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Morning: December Winter Conditioning Runs: 4-6 miles

Field trip: Winter Trail Running Conditioning Series

Morning: December Winter Conditioning Runs: 4-6 miles - Cougar Mountain: Terrace Trail Trailhead

AM Run: 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.

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Caroline Fox
Caroline Fox
Primary Leader
  • *Varies*
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 5.2 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,033 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 1,098 ft
  • Pace: All Paces Welcome
  • 5 (10 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • Thu, Nov 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM
  • Sun, Nov 30, 2025 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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We will follow a counter-clockwise loop for ~5 1/10 miles total distance with 1,033+ feet elevation gain, through many Cougar trails. We will stop at the DeLeo Wall for a quick drink and snack, then continue on the DeLeo Wall trail to Wildside and Marshall's Hill trails.

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Pace Information Here

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

Meet at Cross Town Trail by Beit Tikvah Synagogue at 7935 136th Ave SE in Newcastle. At 6:00 AM. Parking on street - no passes required. Following introductions, description of route and current trail conditions. There are no public bathrooms at the trailhead or anywhere on the route.   We will go at group conversational pace.

Route/Place

Cougar Mountain: Terrace Trail Trailhead

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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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