About Us

Alaskans for Palmer Hay Flats is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to conserving the natural and cultural resources of the Palmer Hay Flats State Game Refuge through public awareness, education, recreation and enhancement projects.  

The Palmer Hay flats State Game Refuge is one of six refuges the Palmer Fish & Game office is manages, it has is important for citizens to become involved in the future of this unique place.   Surrounded by the largest and fastest growing population center in the state, a sense of community stewardship can protect against negligence and abuse, thereby assuring safe and enjoyable recreation for all citizen users, and preserving habitat integrity for the Refuge's wildlife.  ​

APH envisions many beneficial developments for the Refuge.  Improved access and parking areas, trails for education and viewing, shelters for family gatherings, and eventually a year round "nature/science/public use facility" where people of all ages will meet to learn about the wonders of wetland ecosystems, migrating birds, the season ebb and flow of wildlife, and its integral part in human resource provision and game management.​

As time passes, the needs of the Palmer Hay Flats Game Refuge must be attended to by a complex mix of entities who care enough to see beneficial goals through to fruition.  Individual citizens, the State of Alaska, our Legislative body, the Mat-Su Borough, Federal Agencies, members of the business and tourism communities - we all must "pitch in" to care for this special place.​

Good things are in store for the Refuge.  Proud accomplishments await those who join us!