Field trip: Introduction to Trail Running: Frontcountry
Intro to Frontcountry Trail Running - Kamikaze (Teneriffe) Falls
Learn and practice trail running skills at a local frontcountry trail.
- Wed, Jun 30, 2021
- Foothills Trail Running Committee
- Trail Running
- Adults
- Moderate
- Challenging
- Mileage: 6.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,800 ft
- 3 (7 capacity)
- FULL (2 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Main parking lot for Mt. Teneriffe, down the road from the big Mt. Si parking lot.
Meet at 5:50 and be ready to run at 6:00.
Discover Pass required. There is an outhouse at this parking lot.
Capacity will be adjusted in accordance with current public health guidance and Mountaineers COVID-19 policy.
TOPIC OF THIS FIELD TRIP:
Which is more efficient power-walking or running up hills?
Stride-length and balance.
DNR Permit Information
Attention: Trip Leaders & Participants:
This activity's date cannot be changed due to a DNR permit requested for this trip on this date. (I.e., to reschedule you must also select a new location not on DNR land.) As part of the Mountaineers' Land Use License with DNR, we must collect special signed waivers from participants in permitted activities taking place on DNR land. Please contact the Foothills Trail Running Committee at foothillstrailrunning@gmail.com with any questions.
Required Equipment
Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities.
- A hat and sunglasses are recommended.
- Trail running shoes
- A small day pack
- Bring snacks and water