Birkie Trail Run Weekend!!1!

24 Sept. Update: If you want to sign-up, email trailrunning@hooferouting.org

Life got ya down? Feeling the need for speed? Release that energy on the trails of northern Wisconsin with this overnight trip for participants of the Birkie Trail Run. This year's edition is host to the USA Track and Field Marathon Trail Championships: the pros are out, the energy is high, and good times are guaranteed. 

We'll be car camping at ROAM Adventure Basecamp, located about 30 minutes away from the course. Showers (ooh) and a wood-burning sauna (aah) are yours to indulge in before the big day.

Birkie Trail Run website and registration - MUST SELF-REGISTER

Cost:

4 or less participants: $20 + cost of event registration + 2 meals on the road

5 - 6 participants: add $15 to above costs

Distances:

5K / 3.1 mi

Half Marathon (13.1 mi)

Marathon (26.2mi) [Individual, 3 Person Relay, 6 Person Relay]

Do I need any experience with trail races?

No! The 5k option is perfect for those who are in the beginning stages of their trail running journey.

Itinerary:

Friday, 09/27

• 1 PM - Depart from Memorial Union circle, next to the Helen C. White parking garage. Arrive 15-20 minutes early to do final checks
• 6 PM - Arrive at campsite. Set up camp. Head out for dinner (if not gotten along the way)
• TBD  - S'mores and Stories, then nighty night

Saturday, 09/28

• TBD based on registered events - Wake up, break camp, light breakfast. Depart for course. Bib pick-up and warm-up
• 8 AM - First event starts (Marathon)
• 10 AM - Post race party begins
• Post races - Regroup, shower(?)/food
• 6 PM - Return to Madison

We'll have a brief pre-trip meeting at 8 PM on Tuesday, September 24, in/around Mendota Lodge, right after the general meeting. This is mainly to pick up any gear you may need (sleeping bag, sleeping pad, etc.). If this time doesn't work for you, let me know ASAP and I can work around your schedule.

yippe!