08/06/2026 – McHugh Drainage

Posted on August 4, 2026 by jgobeli

“Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing.” ― St. Teresa of Calcutta

E. Marquez will lead "McHugh Drainage" with an estimated duration of 4 hours.

Meet at 6:20 p.m. at the McHugh Creek trailhead. We will carpool to Telephone pole rock for a 6:30 p.m. start. We will ascend to the saddle between Black Mesa and Rainbow, and from there we will head directly down through the McHugh Creek drainage, cross the creek and return via the McHugh lakes trail.

Turnagain Arm

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07/30/2026 – Black Lake Dip

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Lee Helzer

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Lee Helzer will lead "Black Lake Dip" with an estimated duration of 3.5 hours.

Meet at Glen Alps for a 6:30 departure. We will head up Nintendo Hill then take the northern ridge of the ball field to Black Lake where all brave souls will take a plunge. We will return via Williwaw Lakes and Middle fork trails. This is a rare no bushwhacking epic.

The Chugach Front Range

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07/23/2026 – Ship Lake Pass

Posted on July 20, 2026 by Josh A

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Josh A. will lead "Ship Lake Pass" with an estimated duration of 3.5 hours.

Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Glen Alps trailhead. We will take the trail towards Hidden Lake and to Ship Lake Pass. We will pass behind the Wedge on sheep trails, drop back down towards Powerline Pass trail and return.

The Chugach Front Range

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07/16/2026 – Triple Bypass

Posted on July 13, 2026 by jgobeli

And let there be no purpse in friendship save the deepening of the spirit. - Khalil Gibran

Jesse Gobeli will lead "Triple Bypass" with an estimated duration of 4.5 hours.

Meet at 6:30 pm at the Mile Hi trailhead in Eagle River. We will follow the trail to the saddle, drop down to Meadow Creek, and follow the trail until we get to Vista Peak. We will ascend Vista Peak, continue to Roundtop and on to Blacktail Rocks, and return to finish.

Eagle River - North

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07/09/2026 – South Powerline Peak

Posted on July 8, 2026 by jgobeli

“A lie can travel half way around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.” ― Mark Twain

E. Marquez will lead "South Powerline Peak" with an estimated duration of 3.5 hours.

Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Rabbit lakes trailhead at the end of Canyon Rd. We will run out to the lake, ascend South Powerline Peak, and return.

The Chugach Front Range

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07/02/2026 – Eagle River Jaunt

Posted on July 1, 2026 by Lee Helzer

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Lee Helzer will lead "Eagle River Jaunt" with an estimated duration of 2.5 hours.

Meet at the Eagle River Greenbelt trailhead off Eagle River Loop road for a 6:30 departure. This lower key Epic will explore trails traditionally done in the winter. We will check out trails that may or may not have had recent trail maintenance and attempt to view the South Fork Falls.

Eagle River - South

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06/25/2026 – See Me, Feel Me

Posted on June 23, 2026 by Josh A

Following you, I climb the mountain.

Josh A. will lead "See Me, Feel Me" with an estimated duration of 4.5 hours.

Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Prospect Heights trailhead. We will take the middle fork trail to just below Rusty Point where we will quickly diverge for the high point. We will proceed along the ridge to Wolverine with a return over Near Point.

The Chugach Front Range

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06/18/2026 – Bird

Posted on June 16, 2026 by jgobeli

“Either we shall find what it is we are seeking or at least we shall free ourselves from the persuasion that we know what we do not know.” ― Plato, The Republic

Jesse Gobeli will lead "Bird" with an estimated duration of 4 hours.

Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Bird Ridge trailhead (the small original lot). We will head into the Valley before turning uphill to ascend directly to the Bird Ridge high point. For the return, we plan to divert directly down to the Indian Valley trail. From Indian Valley, we will follow the powerline back to the start.

Turnagain Arm

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06/11/2026 – Sheep Thrills

Posted on June 9, 2026 by Lee Helzer

Thousands of sheep, soft-footed, black-nosed sheep- one by one going up the hill and over the fence--one by one four-footed pattering up and over-- - excerpt from "Sheep" by Carl Sandburg

Lee Helzer will lead "Sheep Thrills" with an estimated duration of 3.5 hours.

Meet at Windy Corner trailhead at 6:15. We will carpool to Falls Creek trailhead where we will head up the “new” trail to Sheep Thrills ridge, a variation of one of Rob’s favorite routes. We will return via Lilly’s trail.

Turnagain Arm

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06/04/2026 – Bear Valley

Posted on May 31, 2026 by jgobeli

"If every tiny flower wanted to be a rose, spring would lose its loveliness." St. Therese of Lisieux

E. Marquez will lead "Bear Valley" with an estimated duration of 3.5 hours.

Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Weight Station just south of Potter Marsh. We will take the Turnagain Arm trail for about a mile before jumping off to ultimately ascend Potter Overlook. This time, we will track down towards Bear Valley, and run the roads back to the trailhead.

Turnagain Arm

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05/28/2026 – Potter Overlook

Posted on May 26, 2026 by jgobeli

“I see it all perfectly; there are two possible situations — one can either do this or that. My honest opinion and my friendly advice is this: do it or do not do it — you will regret both.” ― Soren Kierkegaard

Jesse Gobeli will lead "Potter Overlook" with an estimated duration of 3.5 hours.

Meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Weight Station just south of Potter Marsh. We will take the Turnagain Arm trail for about a mile before jumping off to ultimately ascend Potter Overlook. We will make our way back down by a direct route to the main trail for the return.

Turnagain Arm

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05/21/2026 – The Goat

Posted on May 20, 2026 by Lee Helzer

Lee Helzer will lead "The Goat" with an estimated duration of 1 hour.

The GOAT a.k.a. Rob DeVelice, the Thursday Evening Epic Runs founder has been fighting Parkinson’s and loved ones fear that battle will be lost soon. Please join us at Rob’s house for this weeks Epic at 6:30pm. Send me a text if you need directions. 740-504-9889.

West Anchorage

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James on May 21, 2026 at 5:30 pm said:

Sending love to Rob and his family during this time.

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