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LiamG at 14:25, 15 November 2025

2025-11-15T14:25:47Z

LiamG at 14:08, 15 November 2025

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	For frequent flyer programs: see https://www.alaskaair.com/ and https://www.flygrant.com/		For frequent flyer programs: see https://www.alaskaair.com/ and https://www.flygrant.com/

	Alaska Airlines also has the Club49 program (https://www.alaskaair.com/content~~/mileage-plan~~/club-49). As an Alaska Resident, one can apply and will get two free checked bags up to 50 pounds flying to any destination outside of Alaska along with other benefits.		Alaska Airlines also has the Club49 program ([https://www.alaskaair.com/atmosrewards/content/club-49]). As an Alaska Resident, one can apply and will get two free checked bags up to 50 pounds flying to any destination outside of Alaska along with other benefits.

	There are small charters that will fly you for sightseeing tours or to drop you off at a remote location for a hunting, fishing, or camping trip. https://www.renfrosalaskanadventures.com/ and https://www.pbadventures.com/		There are small charters that will fly you for sightseeing tours or to drop you off at a remote location for a hunting, fishing, or camping trip. https://www.renfrosalaskanadventures.com/ and https://www.pbadventures.com/

LiamG: /* YUKON Kuskokwim Regional Aquatic Center */

2024-11-02T23:12:11Z

YUKON Kuskokwim Regional Aquatic Center

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	While the Athabascan alphabet does include the letter “X” the Yupik alphabet does not.		While the Athabascan alphabet does include the letter “X” the Yupik alphabet does not.

	===~~YUKON~~ Kuskokwim Regional Aquatic Center===		===Yukon Kuskokwim Regional Aquatic Center===
	Bethel’s new pool and recreation center was opened in November of 2014. It has a six-lane pool with a slide and kiddie pool. The gym center has treadmills, a stair machine, elliptical machines, bikes and top of the line weight equipment. Classes such as Spinning, Zumba, Yoga, Boot camp, and Judo are offered as well as swimming lessons. Contact the YK Fitness Center for more information. 543-0390 or http://www.ykfitness.org/		Bethel’s new pool and recreation center was opened in November of 2014. It has a six-lane pool with a slide and kiddie pool. The gym center has treadmills, a stair machine, elliptical machines, bikes and top of the line weight equipment. Classes such as Spinning, Zumba, Yoga, Boot camp, and Judo are offered as well as swimming lessons. Contact the YK Fitness Center for more information. 543-0390 or http://www.ykfitness.org/

	===Zoning===		===Zoning===
	It may not seem like Bethel has any zoning, but there are a few rules. Some areas are zoned general use and are wide open for any type of enterprise, others are more strictly residential. Some subdivisions allow up to two dogs, such as Blueberry and Hoffman, others allow dog yards of 10 or more, such as City Subdivision. For more information, contact City Hall at 543-2047 or https://www.cityofbethel.org/		It may not seem like Bethel has any zoning, but there are a few rules. Some areas are zoned general use and are wide open for any type of enterprise, others are more strictly residential. Some subdivisions allow up to two dogs, such as Blueberry and Hoffman, others allow dog yards of 10 or more, such as City Subdivision. For more information, contact City Hall at 543-2047 or https://www.cityofbethel.org/

LiamG: /* Video Rental */

2024-11-02T23:11:24Z

Video Rental

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	Recycling is voluntary. AVCP will pick up aluminum cans and #1 plastic bottles for recycling.		Recycling is voluntary. AVCP will pick up aluminum cans and #1 plastic bottles for recycling.

	~~===Video Rental===~~
	~~Video World: 543-4422. AC has a red box as well.~~

	===Volunteer===		===Volunteer===

LiamG: /* Utilities */

2024-11-02T23:10:09Z

Utilities

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	===Utilities===		===Utilities===
	Electric- AVEC: 543-2038		Electric- AVEC: 543-2038

	Oil –Top Fuel, Delta Western, Vitus		Oil –Top Fuel, Delta Western, Vitus

LiamG: /* Snow machine/Snow Go */

2024-11-02T23:09:56Z

Snow machine/Snow Go

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	===Snow machine/Snow Go===		===Snow machine/Snow Go===
	A snow machine is great way to get around in the winter. Like boats, snow machines can be bought used. ~~Back Creek Marine and the~~ Prop Shop ~~also sell~~ snow machines. Make sure you have warm winter clothes before going out and never go alone.		A snow machine is great way to get around in the winter. Like boats, snow machines can be bought used. The Prop Shop sells snow machines. Make sure you have warm winter clothes before going out and never go alone.

	Get one and open up a new world of exploring and winter camping. Follow the K-300 dog race through its course or just use for tool errands. There is a lot of country to see!		Get one and open up a new world of exploring and winter camping. Follow the K-300 dog race through its course or just use for tool errands. There is a lot of country to see!

LiamG: /* Crafts */

2024-11-02T23:06:15Z

Crafts

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	===Crafts===		===Crafts===
	~~(Native Crafts)~~

	People sell their Native crafts at Saturday Market. Many different crafts (earrings, fur hats and mittens, mukluks, ivory carvings, ulus) are made and sold.		People sell their Native crafts at Saturday Market. Many different crafts (earrings, fur hats and mittens, mukluks, ivory carvings, ulus) are made and sold.

LiamG at 23:05, 2 November 2024

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	===Airlines===		===Airlines===

LiamG: /* Alcohol */

2024-11-02T23:02:32Z

Alcohol

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	===Airlines===		===Airlines===

	Alaska Air is the only carrier that connects Bethel with the rest of the world. ~~Currently, there is only one flight~~ from ~~Bethel to~~ Anchorage ~~every day~~.		Alaska Air is the only carrier that connects Bethel with the rest of the world. There are 2-3 flights daily to/from Anchorage.

	Grant ~~Aviation flies~~ to the ~~remote~~ villages of the YK Delta.		Grant, Yute, Fox, Ravn, and other charter companies fly to the villages of the YK Delta.

	~~Both airlines offer~~ frequent flyer programs~~. See~~ https://www.alaskaair.com/ and https://www.flygrant.com/		For frequent flyer programs: see https://www.alaskaair.com/ and https://www.flygrant.com/

	Alaska Airlines also has the Club49 program (https://www.alaskaair.com/content/mileage-plan/club-49). As an Alaska Resident, one can apply and will get two free checked bags up to 50 pounds flying to any destination outside of Alaska along with other benefits.		Alaska Airlines also has the Club49 program (https://www.alaskaair.com/content/mileage-plan/club-49). As an Alaska Resident, one can apply and will get two free checked bags up to 50 pounds flying to any destination outside of Alaska along with other benefits.
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	===Alcohol===		===Alcohol===

	Bethel is a damp community. You can have alcohol here, but there is no liquor store. You can mail order alcohol from stores in Anchorage, but there is a limit on the quantity. There ~~is one restaurant~~ that ~~serves~~ beer and wine.		Bethel is a damp community. You can have alcohol here, but there is no liquor store. You can mail order alcohol from stores in Anchorage, but there is a limit on the quantity. There are two restaurants that serve beer and wine (Fili's Pizza and Uncommon Pizza).

	Most of the surrounding villages are dry. Alcohol in any form is illegal, but there are people who consume it. A few villages are damp, and a few are wet—they have liquor stores.		Most of the surrounding villages are dry. Alcohol in any form is illegal, but there are people who consume it. A few villages are damp and a few are wet—they have liquor stores.

	===Amazon Prime===		===Amazon Prime===
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	===Civil Air Patrol===		===Civil Air Patrol===
	If you are a pilot, this is a great way to build up your “hours” inexpensively and to make contact with other pilots in town. CAP owns and operates two planes including a deHavilland Beaver, the ultimate Bush plane. Even though you may not fly, have you considered being an observer or ground support in this vital service of search and rescue? If interested call 543-2359.		If you are a pilot, this is a great way to build up your “hours” inexpensively and to make contact with other pilots in town. CAP owns and operates two planes including a deHavilland Beaver, the ultimate Bush plane. Even though you may not fly, have you considered being an observer or ground support in this vital service of search and rescue? If interested call 543-2359.

	~~===COVID-19===~~
	Like the rest of the country and world, the coronavirus has affected life in Bethel. Some businesses have closed, and some only take phone orders. You will need to wear face coverings to enter the grocery stores. Travel to some villages has been restricted. Free COVID-19 testing is offered at the airport for anyone arriving in Bethel. Many indoor community events are on hold.

	===Coffee===		===Coffee===

JenniferH: /* Restaurants */

2021-09-28T19:00:48Z

Restaurants

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	===Restaurants===		===Restaurants===
	There are many restaurants in town (and they are smoke free!) offering Chinese, Italian, and American cuisine. Your best bet is to talk to someone who has been in Bethel for a while for recommendations. You can also visit http://www.eatbethel.com/ to see menus. Some restaurants allow for online ordering, and most deliver free.		There are many restaurants in town (and they are smoke free!) offering Chinese, Italian, and American cuisine. Your best bet is to talk to someone who has been in Bethel for a while for recommendations.

			You can also visit http://www.eatbethel.com/ to see menus. Some restaurants allow for online ordering, and most deliver free.

	===Schools===		===Schools===