NEWS FROM EPICQUEST
Fall Greetings

It's an Epic Life...

ROCK STAR FISHING PICKUP

Location: Talachulitna River, AK
Photo: Ole Helmhausen

What an amazing summer we've had! Since we last wrote, the EpicQuest crew has been spread far and wide reaping the best of what the planet has to offer. From incredible Alaskan fishing and hiking expeditions and our new bike ranch at the Smokey Mountain Lodge in Idaho to unforgettable African experiences and Greg Harms adventures in Chile, the stories, images and unforgettable moments continue to stack up.

Our goal is to take as big a bite out of life as possible and to share it with friends. The question is, how do you share it all?

We're proud to announce the launch of the "Epic Life" blog on the EpicQuest website. Here you'll be able to check in and share the latest stories, specials, slide shows, video and more from our crew as they travel the globe.

Make sure you check in often to see what the crew is up to and what's going on in our various pursuits of fun. IT'S AN EPIC LIFE!


IN THE SPOTLIGHT

PRE-SEASON SPECIAL

IT DOESN'T GET MORE AFFORDABLE THAN THIS
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Sun Valley Heli Ski

Winter is right around the corner, and from the way the phones are ringing it seems that people's minds are starting to turn towards deep powder turns. In the spirit of feeding the urge, we're offering an unbelievable deal for our newsletter subscribers for a limited time.

For those who book before September 30, 2010:

Day Heliskiing for $799 per person (Regularly $1100)

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Operating under permit, Sawtooth National Forest

FEATURED DESTINATIONS
Chugach Powder Guides

Photo : Michael Neumann

Alaska Downloads:

GIRDWOOD

TORDRILLO MOUNTAIN LODGE

Other Alaska Ski & Snowboard Adventures

A new backup program offering ultimate flexibility and "Shutout Protection"

Our greatest desire is to share a magnificent skiing or snowboarding adventure with you. With this basic premise in mind, it gives us great pleasure to unveil our new "Ultimate Flex Package". This package add-on takes advantage of the snowcat and Alyeska Resort backup options that have made our Girdwood operation world famous and combines them with flexible cancellation and refund policies that allow you to craft exactly the trip you want. We've priced this add-on at a level that makes it a "No-brainer".

Included Elements:

Snowcat Backup

  • Charged 8,000 feet for days used
  • Can release seat with no footage charge if notification is made by 7:00 PM the night before
  • Seat is reserved for package duration
  • Complementary lift tickets on days that snowcat backup is not used

Cancellation

  • Cancel your entire trip or partial trip for any reason including:
    • Injury
    • Weather
    • Family or business obligations
    • Any other reason

"Shut Out" Protection

  • If your entire ski week is "Shut Out" due to inclement weather, all of your skiing or snowboarding will roll to the following season

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Operating under permit, Chugach National Forest

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EpicQuest Surf

EpicQuest Surf Trips

Don't miss the surf trip selected as the Outside Magazine 2010 "Trip of the Year".

Explore the far reaches of Indonesia onboard the Indies Trader IV as it voyages from the Mentawais in the west to the remote corners of the eastern islands. The yacht cruises the magical Spice Islands, stopping only for perfect waves, scenic coves and tastes of the culture. Starting in Sumatra, we travel east to Java, Bali, Lombok, Sumba, Timor and smaller islands along the way. EpicQuest's 'Traversing Indonesia' trip offers world-class surf spread out over the country's diverse geography and culture.

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Other Surf Adventures

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EpicQuest Bike

EpicQuest Bike Trips


The Smokey Mountain Lodge Bike Ranch

The Bike Ranch at the Smoky Mountain Lodge is the latest addition to EpicQuest’s bike portfolio.  The Bike Ranch is the brainchild of Mark Baumgardner, who owned and operated Sun Valley Heli Ski for over 25 years.  Mark’s vision was to create a premium mountain bike training facility in a remote and pristine wilderness setting.

September and October are some of the best months to be in the Sawtooth Mountains of Central Idaho.  The fall colors provide the ultimate backdrop for a mountain biking adventure. 

MENTION THIS NEWSLETTER AND SAVE $300 / PERSON IN SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER

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Other Bike Adventures

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. 

CONTEST
Click into our Facebook page and submit your best summer sports photo. The best submission before September 30 will win a free EpicQuest swag pack!

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EpicQuest Locations
Video Content
EpicQuest Promo Reel

Understand EpicQuest by watching this stunning film showcasing the adventures and experiences we offer at locations around the globe. PLAY VIDEO

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Matchstick Productions: "The Way I See It"

Matchstick Productions joined us in Girdwood with Cody Townsend and Henrik Windstedt. Check out the trailer and tour schedule for the upcoming film "The Way I See it".


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WARREN MILLER'S "WINTERVENTION"

Check out the Girdwood, Alaska teaser for the upcoming Warren Miller film, "Wintervention"

Stian Hagen and Chris Davenport

Go to the Warren Miller site for the full trailer and tour schedule.

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STIAN HAGEN AND CHRIS DAVENPORT IN ALASKA

Stian Hagen and Chris Davenport captured this cool video on the personal cameras while shooting in Girdwood for the Warren Miller film, "Wintervention". Be sure to catch it this fall. Check it out...
Stian Hagen and Chris Davenport

Fresh from the "Epic Life" blog...

Good Times in the Alaska Range

Chris Owens leads a group through the mountains of the Alaska Range and the Talachulitna River system.

See the blog entry.

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Slide Show from the Casey Family EpicQuest African Adventure

The Casey family joined EpicQuest at the Borana Ranch in Kenya. Check out the great photos.

See the blog entry.
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Winter Tordrillo Video by Niki Stornig

We just received this video from guide / client Niki Stornig. Niki and his crew joined us last year in the Tordrillos. Only one seat left for this year in the Tordrillos... Who's going to get it?

See the blog entry.
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THE GEAR WE USE

At EpicQuest we are very fortunate to have relationships that allow us to have our choice of gear to use in the mountains, on the rivers and in the ocean. See some of our top picks below.

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The E-Altimeter

TIMEX EXPEDITION E-INSTRUMENTS

Our guides and staff have chosen the Timex E-Instrument series to provide information and keep us oriented in the field. We've found them to have bomber construction, great ease of use and a host of functions including altimeter, compass, thermometer, tide cycles and more.

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The SMITH Variant Brim Helmet
We like this helmet because it's tough as nails, light and ultimately adjustable so you're never too hot or too cold.

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EpicQuest PO Box 641, Girdwood, Alaska 99587  www.epicquest.com  888-983-EPIC