05Sep 2026 by Neyman, Jenny

Slikok upgrades

Slikok trails users, have we got some exciting news for you! Tsalteshi Trails Association has begun a project to improve the Slikok Multi-Use Trails: 1. Highway access: Work is finishing up now to realign the entrance to the trailhead from the Sterling Highway. There used to be several turn-offs from the highway, which could be confusing and lead to unsafe traffic conditions. Two of the old entrances have been closed and the middle one has been widened and paved to make an easier turn on and off the highway. With this work complete, we will now be eligible to get signage on the highway! No more directing people to Slikok by saying, “Look for the unmarked turn-offs across from the dump.” 2. Parking lot: We’re improving drainage, adding fabric and…

05Sep 2026 by Neyman, Jenny

Disc golf course update

Maintenance/grooming

Tsalteshi’s disc golf course is getting a major rehab this summer, involving brush and downed tree clearing, renovating fairways, rebuilding tee boxes, replacing broken and missing baskets and redoing signage. The course was originally built in partnership with the Soldotna Rotary Club, and they’re stepping up in a huge way to get the course back in shape. Rotary and Tsalteshi volunteers, headed up by Will Morrow, have completed extensive brush and tree clearing this summer and smoothed out the areas around tees and baskets to make future maintenance easier. Two baskets were replaced and reinstalled — thanks to the KCHS welding class for the repairs! New tee signs are in the works, with Beemuns doing the wood burning. We’re currently spreading gravel on the tees to create a level, stable…

05Sep 2026 by Neyman, Jenny

Tsalteshi Cyclocross, Oct. 11

Events

Join Tsalteshi for a return of cyclocross racing at 1 p.m. Oct. 11 at the Skyview Tailhead. Cyclocross is a short, lapped course using obstacles and terrain to test a rider’s technical skills, power and agility. It’s also a ton of fun! We’re bringing back the vaunted grass race, with a course set up immediately behind Skyview. Come give it a spin! All riders welcome, but this one isn’t appropriate for the really little guys. Helmets required. Registration is open now on the website.

04Sep 2026 by Alicia Barry

Spooktacular 2026

Events, Uncategorized

Tsalteshi Spooktacular will be Sunday, Oct. 25, at the Skyview Trailhead. We need station sponsors! The more the spookier! If any business/organization/club/family/group of any sort would like to sponsor a station, contact Alicia at ttysp@tsalteshi.org. Come in costume, decorate your station and bring a game and treats for the kids. It's a ton of fun! TTA provides an allotted space, a table and transportation to your space. Advertising your business/group is encouraged! TTA will promote your participation, as well.

25Jun 2026 by Neyman, Jenny

Salmon Run Series 2026

Events

The Kenai Watershed Forum’s annual Salmon Run Series is back — ON MONDAY NIGHTS! Run or walk a 5K course at Tsalteshi every MONDAY, July 6-Aug. 3. Courses get progressively more challenging week to week, with week five repeating week one’s course so you can see how far you’ve come. Registration is open now, here.

25Jun 2026 by Neyman, Jenny

Soldotna Cycle Series

Events

Tsalteshi Trails has its annual Soldotna Cycle Series mountain bike races Thursdays, July 9-Aug. 13. Choose a 6K or 12K race. All ages and skill level of riders welcome, as long as you can complete a 6K course in an hour. In-person registration and bib pickup starts at 5:45 p.m. and the race starts at 6:15 p.m. Trailheads vary, check Tsalteshi Trails on Facebook for each week's location. Advance registration is open here. More information at info@tsalteshi.org.

19Jun 2026 by Neyman, Jenny

2026 Tsalteshi Backyard Ultra

Events

[caption id="attachment_4909" align="alignleft" width="300"] Carrie Setian won the 2026 Tsalteshi Backyard Ultra with 21 loops — 87.507 miles. Second place was Avi Friedman with 20 loops.[/caption] Congratulations to the 44 participants of the fifth annual Tsalteshi Backyard Ultra, June 5-6 in Soldotna! Previous champ Carrie Setian notched another win this year, and set a course record of 21 loops — 87.507 miles! Thanks to race director Doug Hogue and all the volunteers for making this event happen. Special thanks to Amy Hogue and Larissa Arbelovsky for the photos. We'll see you next year — June 4, 2027! Tsalteshi Backyard Ultra June 5-6, 2026 Number of starters: 44 Next Year's Date: June 4, 2027 Race Results: No. of Loops ( 1 loop = 4.167 miles), First Name, Last Name , DoB (24+…

03Apr 2026 by Neyman, Jenny

Sprockets registration opens April 4

Events

Tsalteshi's Sprockets youth mountain bike program registration opens online at 9 a.m. Saturday. We've got space for 80 riders. Mark your calendars, as available spots often go fast. The program is open to youth 8-15 years old who are proficient in basic road/sidewalk bicycle riding skills. Previous mountain biking experience is not required. Riders must have a reliable, appropriately-sized bike with hard brakes and gears and a well-fitting helmet. Sprockets meets from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout June. The fee is $100, and all riders must have an active Tsalteshi Trails Association membership (a student membership or be part of a family membership). Find more information on the program here. Please contact Alicia for more information: tsalteshisprockets@gmail.com. Be ready to register! The registration link will go live at 9…

31Dec 2025 by Neyman, Jenny

Adult ski lessons

Events

Tsalteshi Trails Association is offering classic and skate skiing lessons Jan. 4-Feb. 9, 2026, for adults ages 18 and older. All ski levels welcome, from first-time-on-skis to longtime skiers wanting to improve technique. Lessons are 2-3 p.m. Sundays, and 6-7 p.m. Mondays, Jan. 4- Feb. 9. We'll switch days for techniques each week — Jan. 4 classic, Jan. 5 skate, Jan. 11 skate, Jan. 12 classic, etc. We'll have a lesson on ski waxing, too — date TBD. We'll send an email each week reminding everyone registered of the schedule. TTA members: $10 per lesson (start or renew a membership here). Non-TTA members: $20 per lesson. Or sign up for all lessons and save! TTA members: $50 for all classic OR skate lessons. TTA members: $100 for all classic AND…

31Dec 2025 by Neyman, Jenny

2026 Ski For Women

Events

Ladies: Get your glide on at the 20th annual Ski for Women! Get working on your costumes and mark Feb. 8 in your calendars. The race starts at 11 a.m. at the Skyview Trailhead. Be home in time for the Superbowl (if that’s your jam). Advance online registration is $25 for TTA members, $30 for non-members and $10 for youth. Prices go up day of the race. Register in advance and save — https://tsalteshi.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=524839&item_id=2790778 Guys, you're not going to be left out — get your finery ready for the Drag Race to follow the main event.All proceeds donated to a women’s cause in the community.