Mat-Su Ski Club growth and Projects
Our Nordic trails thrive thanks to dedicated volunteers and generous donors supporting summer improvement projects. Did you know Mat-Su Ski Club maintains GPRA’s Nordic ski trails year-round? This includes all of the multi-use Nordic and Nordic-only ski trails as well as lower Blueberry Knoll and the lower Government Peak trails. From grooming to rock tossing, we ensure a top-tier trail experience. Join us in shaping the path to adventure—support with donations, memberships, or your valuable time!
What we accomplished:
2012, Phase I Nordic trails were built at GPRA
2013 Junior Nordics sessions begin at GPRA
2016 Mat-Su Ski Club completed the “Light the Loop” project which brought lighting to the Pioneer, Matanuska, and Susitna loops at GPRA
2013 Adult Nordic ski Lessons
2017 our “Expand the Peak” project constructed the 5 km Denali Loop at GPRA
2018-2020 Flattop Loop and Flattop Access trail completed
2019 saw our first PistenBully
2020 FIS (International Ski and Snowboard Federation) Homologation achieved for Nordic race courses at GPRA
Current Club Focus:
Stadium Improvement
Timing Facility/Equipment Shed
New PistenBully100
Future GPRA plans:
Pioneer Loop Extension Map
Nordic trail from the new parking lot to the Pioneer Loop
Grooming Equipment Building
Stadium Improvements Phase II
Alaska Long Trail linking GPRA to Skeetawk
Nordic Trail Lighting extension
Snowmaking
