Prudhoe Bay, AK is a small town located in the Northern Arctic area of Alaska, with a population of 508 people as of the most recent US Census report. It is known for its abundance of outdoor activities and organizations that help support the community throughout the year. Notable local businesses in Prudhoe Bay include Inupiat Corporation, which operates industrial services such as logistics, transportation, facilities maintenance and more; Arctic Logistics Services LLC which provides transportation services to oil and gas companies; and Arctic Slope Regional Corporation which focuses on resource development.
Year-round outdoor activities in Prudhoe Bay include fishing, camping, kayaking, ice fishing, snowmobiling and skiing. There are also various organizations throughout Prudhoe Bay such as Northern Alaska Environmental Center (NAEC), Community Action Agency (CAA) and North Slope Borough School District (NSBSD) that offer assistance and services for those living in the area. For sports fans Prudhoe Bay hosts a variety of seasonal sporting events including Iditarod Sled Dog Race & Winter Festival in March; North Slope Open Basketball Tournament in April; Snowmachine Races in February; United Way Soccer Tournament in May; Little Dipper Basketball tournament for girls in June; Big Dipper Basketball tournament for boys in July; Cross Country Skiing Championships in January; Polar Bear Plunge swimming tournament & volleyball tournament both held during summer months.