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Seventeen volunteers tackled annual spring cleanup and readiness at Ryan Field near West Glacier the first weekend of May. Working throughout typical Montana spring weather, they added eight tie-downs, set out chairs and picnic tables, cleaned bear boxes, removed brush, cut trees, bucked and stacked firewood, and seeded, fertilized and dragged runway areas. The barn…

Mother’s Day is coming up and we have just the item to help you celebrate the mothers in your life. We recently received a special shipment of RAF necklaces. These custom-made RAF necklaces were created by Jeff Johnson, an RAF Supporter who specializes in making fine jewelry. They are handcrafted sterling silver on an 18″…

The Tongass National Forest maintains 144 public use cabins acrosssoutheast Alaska for visitors to enjoy, offering access to a variety of recreationalopportunities. Yet many visitors are unaware there are cabins that can be rented andflown or boated to in the wilderness. Cabin use with road access has increased, but atpresent the majority of cabins require airplane access, and their preservation is comingunder the scrutiny of…

The RAF is immensely proud of the great relationships our volunteers have created that have simply deepened over the past two decades. Sometimes called partners, donors, collaborators, or supporters, each has enriched the RAF mission with their confidence, advocacy, encouragement, and best of all, their valued trust and friendship.  You’ll find them under the “Advocacy” tab on…

Split Interest Gifts to a Charity, such as the RAFAs the name implies, a split interest gift involves two or more parties. One is the donor, the second is a tax-exempt 501(c)3 charity like the RAF. This is an irrevocable gift of an asset – typically a highly appreciated, yet previously untaxed one – to…

This year’s RAF Ryan Field Fly-In takes place June 28-30 among the blooming beargrass near Glacier Park, Montana. Registration is free, but required for planning. Click here to register. Due to space limits, registration will be capped, so don’t wait. The Ryan Field Safety Briefing is required prior to flying in. Text “A” to 406-223-8069 for current conditions from…

Submitted April 11, 2024By Carmine Mowbray

We’ve all heard that “Great minds think alike.” In the later part of 2023 the RAF sent our Supporters and Volunteers a survey. It was a first for the RAF, and we were gratified that you responded in such large numbers. What you told RAF leadership proved valuable. We saw that the survey results seem…

It’s time to gear up for warmer weather at the RAF Outfitter! Here are some of our favorite items for warm weather. The RAF BUFF is perfect for airstrip or yard work on a sunny day. Try our Swedish Dishcloths on your next camping adventure. They’re absorbent and very lightweight – perfect for airplane camping.…