June 17, 2009
Join TREEriffic and Municipal Forester Scott Stringer Next Week for a Tree Walk
On Wednesday, July 8, from noon to 1 p.m., grab your lunch and your tree questions and come on down to Springer Park for a lunch time tree walk.

June 15, 2009
YEP Teens Restore Taku Lake Raingarden
On Thursday, Youth Employment in Parks crews restored the Taku Lake Raingarden. Crews pulled weeds, added new plants, sifted gravel and mulched the entire area. This project was an opportunity for teens to learn more about waterways in our community.

June 1, 2009
Standish Park Fix-Its
On Wednesday, May 27, volunteers from Royal Caribbean cruise lines "Cleaned and Greened" Standish Park. Volunteers removed graffiti, weeded, improved visibility, added a new trash can and made safety improvements.

The Standish Park Block Party on May 29 was a huge success! Over 75 neighbors came out to celebrate their revitalized park with a BBQ, games for kids, playground fun, facepainting and a teen art showcase.

More coverage from KTUU

May 28, 2009
Standish Park Block Party Tomorrow
On Wednesday, volunteers revitalized Standish Park. Friday, we'll celebrate with a community barbecue. Music, dance and activities for kids included! Join Acting Mayor Matt Claman, Senator Bill Wielechowski, Parks & Rec and the Anchorage Park Foundation between 5 - 8 pm for a community celebration.

May 20, 2009
Horticulture Hanging Flower Baskets
Yesterday, the horticulture department began hanging flower baskets throughout Anchorage. For more on Anchorage's famous flowers, check out our Self-Guided Flower Walking Tour.

May 4, 2009
Lyn Ary Park Master Plan Update
The Parks & Recreation Department is soliciting community input to update the master plan for Lyn Ary Park. Click on the links below to participate in a survey on the future of the park.
Adults' Survey
Kids' Survey

April 27, 2009
Park & Play Art Projects
This summer, the Parks & Recreation Department and the Anchorage Park Foundation will partner to provide the Park & Play program to Anchorage families. Children will play, learn and explore in five Anchorage parks each afternoon. Click here for more.

April 21, 2009
ADN Article Features Biking Trails
An article in the Anchorage Daily News today features mountain biking opportunities throughout Anchorage, including the new Singletrack trails in Far North Bicentennial park supported by a 2008 Anchorage Park Foundation Challenge Grant.

April 13, 2009
Summer Field Technician Jobs Available
A UAF graduate student is looking for 2 field technicians to assist with field data collection on a stream-riparian research project from May 20 to August 20, 2009.  Position includes diverse field work responsibilities and some lab/office responsibilities. Read more here.

April 1, 2009
Summer Science in the Parks
Youth Employment in Parks crews and Parks & Recreation staff will use federal grant funding for forestry health and invasive weed control projects in Anchorage parks this summer.

March 30, 2009
YEP Closes Application Period for Crew Member Positions
YEP leaders will begin the interview process for YEP crew members this week. For more information, please contact April Reed at ReedAD@muni.org. Field educator positions are still available.

March 23, 2009
Friday, March 27 is the last day to apply to be a YEP Crew Member
If you’re 16-19 years old and haven’t already applied for the Youth Employment in Parks Crew Member position, you still have time! Applications close Friday at 10 pm.

March 17, 2009
Children Who Live Near Parks Are More Active
A recent study proved what most parks supporters have long suspected: children who grow up near parks are more likely to walk to school and for leisure reasons. To find your neighborhood park, check out our Google map!

March 6, 2009
Cuddy Family Midtown Park Contractor Wins Associated General Contractors Award
Roger Hickel Contracting, Inc. recently won the AGC award for "Meeting the Challenge of a Job" in Cuddy Family Midtown Park.

March 5, 2009
The Iditarod & the Tour of Anchorage Hit Anchorage Trails This Weekend
Whether you're a cross-country skier or an Iditarod spectator, there will be plenty to do in Anchorage Parks and trails this weekend. If you want to avoid downtown congestion, why not find a spot along the Chester Creek trail to watch the mushers go by?

February 23, 2009
Join Parks & Recreation for 2009 Strategic Thinking Meetings
At four district community meetings, you can work with Parks & Recreation to update the Strategic Plan, have your say on repair of parks in your neighborhood, see plans for upcoming park projects, and learn how to volunteer and get involved in park projects throughout Anchorage.

February 16, 2009
Anchorage Park Foundation Honors Elizabeth Peratrovich
Monday, Feb. 16 is Elizabeth Peratrovich Day. This summer, the Anchorage Park Foundation and the Parks & Recreation Department partnered with the Friends of Peratrovich Park to unveil a sculpture honoring Roy & Elizabeth Peratrovich.

Volunteer Opportunities
In 2007, 8,483 volunteers invested more than 83,503 hours of their time in parks, on trails, and in recreation centers. Learn what you can do to help!

Anchorage Residents Care About Their Parks
The Anchorage Park Foundation has raised over $15.6 million to date. Thank you for your generous support!