FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
We are a cupless race. What does that mean? Trail races have minimized cups for years. There are two practical reasons. One, can you imagine all the cups you see on a marathon course thrown into the woods? Awful! Next, in a trail race, you often run miles between aid stations and need a hydration system. You must carry a hydration system to carry water and your electrolyte drink.
We will have minimal water bottles (single-use plastic) at the finish line. We recommend that you bring a reusable container to fill with cold water. This is for both you and any family members who attend our events.
I registered for the race, but now I can’t run. May I get a refund? There are no refunds.
If I can no longer run, may I still get my bib and shirt? Yes, you or a friend can pick up the bib and shirt during packet pickup. However, we will not mail race shirts, nor will we provide finisher item to anyone who did not attend the event.
How do I fix an error on my registration? If you need to change the distance, shirt size or emergency contact information. Simply email us through race page.
Do you have an age requirement to participate in your race? Minors (under the age of 18) are allowed to participate if the parent/guardian gives permission. We do not have a specific age requirement because we believe the parent/guardian knows best what their child can handle.
If the minor runs with you, please ensure they can handle the distance. Ensure they have the gear needed for the trail, including proper shoes and a hydration system.
If the minor runs independently, they must also be able to follow course markings and instructions. They should also follow all rules of the trail and race course.
Do you cancel if it rains/snows or if there is severe weather? We can plan and prepare for a lot, but we can’t control the weather. Most of the time, when it rains, we will still hold the event.
When you register, you sign an agreement that you understand unexpected natural occurrences happen, and you will not receive a refund. The reason is that our race expenses are sunk long before race day.
We will do everything possible to avoid this from happening. Options we will consider include postponing to an alternate date.
May I change the distance I am running? You can change your distance, but it must be done before the race starts. Simply email us in advance or tell us race morning.
If you choose to drop, you must come by timing vehicle at start/finish and notify us before leaving the event.
May a friend/family member pick up my bib? Yes, make sure you have had a conversation and there is no confusion about who is picking up your bib and race shirt.
May I exchange for a different shirt size than what I registered for? We want you to have a shirt that you can wear. Shirts are ordered based on the sizes given during registration. Bring your clean, unworn shirt to the start/finish area and if shirts available we can exchange.
Are dogs allowed on the trails or at the start/finish? We love dogs and know that many runners love to run with them. However, for safety of all participants, we cannot allow dogs in the race. We also know that many people bring their dogs to the start/finish. If you or your guest bring a dog, they must always be on a leash and under control.
Why are headphones/music discouraged? We share the trails. It is essential to be aware of your surroundings and hear people coming up behind you. For this reason, we suggest that you either don’t wear headphones or listen to music in only one ear at a low volume. We also strongly discourage music played by a speaker while on the trail. This makes it harder to hear others on the trail and disturbs the people around you.
Have friends who want to register? We will keep registration open online until race start. The sooner they register, the more likely they will get a race shirt
