January Winter Conditioning Runs: 5-7 miles

Field trip: Winter Trail Running Conditioning Series

January Winter Conditioning Runs: 5-7 miles - Squak Mountain: Bullitt Fireplace Access

Winter Trail Running Conditioning Course runs from 5-7 miles. You will need to complete 2 course runs per month over Dec, Jan and Feb to graduate.

  • Easy/Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 6.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,800 ft
  • Pace: 4-5 mph / 12-15 mpm

Meet at 6:00 am at Squak Mountain Bullitt Fireplace TH. Following introductions, description of route and current trail conditions, plan to start running at 6:10 am.

Directions to TH > https://maps.app.goo.gl/7sqn931jt8ZQuVhAA

There are no toilet facilities at this location.

On this run, we will run counter clockwise seeing Bullitt Fireplace and Squak Central Peak.

Link to Garmin route

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.

  • A headlamp with spare batteries or a handheld light is required (flashlights from cell phones or watches are not sufficient)
  • Waterproof rain jacket, hat, buff, and gloves
  • Warm mid-weight layer (e.g. down vest or wool long sleeve)
  • Trail running specific shoes
  • A small running pack suitable for trail running
  • Bring snacks and water
  • Trail running-adapted ten essentials
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