2nd Wednesday Fun Hike. Skyline Ridge Park
Hi All!
The hike this evening is on!
Air quality on the ridge is good; weather forecast for remainder of the day is clear.
This time, remind me to stop at the Fairbanks overlook at the power line that intersects the trail near the west end, between the antenna and big cleared “parking lot.”
Kate Millburg
(573) 821-2308
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Tonight's Hike for Wednesday, July 6th is CANCELLED
Air Quality Index as of 4:30 PM today is still above 170 (180 and 184) at the stations nearest the hike. Therefore, TONIGHT'S HIKE IS CANCELLED. Hopefully things will clear up for next week's hike.?
Here is a good link to see data from monitoring stations in your area:
Stay safe out there!
- Ariane
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Re: Hike tomorrow (Saturday, June 25)
The air quality today is moderate. I decided not to go on?the granite tors hike. You may want to check facebook for the current status of the hike. Stay healthy everyone. Carol
Carol & I are hiking granite tors on Saturday . Meeting at the parking lot at 10 am. This is about a 15-16 mile hike so it will be all day , or one can go up to the Lizzards eye & turn around there. I think we will be traveling counter clockwise through the trail.? Bring a lunch , rain coat in case it gets stormy , water , mosquito repellent..& if you have bear spray , bring that too. ? This hike is listed in Kyle Jollys ' outside in the interior' for a description. Page 74. Meet at the Granite tors parking lot at 10 . This is in the chena recreational area. Friendly dogs are welcome to come too ?
PS…it is a pretty rigorous hike in terrain and distance. You may want to check your email or Facebook before heading out to see if anything has changed (cancellation due to smoky conditions, etc). Bring a lot of water; it’s expected to be a very warm day last time I checked conditions.
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Hike tomorrow (Saturday, June 25)
Carol & I are hiking granite tors on Saturday . Meeting at the parking lot at 10 am. This is about a 15-16 mile hike so it will be all day , or one can go up to the Lizzards eye & turn around there. I think we will be traveling counter clockwise through the trail.? Bring a lunch , rain coat in case it gets stormy , water , mosquito repellent..& if you have bear spray , bring that too. ? This hike is listed in Kyle Jollys ' outside in the interior' for a description. Page 74. Meet at the Granite tors parking lot at 10 . This is in the chena recreational area. Friendly dogs are welcome to come too ?
PS…it is a pretty rigorous hike in terrain and distance. You may want to check your email or Facebook before heading out to see if anything has changed (cancellation due to smoky conditions, etc). Bring a lot of water; it’s expected to be a very warm day last time I checked conditions.
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3rd Wednesday Social Hike - Ester Dome and Happy Valley Trails
Meet at the intersection of Ester Dome
Road and Henderson Rd, Fairbanks AK Meet at the intersection of Upper Henderson
Rd and Ester Dome Road. From Sheep Creek Rd. Take Ester Dome Road and go up
about 3 miles to the intersection. You can't miss it!
Description: Easy, fun, social, dog and
kid friendly hike. Trails are many, and wind through forested areas and across
ridges with nice views, we'll take different paths on different nights but meet
here each time to get things started. Bring along water, rain gear, and an extra
layer, your dog and a smile! Carol Lokken will lead.
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Re: Run or walk in the Race Against Racism
Robyn,
If I registered, do I need to be at the JP Morgan Community Center as early as 6 or can I show up later than that?
On Mon, Jun 13, 2022 at 6:58 AM - Robyne < robyne@...> wrote: Hello Hikers,
May I humbly ask that you consider joining us tomorrow evening, June 14 at the J.P. Jones Center.?After a two-year gap, the??is happening again. ? We last ran the race in 2018 and 2019, and had a lot of people walk the course. If you decide to run it, you will find it flat and?easy.
There is a?lot of fun?to be had by walking through neighborhoods on a June evening. But more importantly, there is a great Fairbanks history lesson as you pass by important landmarks that remind us of the contributions of people of diverse backgrounds. It is not a fundraiser; it is a consciousness-raiser.
There is even a sort-of-scavenger-hunt option for?. Challenge the kids with?!? Please register for the race here:??or pass this on to friends who are interested.
Thank you for indulging me. Robyne Race Against Racism Alaska, 2022
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Run or walk in the Race Against Racism
Hello Hikers,
May I humbly ask that you consider joining us tomorrow evening, June 14 at the J.P. Jones Center.?After a two-year gap, the??is happening again. ? We last ran the race in 2018 and 2019, and had a lot of people walk the course. If you decide to run it, you will find it flat and?easy.
There is a?lot of fun?to be had by walking through neighborhoods on a June evening. But more importantly, there is a great Fairbanks history lesson as you pass by important landmarks that remind us of the contributions of people of diverse backgrounds. It is not a fundraiser; it is a consciousness-raiser.
There is even a sort-of-scavenger-hunt option for?. Challenge the kids with?!? Please register for the race here:??or pass this on to friends who are interested.
Thank you for indulging me. Robyne Race Against Racism Alaska, 2022
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Re: Hike, Hamburger and Music Tomorrow
On Jun 11, 2022, at 7:06 AM, Carol Lokken <clokken3@...> wrote:
?We will meet at the Golden Eagle Saloon in Ester at 1:30 pm tomorrow (Sunday). The hike will require a shuttle, so we will then drive to the trailhead. The hike will start at Ester Dome Road and Henderson Road. We will then hike down to Ester, have a beer, cook a burger, and then listen to music by locals. Hikers are welcome to hike back up ester dome, but should know the trail.? This is an easy hike; plan on about 1.5 hours.? It is always a popular and fun hike.?
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Hike, Hamburger and Music Tomorrow
We will meet at the Golden Eagle Saloon in Ester at 1:30 pm tomorrow (Sunday). The hike will require a shuttle, so we will then drive to the trailhead. The hike will start at Ester Dome Road and Henderson Road. We will then hike down to Ester, have a beer, cook a burger, and then listen to music by locals. Hikers are welcome to hike back up ester dome, but should know the trail.? This is an easy hike; plan on about 1.5 hours.? It is always a popular and fun hike.
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I haven’t been on this trail for quite a few years and would like to check it out. We are meeting on September Court tomorrow at 12 noon. Take Pandora to Pine Wood to Green Leaf to September Court. Pandora Rd is about 1.8 miles from Vallata. I can meet anyone at Vallata if they want to carpool. Since we are parking in a small neighborhood on the street, I’d like to minimize the number of vehicles. Plan on about 2 hours. It’s not a difficult trail, pretty flat if I remember correctly. Carol
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The 5K Mosquito Meander run/walk this Saturday is a fundraiser for RCPC (Resource Center for Parents and Children; where Peggy works). They are looking for about 9 volunteers to work the race. I am holding a sign at one of the mile markers, cheering on the walkers and runners.?
We are meeting in the front parking lot at Pioneer Park Saturday at 8 am, working until 1 pm. As a big bonus, they are feeding all the volunteers after the race.?
If you are?interested?in volunteering, text Peggy at 907-590-2868. ?
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Re: 2nd Wednesday Fun Hike. Skyline Ridge Park
Hi all:
(1) After we drive up Summit about 1.3 miles to?Cranberry Ridge Drive, the road gets rough. ?We stay on Cranberry Ridge Drive about .8 miles; we go left, right, left — then hang a right onto Noel Dr, then a quick left to stay on Noel.
Remember - if in doubt, choose the direction that takes you up higher.
Then about .4 miles on Noel to the parking area.
Watch out for potholes and deep gullies! ?We hit one at moderate speed and nearly left the bumper in the road.
You could also park at Musher’s Hall and carpool up to the trail.
(2) The main Skyline Ridge trail is about 1.25 miles one way. So the round-trip distance from the trailhead at MIA Street to the other end by the antenna off Ski Boot Hill Road will be about 2.5 miles.
?Folks who want to go farther, or get a little more aerobic workout, can take the Secret Trail / Goldstream Connector bypass. ?That combo is about 1.85 miles and connects to the main trail at the trailhead and at a point just past the middle of the main trail.
Regards, Kate Millburg
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On Jun 6, 2022, at 2:54 PM, John Risser < jcrisser@...> wrote:
Wednesday, June
8th. 7~9 PM.
It looks like the weather is going to warm up and get sunny on
Wednesday!
This hike explores
beautiful forested areas and occasionally a nice view of the city.
From
Farmer’s Loop Road turn up Summit Drive (across from the Musher’s
Hall)
Follow Summit Drive to Cranberry Ridge Drive and turn left, stay on
Cranberry Ridge Drive as it zigs and zags it’s way up, until you hit Noel
Drive.
Take Noel to the left. The trailhead is on the left right on the
corner just where Noel takes a 90 degree to the right and changes names to
Mia.
Our Lead for this hike is
Kate
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2nd Wednesday Fun Hike. Skyline Ridge Park
Wednesday, June
8th. 7~9 PM.
It looks like the weather is going to warm up and get sunny on
Wednesday!
This hike explores
beautiful forested areas and occasionally a nice view of the city.
From
Farmer’s Loop Road turn up Summit Drive (across from the Musher’s
Hall)
Follow Summit Drive to Cranberry Ridge Drive and turn left, stay on
Cranberry Ridge Drive as it zigs and zags it’s way up, until you hit Noel
Drive.
Take Noel to the left. The trailhead is on the left right on the
corner just where Noel takes a 90 degree to the right and changes names to
Mia.
Our Lead for this hike is
Kate
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Fw: [fahc] Lower Chena Dome trail Dayhike.
This hike is Tomorrow, the 5th of June and meets at 11:30 at the trailhead
as described below.
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Subject: [fahc] Lower Chena Dome trail Dayhike.
?
Sorry
for the late notice  ??
Last Friday evening Jenny and a small group left the upper trailhead to hike the
entire loop to the lower trailhead. We’re hoping to meet them as they’re on the
way down. Distance is TBD. ?
Group??·?Members of Fairbanks
Area Hiking Club Fan
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Where: Meet at the
trailhead on Chena Hot Springs Road. Go past the entrance to Angel Rocks, over
the bridge and take the first left. This is a no fee parking
area!
What: We'll hike up
the lower side of the Chena Dome Trail to meet Jenny and her intrepid crew who
have been hiking the entire loop since Friday evening. They will be tired and
sore and happy to see friendly faces.
This hike has more
switchbacks and is not as aggressive as last Monday's hike on the Upper trail.
There WILL be mosquitos especially on the first few miles before we start
climbing up out of the river valley.
The weather will be
very much like it is today. Bring more water than you think you'll need, and
don't forget to bring some for your dog as well. There is a spring at about 2
miles in, but in all the decades I've hiked this trail I've only found water
there once, so don't count on
it.
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Lower Chena Dome trail Dayhike.
Sorry
for the late notice  ??
Last Friday evening Jenny and a small group left the upper trailhead to hike the
entire loop to the lower trailhead. We’re hoping to meet them as they’re on the
way down. Distance is TBD. ?
Group??·?Members of Fairbanks
Area Hiking Club Fan
Page
Where: Meet at the
trailhead on Chena Hot Springs Road. Go past the entrance to Angel Rocks, over
the bridge and take the first left. This is a no fee parking
area!
What: We'll hike up
the lower side of the Chena Dome Trail to meet Jenny and her intrepid crew who
have been hiking the entire loop since Friday evening. They will be tired and
sore and happy to see friendly faces.
This hike has more
switchbacks and is not as aggressive as last Monday's hike on the Upper trail.
There WILL be mosquitos especially on the first few miles before we start
climbing up out of the river valley.
The weather will be
very much like it is today. Bring more water than you think you'll need, and
don't forget to bring some for your dog as well. There is a spring at about 2
miles in, but in all the decades I've hiked this trail I've only found water
there once, so don't count on
it.
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Some of us are meeting at HooDoo Brewery at 4 pm today (sorry for late notice); some are biking there and some are driving. Then on to Music in the Garden (steel drums), either biking or driving. See you there. Carol
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Re: Memorial Day Hike to Jim's Bench
Hi , we will be meeting at the Upper chena dome parking lot , which is just past the angel rocks parking area. Remember to bring $5.00 for parking fee ?.? See you there !
? Karen
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Hello,
My name is Kyra Smith.? I am very interested in this hike, where is everyone meeting up prior to hike and where should we park?? Park at Angel Rock parking?? Thank you so much.
Sincerely,
Kyra Smith
On Friday, May 27, 2022, 08:03:05 PM AKDT, karen chancler <kchancler@...> wrote:
Thanks John!? I'll be there !
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When:
Monday, 30 May 2022 @ 12:00 noon
?
?
Join
us Memorial Day afternoon for a hike up to Jim Trombley's memorial bench. It's about a 7 mile out and back, half up hill/ half down through forest and amazing views (ever wonder what Angel Rocks looks like from above?) From the bench itself, you can view almost
the entire Angel Creek drainage.
?
The
upper Chena Dome/Angel Creek trail head is about a half mile past the Angel Creek Lodge on the left, about 4.5 miles from Chena Hot Springs Resort.
?
The
current weather forecast calls for a high in the mid 70s so bring plenty of water. Also there will be some mud at the beginning, maybe a patch of snow up around 3 miles and mosquitos galore, so bring your favorite Alaskan Perfume. Dog and kid friendly
?
?
John
Risser 488-6500
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Re: Memorial Day Hike to Jim's Bench
Hello, My name is Kyra Smith.? I am very interested in this hike, where is everyone meeting up prior to hike and where should we park?? Park at Angel Rock parking?? Thank you so much. Sincerely, Kyra Smith
On Friday, May 27, 2022, 08:03:05 PM AKDT, karen chancler <kchancler@...> wrote:
Thanks John!? I'll be there !
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When:
Monday, 30 May 2022 @ 12:00 noon
?
?
Join
us Memorial Day afternoon for a hike up to Jim Trombley's memorial bench. It's about a 7 mile out and back, half up hill/ half down through forest and amazing views (ever wonder what Angel Rocks looks like from above?) From the bench itself, you can view almost
the entire Angel Creek drainage.
?
The
upper Chena Dome/Angel Creek trail head is about a half mile past the Angel Creek Lodge on the left, about 4.5 miles from Chena Hot Springs Resort.
?
The
current weather forecast calls for a high in the mid 70s so bring plenty of water. Also there will be some mud at the beginning, maybe a patch of snow up around 3 miles and mosquitos galore, so bring your favorite Alaskan Perfume. Dog and kid friendly
?
?
John
Risser 488-6500
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Re: Memorial Day Hike to Jim's Bench
Thanks John!? I'll be there !
Sent via the Samsung Galaxy S10, an AT&T 5G Evolution capable smartphone
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When:
Monday, 30 May 2022 @ 12:00 noon
?
?
Join
us Memorial Day afternoon for a hike up to Jim Trombley's memorial bench. It's about a 7 mile out and back, half up hill/ half down through forest and amazing views (ever wonder what Angel Rocks looks like from above?) From the bench itself, you can view almost
the entire Angel Creek drainage.
?
The
upper Chena Dome/Angel Creek trail head is about a half mile past the Angel Creek Lodge on the left, about 4.5 miles from Chena Hot Springs Resort.
?
The
current weather forecast calls for a high in the mid 70s so bring plenty of water. Also there will be some mud at the beginning, maybe a patch of snow up around 3 miles and mosquitos galore, so bring your favorite Alaskan Perfume. Dog and kid friendly
?
?
John
Risser 488-6500
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Memorial Day Hike to Jim's Bench
When: Monday, 30
May 2022 @ 12:00 noon
?
?
Join us Memorial
Day afternoon for a hike up to Jim Trombley's memorial bench. It's about a 7
mile out and back, half up hill/ half down through forest and amazing views
(ever wonder what Angel Rocks looks like from above?) From the bench itself, you
can view almost the entire Angel Creek drainage.
?
The upper Chena
Dome/Angel Creek trail head is about a half mile past the Angel Creek Lodge on
the left, about 4.5 miles from Chena Hot Springs Resort.
?
The current
weather forecast calls for a high in the mid 70s so bring plenty of water. Also
there will be some mud at the beginning, maybe a patch of snow up around 3 miles
and mosquitos galore, so bring your favorite Alaskan Perfume. Dog and kid
friendly
?
?
John Risser
488-6500
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