Alaskans for Palmer Hay Flats
Promoting responsible use and enjoyment of Palmer Hay Flats State Game Refuge
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Calendar of Events

Following is a month-by-month listing of events on the Hay Flats. Alaskans for Palmer Hay Flats encourages community events on the Refuge. If your organization is sponsoring an event or has an announcement you'd like posted, please let us know so we may include it!  Forward details to Alaskans@PalmerHayFlats.org.  In the event of inclement weather, please call
357-8711 or 373-7484 to check on the status of a listed event.

Remember, as stipulated in the Refuge Management Plan, if your group event will include 20 or more persons, you must obtain a permit from ADF&G. Call (907) 267-2812 for information.
 

October, 2010

Wednesday, October 20
6 p.m.

Kendall Park octagon building
Off the Palmer-Wasilla Highway, between the Garrett Medical & Regan buildings

APH Takes it Public

You’re invited to our next Public Meeting! See and hear about the many enhancement projects APH has worked on this past summer at the Refuge, learn what’s in store for the future, and share your thoughts and concerns with us. Light refreshments will be served.


September, 2010

Tuesday, September 7
6:30 p.m.

Sunday, September 12
4:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 18
2:00 p.m.

Reflections Lake
Knik River Access exit off the Glenn Highway m31.5

Autumn Light Photography Walks

Join us for several "Autumn Light" Photography Walks at beautiful Reflections Lake, lead by APH president, artist and photographer, Kris Abshire. Enjoy the lake trail during the seasonal change as it reflects the rich colors of fall and watch for migrating bird species and year-round residents, such as moose, as they prepare for winter. Dress for the weather. Bring any camera you have, or just come enjoy the walk; binoculars recommended. Water and a snack suggested. To capture the warmth and beauty of the afternoon equinox moods and light, "Autumn Light" walks will be held on 3 separate dates.
Friday, September 17
6 p.m.

Kendall Park octagon building
Off the Palmer-Wasilla Highway, between the Garrett Medical & Regan buildings (across from the Bowling Alley)


Hay Flats Family Fundraiser

If the crisp autumn air brings on your appetite, come satisfy it at APH's first Spaghetti Dinner! Enjoy a simple but satisfying meal of pasta, bread, salad and soft drinks amongst good friends and neighbors while supporting APH's efforts to improve and enhance the Palmer Hay Flats State Game Refuge for all to enjoy. A reminder notice will be sent.

NOTE: We are organizing a committee to work on this fun family fundraiser, and would love your help! Please contact us if you would like to be part of planning our first annual Spaghetti Dinner...

August, 2010

Saturday, August 7
Noon

Cottonwood Creek Public Access - Lower Parking Lot

Fairview Loop Road to Hayfield Road
Guided Walk on the Refuge

Naturalist guided exploratory walk on Palmer Hay Flats estuarine habitat. Cranes, geese, gulls, and a host of other critters – examine their tracks and signs. See exotic plants that only grow in estuarine mixing zones.

Wear rubber boots and dress for the weather. Cameras and binoculars come in handy, if you have them. Bring water and a snack, if you like.

July, 2010

Saturday, July 17
9 am - ???

Cottonwood Creek Public Access - Upper Parking Lot
Celebrate the Flats with a "Run for the Refuge"!

To all who came out to "Run for the Refuge" - A HUGE THANK YOU.

Everyone was so patient and understanding of our learning curve on our first race. If we could do a few things over:

#1 Prizes evenly distributed between female/male - our apologies for that mix up. Prizes for age groups.

#2 Better marked turn around

#3 Getting our fabulous shirt design in on time!! NEXT YEAR!!

APH will be sending out suggestion/idea/complaint form via email soon, if you are not on email list but have some improvement ideas, please email and let me know, it will really help for next year!

FOUND - Pair of women's running pants with important set of keys, call me 232-5224 or 373-0543.

IF you see a mistake with race results (below), let me know ASAP, thanks. Sabrina.

Kudos’s to female 10krunner who was picking up cups!!!!

Race Results
(PDF)