Outdoor Recreational Trails Advisory Board (ORTAB)
The primary purpose of the ORTAB is to advise the Director of the Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation on project funding for eligible outdoor recreation projects under the Land and Water Conservation Fund Act and the National Recreation Trails Fund Act; to nominate, review and comment on trail and outdoor recreation projects during the public processes of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and other agencies; and to help the division advocate the economic, health and social benefits of state trails and recreation access.
The Commissioner of DNR selected eight (8) members to represent ORTAB statewide. Appointed members are carefully selected based on experience and knowledge of trails and recreational access, as well as statewide interest in recreation issues, while providing for statewide representation. To qualify for Federal grants, membership may include statewide representation from non-motorized and motorized users of trails, minorities, trail users with disabilities and other recreation users.
For questions or concerns regarding ORTAB, Please contact:
Ricky Gease, Parks Director
Alaska State Parks
550 W. 7th Ave, Suite 1380
Anchorage, AK 99501
Phone, (907) 269-8699
Fax, (907) 269-8907
★ ORTAB Applicant Questionnaire
★ State Ethics Video
★ Outdoor Recreational Trails Advisory Board Directory
Outdoor Recreational Trails Advisory Board (ORTAB) is Recuiting for a New Member!
Application Deadline – October 10, 2025
The Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation is seeking a candidate to fill a volunteer position, representing Diversified trail users, for the Outdoor Recreational Trails Advisory Board (ORTAB). Applicants should have knowledge, experience, and interest in outdoor recreational activities and grant-funded programs. This is a Commissioner-appointed position with a three-year term, and the board meets a minimum of twice per year.
The primary role of the ORTAB is to assist in evaluating grant proposals for the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) and Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). Since 2000, these programs have invested over 34 million dollars in trail projects throughout the state, creating critical and sustainable infrastructure while supporting private sector jobs throughout Alaska. Because ORTAB members carry a wide array of trail and public land user experiences, they are occasionally asked for additional advice on other outdoor recreation related subjects.
Anyone interested in serving on the ORTAB should submit the following:
- a letter of interest
- brief resume
- completed ORTAB Applicant Questionnaire
The documents should be submitted to the Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation at Parks.RTPGrantApp@alaska.gov. The last day to submit applications is October 10, 2025.
If you know anyone who supports trails, works well in a collaborative environment, and has knowledge or experience with trails, please encourage them to apply.
Upcoming Meeting
The Outdoor Recreation Trails Advisory Board (ORTAB) will meet to discuss and recommend grant awards from the Recreational Trails Program and Land and Water Conservation Fund.
Meeting is scheduled for January 14th through January 16th, 2025 (3-days meeting), every day from 9:00 am till 4:00 pm.
The meeting will be held in Conference Room 106 (William Egan Room) of the Atwood Building, located at 550 W. 7th Avenue. Please come in person or to join us via teleconference (please follow options noted below).
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ORTAB MEETING MINUTES
January 14 - 16, 2025
Agenda 1/14-16/25
Minutes 1/14-16/25
December 24, 2024
Agenda 12/24/25
Minutes 12/24/25
January 16 - 18, 2024
Agenda 1/16-18/24
Minutes 1/16-18/24
January 17 & 18, 2023
Agenda
Minutes 1/17-18/23
February 15 & 16, 2022
Agenda
Minutes 2/15-16/22
June 22, 2021
Agenda
Minutes 1/22/21
February 2-3, 2021
Agenda
Minutes 2/2-3/21
January 22-23, 2020
Agenda
Minutes 1/22-23/20
January 22-23, 2019
Agenda
Minutes 1/22-23/19
January 16, 2018
Agenda
Minutes 1/16/18
January 11-12, 2017
Agenda
Minutes 1/11-12/17
January 6-7, 2016
Agenda
Minutes 1/6-7/16
October 7, 2015
Agenda
Minutes 10/7/15
February 3-4, 2015
Agenda
Minutes 2/3-4/15
January 28-29, 2014
Agenda
Minutes 1/28-29/14
February 27/28, 2013
Agenda
Minutes 2/27-28/13
July 18, 2012
Agenda
Minutes 7/18/12
January 22, 2010
Agenda
Minutes 1/22/10
January 16, 2009
Agenda
Minutes 1/16/09
December 2, 2008
Agenda
Minutes 12/2/08
February 11, 2008
Agenda
Minutes 2/11/08
