2007 Volunteer Annual Report 
Park Volunteers completed over 83,000 hours of service to the parks at a vaule of over $1.5 million!  Check out the power of volunteers helping our parks and join us to DIG IN!

Adopt-A-Park
Volunteers agree to remove trash once a month, and report safety hazards and concerns to Parks and Recreation. A sign is displayed in the park recognizing the name or group name and the contribution they make to the park.

Adopt-A-Trail
Volunteers agree to clean and maintain sections of trail. By adopting or co-adopting with another group you enhance the trail experience for residents and visitors. The group name will be posted on a sign along the trail.

Adopt-A-Garden
Volunteers are in charge of planting and maintaining flower beds in parks, right-of-ways and medians. This summer volunteer opportunity lasts from June to September.

Clean & Green
Groups of community members focus on parks and trails that need special attention. These small projects promote safety and health for all park users. Necessary equipment will be provided by The Anchorage Park Foundation.

Citizen Weeds Warriors
Invasive weeds are defined as “non-native plants, which are introduced to Alaska, and have a negative impact on ecosystems, the economy, or cause harm to human health.” Help control the spread of invasive weeds in our parks by becoming a Citizen Weeds Warrior.  We have events scheduled throughout the summer and are in need of volunteers. Sign up today!

City-Wide Cleanup
The Anchorage Chamber of Commerce’s City-wide Cleanup begins early May. Volunteers choose a park or trail that needs some special attention after the long winter. Download the Cleanup Brochure for a complete list of activities.

Day of Caring
United Way has partnered with the Fairview Community Council and the Municipality of Anchorage to improve parks within the Fairview area with a spring Day of Caring.

Eagle Scout Projects
To earn an Eagle Scout Badge, candidates must complete a project that is considered worthwhile and lasting and they must complete it before turning 18. These young men present and receive approval for ideas to the Boy Scout Council with some projects within our parks and trails

Foster-A-Flower  Parks and Recreation displays over 1,000 hanging baskets in the Downtown and Spenard business districts each summer. Flower baskets can be fostered for $75. Foster two baskets for $150 and we will place a plaque on a light pole recognizing your donation.  Download an application and become a flower basket sponsor today.

Mayors Marathon & Half Marathon
Alaska's biggest race of the year. Want to ba a part of this event without having to actually run it.  There are volunteer opportunities in all aspect of this great race. 

Recreation Programs & Events
Become a volunteer instructor and help share your skill. Or, help program staff with one-time special events. 

Scoop The Poop
This committee helps facilitate many activities in Anchorage to help educate the public on clean water issues and why you need to pick up after your pet. They have helped place over 50 dog refuse stations throughout Anchorage and continue to be proactive for clean waterways. They are also hosts to “Dog Day Afternoon” every June. Check out the great PSA.

Trail Watch
As a trail user you have the opportunity to report vandalism, safety hazards, suspicious activities, and crimes. Trail Watchers set their own schedule, have a cell phone on them and report situations as needed. Trail Watch Ambassadors commit to a schedule, volunteer for special activities, and submit reports after   patrol. Be a part if this citizen based trail safety effort. Sign up at   www.muni.org/trailwatch.

TREErific Tree - Anchorage
The mission of Anchorage TREErific is to “enrich our community through planting, caring and promotion of trees.” We have educational speakers as well as volunteer opportunities to care for trees in Anchorage parks and trails.

TreeMendous
Every year 1,000 trees are given out to residents of the Municipality. Applications can be found in the Daily News the first Friday of April and names are drawn by lottery. One application per household is permitted. Multiple applications result in disqualification.

Volunteen
Volunteen is for youth ages 12-18 who want to give back to their community. Teens gain a broad range of work experience including gardening, painting, park maintenance and special projects. Registration begins in May. Contact Melissa McDermott at mcdermottmr@muni.org to find out more.

Volunteer of the Month
Volunteers who go beyond the call of duty are recognized on the Parks and Recreation website.

Prior Years Volunteer of the Month
http://www.anchorageparkfoundation.org/supporters/2006VolunteerOfMonth.htm
http://www.anchorageparkfoundation.org/supporters/2005VolunteerOfMonth.htm