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Wild Turkey Trail Runs Wild Turkey 10 Miler
August 17, 2024
Fairmont, WV, 26554, US
Join us for a Free Trail Race at Valley Falls State Park in on Saturday August 17th, 2024!
Strava Route for 50k: https://www.strava.com/routes/3127321718973675108
(You can export a GPX file from the Strava link for your watch)
LINK TO COURSE MAP, PARK MAP, AND ELEVATION CHART: https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/Location/CourseMapDirectionsElevation/WV/Fairmont/ValleyFallsFunRun
This is a FREE race - we'll provide food and drinks (Tailwind/Gatorade) - but bring some of your own fuel as well. The aid station is under a large park shelter right next to the parking area so you can use your car as your own personal aid station!
WHEN: August 17th at 8AM (10 hour cutoff)
COURSE: The run is a moderately difficult 10 mile figure 8 loop with a single aid station in the middle. (see link to loop on Strava - https://www.strava.com/routes/3127321718973675108) and course map here. This course is at beautiful Valley Falls State Park just east of Fairmont, WV. Elevation gain is approximately 1500ft per loop. This race is free, but the tradition is to bring your own food to contribute to the aid station or to eat yourself. The course will be marked.
FINISHERS: We have some free giveaways for finishers (car stickers and fun homemade medals)!
WVMTR: Joining WVMTR (West Virginia Mountain Trail Runners) is not necessary to participate in this event, but we encourage you to support our events by becoming members. Yearly membership is only $10 and allows us to offer these wonderful free club events. Become a member today on our membership page.
CAMPING: There is no camping at Valley Falls State Park but there is at nearby Coopers Rock and Tygart Lake State Park
Volunteers are greatly appreciated! Please notify the race director if you are able to volunteer for this event.
The Wild Turkey Trail Runs Wild Turkey 10 Miler, taking place on August 17, 2024, in Fairmont, WV, offers a challenging and scenic trail running experience. While specific historical details are limited, trail races of this nature often foster a sense of community and an appreciation for the outdoors, with this 10-miler likely building upon a tradition of local running events. Participants should anticipate a demanding course that tests their endurance and trail running skills. Runners can expect a varied terrain typical of West Virginia's natural landscapes, likely featuring well-maintained but unpaved trails winding through wooded areas, potentially with moderate to significant elevation changes. The August date suggests warm weather, so participants should be prepared for humidity and heat, necessitating careful hydration and pacing. This race is known for its rugged beauty and the satisfaction of completing a substantial trail distance in a natural setting.
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