December Winter Conditioning Runs: 4-6 miles

Field trip: Winter Trail Running Conditioning Series

December Winter Conditioning Runs: 4-6 miles - Squak Mountain: May Valley Access

Winter Trail Running Conditioning Course runs from 4-6 miles. You will need to complete 2 course runs per month over Dec, Jan and Feb to graduate.

  • Moderate/Strenuous
  • Casual
  • Mileage: 4.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,400 ft

Meet at 6AM at the May Valey Loop TH

We will run/hike up the service road and then run down the trail counterclockwise. 

For a complete description of trail running with the Mountaineers, please consult the Trail Running Standards.

Route/Place

Squak Mountain: May Valley Access


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities for this course's activities.

  • Waterproof jacket, hat, buff, gloves, sunglasses; running-specific gaiters recommended
  • Warm mid-weight layer (e.g. down vest or wool long sleeve)
  • Trail running shoes
  • A small day pack suitable for trail running
  • Bring snacks and water
  • Trail running-adapted ten essentials
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