THURSDAY
Mountain lessons — Canadian skier and climber Greg Hill will describe a near miss in the Himalayas and most recently a misadventure in Pakistan in benefit for Friends of the Chugach Avalanche Center. 8 p.m. at Bear Tooth Theatrepub. Tickets $20.
SATURDAY
Learn archery — Want to learn how to shoot a bow and arrow? Instructors from Northwest Archers will offer their expertise. All instructors are certified by the National Archery in the Schools Program. Northwest Archers will supply equipment. All skill levels welcome. Parents must accompany children. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Kincaid Annex. Free. (343-6397)
Warren Miller film — "Chasing Shadows" is the 66th and latest snow adventure flick from the crew at Warren Miller. Friday show is sold out. Showings today and Sunday at 5:30 p.m., Bear Tooth TheatrePub, $17 general admission, $19 reserved booth seats. (beartooththeatre.net/movies/warren-miller-chasing-shadows)
SUNDAY
Public use cabins in Alaska — What's your favorite getaway cabin in Alaska? Join Eagle River Nature Center staff to share pictures, stories, and practical details. The program begins with the Nature Center's own cabins and yurts before opening the floor for you to share your favorites. 2-3 p.m. Sunday, Eagle River Nature Center. Free program; $5 parking for non-members. (694-2108, ernc.org)
MONDAY
Early season Muni Masters skate ski — Ski program for adults who wish to improve their physical condition, meet ski partners, and improve their skate-skiing skills. Will cover skating techniques, training, personal goals and introduction to ski racing and tours. Early-season sessions beginning Nov. 16 are for beginners and intermediates. 7-8:30 p.m., Kincaid Outdoor Center, 9401 Raspberry Road. $45. (343-4217, www.muni.org/Departments/parks/Pages/Skiing.aspx)
Alaska Outdoors hikes — Alaska Outdoors hosts easy to moderate social hikes every Monday and Thursday, all year, throughout Anchorage. Monday hike is designed for beginners and families with children, on established wide and mostly flat trails for 1.5 hours. Thursday hike is designed for moderate hikers. 6:30 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Check website for location. $1 for non-members. (440-9934, alaska-outdoors.org/wordpress)
TUESDAY
Mountaineering Club of Alaska — Climber and guide Carl Oswald will offer a presentation on his climbs in the Matanuska Valley and surrounding areas. 6:30-8:45 p.m. Tuesday Nov. 17, BP Energy Center, 900 E. Benson Blvd. Free.
Speedskating — The Alaska Speedskating Club offers opportunities for people of all ages with any level of skating experience to learn how to speed skate. The first session is free. Skates and protective gear are provided. Bring your own helmet if you have one. Come at 7:45 a.m. Saturday to get gear, if needed. Skating 7-8 p.m. Tuesdays, Subway Sports Centre. Free the first time; after that, cost is determined based on use. (694-2545, www.alaskaspeedskating.com/)
Challenge Alaska Meet and Greet — Challenge Alaska Adaptive Ski and Snowboard School seeks volunteers for the upcoming ski season. Stop by one of the group's meet and greets, Tuesday and Nov. 20. 6-7 p.m., Challenge Alaska, 3350 Commercial Drive. (783-2925, challengealaska.org)
Avalanche awareness — Chugach National Forest Avalanche Information Center forecaster Wendy Wagner will be at REI for an evening of basic avalanche awareness. She will focus on clues to watch for while in the mountains, Internet resources and what you can do to further your avalanche recognition. (754-2352, graham@chugachavalanche.org)
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