What is JGRD?

Juneau Gold Rush Days, Inc. was founded in the early 90s with a mission to educate the public about two major industries that shaped the Juneau community – mining and logging. To do this, the group hosts Juneau Gold Rush Days (JGRD) – a two-day event to celebrate the past, present, and future of Alaska’s resources.

JGRD is an action-packed celebration consisting of mining and logging events, local fair foods, booths of arts and crafts, and activities for children. Attendees can learn more about the mining and logging industries by watching or participating in competitions featuring mining-specific events such as jackleg drilling, spike driving, and hand mucking, and logging events, like axe throwing, speed climbing, hand bucking, and log rolling. There are skills competitions for kids, teens, and adults!

Juneau Gold Rush Days, Inc. is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. JGRD is free to the public and supported by the City and Borough of Juneau and generous donations from the community.