Field trip: Introduction to Trail Running: Frontcountry
Intro to Frontcountry Trail Running - Mima Falls
Learn and practice trail running skills at a local frontcountry trail.
Contacts
- Sun, Jun 12, 2022
- Foothills Trail Running Committee
- Trail Running
- Adults
- Easy
- Moderate
- Mileage: 6.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,300 ft
- High Point Elevation: 700 ft
- 8 (8 capacity)
- 2 (2 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
We will meet at the lower Mima Falls trailhead parking lot at 6:45 am. The plan is to be on the trail no later than 7 am.
Lower Mima Falls trailhead: https://goo.gl/maps/LMMLCxR9r61EofgV9
I will send more meeting and route details in my email.
- Discover Pass required.
- Map of Capitol Forest: https://www.dnr.wa.gov/publications/eng_rms_cap_forest_scan_full_08.pdf
- More information about Capitol Forest and camping options: https://www.dnr.wa.gov/Capitol
This session focuses on skill-building. A suggested gear list will be provided at the classroom session.
Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Permit Information
Note to trip leaders: because this is DNR land and a permit is required, you cannot change the date of this field trip. You're welcome to change the location to another route that isn't DNR land if you need to change the date.
Note to trip leader(s) and participants: please look for a communication from The Mountaineers about your participation in this field trip. This is part of the permit from the Washington State Department of Natural Resources that was required to hold this field trip in this location.
Required Equipment
Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities.
- Waterproof jacket, hat, buff, gloves, sunglasses, gaiters are recommended.
- Trail running shoes
- A small day pack
- Bring snacks and water.