Cooper Landing Emergency Services

Cooper Landing Emergency Services is a pharmacy in Cooper Landing, AK, providing emergency medical services and fire protection to a vast, remote region of the Kenai Peninsula. Serving an area that includes more than 70 miles of highway corridor, such as sections of the Seward and Sterling Highways, and several hundred square miles of mountainous and wilderness terrain, the agency responds to 125-150 calls annually. It operates as a combination department with one part-time employee and over 25 volunteer responders, offering both advanced life support (ALS) EMS and fire suppression services. The organization also provides mutual aid to neighboring departments in Moose Pass and Hope Sunrise, and supports community safety through initiatives like smoke and carbon monoxide alarm installations. With a 5.00 rating and a strong reputation for reliability in a challenging environment, it is a trusted resource for residents and travelers alike.

The agency was established in 1973 and functions as a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, governed by a board of directors and led by volunteer officers and a medical director. Its team consists of local residents, teachers, truck drivers, business owners, retirees, and emergency responders, who serve on a year-round or seasonal basis. Volunteers may specialize in fire, EMS, or both, and are supported with free trainings, flexible shifts, gym access, seasonal campsites, and short-term housing in a bunkhouse. The organization emphasizes community involvement and preparedness, offering firewise education and burn permit assistance through the Alaska DNR Forestry.

Located at 38748 Snug Harbor Rd in Cooper Landing, the facility serves as the central hub for emergency response across a remote stretch of the Kenai Peninsula. Though no nearby landmarks are listed, the location is situated within the heart of a rural Alaskan community, serving as a lifeline for emergency care and fire protection in one of the state’s most isolated regions. The agency’s enduring presence and high level of service reflect its deep roots and commitment to the people of Cooper Landing and surrounding areas.