The Paul McBeth Foundation (PMF) is proud to announce its first project in the state of Alaska, bringing the sport of disc golf to one of the most remote and scenic regions in the United States. Project 5.3 – Kodiak will result in the installation of an 18-hole disc golf course just outside the city of Kodiak, offering new recreational access to the local community, including many members of Alaska’s Indigenous population.
The course will be installed on land owned by the Natives of Kodiak, an Alaska Native Corporation that represents the Alutiiq people and is committed to strengthening culture, opportunity, and community in the region. The land is leased to Outdoor Kodiak, a local nonprofit organization that promotes outdoor activity and education. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to creating positive recreational spaces that benefit both Indigenous and non-Indigenous residents.
Until now, Kodiak Island has had no permanent disc golf course, despite growing local interest in the sport. The new course, located a short drive from the city and near the U.S. Coast Guard base, will include concrete tee pads and DGA Mach 5s, providing a welcoming and permanent place for play.
“This project means a lot to our local disc golf community,” said Nicholas Mangini, “and it’s exciting to know it will benefit so many, especially in a place where recreational opportunities can be limited. We're grateful to PMF and all who made this possible.”
The installation is scheduled for the final week of June 2025, with a grand opening celebration on June 29th featuring youth clinics and a casual community doubles tournament. PMF is also working with local schools and community leaders to organize additional disc golf education and outreach both during and after the install.
The project is made possible by generous support from Gold Sponsor UDisc, which helped secure the full set of DGA Mach 5 baskets for the course. In true Alaskan fashion, the baskets are being shipped from Seattle to Kodiak via boat, courtesy of Silver Bay Seafoods, a local seafood company. Additional support is being provided by the Kodiak Elks Lodge, which is committed to expanding recreational opportunities on the island.
“UDisc's mission is to empower the world to play more disc golf, and what better way to do that than teaming up with PMF and Outdoor Kodiak?" said UDisc co-founders Matt Krueger and Josh Lichti. "We can't wait to hear about the impact this course has on the local community. If we've learned anything from disc golf and other island locales – just look at New Zealand, Iceland, Prince Edward Island – it's that this won't be the only course for very long."
By partnering with local leaders and Indigenous landowners, PMF hopes this project serves as a model for future installations in remote and underserved regions. As always, the foundation is committed to creating sustainable disc golf experiences that build community, encourage outdoor activity, and bring the sport to those who’ve never had access before.
Stay tuned for updates and follow along with installation progress on the Paul McBeth Foundation social media channels.
About Paul McBeth Foundation:
The Paul McBeth Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the sport of disc golf and providing access to underserved communities around the world. Through the installation of courses, educational programs, and community events, PMF aims to make disc golf accessible to all people. To support the work they are doing in Kodiak, Alaska and around the globe, please consider joining the Builders Club.
