It has been a very different fall for the board of directors. Losing Shirley was a shock, and surgeries for other board members has put us a bit behind getting out the membership bills. Please be patient with us.
The new website is in process. Please send in updated information that you wish as that request will be forthcoming. We hope this new website will help all of us to increase our exposure to our clients.
Have you a vision of Cooper Landing in 10 years? The bypass will hopefully be finished, Three Bears a member of the community and the look of Cooper Landing will be changing. Do you want to explore a winter economy? Extend the shoulder seasons? If you have ideas, bring them to the Chamber. We would love to help the community grow into a beautiful year round destination if that is the community desires.
Have glorious Thanksgiving with friends and family.
Thank you,
Cheryle James President
Cooper Landing, Alaska 99572
info@cooperlandingchamber.com
Cooper Landing Trails
• The new Cooper Landing Trails website design is getting closer to launch. We hope to have it up and running in time for snow trail grooming reports.
• We held a CLT work-day at the Devil’s Creek snow trails and have the trails prepped for winter grooming. We’d like to thank Martha Story, Theo Lexmond, Lou Prill, Monika Adam, Ian Hlavin, Neil Pedersen, and of course our officers, David Story and Janette Cadieux for their efforts.
• Recall that CLT won’t be allowed to groom the Russian River Campground again this winter due to construction scheduling for the improvements there. You may still snowshoe or ski in on your own.
• The new snow trails equipment has been ordered and the new snowmobile is here! These items were made possible by a grant from the Recreational Trails Program. If you are curious you may read more about RTP at the following website: https://dnr.alaska.gov/ parks/grants/trails.htm
• The Cooper Landing Town Road Pathway Planning Project was select as the #1 priority at the community meeting with the Borough so it will go into the list of capital improvement projects that the Borough will submit to the State. From there the State will select items from Boroughs across the state to apply funding. Keep your fingers crossed that we get funded. It would be a big step forward to get the planning phase of the project accomplished.
• CLT officers, David and Janette, continue to meet with Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance (RTCA) to work on how to advance our CLTRPPP.
• For other details please see the notes of meetings posted on our website “News” page. https://www.walkcooperlanding.org/news.
Contact Us: walkcooperlanding@gmail.com walkcooperlanding.org PO Box 863 Cooper Landing, AK 99572
Cooper Landing Library News
Stay Visible When You Bike and Walk
Did you know? In Alaska’s dark winters, your choice of clothing can be a lifesaver. Here’s a startling fact:
Drivers can only see someone walking in dark clothing from 55 feet away. But with reflective materials? That distance jumps to 500 feet!
That’s why we’ve teamed up with the Center for Safe Alaskans to provide you with free reflective tape, available at the library.
Tips for using the reflective tape:
1. Cut reflective tape into smaller pieces to maximize use.
2. Stick it on clean, dry surfaces.
3. Add it to winter gear, backpacks, bikes, helmets, wheelchairs and even dog leashes.
4. Place tape to outline your shape and highlight moving parts like sleeves and pant legs.
Need more? Order additional tape directly from the Center for Safe Alaskans: https://safealaskans.org/reflectivetape/ Let’s shine bright and stay safe this winter, Alaska!
How you can help our library:
Our library provides invaluable services to the community. In addition to book and movie checkouts, we provide an online catalog, access to the Alaska Digital Library, internet, and up-to-date computers, printers, and fax for public use.
•Volunteer! Email Virginia at cooperlandinglibrary@gmail.com if you would like to contribute time. We are always looking for volunteers to work a regular shift, substitute, and/or provide expertise and service in specialized areas, such as accounting or information technology.
•Donate! Checks can be mailed to Cooper Landing Community Library, PO Box 517, Cooper Landing, AK 99572. You can also donate directly at the library or online through our website, cooperlandinglibrary.com, by clicking the donate button at the bottom of the page.
We look forward to seeing you in the library soon!
Virginia Morgan Volunteer Director
Library Hours
Monday 1-3 pm
Tuesday 3-5 pm
Wednesday 1-3 pm
Thursday 1-3 pm
Friday 1-3 pm
Saturday 11 am-2 pm
Book Club
The following book club meetings will be via zoom. Please email cooperlandinglibrary@gmail.com for the link.
• November 19 – A Calamity of Souls by David Baldacci
• January 21 – Quiet by Susan Cain
• February 18 – The Wealth of Shadows by Graham Moore
Its time to play CHESS! Come and work those brain cells out starting on Tuesday, November 5 at the Cooper Landing Community Library starting at 3:15 pm until 4:30. All ages and levels welcome. You are never too young or old to learn how to play! Questions, please call Gary Galbraith (907) 3021131. If you have your own set, please bring it!
Cooper Landing Community Club
As the days get shorter, long term and short term migrations are happening more and more for Cooper Landing residents! Folks are heading out on well-deserved vacations or off for the winter.
The Cooper Landing Community Club activity has been relatively quiet, but there is some activity! The Club hosted the popular Flyfishing Event for CLES and 2 memorials. Our community mourns the loss of long time resident Larry Smith and beloved Ben Sweeney.
The CLCC by-laws need updating and edits are being made by a committee consisting of past and current presidents, and headed by Marja Beltrami, our treasurer. Progress has been impeded by out-of-town-itis that some of us are enjoying but fear not - it will get done!
Community member David Nees has put energy toward creating a Road Improvement Committee that will address issues pertaining to the existing road through town, and what will be happening in the next handful of years.
Another community member, Joe Arnone, is working on garnering interest in a Biochar industry. You can hear more from both these fellas at the November meeting! Carlos Tree Service has been seen finishing up working on the downed tree slash piles per Chugach Electric orders. Many of us are doing our winter preparations and hopefully enjoying a little slower pace of life.
Our property hosts, Carolyn and Phil, have relocated to Girdwood for the winter but will be back next summer to continue their awesome work!
The next Cooper Landing Community Club meeting is Nov. 21 st at 6:00. See you there!
Holiday Swags
Cooper Landing School Fundraiser
Support Cooper Landing School Students by purchasing a Holiday Swag. The suspended spruce boughs are twined together then adorned with handmade bows, spruce cones, and ornaments. Swags are made entirely by students and staff. All funds raised support the student activity fund.
History of the Swag
The swag fundraiser was started by Joyce Koppert, former teacher at Cooper Landing School. She thought of the idea when she was living in Oregon and was helping her niece and nephew come up with ideas for Christmas presents. The swag shape was chosen because it was easier to make compared to a circular wreath. Since then, it has become our school’s tradition. Every November, we dedicated a day to assembling the swags.
How to Order
Call or email Cooper Landing School to place your order. Prices are $25 each. You do not need to pre-pay. Once the swags are ready, we will notify you by email or phone. Thank you for your generous support of Cooper Landing School! To Order Call or Email: 907-595-1244
dtucker@kpbsd.org
Cooper Landing School
dtucker@kpbsd.org $25 Each
Cooper Landing School Activities
The following community activities are happening at Cooper Landing School:
Walk or Workout - Mondays, Wednesday, Friday, 9:30-10:30 am (school days only) Walk laps, or use the step climber, rowing machine, universal weight system, and free weights. Adults only, please.
Tot Time! - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 am - 10:00 am (school days only). Bring the little ones out to play with friends, run in the gym, and work off some energy.
Volleyball - Thursdays, 6pm. Adults only. Please have clean, non-marking shoes to play in.
For questions, please email cooperlandingcommunityschool@gmail.com.
Light Up The Landing
Join us in brightening up Cooper Landing this winter by decorating the outside of your home or work with festive holiday lights. Let’s bring the community together by lighting up the darkest time of year with fun-filled light attractions. White light or multi-colored light displays are welcomed and encouraged. Add a figurine reindeer, inflatable Santa, or go all out with a choreographed light show. Use your imagination and join in on the fun November 26th through February 14th.
How to Join the Chamber
Do you own a business or run an organization in or near Cooper Landing? Are you looking for new opportunities to network and meet other business owners in the community? One great way to do this is to join the Cooper Landing Chamber of Commerce.
The Cooper Landing Chamber of Commerce aims to promote and build a community that visitors and residents are attracted to. We work to unite local businesses and organizations with the common interest of sharing and protecting the Upper Kenai. Our members receive increased visibility in the Alaska tourism market, greater business credibility, and new business opportunities. We provide members with marketing outlets through our monthly newsletter, social media promotion, and website. Through the Chamber you’ll receive business referrals, networking opportunities, and expanded opportunities for community involvement.
Benefits of Membership
• Brochure display and referral service at our Visitor’s Center.
• Advertising Opportunities – on the Chamber website, social media, and in the Gem.
• Chamber Website Directory Listings- includes contact information, logo, five images, website links, and business description.
• Monthly Newsletter, the Gem- includes promotional inserts, business listing, & business updates. posted on the Chamber website, Facebook, and emailed out to 100+ subscribers.
• Monthly Member Spotlight- insert in the Gem about your business, posted on social media, links to your business or organization.
• Social Media Promotion – (Facebook/Instagram) Sharing of posts that promote the beauty, activities, accommodations, community and services of Cooper Landing.
• Eblasts/Email out to fellow members for announcements.
• Member meetings featuring presentations, speakers, issues and answers.
• Networking opportunities at Chamber meetings and special events.
How to Join
Joining is easy. Simply fill out the membership form on the next page and return it to the Chamber by email or by mail. A fillable form is available by clicking the box below. Once we receive your form, a bill will be sent to you. When your payment is received you will be added to the online directory, welcomed in the next Gem, added on social media, and more.
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Cooper Landing Chamber of Commerce
Annual Membership Form
Please complete the following information and return the form to the Cooper Landing Chamber by mail or by email.
Business or Organization Contact Information (unpublished)
Contact Name:
Date:
Email: AK Business License #:
Phone:
Mailing Address:
Cell/Alternate Phone:
City: State: Zip:
Business or Organization Published Listing Information
Business or Organization Name:
Email:
Website URL:
Phone: Cell/Alternate Phone:
Fax:
Physical Address:
City: State: Zip:
Mailing Address:
City: State: Zip:
Membership Level
Select one:
̦ Business (Single Owner/No Employees) $100
̦ Business (3 or Less Employees) $150
̦ Business (4 to 9 Employees)
$200
̦ Business (10 to 20 Employees) $250
̦ Corporate
$350
̦ Individual (Non-voting member/ Friend of the Chamber) $80
̦ Government or Non-profit Organization $100
̦ Second Business $100
̦ Reciprocal Membership/ Based on Approval No fee
Select all that apply:
Handicap Accessible
Non-Smoking
Guest Wi-Fi
Open Year Round
Pet Friendly
Online Business Listing with Membership
Each member receives one online directory listing. Corporate Members receive up to four listings. Extra categories are $15 per category. Your business listing in our online Business Directory includes:
• Your contact information
• A link to your website.
• Business logo (size 250 x 250 pixels)
• 5 images with authorized image usage.
*Chamber is not responsible for images used without proper permissions.
• A brief description of your services (250 words or less)
Web Advertisement
Visible on all Business Directory pages, Our Town page, and the Contact Us page. Must be submitted in 250 x 200 pixel size in jpg or pdf format. $100
Category Selection
Every Membership includes one category listing. Corporate Members receive up to four category listings. Additional categories (online & print) are $15 per category. The catergory listings will be posted online. Mark all that apply.
Community
̦ Education, Research & Schools
̦ Emergency, Ambulance, & Fire
̦ Government & Public Agencies
̦ Organizations & Non-Profits
Food & Dining
̦ Brewery
̦ Coffee & Food Trucks
̦ Groceries/Box Lunches/Convenience Items
̦ Lounges & Bars/Liquor
̦ Restaurants & Cafes
Lodging
̦ Bed & Breakfasts
̦ Cabins & Lodges
̦ Campgrounds/RV Parks
̦ Hotels & Motels
̦ Vacation Rentals
Recreation
̦ Air Charters/Flightseeing/Wildlife Viewing
̦ Day Cruises – Glacier & Wildlife
̦ Equipment Rentals & Sales
̦ Fly-in Fishing
̦ Gold/Gemstone Panning
̦ Guided Hiking & Biking
̦ Guided Kayaking & Paddleboarding
̦ Guided River Rafting
̦ Guided Sport Fishing
̦ Guides & Tours
̦ Horseback Riding/Sleigh Rides
̦ Hunting Charters/Hunting Guides
̦ Museums & Cultural
Business Description
Services
̦ Advertising/Marketing
̦ Art Galleries
̦ Axe Throwing
̦ Banking/Financial
̦ Building Contractors
̦ Caretaking/Property Management
̦ Catering
̦ Churches
̦ Construction
̦ Fish Processing
̦ Fly Shop/Tackle Sales/Licenses
̦ Gasoline/Diesel/Propane
̦ Gift Shops/Clothing
̦ Graphic Design/Website Design
̦ Healthcare Alternatives
̦ Health Services - Gov’t Certified
̦ Housing/Apartment Rentals
̦ Laundromat
̦ Legal Services
̦ Library Services
̦ Massage & Spa Services
̦ Oil & Gas
̦ Photography
̦ Real Estate Sales/Appraisals
̦ Refuse Collection
̦ Retreats/Conferences/Weddings
̦ Specialized Services
̦ Transportation - Taxi/Shuttles/Stage Lines
̦ Visitor Center & Information
̦ Youth Activities
̦ Other:
Primary Category Listing(Required):
Describe your business or organization for the online directory. Limit to 250 words. Additional descriptions for multiple category listings are $15 each. Please add those descriptions separately.
Membership Signature:
Total Due $
I agree to provide payment and all content needed by the Cooper Landing Chamber. Send checks to:
Cooper Landing Chamber of Commerce PO Box 809
Cooper Landing, Alaska 99572
Cooper Landing Gem News
Do you have business or organization updates you would like to share with the community? All Chamber Members are invited to submit updates and information to the monthly newsletter. Contact us for more information.
Contact Us
Happy Birthday
11/5 Heather Pearson 11/7 Janette Cadieux
11/11 Luke Osowiecki
11/13 Erik Route
11/25 Mayme Ohnemus
11/25 Dave Westerman
11/25 Gary Mitchell
11/25 Sean Norris
11/26 Marypat Montana
11/26 Shelby Lubich
11/28 Heather Harrison
Happy Anniversary
11/25 Linda and Bruce Peterson 11/27 Erik and Cory Route
