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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 - Grand Ridge Park: Coal Mine Loop

This MORNING field trip will focus on uphill and downhill running.

Contacts

Danielle Graham
Danielle Graham
Primary Leader
Qualified Youth Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 3.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 750 ft
  • 3 (5 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • Mon, Feb 19, 2024 at 8:00 AM
  • Sun, Apr 28, 2024 at 5:00 PM
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We will run the Coal Mine Loop in a clock-wise direction from Central Park, starting with a flat gravel warm up, then a mildly uphill section, a long downhill, and then a steeper (walking) uphill, back to a cool down on the gravel path.  We'll keep a moderate pace of 12-15 minute per mile overall and enjoy the sights and sounds of spring in the Issaquah Alps.

We will meet at 6:15 AM near the tennis courts at Central Park in Issaquah, WA.  Please note the GPS link, as the park is sprawling. No parking pass is needed. 

Route/Place

Grand Ridge Park (Snoqualmie)

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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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