The Iron Dog known as “the world’s longest toughest snowmobile race” was held this week and audiences were as riveted as ever. This exciting event had its origins in 1984 which followed the Northern Route of the Historic Iditarod Trail to Nome AK and eventually came to be known as the Iron Dog with the … Continue reading AK’s 2012 Iron Dog Snowmobile Race Results
Mat-Su Valley AK community activities
Mat-Su AK Borough Assembly Approves new road project for Hatcher Pass
At a recent Mat-Su Borough Assembly meeting, officials approved a new road project for Hatcher Pass. Hatcher Pass, which is a popular ski destination in Mat-Su Valley AK, was approved a contract for a road that would lead to new cross-country ski trails. This new road, Ullr’s Trail, would run north off of Edgerton Park … Continue reading Mat-Su AK Borough Assembly Approves new road project for Hatcher Pass
AK’s “Mat-Su Polar Plunge” Successfully raises funds for local charities
Last Saturday community members participated in a unique and successful fundraiser known as the “Mat-Su Polar Plunge.” True to its name, Alaska’s Mat-Su Valley AK Polar Plunge involved volunteers taking the ‘plunge’ into Wasilla Lake; participants jumped into the lake dressed in everything from only shorts to outrageous costumes (e.g. penguins) and quickly left the … Continue reading AK’s “Mat-Su Polar Plunge” Successfully raises funds for local charities
Mat-Su Valley AK’s 2012 Ice Fishing Derby for kids Feb. 25th
Get ready for this year’s Ice Fishing Derby for children in Mat-Su Valley AK! The “Getting’ Jiggy With It Ice Fishing Derby” will be held on February 25th starting at 8 a.m. sharp and is open to kids only from ages three to sixteen. This fun event will be located at the Palmer Elks Lodge … Continue reading Mat-Su Valley AK’s 2012 Ice Fishing Derby for kids Feb. 25th
Palmer AK’s Museum Arts and Craft Workshops starting in February
Take a look at the Arts and Craft Workshops offered at the Palmer Museum of History & Art and you are sure to pick up a new skill this winter. The 2012 Winter Arts and Craft Workshops begin in February and run through to April and are held at Alaska’s Palmer Museum, allowing community members … Continue reading Palmer AK’s Museum Arts and Craft Workshops starting in February
Use the Palmer Day Trip Planner to make the most of your next visit to AK
Want to know ‘insider’ information about restaurants, lodgings, and activities to do in Palmer AK? Well, palmerchamber.org can help with their “Plan Your Trip to Palmer” tool. This handy way of obtaining information starts with a personalized questionnaire to help assess your needs. Simply put in your name and email address as well as the … Continue reading Use the Palmer Day Trip Planner to make the most of your next visit to AK
Mat-Su Valley AK’s Point MacKenzie Rail Extension project to move to next phase
Mat-Su Borough and the state of AK are planning on going to the next phase in construction for the rail extension project to Point MacKenzie. Last month, the borough took bids for the construction of the first five miles of the extension that would start from the Point MacKenzie end; project manager, Joe Perkins, reported … Continue reading Mat-Su Valley AK’s Point MacKenzie Rail Extension project to move to next phase
AK’s 2012 Knik 200 Sled Dog Race results to be verified
Although heavy snow slowed down progress for many teams, the Knik 200 sled dog race was an exciting spectacle last Sunday. Controversy has been following the race results as there is no official word yet as to who the top three winners are. Race officials reported that because of the adverse weather conditions is was … Continue reading AK’s 2012 Knik 200 Sled Dog Race results to be verified
Christmas Tree Recycling Program in Mat-Su Valley AK from now until Jan 15th
Need a place to discard your ‘live’ Christmas tree? From now until January 15th, residents can deliver their spent tree to Carrs-Safeway stores in Anchorage, Eagle River and Palmer AK for safe disposable and recycling. This annual recycling program is sponsored by Alaskans for Litter Prevention and Recycling (ALPAR) and it is estimated that about … Continue reading Christmas Tree Recycling Program in Mat-Su Valley AK from now until Jan 15th
Mat-Su Valley AK Holiday Community Activities: Special Santa Program
It’s the season of looking to the needs of others, and in Mat-Su Valley AK, the Special Santa Program has done just that. This special operation is a unique community service where children’s holiday wish lists are ‘granted’ by volunteers. When the program began in 1997, there were only 90 kids on ‘Santa’s list,’ but … Continue reading Mat-Su Valley AK Holiday Community Activities: Special Santa Program
