Two water stations. One halfway on shorter route and another on the longer route.
Post-race refreshments inside the Lodge
Two Routes (See below)
Awards/Post-Race:
To be determined
Routes
BE AWARE! This is a trailrun/walk, meaning the course is going to have lumps, bumps, rocks, roots and ruts. That's what makes it fun! There will be signs on the course warning for any particularly gnarly spots where caution should be taken. Parts of route could be muddy, please keep that in mind when choosing your footwear.
The Original (4M) -bright green line-
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Lake Loop (Hard 10K) -bright pink line-
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is organizing this event? Backbone Friends Group is a non-profit organization who's mission is to promote and support the activities of the Upper Maquoketa River Alliance and related organizations and agencies with similar natural resource concerns. To promote the general social welfare of the counties through the establishment, operation, management, and maintenance of properties as conservation and education demonstration areas. To promote and assist economic development related to the areas natural, historic, and human resources.
Q: Where do the proceeds of this event go? To Backbone State Park of course! The Backbone Friends Group provides funding for projects that the normal park budget cannot absorb. These projects and purchases have assisted in the protection of the parks watershed, provided promotional support, purchased items that improve park visitors experience such as playground equipment, trees, and much much more!