
Trail Running Course
Winter Trail Running Conditioning Series
Don't let the winter months get you down! Join us for a series of progressive runs in Dec, Jan and Feb with optional timed runs at start and end of course. Get in shape - Stay in shape - Be the shape!
- Thu, Nov 14, 2024 - Sun, Mar 16, 2025
- Committee: Foothills Trail Running Committee
- Members: $85.00 Guests: $105.00
- Availability: FULL, 12 on waitlist (70 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
This course aims to help participants develop their fitness and connect with other trail runners during the winter months. It is structured as a series of progressive frontcountry runs that will slightly increase in distance and/or elevation from December to March.
Whether you are new to trail running or an experienced runner, we invite you to join us to get out more in a friendly, group environment while challenging yourself, discovering new trails, and meeting other runners.
Graduation Requirements
- Attend virtual course kick-off
- Complete a minimum of 2 course runs per month for Dec, Jan and Feb
- Complete Low-Impact Recreation training and earn Low-Impact Recreation badge
Course Agenda
- Nov: Virtual Course Kick-off: Nov weekday evening
- Dec: 4-6 miles (complete 2)
- Jan: 5-7 miles (complete 2)
- Jan: Virtual Course Check-In and Strength Training for Runners Presentation
- Feb: 6+ miles (complete 2)
- Mar: In-person graduation get-together (optional)
Badges you will earn:
Course Activity | Date | Availability | Leader |
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February Winter Conditioning Run: 6+ miles (optional) | |||
Squak Mountain: Bullitt Fireplace Access |
Tue, Feb 18, 2025
Registration closed Feb 16
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2
participants
0 instructors
|
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Cougar Mountain: Sky Country Trailhead |
Wed, Feb 19, 2025
Registration closed Feb 17
|
3
participants on waitlist
0 instructors
|
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Poo Poo Point via High School Trail |
Thu, Feb 20, 2025
Registration closes Feb 18
|
4
participants on waitlist
1 instructor
|
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Saint Edward, Big Finn Hill, McDonald Preserve & O.O. Denny |
Sat, Feb 22, 2025
Registration closes Feb 20
|
2
participants
0 instructors
|
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Cougar Mountain: Terrace Trail Trailhead |
Sat, Feb 22, 2025
Registration closes Feb 20
|
5
participants
0 instructors
|
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Cougar Mountain: Sky Country Trailhead |
Sun, Feb 23, 2025
Registration closes Feb 21
|
5
participants
1 instructor
|
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Bridle Trails to Marymoor Park |
Tue, Feb 25, 2025
Registration closes Feb 23
|
1
participant
0 instructors
|
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Discovery Park |
Thu, Feb 27, 2025
Registration closes Feb 22
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4
participants on waitlist
1 instructor
|
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Paradise Valley Conservation Area |
Fri, Feb 28, 2025
Registration closed Feb 12
|
1
participant on waitlist
0 instructors
|
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Discovery Park |
Sat, Mar 1, 2025
Registration closes Feb 27
|
1
participant
1 instructor
|
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Winter Trail Running Conditioning Graduation Celebration (optional) | |||
Formula Brewing |
Wed, Mar 5, 2025
Registration closes Mar 3
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19
participants
11 instructors
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Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities for this course's activities.
- Waterproof jacket, hat, buff, gloves, sunglasses
- Trail running shoes
- A small day pack suitable for trail running
- Bring snacks and water
- Trail running-adapted ten essentials
- Optional: poles, microspikes, and running-specific gaiters
There are no materials for this course.