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February Winter Conditioning Run: 6+ miles

Field trip: Winter Trail Running Conditioning Series

February Winter Conditioning Run: 6+ miles - Squak Mountain: Bullitt Fireplace Access

Winter Trail Running Conditioning Course runs from 6+ miles. You will need to complete 2 course runs per month over Dec, Jan and Feb to graduate.

Contacts

Caroline Fox
Caroline Fox
Primary Leader
  • Easy/Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 6.7 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,770 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 2,006 ft
  • Pace: avg 3.5 mph

Meet at 6:00 am at Squak Mtn TH trailhead, on the Mountainside Dr SW. Following introductions, description of route and current trail conditions, plan to start running at 6:10 am.

We will look to do an avg pace of 3.5 mph: moderate hike uphill and 4.5-5.0 mph straightaway and downhill. Please bring a headlamp since we will be starting in the dark

Link to GAIA route

LInk to Strava route

Please bring a headlamp since we will be starting in the dark!

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

Route/Place

Squak Mountain: Bullitt Fireplace Access

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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
  • Headlamp with spare batteries
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