Hiring! Trout Unlimited Alaska- Kenai Peninsula Engagement Coordinator
TITLE: Kenai Peninsula Community Engagement Coordinator
DEPARTMENT: Trout Unlimited
POSITION TYPE/HOURS: Full-time/40 hrs per week
Trout Unlimited (TU) takes care of the rivers and clean water that trout, salmon and communities around the country depend on. We are a nationwide network of advocates, outdoor enthusiasts, volunteers, anglers and staff dedicated to protecting places where trout and salmon thrive and recovering rivers and fisheries that need help. In Alaska, we work to conserve some of the most important wild salmon and native trout habitats remaining in North America.
POSITION SUMMARY
This is an exciting opportunity to help conserve salmon and trout habitat on the Kenai Peninsula through working closely with TU staff, community members, businesses, volunteers, and partners. This person will connect with anglers and community members by attending and hosting events, sharing scientific information, and supporting and expanding partnerships. The Kenai Peninsula Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for representing TU in the community and identifying fish habitat conservation projects on the Kenai Peninsula.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, collaborative, and a reliable self-starter who enjoys interacting with a wide variety of people. They have experience and skills in a range of public outreach tactics, exceptional communication and “people” skills, and have a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision. They have a knowledge of and passion for salmon and trout, familiarity with the culture and sport of fishing on the Kenai Peninsula and are excited to contribute to a fish-filled future for Alaska. This is a remote position based in a Kenai Peninsula community (preferred locations: Sterling, Soldotna, Kenai, Cooper Landing, or Seward). This is a salaried, full-time position.
Learn more and apply here: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/2714314
AK Photo Contest (Win a Surfboard)
Hi everyone! Surfrider Kenai Peninsula is running the Frozen Coast Photo Contest, and we’re looking for amateur pictures of people recreating (swimming, beachcombing, walking dogs, surfing) on or around the ocean to prove to the world that despite the cold, Alaskans love the beach! If you’ve got any pictures from Seward, Anchorage, Homer, or beyond, you can submit up to five and the winner gets a free surfboard 🙂 Submit your pictures here: https://www.dropbox.com/request/2bIvcKCXAAaNVcnH29vb
The photo contest closes on the 1st so submit your photos today!
studded snow tires
265/70R17 studded snow tires. Like new condition. Less than 500 miles.
$600 cash. Located on Bean Creek road
See add w/pics on facebook market place
call Mike 907-538-2054
Mike Marks
m.marks@hotmail.com
Box springs
2 twin box springs or can make 1 king box spring.
Free come and get.
Mike 905-538-2054
Bean Creek road
Mike Marks
m.marks@hotmail.com
Gwins Lodge UPDATE & Hours & Beer SALE
Revised hours are NOON-9PM BUT closed Tuesday & Wednesday.
The Store opens at 10AM but is subject to change & closes 10/13.
Call 907.398.3987 if you need something or to verify.
BRUNCH IS NOW NOON TO 2PM. Regular menu 2PM to 9PM.
Beer SALE: We have a special on:
Voodoo Ranger Juicy Haze (3 cases now $41.60 each)
Summer Shandy (2 cases now $34.48 each)
Obsidian Stout (1 case now $37.48)
reservation@gwinslodge.com
+19073983987
Saturday, Oct. 5 Historical Meeting
Cooper Landing Historical Society is hosting the Kenai Peninsula Historical Association Saturday October 5 at Helen Gwin Commons in Snug Harbor Senior Haven. Check-in with coffee and breakfast breads at 9 am, business meeting at 10, potluck lunch at noon, and programs starting around 1 pm. Business includes reports from Peninsula museums and historical societies. Clark Fair and Gary Titis will describe their new book of history and tell about Stelter’s Ranch on the Kenai River. I have a bingo game honoring Dr. Alan Boraas. Everyone welcome.
Mona Painter
monapainter@me.com
+19072026049
Wood Pile Contest 10/6- Enter Now!
Hey folks! Our annual wood pile contest is coming up on Sunday October 6th. We need entries in order to keep this fun contest going! If you have been hesitant to enter in years past, do it now! Didn’t win? This could be your year! Also, if you have a neighbor who may not know about our contest, nominate them! We will call them to confirm their anonymous entry to make sure they are willing to participate. The winner receives the privilege of displaying the Best Woodpile handmade plaque by our beloved Rabbit for the year and a chainsaw donated by Craig Taylor of Soldotna. Information for the contest is below or call/text (907) 230-3055 for more information. We work hard to enjoy our woodstoves….lets celebrate it!
Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held at the Baptist Church annex Saturday mornings 9:00 and Wednesday nights 7:00. This is an open 12 step meeting. If you are curious or think you might have an issue with drinking or other addictions, come join us! The church is located at the corner of Snug Harbor Road and the Sterling Highway, next to the CL Emergency Services building. For more information, call (907)299-2855.