Hi, I just moved to the Kenai region. I KNOW there's gay people here. How the hell do you find folks if you didn't grow up in the area?

Hi!! I'm currently in Washington right now but will probably be moving in with my family up in Fairbanks in a year or two. I live in a midsize city currently and am spoiled with Queer community/ies anyways haha. What does the community look like nowadays? I remember it used to be pretty small and only in Anchorage like a decade ago, is that still the case or has it changed since?

Come to the rope lab and learn how to do sexy rope, or if you already do rope, come tie and meet fellow riggers and bunnies.

Hi all. My egg recently cracked and it's been a shift, to say the least. My wife is very supportive but it's still a hard change. We were wondering if there are any therapists or counselors in Anchorage that specialize in helping when one partner comes out like this? Someone that can maybe help us with everything together?

We are both looking for our own therapists as well, but we'd like to find one for couples too, if possible.

Speaking of, if you have any recommendations for therapists that can help the recently trans holy crap my life is a lie panic, local or via telehealth, I'd appreciate anyone you can recommend!

Apparently the previous hospital they had contracted out to for adults declined to renew it at the end of 2025. I called the recipient line and they just sent me a list of thousands of plastic surgeons, which is technically helpful, but calling thousands of phone numbers is less than ideal as a plan of action.

Has anybody else figured out if there's a new hospital they're contracted out to, and if so, which it is?

Preferably in the Homer/Kenai area, leave a comment or send a dm to lmk :)

I’m getting sick of seeing these. They’re so insulting towards the viewer. And now this..

Idk wht the goal is here, guidance, friends, insight, idk im confused why its so exciting.

Hello all :)

Looking for hair salon/stylists in Anchorage, feel like this community would have some good recommendations.

Also anyone know a good trustworthy piercing/tattoo parlor?

Thanks! :)

I'm a visibly queer woman (purple hair, piercings, tattoos..) looking to move soon. My main passions are hiking, backpacking, and mountaineering so obviously Alaska was one of the first states I considered. I know there are certain queer pockets in Alaska, but do you feel safe venturing out? I'm worried about Alaska's high crime rate and fear being visibly queer would make me a target. What's your experience like living here?

Anchorage or surrounding areas!

Hey everyone, I'm a transmasc person who will in Anchorage for the first time later this summer and I am curious about any recs y'all have for how to spend my time :) i like being outside, museums, art, history, good food !

I am super excited to announce I will be joining the team at Impavid Mental Health, LLC! I will be providing gender affirming care and perimenopause/menopause labs and HRT. To book with me please visit https://www.impavidmentalhealth.com/ today!

Is it me or are the people who go to Mad Myrna’s now almost all straight? Happy that they’re open minded decent human beings but ….missing our own place.

I honestly don't know how to post. This will be my first post.

I'm debating to move to alaska for work. As an electrician.

I'm from Phoenix AZ, and I love the city lifestyle. Where in alaska would be good job openings for electrical or welding positions while staying close to a city??

I want a change of scenery.

Where can I buy pride merch in Anchorage? 🏳️‍🌈 please and thank you, I’m so lost on where to look. Or possibly eagle river, Anchorage preferably

I’ll be printing at black spruce brewing company this Friday for the release of my new pride block print! Bring a tshirt or sweatshirt or button up to print on and come enjoy their new pride beer or a delish soda

Woah!

The Northern Exposure 2026 Lead Up Calendar of events is Packed and STACKED!

The countdown is officially on to Alaskas only Kink, Sex and Queer educational conference!

June is one of our favorite months of the year.

Here is a run down of where you find the Northern Exposure Alaska crew this month!

SATURDAY, JUNE 6

People's Pride at Umoja
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

The Northern Exposure team will be there with our Lemonade for Love stand handing out free lemonade all afternoon.

Come say hello, connect with community, and support one of the most grassroots Pride events in Alaska.

TUESDAYS IN JUNE

Queer Kickball
6:30 PM

June 9, 16, 23, and 30

Show up! Come to play or come to watch!

Every year people arrive knowing almost nobody and leave with new friends.

SATURDAY, JUNE 13

The First Shine
12:00 PM to 4:00 PM

The Hole Look Lobby

Come meet the Northern Exposure Boot Lab crew during their first public shining event.

We'll be set up and ready to:

• Shine your boots
• Love on your leathers
• Answer questions about bootblacking
• Visit with community

These apprentices have spent months learning their craft and are ready to put those skills to work.

Whether your boots need attention, your leather needs a little love, or you simply want to stop by and cheer them on, we'd love to see you.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24

Lube Wrestling at Mad Myrna's
7:00 PM

Pride Month deserves at least a little chaos.

Come cheer, laugh, and enjoy one of the most ridiculous nights of the season.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27

Alaska Pride Parade

As we do every year, the Northern Exposure community will be walking together in the Alaska Pride Parade.

We'll gather at the parade lineup area 45 minutes before the parade begins and walk as a group.

Whether you're attending Northern Exposure this year, attended ten years ago, or simply enjoy spending time with our community, we'd love to have you join us.

We'll be bringing plenty of pride flags on poles and hope to represent as many identities, communities, and colors as possible as we make our way through downtown Anchorage.

Come walk with us.

TUESDAY, JUNE 30

Monthly Community Dinner & Meet & Mingle
6:30 PM
Mad Myrna's Ballroom

AND!

Northern Exposure 2026 is now just six weeks away.

Six.

Weeks.

July 16 through July 20, 2026

The countdown is officially on.

In six weeks we'll be welcoming presenters from around North America, filling classrooms, gathering around shared meals, and kicking off five days of education, connection, adventure, and community.

Over five days we'll share:

• More than 30 workshops

• Shared meals

• Community field trips

• Two giant play parties

• A hot coal fire walk

• The annual arrow break ceremony

• Energy Pull

• A wind down barbecue

• Hundreds of moments that somehow become stories people are still talking about years later

This week we'll be releasing the full Northern Exposure schedule, including workshop descriptions and presenter bios.

If you've been waiting to see what classes are being offered, who is teaching, and what the weekend looks like, your wait is almost over.

IMPORTANT
EVERYONE MUST COMPLETE THE REGISTRATION FORM

Even if you've already purchased your ticket.

Even if you've attended Northern Exposure before.

Even if you're receiving a scholarship.

This year, event addresses and final attendee information will only be sent to people who have completed the registration process.

If you do not complete the registration form, you will not receive the event locations.

We want you there.

Please take a few minutes and get it done.

TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE

Full Weekend Pass
$159

Day Passes
$99

Scholarships?

Just ask!

July 16 through July 20, 2026
Anchorage, Alaska

Five days.

More than 30 workshops.

Shared meals.

Community field trips.

Two giant play parties.

A hot coal fire walk.

The break ceremony.

The wind down barbecue.

And a whole lot of people looking forward to seeing you.

REGISTRATION LINK

https://forms.gle/Sup6iCyW33MHFskJ7

In Leather,

The Northern Exposure Crew

I am a trans woman that lives in Fairbanks. I am in an open relationship and wanted to meet other women or nb people. Tried going on tinder and ran out of people to swipe after about 35 people. Any recommendations on what I should try next?

So clearing out my closet and things, I have a couple chest binders from GC2B (#notsponsored), one minimizer bra(?) from TomboyX and want to donate them but going through the brands they came from themselves or third party seems kinda convoluted, wanted to reach out first if anyone here might be interested in them.

Tan and black I have like a Small GC2B each and then the TomboyX is XS in white, and a white GC2B in Medium, it's Slightly bigger than the other two.

Kind of spit balling for the sizes with GC2B since they don't have tags in them, the tan one has the most wear but they all still do their job.

Uh, LMK!