TODAY
Summer Boot Camp, 6 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursday, Eagle River Town Square Park, 12198 Business Blvd. and 6:15 a.m., Cuddy Family Midtown Park, E. 40th Ave. An outdoor workout in a group setting using body weight exercises, and various exercise and playground equipment. $10 members, $15 nonmembers. (330-0150, thealaskaclub.com)
Parent and Me Walks, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Kincaid Chalet, 9401 Raspberry Road Moms, dads and kids are invited to learn the trail systems around Anchorage and meet other parents and kids who have similar interests. Trail strollers and backpacks are welcome. $5 per family. (343-4217, www.muni.org/departments/parks)
Discovery Tours, 12:15-2:15 p.m. daily, Alaska Zoo, 4731 O'Malley Road. Join a trained tour guide for a behind-the-scenes tour of polar bears, wolves, tigers and more. No reservations needed. $15-$25/adult. (346-2858, www.alaskazoo.org)
Midnight Sun Lazyman's Triathlon, Wasilla Lake, E. Parks Highway. Experience an Ironman Triathlon at your pace. Just finish the 112 miles by bike, 2.5 miles of swimming and 26.2 miles of running before July 22. Alternate activities can sub in for the mileage. See website for details $25. T-shirts and prizes to be handed out at barbecue. (355-6110, sites.google.com/site/midnightsunlazymantriathlon/home)
WEDNESDAY
Fitness in the Park, 12:15-1:15 p.m., Delaney Park Strip, 10th Ave. Get outside this summer with weekly lunch workouts at the Delaney Park Strip led by The Alaska Club personal trainers and fitness instructors. Energizing workout for all levels, adults and youth ages 6 and up. Free. (330-0115, thealaskaclub.com)
Mat-Su Kids Bike n Hike Summer Program, 6-7:30 p.m., UAF Experiment Farm, 1509 S. Trunk Road. For kids ages 6-18. Biking is on Wednesdays, hiking is on Saturdays. Locations will vary. Individual $20, family $40. (982-7553, www.vmbah.org)
Yoga in the Garden, 6:15 p.m., Alaska Botanical Garden, 4601 Campbell Airstrip Road. Bring your own yoga mats and blocks. $8 per person, plus $5 garden entry fee. (770-3692, www.alaskabg.org)
Zumba on the Sundeck, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kincaid Chalet, 9401 Raspberry Road. Join certified instructor Sheryl Hoppman for a Latin inspired dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and International music and dance movements. $8. (343-4217, www.muni.org/departments/parks)
Story Time in the Garden, 6:30 p.m., Alaska Botanical Garden, 4601 Campbell Airstrip Road. Nature Stories for children ages 3-5, accompanied by an adult. $5 per person, $10 per family, children 3 and under free. (770-3692, www.alaskabg.org)
Alaska Dirt Divas weekly women's ride, 7 p.m., Chugiak High School, 16525 S. Birchwood Loop Road. Ride the ups and downs of the Chugiak ski trails. Intermediate with moderate to heavy cardio. Bring your mountain bike, helmet and a teacup for post ride refreshments. Free. (Alaskadirtdivas.blogspot.com)
THURSDAY
Alaska Outdoors Weekly Hiking, 6:30 p.m., Prospect Heights Trailhead, Prospect Drive. A challenging hike. Meeting location changes every week. $1 for non-members. (770-0440, www.alaska-outdoors.org)
FRIDAY
Denali Dinosaurs Family Field Seminar, Friday-Sunday, Denali National Park and Preserve. Alaska Geographic course designed for families with children 8 years and younger. Learn about prehistoric plants, animals and climate through hiking and exploration. Course will be based out of a field camp along the Teklanika River. $235 per person. (courses@murieslc.org, www.alaskageographic.org; 1-907-683-1269)
SATURDAY
Mile For Meals 5-K Fun Run/Walk, 11 a.m., Wasilla Area Senior Campus, 1301 S. Century Circle. All proceeds support the Meals on Wheels Program. First 200 entrants receive a t-shirt. Awards and barbecue after race. $30 individual, $70 family. (376-3104 option 2)
Controlling Invasive Plants, 2 p.m., Eagle River Nature Center, 32750 Eagle River Road. Learn how to identify, control and report invasive weeds. Learn how to pull and dispose of them without spreading them to new areas. Free program; $5 parking for non-members. (694-2108, www.ernc.org)
MONDAY
Eagle River Nature Center Open, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., 32750 Eagle River Road. The Eagle River Nature Center is open on the fourth of July. Trails are open for hiking. A guided walk is scheduled for 2 p.m. Free entrance, parking is $5 for non-members. (694-2108, www.ernc.org)
COMING UP
Spring into Summer Camp, 9 a.m. July 7, 17161 David Blackburn Road. For ages 8-14, open to 4-H members and nonmembers. $160 before June 30, $25 discount with 4 hours of adult help. (745-3360, www.uaf.edu/ces/districts/matsu/4-h)
Hatcher Pass Marathon & Relay, 7 a.m.-3 p.m. July 9, Mile 43.25 Willow Fishhook Road. A 26.2 mile race across Hatcher Pass Summit. Entry fee is $35 until July 7, $50 on race-day and includes a tech T-shirt. Register online at www.active.com. (354-6102, www.willowraceseries.com)
Introduction to Sea Kayak Camping, July 9-11, Cooper Landing, Sterling Highway. Learn Sea Kayak Camping on Kenai Lake. Will cover trip planning, equipment selection, boat packing, and traveling as a group. Sea kayaking gear and Kokatat dry suits provided. You provide camping gear and food. $310 for 2 days, $412 for 3 days. (235-2090, alaskakayakschool.com/calendar/index.html#jun3)
Wilderness Woman Survival Challenge, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., July 9, Fox Run Lodge, 4466 S. Glenn Highway, Palmer. Learn and practice wilderness survival skills, shelter building, fire starting, wilderness first aid, water safety and more. $100. (376-2898, www.naoiak.org)
Women Rock Adventure Challenge, 9 a.m. July 9, Kincaid Park, Raspberry Road. 4-6 hours of biking, flat water paddling and trekking in teams of 2-3. New racers to and veterans welcome. $75 for 2 person team, $100 for 3 person team. Prices go up by $25 on June 30. (529-8985, www.alaskaadventureracing.com)
Anchorage Weed Smackdown, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. July 9, Valley of the Moon Park, 610 W. 17th Ave. Help preserve Alaska's fish, wildlife, and natural areas by removing aggressive non-native plants along Chester Creek. Form a team and register on-line or come alone and join a team. The family-friendly event includes prizes and lunch. Free. (441-7366, www.weedwar.org)
On-Location Photography Workshop, July 22-24, Retired Anchorage Daily News photographer Jim Lavrakas will show students how to make the best of outdoor locations and natural lighting to make dramatic and emotive portraits. The workshop includes instruction, water taxi transportation from Homer, meals, rustic accommodations in large, platform wall tents, and trips to Seldovia and Red Mountain. Participants will need their own digital camera, flash attachment, a wide angle and telephoto lens and/or a zoom that covers that range. $385. (235-3633, www.lavrakas.com/editorial/port/index.htm)
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