Category: Outdoor Adventures
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Local Experts: Rafting in the Mat-Su
Local rafting experts at NOVA Alaska Guides shares their love of rafting. In the Matanuska and Susitna Valleys, one of our biggest recreational assets are the rivers, in fact, you won’t find many places on earth with such a diverse multitude. In addition to the volume of rivers, their historical use here by natives, explorers, pioneers, and others has proven there’s…
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Local Experts: Fishing for Salmon & Trout in the Mat-Su
Local angler Charles Peterson shares why he loves fishing in the Mat-Su Valley. One reason I love living in the Mat-Su Valley is because of the many fishing opportunities that abound. Within an hour’s drive of my house in Wasilla, I can get to numerous fishing holes that have great runs of all the varieties…
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Local Experts: Geocaching in the Mat-Su Valley
Wasilla’s Todd Stafford shares why he loves geocaching in the Mat-Su Valley. Geocaching was born on May 3, 2000, the day after the GPS system was made available for public use. A guy named Dave Ulmer hid a bucket in the woods south of Portland, Oregon filled with odds and ends, including a can of…
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Local Experts: Mat-Su Guide from a Talkeetna Resident
Trisha Costello, owner of the iconic Talkeetna Roadhouse, gives her perspective on living in Talkeetna. When I first thought of moving to Talkeetna from the Denali Park area, my friend told me “you will just LOVE it… Talkeetna is so Bohemian!” I wasn’t quite sure just what she meant, but I knew the winters would…
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Best Hatcher Pass Hikes
Hike Stunning Hatcher Pass Hatcher Pass is filled with miles of trails that offer breathtaking views of the Matanuska Valley below. There are trails for all skill levels of hikers, from novice to expert, as well as short hikes all the way to days-long treks. Located just a half-hour north of Wasilla and Palmer, Hatcher…
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5 Ideas for the Summer
Hiking, canoeing and camping are a few ideas to get out and enjoy the great outdoors this summer.
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Knik River Valley
The Knik River Valley near Palmer is one of Alaska’s hidden gems, with ATVing, glacier viewing, wildlife viewing and more.
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Gunsight Mountain Hawkwatch
In April, The Mat-Su visitors can witness the prolific raptor migration at Gunsight Mountain and catch a glimpse of the coveted Harlan’s Red-tailed Hawk!
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Year Round Paddling in the Valley
Alaska enthusiasts don’t have to wait for the lakes to thaw in spring to put their kayak or raft in the water. Eklutna Tailrace never freezes and always pleases!
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Christmas Bird Count in the Valley
A nationwide annual event takes on a unique Alaska feel. Participate in the Christmas Bird Count in the Valley!