supporting vital conservation efforts that help protect these critical ecosystems for future generations.

1.5-Hour Tour:
June - Labor Day, 2025; 4-days a week
Departing: 11:00am

3-Hour Tour:
June - Labor Day, 2025; 2-days a week
Departing: 2:30pm