Connecting Alaskans Through the Outdoors
Join our community to explore the wild beauty of Alaska, build confidence outdoors, and make lasting connections.
Our Core Initiatives
TrailMates (formerly Elevated Community) is growing to provide a diverse range of experiences that go beyond the trails.
Free Community Adventures
Explore Together, Build Confidence
Our guided adventures bring people together to explore Alaska’s stunning trails, build confidence outdoors, and create genuine connections. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or new to the outdoors, these experiences offer a supportive environment to challenge yourself and discover the beauty of the Alaskan wilderness.
Each adventure is thoughtfully planned to ensure a safe, fun, and meaningful journey. Let’s hike, connect, and grow—one trail at a time.
Workshops & Skill Building
Learn, Grow, and Feel Prepared
Knowledge is key to thriving in Alaska’s wild outdoors. Our workshops teach essential skills like winter layering, wildlife safety, navigation, and survival basics, helping you feel confident on the trails.
Led by experienced community members and local experts, these hands-on sessions are fun, accessible, and designed to prepare you for any adventure.
Special Events & Social Gatherings
Celebrate Connection
TrailMates brings people together beyond the trails with special events like seasonal celebrations, gear swaps, and educational talks. These gatherings strengthen bonds and foster a thriving outdoor community.
From swapping trail stories over cocoa to sharing gear tips, these events celebrate the friendships and connections that make our community so special.
Adventure Together, Grow Together
Building confidence, connection, and community in Alaska’s great outdoors.
Welcome to TrailMates (formerly Elevated Community), where the outdoors brings us together. Founded by Megan Militello in 2021, this community was created to empower people to explore Alaska’s wilderness with confidence and connection.
At its heart, TrailMates is about inclusion. We believe everyone should feel welcome in the outdoors, regardless of experience, and strive to make our events accessible to as many people as possible.
Curious about how it all began?
Upcoming Events
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Stay Connected, Stay Inspired
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