Friends of Campbell Tract

03/03/2026

Let's go!

With only one week until the Iditarod Ceremonial Start, let’s talk logistics! Here’s what to know before you join us at BLM’s Campbell Tract:

🗓️ Date and Time
March 7th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
🚌 Free Shuttle Service
BLM is offering free shuttle buses from Service High School to the BLM Campbell Creek Science Center.
-First shuttle leaves Service High School at 9:45 a.m.
-LAST shuttle departs the BLM Campbell Creek Science Center at 2:30 p.m.
🚶 Getting There on Foot (or skis or bikes)
Viewers can walk, ski or bike in using nearby parking lots and trailheads, such as Abbott Loop Community Park and Campbell Airstrip Trailhead.
⛔ No On-Site Parking
Parking on Campbell Tract will be closed during the event.
🌟 Activities and Booths
BLM Campbell Creek Science Center will have interactive booths and hands‑on activities for all ages.
🌮 Food & Warm Drinks
Enjoy lunch from one of the on‑site food trucks, and warm up with complimentary hot chocolate or coffee while supplies last.
🚫 No Pets, Please
For everyone’s safety, please leave your dog at home for the event.

We’re excited to see you at BLM’s Campbell Tract for this year’s extra special celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary!

Event details: https://www.blm.gov/announcement/freedom-250-iditarod-ceremonial-start-blm-campbell-tract

📸: The 2024 Iditarod Ceremonial Start at BLM Campbell Tract.

01/30/2026

How can nature help bridge divides, support youth mental health, and strengthen communities? “In Our Nature” offers an inspiring look through three deeply rooted stories across America. We’re excited to bring this hopeful, beautifully crafted documentary to our community. Join us for a FREE film screening followed by a community discussion on Feb. 26, 6:00pm

For more information and to RSVP: https://anroe.net/event-calendar/ #!event/2026/2/26/in-our-nature-documentary-film-screening-free

12/31/2025

Look what is happening at the BLM Campbell Tract!

Find all events here: https://www.blm.gov/learn/interpretive-centers/campbell-creek-science-center/public-programs-and-events

12/30/2025

Park Ranger (Maintenance)
Open: 12/29/2025 Closes: 01/05/2026
This announcement will close when we have reached 50 applications, which may be sooner than the closing date listed.

Location: Fairbanks, Chicken, and Anchorage, Alaska
Full Performance Level: GS-05

To learn more and apply, click on this link: (https://www.usajobs.gov/job/853289400) USA Jobs. For any questions, please reach out to the BLM Contact listed on the application page.

12/02/2025

Giving Tuesday: Support our work on the Campbell Tract and at the Campbell Creek Science Center.

https://bit.ly/supportFCCSC

11/18/2025

This is going to be an amazing talk about Alaska's Ice!
Wednesday, November 19th at 7:00 pm.

10/13/2025

Indigenous Peoples’ Day 🌿

Today we honor the Dena’ina people, whose ancestral lands include the Campbell Tract.

09/19/2025

Join the Friends of Campbell Tract at National Public Lands Day!

📢COME VOLUNTEER THIS MONTH!
Campbell Tract National Public Lands Day 2025

The nation’s largest single-day volunteer event is next week! We’re looking for volunteers to help with a variety of different service projects including some recreation and trail projects. If you like to break a sweat, help spread gravel on Birch K**b Trail. If you like to paint, help re-paint some trail posts on the trails. Let’s make Campbell Tract Special Recreation Management Area a better space for all. Everyone is welcome!

Please register today at https://forms.office.com/g/fbrLnt516Z

📸: BLM photo