Trails make a community

MAT-SU— Some 150 trail enthusiasts turned out Dec. 28 to see what all the fun is about at the new cross-country ski trails at Government Peak Recreation Area at Hatcher Pass. In the first race ever at the new nordic ski area, 24 teams signed up for a total of 72 racers. View the video and hear cowbells ring in the sweep of racers, including trail designer and former Olympic nordic skier Bill Spencer who says "trails make a community." Assembly Members Jim Colver and Warren Keogh and Mayor Larry DeVilbiss cut the ceremonial ribbon alongside Borough Manager John Moosey and members of the community.

"This  is just the beginning. I see this as a glowing ember of a very large bonfire—We're just going to keep adding wood to the bonfire until we have 40 to 50 km of trails," said Assembly Member Colver.

Click here on the video to see the fun day.

Correction on a name label: Dave Musgrave is the coordinator for the MAT-SU Junior Nordics. For more information call Public Affairs Director Patty Sullivan at 907.745-9577 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.