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Intro to Trail Running: Frontcountry - Running on Technical Terrain

Field trip: Introduction to Trail Running: Frontcountry

Intro to Trail Running: Frontcountry - Running on Technical Terrain - Cougar Mountain: Harvey Manning Trailhead

This field trip will focus on running skills for technical terrain - Running on trails with rocks, roots, mud, creeks, etc.

Contacts

Brian Gale
Brian Gale
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 5.76 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 752 ft

    We will meet at 5:00 pm for introductions and warm-up. We will start running at 5:15 pm.

    No parking pass required. 

    This session focuses on technical terrain running. We will do a loop around Cougar Mountain from the Harvey Manning Trailhead. We'll be increasing the distance from Session 2, with more practice of uphill and downhill running and a greater focus on technical terrain. 

    Route/Place

    Cougar Mountain: Harvey Manning Trailhead

    Roster
    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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