Van Pools Blog

2009 marked the beginning of a Regional Vanpool program called “Alaska Share A Van.” This is a coordinated effort between Anchorage’s Share-A-Ride program, their vanpool provider VPSI and the Matanuska-Susitna Borough.

As a kick off to get the word out and to thank the existing customers VPSI and Anchorage Share-A-Ride held a customer appreciation picnic on July 18, 2009.

It was a sunny beautiful day in Wasilla at Newcomb Park. Yes, that’s the same place Sarah Palin is from; however we did not see Russia from the picnic site. KMBQ Valley Radio was there, broadcasting live throughout the event. Vanpoolers were everywhere and brought their families (and appetites) along. Read More