AKtive Camp 231

2 Peaks, 30 Miles, 1 Week of Trails

AKtive Camp 231 is a foundational training camp for high school runners. Campers will receive quality coaching in both mountain and trail running form, technique, and endurance by local high school cross country coaches Rhonda Knopp and Norm Rousey. Our coaches have a combined experience of over 40 years of coaching youth and adult runners. This camp will challenge our teen runners in skill, endurance and fortitude as well as provide learning opportunities about the proper training, fueling, and safety involved in long distance and high altitude running. The camp will also provide opportunities for campers to get to know local trails and gain confidence running through the Alaskan wilderness.

Campers will be receiving tips and training advice from local guest speakers and endurance athletes as well as participate in orienteering and wilderness safety activities.

Trail Schedule: (subject to change)

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Daily

• 6/5 - Crevasse Moraine
  

• 6/6 - Lazy Mountain
  

• 6/7 - Eklutna Lake
  

• 6/8 - Government Peak
  

• 6/9 - Matanuska Lake
  

How to Prepare:

Please take the time to read the first email that is sent to you which will include the camp handbook and a basic training program. While your child will be coached in running techniques and learn different aspects of running, they should also be ready for the intensity of this camp. There are no pace requirements as we will have pace chaperones for all levels but your child should be able to run at least six miles (10K) without stopping.

What to Bring:  

• Hydration Pack

• Trail Running Shoes

• Running Socks

• Watch

• Sunglasses/Hat

• Light Jacket

• Food/Fuel

• Sunscreen

• Bug Spray

• Bear Spray

• Personal First Aid (EpiPen, Medications)

**If you have questions about any of the gear requirements, please reach out to our Camp Director, Heidi Quinn at adventures@aktivesoles.com**

Registration & Refunds Policy:

Camp registration will open on Sunday, January 8, 2023 at 8:00am. Camp is limited to 50 participants so please sign up early to guarantee your spot.

Due to the costs associated with putting on events such as this, a 50% refund will be offered only until Sunday, April 30, 2023 at 11:59pm. After that date, no refunds will be provided. No deferrals or registration transfers will be allowed.

Communication:

Please be sure your email is set to receive mail from both RunSignUp and adventures@aktivesoles.com as we will be communicating often through email to help prepare your kids for camp. We also utilize social media for event updates. You can follow us on Instagram: @aktiveevents or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AKtivesoles.

Youth Trail Badge:

We are proud to feature the American Trail Running Association (ATRA) approved Youth Trail Badge. This program was designed to raise awareness of trail races and events among youth runners.