Trail Running Course
Introduction to Trail Running: Frontcountry
Learn how to get started with trail running on local frontcountry trails
- Info
- COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers course.
Contacts
Trail Running Committee Foothills Branch
Leader
- Mon, May 9, 2022 - Tue, Jul 5, 2022
- Committee: Foothills Trail Running Committee
- Members: $60.00 Guests: $75.00
- Availability: 6 (20 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Introduction to Trail Running: Frontcountry is designed to introduce participants to trail running. If you're looking to get started with trail running, this course is for you! It's OK to hike/run during the field trips.
Course Format
The course consists of:
- An introductory "classroom" session held over Zoom web conferencing - required
- Field trips to a frontcountry location, e.g., the Issaquah Alps, to reinforce what you have learned and evaluate your learning.
- To graduate: participate in 3 field trips.
- Recommended reading: Where the Road Ends: A Guide to Trail Running by Meghan Hicks and Bryon Powell.
Graduation Requirements
To graduate and earn your skills badge, you must attend the introductory Zoom session and 3 of the field trips offered. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Badges you will earn:
Trail Running Fundamentals
Course Requirements
| Course Activity | Date | Availability | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intro to Frontcountry Trail Running (optional) | |||
| Northwest Timber Trail |
Sun, May 22, 2022
Registration closes May 20
|
2
participants
0 instructors
|
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| Tiger Mountain Lowlands |
Wed, May 25, 2022
Registration closes May 23
|
0
participants
0 instructors
|
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| Grand Ridge Park (Snoqualmie) |
Sun, May 29, 2022
Registration closes May 27
|
0
participants
0 instructors
|
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| Spring Lake/Lake Desire Park |
Wed, Jun 8, 2022
Registration closes Jun 6
|
0
participants
1 instructor
|
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| Mima Falls |
Sun, Jun 12, 2022
Registration closes Jun 10
|
7
participants
0 instructors
|
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| Squak Mountain: May Valley Access |
Sun, Jun 12, 2022
Registration closes Jun 10
|
3
participants
0 instructors
|
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| Oyster Dome |
Sat, Jun 18, 2022
Registration closes Jun 15
|
2
participants
1 instructor
|
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| Dirty Harry's Balcony |
Thu, Jun 23, 2022
Registration closes Jun 20
|
1
participant
0 instructors
|
|
Roster
Required Equipment
Field trip gear list:
- Appropriate shoes, socks, shorts/pants and/or other apparel in technical/synthetic/wool fabrics for trail running
- lightweight rain-resistant or waterproof jacket
- Pack or waist belt or equivalent to hold required items and personal possessions such as medications, cell phone, keys, etc.
- Water and snacks
- Map (provided)
Weather dependent items (optional):
- Gloves
- Watch
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat or warm hat
- Extra layers in in technical/synthetic/wool fabrics, e.g., an extra long-sleeved shirt
Course Materials
There are no materials for this course.