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Intro to Trail Running: Frontcountry - Uphill and Downhill Running

Field trip: Introduction to Trail Running: Frontcountry

Intro to Trail Running: Frontcountry - Uphill and Downhill Running - Cougar Mountain: Big Tree Ridge Trailhead

This field trip will focus on uphill and downhill running.

Contacts

Brian Gale
Brian Gale
Primary Leader
  • *Varies*
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 4.7 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,665 ft
  • Pace: 13 - 17 min (average moving pace)
  • 5 (10 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • Mon, Mar 3, 2025 at 7:00 PM
  • Sun, Apr 27, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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We will run at an easy conversational pace with power hiking uphill (some optional running mixed in) and running flat and down sections.  We will run as a group. 

We should wrap up and be back at the cars around 7:15-7:30 pm.

Note: We should finish before dark but make sure to bring a headlamp in case.

We will meet at the main parking lot area for Big Tree Ridge at 5:30 pm. After Intros / Quick Introductory Notes, we'll start running by 5:45 pm. 

Link to Parking: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eno4dJbBE6NTt2jRA

No pass required. Pit toilet / Honey Bucket available.

Route/Place

Cougar Mountain: Big Tree Ridge Trailhead

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

  • Breathable technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities
  • Lightweight windshell or rainshell
  • Trail running shoes
  • Running vest or belt 
  • Water and snacks
  • Cell phone
  • Maps (paper or downloaded)
  • Headlamp (in case of an emergency)
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