
Trail Running Course
Introduction to Trail Running Racing
Train and run a 25K trail race with us!
- Thu, Feb 27, 2025 - Sun, Jun 8, 2025
- Committee: Foothills Trail Running Committee
- Members: $100.00 Guests: $150.00
- Availability: FULL, 4 on waitlist (20 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Introduction to Trail Racing is designed to help participants get ready and complete 25K trail race. As an option you can join us at a trail race to run it together: Cape Mountain 25K (June 1). Registration for this race is not included in the course - you must register on your own.
NOTE: The number of participants may be expanded if there is interest - please register for the wait list if the course is full.
This course is best suited for participants who:
- Have some experience with trails and trail running
- Can currently hike/run 5mi on trail (any pace)
- Interested in training for a 25K trail race
- Looking for a trail running group with similar goals
The course will offer:
- Online classroom info session via Zoom - required
- Pre-built general 3-months training schedule
- Two weekly group runs available to course participants only (Tue and Sat long run) - Issaquah Alps and I-90 corridor locations (more runs will be posted after the info session as the course progresses)
- Insights on nutrition, hydration, and gear
- Supportive community of trail runners
To graduate the course, students are required to:
- Volunteer at one of the local trail races (one group option will be available).
- Complete a 25K trail race (must be an official trail race). NOTE: registration for an actual race is not included - you must register separately.
Course graduates will receive a trail running Skill Badge for Trail Racing 25K!
Badges you will earn:
Course Activity | Date | Availability | Leader |
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Introduction to Trail Running Racing (optional) | |||
Online Classroom |
Thu, Feb 27, 2025
Registration closes Feb 25
|
9
participants
|
|
Cougar Mountain: Harvey Manning Trailhead |
Sat, Mar 1, 2025
Registration opens Feb 20; Instructor registration open now
|
10
participants
1 instructor
|
|
Tiger Mountain Lowlands |
Tue, Mar 4, 2025
Registration closes Mar 2
|
6
participants
0 instructors
|
|
Cougar Mountain: Sky Country Trailhead |
Sat, Mar 8, 2025
Registration closes Mar 6
|
3
participants
1 instructor
|
|
Tiger Mountain Lowlands |
Tue, Mar 11, 2025
Registration closes Mar 2
|
6
participants
0 instructors
|
|
Cougar Mountain: Harvey Manning Trailhead |
Sat, Mar 15, 2025
Registration closes Mar 13
|
3
participants
1 instructor
|
|
Tiger Mountain Lowlands |
Tue, Mar 18, 2025
Registration closes Mar 16
|
7
participants
0 instructors
|
|
Grand Ridge Park (Snoqualmie) |
Sat, Mar 22, 2025
Registration closes Mar 20
|
7
participants
1 instructor
|
|
Tiger Mountain Lowlands |
Tue, Mar 25, 2025
Registration closes Mar 23
|
6
participants
0 instructors
|
|
Granite Creek Trail |
Sat, Mar 29, 2025
Registration closes Mar 27
|
4
participants
1 instructor
|
|
Tiger Mountain Lowlands |
Tue, Apr 1, 2025
Registration closes Mar 30
|
5
participants
0 instructors
|
|
Tiger Mountain Lowlands |
Tue, Apr 8, 2025
Registration closes Apr 6
|
6
participants
0 instructors
|
|
Tiger Mountain Lowlands |
Tue, Apr 15, 2025
Registration closes Apr 13
|
8
participants
0 instructors
|
|
Deception Pass State Park |
Sat, Apr 19, 2025
Registration closes Apr 17
|
4
participants
1 instructor
|
|
Tiger Mountain Lowlands |
Tue, Apr 22, 2025
Registration closes Apr 20
|
6
participants
0 instructors
|
|
Taylor River |
Sat, Apr 26, 2025
Registration closes Apr 24
|
5
participants
1 instructor
|
|
Tiger Mountain Lowlands |
Tue, Apr 29, 2025
Registration closes Apr 27
|
6
participants
0 instructors
|
|
Rattlesnake Mountain Grand Traverse |
Sat, May 3, 2025
Registration closes May 1
|
4
participants
1 instructor
|
|
West Tiger Mountain No. 3 Cable Line |
Tue, May 6, 2025
Registration closes May 4
|
7
participants
0 instructors
|
|
Middle Fork Snoqualmie River |
Sat, May 17, 2025
Registration closes May 15
|
5
participants
1 instructor
|
Field trips gear list:
- Appropriate shoes, socks, shorts/pants, and other apparel in technical/synthetic/wool fabrics for trail running
- 10 Essentials adapted for trail running
- Lightweight rain-resistant or waterproof jacket
- Running vest/pack or waist belt or equivalent to hold required items and personal possessions such as medications, cell phone, keys, etc.
- Water and snacks
- Map (printed or digital)
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
You must register for this course to see course materials.