Join us for a 10k trail race! Whether this is your first trail run or your 50th, this is the race for you. With a moderately technical course and low elevation, this is a friendly race to push yourself or try something new!
All proceeds go to Friends of the Blue Hills!
We are a 1,400+ member non-profit organization devoted to preserving and protecting the Blue Hills Reservation’s natural beauty, diverse natural habitats and many recreational opportunities. Come and explore the Blue Hills ♥
$65
Raised of $0
Race Info!
Ammenities:
If youv'e never worn Trail shoes you're in luck! Arc'teryx will have demos availble for you to try out during the race!
Our friends at Ripple will also be around before and after to provide short massages to help work out your race day soreness.
Snacks & Refreshments will also be available near registraion!
Aid Station:
We will be providing aid at the approximate halfway point around ~3 miles. This aid station will be set up before the largest climb of the race and will have various snacks/hydration options for everyone including trail mix, bananas, electrolytes, water, etc. There will also be aid available at the start/finish line so grab what you need before and after the race!
Medical Assistance:
Emergencies and injuries happen! Especially on trail, you never know what situations will arise. We'll have medics on site to help with medical emergencies and issues, should they occur.
Cut Off:
There is a 3 hour cut off to accommodate race cleanup!
Parking:
Plentiful on site, right next to where the race starts.
Packet Pick Up:
Packet pick up is day of only before the race time. Pick up starts at 8:30 am and goes until race start at 10:00 am. There will be a general meeting 10 minutes before race start time.
Awards:
Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 competitors in each gender category
Trail Etiquette:
Passing a runner in front of you? Please try to alert other runners when passing as sections of the trail are narrow and may require them to step off momentarily. Everyone wants to compete, but no one wants to get hurt due to a fall on narrow trail while passing.
Additionally, this is a shared Reservation. The Blue Hills, although allowing us to use their trails, is still open to the public for biking, hiking, and running. Please be courteous to other trail users throughout the duration of the race.
Headphones:
This is a no headphones suggested race. Standard wireless or wired headphones can prevent runners from hearing passing competitors as well at cyclists and fellow hikers (this is still an open Reservation). Bone conduction headphones or single ear headphones are suggested, allowing for continued hearing throughout the race.
Recommended Gear List:
Although there is no required gear for this race, we do have some suggestions. Everyone’s needs during various lengths of races are different, but for this trail 10k we suggest a hydration vessel (soft flask/bladder in a pack or handheld) and a few small snacks to pack in and out. Know yourself! If you think you will need water or aid sooner than 3 miles into the race, bring it along! We additionally recommend trail shoes as much of the course is rocky and technical. Weather dependent, some other items that may be useful are a windbreaker, hat, and sunglasses.
Course Info!
Course Marking:
The course will be marked every ~¼ mile and lining turns with cones. In addition, there will be signs with directional arrows showing you the right turns/directions at various points throughout the race. If you are ever unsure if you are on the right trail, continue running until you see a cone for confirmation. These will be your confidence markers telling you you are on the right route. If ever lost, a PDF of the route is available in addition to a virtual GPX track and Strava Track.
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Event Location
Houghton's Pond in the Blue Hills
840 Hillside St
Milton, MA 02186 US
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