News & Events

Help us Expand Settlers Bay Coastal Park

We’re excited to announce that GLT plans to buy 187 acres of undeveloped land adjacent to Settlers Bay Coastal Park to bring the total size of the park to 480 acres. Join us in our efforts to raise the final funding needed to get this project completed!

2022 Winter Party

SAVE THE DATE! We’re excited to gather with you all back in-person at Williwaw this year to celebrate another amazing year of working together to conserve the lands and waters we love. Thursday, December 1st, 2022, 5:30 – 8:30 PMWilliwaw Social – 609 F Street, Anchorage RSVP to lkugel@greatlandtrust.org or (907) 278-4998.

Bodenburg Butte Photo Contest

Amateur and professional photographers are invited to submit high quality images taken of/at/from Bodenburg Butte during any season, and from any year. WHY THE BUTTE? Bodenburg Butte is one of the most popular hikes in the Mat-Su Valley, and an iconic feature in the stunning landscape of the area. We want to celebrate our collective love for the Butte and encourage folks to revisit an old favorite or check out a new hike this summer More

LTA Accreditation Renewal Public Notice

The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Great Land Trust is pleased to announce it is applying for renewal of accreditation. A public comment period is now open. The Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance, conducts an extensive review of each applicant’s policies and programs. The Commission invites public input and accepts signed, More

2021 Winter Party

2021 Winter Party
Two nights, two ways to celebrate, one great mission.

Settlers Bay Coastal Park Exploration Day

Join us on Saturday, August 14th, 2021 for a free, family-friendly day of exploring Settlers Bay Coastal Park in Wasilla. This almost 300-acre park offers miles of walking trails, some singletrack bike trails, coastal views, and access to the Palmer Hay Flats. We’ll be at the north parking lot with information and a variety of activities for the whole family! The event will kick off at 11am with a short land acknowledgement ceremony. Some of More

June First Friday at Turnagain Brewing

Join us on Friday, June 4th at Turnagain Brewing in Anchorage for a First Friday event! Local artist Don Kolstad has generously donated five watercolor paintings that feature GLT-conserved properties. These paintings will be on display all month and available for purchase as a fundraiser for GLT. GLT staff will be at the brewery on June 4th to say hi, share updates about projects, and hand out new stickers. Stop by to grab a beer, More

Sandhill Crane Photo Contest

Amateur and professional photographers are invited to submit high quality images taken of Sandhill Cranes in Southcentral Alaska during any season, and from any year. Why Sandhill Cranes? With a distinctive look and call, Sandhill Cranes are hard to miss and always a delight to see. These magnificent birds travel thousands of miles, migrating north to Alaska in the springtime, and south to warmer climes in the fall. The cranes rely on stopover sites during More

Watercolor Classes of GLT Properties

One of the many things we love about conserved land is its natural beauty and unspoiled views. These spots often lend themselves to creators as the subjects of stunning photos and works of art. This winter, we’re excited to be partnering with local artist Don Kolstad to be offering a 5-week series of watercolor classes (over Zoom), featuring a new GLT property each week as the subject. About the Artist Don Kolstad has been a More