Mat-Su Trails and Parks Foundation

05/21/2026

Help us get the trails ready for the season at our Trail Work Day at Government Peak Recreational Area!

📅 May 30th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

No trail work experience needed — everyone is welcome! Come lend a hand and help us get the trails open and in great shape for the season ahead.

If you have them, please bring:
• Garden rakes
• Leaf rakes
• Shovels
• Gloves

Don’t worry if you don’t have tools — we will have some available to share.

We’ll be providing pizza, beer, and non-alcoholic drinks for all volunteers.

Whether you can stay all day or just stop by for a few hours, we’d love to have your help. Bring friends, family, and your community spirit — let’s get the trails ready to ride!

Please sign the Borough volunteer waiver as linked below 👇

https://form.jotform.com/260638718794068

https://vmbah.wildapricot.org/page-1075223 https://form.jotform.com/260638718794068 https://vmbah.wildapricot.org/page-1075223

05/21/2026

05/20/2026

Mat-Su trails and parks are full of memories, musings, and photos. Your story belongs here. Questions or submissions :: [email protected] ✨

05/08/2026

🪩The party is almost over!🪩

Bidding closes at 9PM, and we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has participated so far. Every bid helps support trails, parks, and recreation opportunities across the Mat-Su.

There are still some awesome *STEALS*… and items getting spicy 🔥🔥

Share with your friends, set your alarm for 8:50PM, and DREAM BIG ✨💚
(link in bio&comments)

05/07/2026

🚨 THE COUNTDOWN IS ON 🚨
Pair of Expedition Radios!
Glacier Helicopter Landing!
Four-Month Yoga Membership!
Microspikes & Gaiters!
Family Gym Membership!
Ski Passes!
Glacier Tours!

Boy oh boy are we feeling grateful for the generous folks and local businesses who helped make this silent auction possible.

Take a look before it’s over, place your bids, and gear up for a lovely 2026! ✨🎉
Bidding closes Thursday at 9PM, link in comments and bio

05/06/2026

We’d like to share that 100% of the proceeds from our Hatcher Pass Bundle in our online silent auction will be donated to the Hatcher Pass Avalanche Center’s Dylan Lenzie Scholarship Fund.

Dylan was a deeply respected member of Alaska’s outdoor community whose passion for avalanche education, guiding, and mentorship impacted countless people across the Mat-Su and beyond. He worked with HPAC as a pro observer and instructor and also shared his knowledge through NOLS and the Alaska Avalanche School. Dylan tragically passed away in an avalanche accident while guiding in April 2026.

In Dylan’s memory, HPAC is establishing an annual scholarship fund to support aspiring avalanche professionals pursuing careers in guiding, avalanche education, and forecasting, reflecting Dylan’s commitment to mountain safety and community.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to support this effort and honor Dylan’s legacy through this year’s auction.

If you would like to learn more or contribute directly to HPAC’s fundraising efforts, please visit: https://hpavalanche.org/donate/

Thank you for supporting Alaska’s outdoor community and helping continue Dylan’s impact for future generations.

https://app.auctria.com/Redirect/743cd7be-b2ae-40f1-b985-8fdeac5e4dca/fd0b83fa-709a-463f-a39e-9b46c2f57126?event=az-focus-item&data=fd0b83fa-709a-463f-a39e-9b46c2f57126

Bidding closes tomorrow (Thursday May 7th) at 9pm, so bid now to support the Dylan Lenzie Memorial Scholarship Fund!

Hatcher Pass Bundle in Silent Auction - Safe Summer Kickoff 2026

05/04/2026

don’t forget about the bundles, they’re worth the look
silent auction ends May 7th 🌞
MSTPFsilentauction.auctria.events

05/03/2026

05/02/2026

Seriously, dreams DO come true ✨🌬️🪄�
Go on, take a peek, turn adventurous dreams into reality while supporting our local parks and trails.
Planes, trains… and yes, horses! Bundles, baseball, bread, …yoga, ‘yaks, yurts, gaiters, glaciers…
Step in…see for yourself
MSTPFsilentauction.auctria.events

04/30/2026

THIS SATURDAY!

Safe Summer Kick-Off 🎉⁠
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Will we see you there?⁠
🗓️ Saturday, May 2⁠
📍Palmer Train Depot⁠
⏰ When: 10AM-3PM: indoor and outdoor activities available⁠
Free to attend, no need to register⁠
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Educational Seminar Lineup:⁠
10AM-10:45AM: Prevent, Avoid, Respond: Alaska Wildlife Safety by Onward and Upward⁠
11AM-11:45AM: Planning, Preparation, Communication and Emergency Response by the Alaska Mountain Rescue Group (AMRG)⁠
12PM-12:45PM: Wilderness First Aid Sampler with the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS)⁠
1PM-1:45PM: Cold Water & Boating Safety with the Alaska Office of Boating Safety 2PM-2:45PM: Theory & Practice of Outdoor Risk Management with Onward and Upward