Bark in the Park Celebrated as a Holiday Success in the Mat-Su

Bark in the Park returned this past weekend as a successful Alaska community event, bringing together dog owners, families, volunteers, and animal advocates for a day focused on outdoor recreation and pet adoption.

Hosted by Alaska State Parks in partnership with the Mat-Su Trails Association, the event highlighted Alaska’s strong connection to its trail system while promoting responsible pet ownership and local animal adoption efforts. Attendees enjoyed a lively atmosphere filled with dogs, community interaction, and local vendors, all set against the backdrop of Alaska’s scenic parklands.

Organizers credited the event’s success to the collaboration of volunteers, partner organizations, participating vendors, and residents who came out to support the cause. Adoption awareness remained a central focus throughout the day, encouraging attendees to consider giving animals in need a permanent home…

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