Retiring teacher, coach urges Colony grads to ‘find their 68’
By Jeremiah Bartz Frontiersman.com A football coach using a hockey reference as the centerpiece for his keynote address may
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Recent Palmer High graduate nationally ranked in freeskiing
By Tim Rockey Frontiersman.com PALMER — Leif Mumma has been busy since graduating from Palmer High School after the fall
Palmer Buzz: Palmer helps out
By Barbara Hunt Palmer Buzz There is a level of compassion and connectedness in Palmer that shows its’ face on
Palmer girls win Government Peak ski race
Frontiersman.com The first race of the season cancelled by an earthquake. The second was cancelled due to lack of
Snow conditions worsen in Hatcher Pass
By Tim Rockey Frontiersman.com PALMER — After a brief time where the snow in Hatcher Pass above 2,500 feet
HIGH-FLYER Local teen’s talent on the slope taking him to new heights
By Tim Rockey PALMER — Leif Mumma’s speed and soaring ability have brought him to new heights at international freeride
HIGH-FLYER
By Tim Rockey Frontiersman.com PALMER — Leif Mumma’s speed and soaring ability have brought him to new heights at
Local ‘world-class’ venue impresses high-caliber skiers
By Cait Buxbaum For the Frontiersman GOVERNMENT PEAK — At least one thing is certain after the relocation of the first
Mat-Su Ski Club to host Besh Cup races at Gov Peak Rec Area
By Jeremiah Bartz Frontiersman.com PALMER — Poor conditions in Anchorage will allow a local ski organization to make history in
Avalanche danger high in Hatcher Pass
By Tim Rockey Frontiersman.com PALMER — With winter conditions finally arriving in the Valley, many outdoors enthusiasts may be heading
HEADLAMP: Lost Couloir
by ZACK FIELDS At first glance, Hatcher Pass seems dominated by large faces and bowls. These are in fact where
Valley Grown: Former Colony skier earns multiple collegiate honors
By Jeremiah Bartz Frontiersman.com WASILLA — A former Colony High School cross-country skier has earned a number of honors
Hatcher Pass Road now open
By Tim Rockey Frontiersman.com HATCHER PASS — Heavy, wet snow caused an avalanche and subsequent road closure in Hatcher Pass