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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 - Licorice Fern Trail

This field trip will focus on uphill and downhill running.

Contacts

John Murphy
John Murphy
Primary Leader
  • Easy/Moderate
  • Easy
  • Mileage: 4.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 720 ft
  • 8 (8 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • Wed, Feb 25, 2026 at 11:28 AM
  • Tue, Apr 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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We will run as a group . We will power hike the uphills when needed, and run the flats and downhills.
Mostly single track trail with lots of ups and downs.

Place: Licorice Fern Trailhead 
Time: 6:00 PM

No parking pass required. There are no toilets at the TH.

Route/Place

Licorice Fern Trail

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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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