Badge
Trail Running Fundamentals
The holder of this badge has demonstrated skills in frontcountry trail running.
Description of Skills
The holder of this badge has demonstrated proficiency in the following skills, as witnessed by a Mountaineers leader or designee.
- Assessing factors that impact trail running such as weather, terrain, and trail conditions
- Familiarity with safety concerns specific to trail running and best practices for safety
- On-trail navigational competency
- Safe and effective use of gear specific to trail running
What Does This Badge Allow Me to Do?
This badge serves as an indicator that you’ve taken the Mountaineers’ Introduction to Frontcountry Trail Running course and, therefore, have training in the skills outlined above. Please note: this badge is not a requirement to participate in Mountaineers’ frontcountry trail runs.
How Do I Get This Badge?
An individual receives this badge via the successful completion and graduation from the Introduction to Frontcountry Trail Running course.