The air is crisp and the wind has blown just about all the leaves from the trees — there’s no more denying that winter is truly on its way. But let’s enjoy autumn a little longer, while we still can. Harvest parties and spooky activities abound in Homer — for details, or for other events happening this week, check out these Best Bets.

BEST COASTWALK CLEANUP BET: Join the Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies on Saturday, Oct. 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a CoastWalk Clean-up from Mud Bay to Miller’s Landing. This area is part of CACS’ CoastWalk Zone 12. CACS hosts CoastWalk Clean-up Days annually to help people get outside, clean up marine debris and collect data about debris movement throughout Kachemak Bay. On Saturday, meet up at the parking area at the base of the Spit on Kachemak Drive at 10 a.m. Participants will walk the four miles of beach all the way up to Miller’s Landing and clean and record data from all the debris found. If you don’t want to walk back to your car, please arrange a ride back to Mud Bay. Make sure to bring weather-appropriate gear, lunch and snacks, gloves, and anything else you need to get down with the debris! Learn more and sign up at akcoastalstudies.org/events/cw-mudbay-25. Mud Bay parking lot, 1663 Homer Spit Road.

BEST MUSEUM FREE ADMISSION BET: The Pratt Museum is offering free admission to the public on Saturday, Oct. 11 as part of the Second Saturdays program! This program is an opportunity for families to explore the museum for free. This month, enjoy a Skeleton Scavenger Hunt throughout the museum, with prizes available, and an “Object at Hand” demonstration, showcasing a raven skeleton from the permanent collection with the museum’s education staff. The museum will be open Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Object at Hand demonstration will be from noon to 2 p.m. For more information, find the Pratt Museum online. 3779 Bartlett St.

BEST WELLNESS WEDNESDAY BET: South Peninsula Hospital’s Wellness Wednesdays are back! On Oct. 15, join SPH and your neighbors for a presentation on dermatology and keeping your skin healthy. Dr. Jenna Aird, MD, board-certified dermatologist at Renew Plastic Surgery and Dermatology, will share expert insights on skin health and dermatology, and answer your questions on how to keep your skin healthy year-round. After, enjoy an hour of Yin Yoga led by Metis Riley. As always, free soup and bread will be provided, and all are welcome! Kachemak Bay Campus, 533 E. Pioneer Ave.

BEST HARVEST FEST BET: Join SVT Health and Wellness in Anchor Point on Friday, Oct. 17 from 1-4 p.m. for a fall-favorite Harvest Fest! Featuring crafts, snacks, a photo booth, hot cider, cocoa and more, all ages are welcome at this event. For more information, call 907-226-2238. 72351 Milo Fritz Ave.

BEST SPOOKY SEASON SCAVENGER HUNT BET: The Pratt Museum is hosting a Skeleton Scavenger Hunt for kids, included with admission, during museum open hours through Oct. 31! Lean into the spooky season with the kids and come learn about the many skeletons in the museum’s closet — er, display. The Pratt Museum is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 3779 Bartlett St.