by Colleen Lomenick
Mint Hut Expansion
Presenting, the newly expanded and improved Mint Hut! We are thrilled to share updates from one of our grantees, the […]
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by Colleen Lomenick
Project Highlight at Little Su Rotary Park
Trail and park improvements are happening at the Little Susitna Rotary Park in Houston! Earlier this summer, volunteers with the […]
by Colleen Lomenick
Mat-Su Borough Trail Crew Appreciation
The Mat-Su Borough Trail Crew has been involved in a variety of trail projects across the Mat-Su this summer. We […]
by Taylor Raftery
New Curry Ridge to Kesugi Ridge Trail Connector Expands Backcountry Access in Denali State Park
For Immediate Release August 7th, 2024 Media Contacts: Taylor Raftery, Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation (907) 746-8757 Stuart Leidner, Alaska […]
by Colleen Lomenick
Independence Mine State Historical Park Rehabilitation Project
Construction is underway at Independence Mine State Historical Park! You might have noticed Independence Mine State Historical Park has been […]
by Colleen Lomenick
Park Highlight: Settlers Bay Coastal Park
Settlers Bay Coastal Park Have you visited the Mat-Su Borough’s newest park yet? With stunning views of Knik Arm available […]
by Taylor Raftery
2022 Impact Report
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by Taylor Raftery
Alaska DOT&PF Opens CTP and TAP Programs
The Transportation Alternatives (TA) Set-Aside from the Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program provides funding for a variety of generally […]
by Taylor Raftery
Helmsley Charitable Trust Grants $1.3 Million for Preservation of Independence Mine State Historical Park
For Immediate Release Media Contacts: Wes Hoskins, Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation (907) 746-8757 Stuart Leidner, Alaska State Parks (907) […]
by Taylor Raftery
Summer 2022 Mat-Su Activity Guide
The Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation Summer Activity Guide! The days are long, but summer is short, and we […]
by Taylor Raftery
Summer 2022 Alaska Long Trail Update
Late Spring saw a flurry of planning activity for the Alaska Long Trail. Vital community opinions were gathered at the […]
by Taylor Raftery
Meadow Lakes Park and Sports Fields
The Meadow Lakes Park and Sports Fields is a 74-acre park, with 22 developed acres managed by volunteers and available […]
by Taylor Raftery
Four Buildings at Independence Mine State Historical Park to Be Preserved with Grant Funds
For Immediate Release April 11, 2022 Media Contacts: Wes Hoskins, Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation (907) 746-8757 Stuart Leidner, Alaska […]
by Taylor Raftery
The Thriving Winter Communities in the Susitna Valley, and the Dedicated Trail Grooming Organizations that Support Them
We had the great pleasure to join the Petersville community for their Spring Fling earlier this month. Michele Stevens […]
by Taylor Raftery
Some Small Changes with Big Impacts to our Grant Making Program!
The Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation provides around $350,000 in annual grant funding for trails, parks, and recreation projects throughout […]
by Taylor Raftery
Winter Trails and Parks Guide
The Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation Winter Trails and Parks Guide! Winter’s long and we hope you’re getting out to […]
by Taylor Raftery
Summer Trails and Parks Guide
The Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation Summer Trails and Parks Guide! The days are long, but summer is short, […]
by Taylor Raftery
2021 National Trails Day at Reflections Lake
Join the Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation and Alaskans for Palmer Hayflats for a National Trails Day celebration and […]
by Taylor Raftery
Get Outside – Mat-Su!
Many people opt to stay inside during Alaska’s long winters, and with social distancing measures due to Covid-19, many […]
by Taylor Raftery
Linda Oxley, WACO Board Chair, Thanks Outgoing MSTPF Board Member for Years of Service to the Trails and Parks Community!
We started 2021 by saying goodbye to one of our long-time Board members, Steve Charles, who has decided to term […]