Embracing Culture, One Step at a Time
Sponsored by the Ravenwood Elementary PTSO, join the one-day event for participants in grades 1-6 in the Eagle River area. Contact Caela Nielsen @ nielsen_caela@asdk12.org for more information.
Join Tlingit & Haida for the Juneau Junior NYO Celebration this February, hosted in partnership with Juneau School District! February 7 & 8, at the Dzántik’i Héeni GymGrades 3-6 are welcome to sign up at tinyurl.com/2025JrNYO For more information, contact Kyle Worl:kworl@tlingitandhaida.gov, 907.227.4998 This event is free and open to the public.
The Avannaa Arctic Games 2025 celebrate the resilience, skill, and traditions of circumpolar communities. This invitation-only event brings together select athletes from across the Arctic to compete in traditional games that highlight strength, agility, and endurance. Competitions include iconic events such as the One-Foot High Kick, Knuckle Hop, and Seal Hop, alongside cultural showcases and…
The 6th Annual Chickaloon NYO Invitational will be happening February 14 – 16, 2025 at Teeland Middle School. Divisions: Juniors (Grades 1-6) Seniors (Grades 7-12), and Open Adults 18+. Contact Leah Walker at lswalker@chickaloon-nsn.gov or Maio Nishkian at manishkian@chickaloon-nsn.go for more information.
The 51st Festival of Native Arts will celebrate the theme of Remembering Our Past to Strengthen Our Future!! Find more info at www.uaf.edu/festival/.
Experience the excitement of the 2025 Junior NYO Games! Celebrate the spirit of youth and cultural pride at the Junior Native Youth Olympics Games! This three-day event showcases athletic skills rooted in Alaska Native traditions, featuring events like the Seal Hop, Wrist Carry, and Two-Foot High Kick. Open to grades 1st through 8th, the games…