Field trip: Introduction to Trail Running: Frontcountry
Intro to Frontcountry Trail Running - Carkeek Park
Learn and practice trail running skills at a local frontcountry trail.
Contacts
Gabrielle Orsi
Primary Leader
Qualified Youth Leader
- Thu, May 30, 2019
- Foothills Trail Running Committee
- Trail Running
- Adults
- Easy
- For Beginners (Getting Started Series)
- Mileage: 3.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 500 ft
- 5 (8 capacity)
- FULL (2 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Meet at 7:00pm at Carkeek Park, 950 NW Carkeek Park Rd., Seattle, WA 98177.
From the main entrance proceed straight then bear right and go uphill (it's a one-way loop so you'll have to do this anyway.) When you come out of the trees by a playground/picnic area, park there- don't drive downhill again.
This session focuses on the topic of trail races.
- Trail map you can download and print (in PDF format): http://www.carkeekpark.org/wp-content/uploads/2017-Trails-Map-Final-Color.pdf
- Our route is based roughly on the NW Trail Runs' Carkeek Cooler 5K race route.
Route/Place
Roster
Required Equipment
Required Equipment
Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities.
- Waterproof jacket, hat, buff, gloves, sunglasses, gaiters are recommended.
- Trail running shoes
- optional: a small day pack
- optional: bring snacks and water (can be left in your car)
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