This forum is for specifics on what COVID-19 is, how to protect yourself, and other related items of a factual nature. Post your sources please!

Businesses that are open during the COVID-19 shut-downs.

This forum is for general discussions concerning the COVID-19 pandemic, of a non-political nature.

This forum is for announcements and discussion of the Alaska Outdoors University system, and content contained in that system. Feel free to ask questions about the content, and to let us know your thoughts about how we can improve the University system!

This members-only forum is intended to facilitate open discussion between Supporting Members and Assistant, Registered, and Master Alaska hunting guides. Although the content of this forum is visible to all, posting in this forum is limited to guides who have paid the annual $200 access fee, and Supporting Members.

This members-only forum is intended to facilitate open discussion between Supporting Members and licensed Alaska freshwater fishing guides. Although the content of this forum is visible to all, posting in this forum is limited to guides who have paid the annual $200 access fee, and Supporting Members.

This forum is for interaction between charter boat owners and captains and supporting members of the site. Posts should be limited to charter fishing reports, trips offered, and questions from members for charter fishing companies or their representatives. This forum is viewable by everyone, but in order to post, you have to be a paid member or higher, or a charter owner or captain. To gain posting ability in this forum, email us at or call 1 (907) 561-0700. You can register as a paid member at PayPal, even if you don't have a PayPal account. Make your payment to outdoorsdirectory09@gmail.com at the prompt.

This members-only forum is intended to facilitate open discussion between Supporting Members and licensed air charters, air taxis, and transporters. Although the content of this forum is visible to all, posting in this forum is limited to commercial providers who have paid the annual $200 access fee, and Supporting Members.

This forum describes the membership program on the Alaska Outdoors Supersite

This forum is just for tips about how to use the forums on this website. Here's the place where you can ask questions and find out how to do it.

This forum is devoted to women discussing the Alaskan outdoors with other women. To gain access to this forum in order to read threads and/or post in this forum, please send an e-mail to forum moderator Julia or send her a PM or visitor message with your username. Only women will be permitted access to thread content.

Here's the place for discussion of canoeing on the waters of Alaska.

Here's the place for discussion for discussing all aspects of freshwater kayaking in Alaska, including equipment, locations and techniques.

This forum is for equipment, locations and techniques related to sea kayaking in Alaska.

This forum is for the discussion of all things related to rafting and kayaking in Alaska; gear, inflatables and accessories.

Here's the place of discussion of all types of power boating in Alaska.

This forum is for the discussion of all things related to homemade gear or other self-done projects and modifications.

This is the place to discuss airboating in Alaska.

This is the place for anything related to surfing in Alaska; equipment, locations, techniques or just to hook up with fellow surfers!

More website info about Alaska hunting: hunting home | books/videos/maps | services

This forum is for the discussion of all things related to float hunting in Alaska; area selection, equipment, river navigation, hunting tactics, etc.

This is the place to discuss bear baiting, bear tree stands and related topics.

Have questions about how to deal with your game harvest once its down? Need suggestions on how to process your meat yourself or references on where to get it processed? This is the place!

This forum is for discussion of field care and preparation of hides, taxidermy options, and more.

Discussion is welcome here about hunting with bow and arrow in Alaska.

Discuss hunting in Alaska with muzzleloading firearms here.

Discuss hunting for hares, grouse, ptarmigan, and other small game.

Here's the place for discussing trapping in the Great Land. This is also the place for discussing predator hunting, from calling to predator behavior and more.

Here's a place for discussion about duck, goose and other waterfowl hunting in Alaska.

This forum is for discussion of training your hunting dog. Whether for upland birds or waterfowl hunting, this is the place!

This forum is for fishing reports only. Use this to report back on fishing trips you have recently taken, or to exchange current news about run status, fishing conditions or anything related to the current fishing situation.

More information about Alaska fishing: fishing home | books/videos/maps |services | articles

This forum is for the discussion of freshwater fishing in the state of Alaska.

Use this forum for flyfishing only.  fishing home | books/videos/maps

This is the place to discuss hardwater fishing in the Last Frontier.

Here’s the place to talk dipnetting on Alaska’s rivers.

This is the place to discuss sport shrimping, crabbing and clamming in Alaska, including rigging, legal issues, techniques and locations.

The purpose of this forum is to provide a venue where questions about wildlife and fisheries regulations and enforcement can be posed and answered to a large audience. Please read the welcome messages for details on the forum rules and information on how to submit a question for consideration.

This forum is for the discussion of general issues related to the management of Alaska's natural resources, particularly large development projects.

This is the place to discuss all of the issues pertaining to game management in Alaska.

This is the place to discuss the various management issues that affect Alaska's fisheries. Discussion of sport, commercial, and personal use issues welcomed. More information about Alaska fishing: fishing home | books/videos/maps |services | articles

The Alaska Shooting Forum is for connecting shooters in the 49th state. Messages that specifically relate to shooting in Alaska are welcome.

This is the place for discussing all things concerning handguns.

This is the place for discussion of Alaska handloading / reloading.

This is the place for discussion of Alaska gunsmithing, a place  for the hobby gunsmith and enthusiast.

This forum is for the discussion of Alaska alpine climbing rock climbing and ice climbing, including climbing gear, tools, techniques and opportunities.

This forum is for the discussion of Alaska alpine climbing rock climbing and ice climbing, including climbing gear, tools, techniques and opportunities.

This forum is for discussion of ski touring and snowshoeing off the groomed trails in Alaska.

This is the place to discussing RVing in Alaska. From where to go to how to do maintenance and repairs, from pop-ups to full-sized motorhomes, this is the place.

This is the place to discuss road trips to, from and within Alaska, including travel on the ALCAN.

This is the place to discuss cruises to and from Alaska, port-of-call activities and related matters.

Here's the place for discussion for discussion of motorized snow travel in Alaska.

This forum is for the discussion of all things related to homemade gear or other self-done projects and modifications.

Discussion about flying in the Alaska back country.

Here is the place to discuss all aspects of dog mushing.

Here is a place for discussing all aspects of mountain bike use in Alaska.

Villagers call them "Snogos", locals call them "Snowmachines", and Cheechakos call them "Snowmobiles". Regardless, here's the place for discussion for discussion of motorized snow travel in Alaska.

This forum is for the discussion of all things related to homemade gear or other self-done projects and modifications.

The main purposes of this forum are 1) to let you know about new products we have in our store and 2) for you to let us know of products we could consider adding to the store. Only Alaska outdoor-focused products, please!

This forum is for special events being conducted at lodges in Alaska. Please limit posts to special events, seminars, clinics and the like, along with questions related to participation in those events.

This forum is for outdoor trade shows within the state of Alaska. Feel free to list dates, seminar schedules, ask questions or discuss anything related to these shows in this forum.

To assist our outdoors service providers, we are offering an opportunity, at a substantially reduced commission rate, to list discounted services you may have available for the season. OUTDOORSMEN and WOMEN: please browse these listings for some of the best deals of the season!

Have the kids outgrown their outdoor clothing or gear? This is the place to sell it or find replacements!

Here's the place to find or sell Alaska outdoors gear. No autos/trucks/parts, please. We ask a 5% or $50 (whichever is less) commission on any sale or contract that publication on this forum makes possible. Please see the forum rules.  Ways to pay your commission are also listed in the rules. Please place all firearms listings in the Firearms Swap and Sell Forum.

Here's the place to find or sell firearms and firearms related gear. We ask a 5% or $50 (whichever is less) commission on any sale or contract that publication on this forum makes possible. Pleasesee the forum rules. Ways to pay your commission are also listed in the rules.

This forum is for the buying and selling of ammunition and components. Haggling is welcome. Buyers must comply with all regulations pertaining to the sale, distribution and shipping of ammunition and components. NOTE: This forum is for private sellers only. Commercial ammunition dealers may not post items for sale here.

This forum is for auctions or estate sales in Alaska containing a significant quantity or dollar value of outdoor gear. "Outdoor gear" is defined as snowmachines, boats, outboards, ATVs, RVs, campers, firearms, hunting gear, fishing gear, dipnetting equipment, or any other gear directly related to the Alaska outdoors. We do not allow trucks and cars. RULES: All entries will be deleted after the event. Comments are allowed, but forum rules apply. Because auction companies are typically busy, do not expect replies from them. Posts may include photos, and should include the ending date of the auction or estate sale. Listing fees due to Outdoors Directory are $75 per listing. Contact us at 1 (907) 561-0700 or via email at to have your entry listed. Listings that are not paid in advance will be deleted.

Thinking of building a cabin in the mountains? Want to upgrade that outhouse? Hoping to eventually live off the grid? Then join the discussion, because this is the place!

From gathering wild plants to sharing favorite recipes, this is the place to discuss Alaska's wild edibles. Enjoy this tasty treat!

This is the place to discuss gardening in the 49th state.

This forum is for the discussion of issues related to raising domestic farm animals in remote settings in Alaska.

This forum is for general discussion about Alaska wildlife. Topics could include interesting behavior, population changes, pictures, conservation, and others not related to hunting or fishing.

Planning a move to Alaska? Need information on what to expect? This is the place to discuss your move to the great white north!

This forum is for the listing of real estate for sale in Alaska. Please list the location of your property first, in bold type (Anchorage, Fairbanks, Remote, etc.), followed by a description of the amenities. To list your property here, contact our office at 1 (907) 561-0700 or EMAIL US. The fee is $25 per listing, paid in advance. Comments on the listings are permitted, but must be limited to questions directly about the property. Realtors and FSBO sellers are welcome.

This forum is for casting calls for television shows filmed in Alaska. We charge $250 per listing, and allow solicitation for and interaction with potential cast members only in the Casting Calls forum. Members are allowed to ask questions about the show, but negative comments are not allowed. If you have additional questions, contact Mike at outdoorsdirectory09@gmail.com. Payment is via PayPal. Use outdoorsdirectory09@gmail.com to make the payment. Payment must be made in full before a listing is posted.

This forum is the go-to place for our young outdoors enthusiasts to discuss the Alaskan outdoors. Threads may only be posted by those 17 and under, but all members are encouraged to participate in these threads by offering advice, answering questions, etc.

Outdoors activities in Alaska require some gear: tents, GPS, compass, stoves, ropes, etc.. Here's a place to talk about optimizing your outdoor experience with the right gear.

Alaska has its own clothing needs with climates ranging from coastal rainforest to windswept arctic tundra. For advice on what to wear to protect yourself and enjoy your time afield in Alaska, this is the place!

Lose something while out in the field? Find something that you'd like to return to its owner? This is the place to post items lost or found.

This forum is for discussion of homemade gear or other self-done projects or modifications.

This is the place to discuss camping locations, gear, and more.

This forum is for SCUBA diving in Alaska, including locations, classes, gear, spearfishing and other aspects of sport SCUBA diving.

Optics are an indispensable part of most outdoor activities in Alaska, as elsewhere. Here's the place to discuss binocs, scopes, and more for use in Alaska conditions.

This is the place to discuss photography gear, techniques, and ideal locations to get great shots of the Great Land.

Safety, survival, planning, and emergency care in the Alaska outdoors is the subject here.

If you are interested in locating gold, silver or other precious minerals, here's a great place to discuss it.

This is the place to post job openings for those in need of a good employee.

Looking for a job in Alaska? Post a brief resume here so potential employers can find you! Be sure to include contact information.