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Not long now!

Snow at Independence on September 15th. Click on the photo for bigger image.

New Dates for Junior Nordics Registration!

All families please note that the registration for Junior Nordics 2024 participants has changed for this season. Registration will open on October 9th for returning skiers, and on October 16th for new participants.

Remind App Reminder

Parents and Families of Junior Nordics:  Remember to sign up for the Remind app to receive daily information and updates for Junior Nordics sessions to include Wax of the Day,  important last minute updates and news and possible cancellations. Cancellations will mirror public school decisions. Visit the link below for the Remind App instructions which can be read on your phone or via email.

Junior Nordics Participant Instructions

In the Know!

Hi friends, for the latest news on events and programs, keep an eye on our homepage and follow us on Facebook and Instagram – links are found at the bottom of our homepage.  Grooming updates are posted via Nordic Pulse and Snowio – both found from grooming links on our homepage. Ski ya out there!

Snow at the Mine!

Independence Mine 12″- 14″ snow as of Oct 20th evening. Grooming delay due to mechanical issues.  Plan to groom Friday, Oct 21st in evening.

Grooming ends for the season!

The 18th of May was the last day of corduroy for the Mat-Su Ski Club’s grooming season. It stopped freezing at night this week and the snow is too soft to groom at Independence now.

Thanks to all the groomers, trail-rakers, tree-clearers, and others who made the trails so much fun for so many this winter.

Tentative Grooming Plans May 13-17

Independence Mine: Trails will be groomed Friday and Saturday nights and probably again next Tuesday night.
Archangel Rd:  No more grooming, but still skiable.
GPRA: Snow gone! Don’t stomp soggy trails!
Moose Range: Snow gone!

Member Appreciation Day May 15th

Bring your appetite for adventure, hotdogs and information! Join us on May 15th at 1:00 pm at GPRA for a guided hike along the planned Pioneer Loop expansion.  This approximately 5-7K tour will be led by Board members and will depart the parking lot at 1pm.  We will return around 3:00pm and will stop by the stadium area to share the vision for improvement. For the hike, plan on mucky terrain, walking off trail and a friendly neighborhood mosquito or two.  After the hike we hope you will stay for some grilled hotdogs, a cool beverage and tasty treats.   If you are one of our many Donors, please join us for this event! We can’t do it without you! We appreciate you and want to meet you. Please stop by for your donor gifts.

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Mat-Su Ski Club Calendar

December 9, 2023
  • Colony Chaos High School Races
    December 8, 2023 - December 9, 2023  
    Government Peak Recreation Area, 10690 N Mountain Trails Dr, Palmer, AK 99645, USA

    16 High School teams compete.
    Friday Nordic ski race start at 2pm.
    Saturday Nordic ski race start at 10:30am.
    Come on out and help us support these kids! Click here to visit the volunteer sign up link

December 10, 2023
  • Volunteer: Holiday Tour Hang Lighting
    December 10, 2023  1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    GPRA

    Come on out and help us hang lighting on the Pioneer loop all in preparation for the Holiday Tree Tour! If you can make it, please Click here to sign up

December 20, 2023
  • Volunteer:Holiday Tree Tour Dress Rehearsal
    December 20, 2023  2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Come on out and help us behind the scenes.  Let's make sure the Holiday Tree Tour is ready for event day! If you can make it, please Click here to sign up

December 22, 2023
  • Volunteer for Holiday Tree Tour Event Day
    December 22, 2023  2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    GPRA

    Many Elves are needed to put the finishing touches on the trails and help host all the visitors for this event.  If you want to be a part of the magic, Click here to see the sign-up duties and ways that you can help out.  Happy Holidays!

  • Holiday Tree Tour 2023
    December 22, 2023  4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    The holidays are a time for lights, fun, and skiing ! Come and go between 4-7pm and tour the lighted trees on the Pioneer loop at Government Peak Recreation Area (GPRA).  The Pioneer Loop is a just over one mile, multi-use loop suitable for all levels of skiers, walkers and bikers. This is a free community event and all are welcome! Tree sponsorships are available. Please email info@matsuski.org if interested.

December 30, 2023
  • Mat-Su Ski Club Icicle Double
    December 30, 2023 - December 31, 2023  
    GPRA

    🎉 Join the winter fun at the 2023 Icicle Double Ski Event on December 30th (Classic) and December 31st (Freestyle)! Whether you're a pro or a first-timer, our revamped event offers exciting distances for everyone—5k, 7.5k, or the ultimate 15k. Plus, score a stylish headband! After conquering the slopes, stick around for the legendary after-party with hot food. Secure your spot with early bird discounts until December 28th. Prices go up from December 29th, but the fun doesn't stop! Students (24 and under) get special pricing. Choose your adventure, spread the word, and let's make the Icicle Double a winter celebration to remember! Click here for registration and race info.

December 31, 2023
  • Mat-Su Ski Club Icicle Double
    December 30, 2023 - December 31, 2023  
    GPRA

    🎉 Join the winter fun at the 2023 Icicle Double Ski Event on December 30th (Classic) and December 31st (Freestyle)! Whether you're a pro or a first-timer, our revamped event offers exciting distances for everyone—5k, 7.5k, or the ultimate 15k. Plus, score a stylish headband! After conquering the slopes, stick around for the legendary after-party with hot food. Secure your spot with early bird discounts until December 28th. Prices go up from December 29th, but the fun doesn't stop! Students (24 and under) get special pricing. Choose your adventure, spread the word, and let's make the Icicle Double a winter celebration to remember! Click here for registration and race info.

January 2, 2024
  • Mat-Su Ski Club Board Meeting
    January 2, 2024
    GPRA

    Open to the public.  Please email info@matsuski.org for details and time.

January 10, 2024
  • First Day Junior Nordics M/W
    January 10, 2024

January 11, 2024
  • First Day Junior Nordics T/TH
    January 11, 2024

January 12, 2024
  • GPRA Relays -High School Races
    January 12, 2024 - January 13, 2024  
    GPRA

    About 10 High School teams. Friday afternoon and Saturday morning race starts.

January 13, 2024
  • GPRA Relays -High School Races
    January 12, 2024 - January 13, 2024  
    GPRA

    About 10 High School teams. Friday afternoon and Saturday morning race starts.

January 19, 2024
  • Palmer Invite HS Race
    January 19, 2024 - January 20, 2024  

January 20, 2024
  • Palmer Invite HS Race
    January 19, 2024 - January 20, 2024  

January 28, 2024
  • Junior Nordics Finisher Series Race #1
    January 28, 2024  1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Government Peak Recreation Area, N Mountain Trails Dr, Palmer, AK 99645, USA

February 6, 2024
  • Mat-Su Ski Club Board Meeting
    February 6, 2024
    GPRA

    Open to the public.  Please email info@matsuski.org for details and time.