by Taylor Raftery
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 […]
News & Events
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 Taylor Raftery
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 […]
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2023 Grants
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2022 Impact Report
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Grantee Highlight: Alaska State Parks
Nancy Lake State Recreation Area Trail System Preservation Project Your donations help fund maintenance projects in beloved recreation areas like […]
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Mat-Su Winter Trails, Parks, and Recreation Information
Mat-Su Winter Trails, Parks, and Recreation Information Snow is on the ground and winter is here! That means it’s time […]
by Taylor Raftery
2022 Grantees
2022 MSTPF Grant Recipients We provide grants to support local trails, parks, and outdoor recreation projects. See what our 2022 […]
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Grantee Highlight: City of Wasilla McCombs Cross Country Trails
Bumpus Recreation Area Trails Improvement Project The Bumpus Recreation Area is continuing to develop a variety of opportunities for the […]
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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 […]
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Independence Mine State Historical Park Rehabilitation Project Kick-Off
Independence Mine State Historical Park Rehabilitation Project Kick-Off Independence Mine State Historical Park will receive some much-needed historic restoration and […]
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) […]
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Grantee Highlight: Mat-Su Tennis Association, Palmer Tennis Court Project
Grantee Highlight: Mat-Su Tennis Association, Palmer Tennis Court Project The Mat-Su Tennis Association held a ribbon cutting event in early […]
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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 […]
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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 […]