WORS Trail Run Closes Season with Evergreen Harrier Classic
Crisp autumn temps and clear skies greeted runners who came out to participate in the Evergreen Harrier Classic on October 11th in Sheboygan. The colorful and fast trails made for a perfect conclusion to the WORS Trail Run Series. Thank you to all of the new and familiar faces for spending the morning with us!
Congratulations to our series participants and winners! We applaud your dedication and competitive spirit, and look forward to seeing you next season.
Check back in December for a finalized Trail Run schedule for 2010. We are considering a couple of venue changes; if you have a venue (on the WORS bike circuit) that you would like us to look into, please send an e-mail.
We are also going to look at making a few changes to the structure and execution of the Trail Run Series, and would welcome any suggestions from our series runners! Thank you to those who have already offered up some great ideas for next year. We may be coming to you looking for additional input in the near future.
Finally, a special thank you to our series sponsor, TEVA for the numerous shoe gift certificates and a lot of great schwag that a multitude of runners were able to take advantage of. Also, thank you to our event sponsor RUNAWAY SHOES of Oshkosh and Green Bay for gift certificates and other appreciated schwag items! We hope to see them next year!!
Have a wonderful winter and we’ll see you on the trails in the spring!
Tracey Ubl and Lynn Le Roy
Upcoming event–Sunday, October 11th
Evergreen Harrier Classic/WISCONSIN STATE CHAMPIONSHIP
5K and 10K Trail Runs
Quarryview/Evergreen Parks, Sheboygan
This is a “must do” run for all who enjoy the very essence of the sport. Winding trails will carry you through beautiful pinewoods and varying terrain. The course is a scenic mixture of single and double track, and is one of the more spectator-friendly venues in the series.
This race will draw an exceptional field of runners as it is the final event of the WORS Trail Running Series for 2009, as well as the
WISCONSIN STATE CHAMPIONSHIP. Runners of all abilities are encouraged to participate!!
RACER PERKS:
• FREE TECH TEE to the first 30 pre-registered
• Custom medals to the 1st and 2nd finishers (overall and age group)
• FREE POST RACE MEAL to all participants
• Door prizes and schwag items
The series awards will take place after the race award ceremony. We
look forward to seeing our series runners take home their well-deserved plaques. We will also be giving away other great items to
show our appreciation for the largest supporters of our series!!
We look forward to seeing you on Sunday the 11th!
Re-Cap: Treadfest Trail Run
Thank you to all who participated in the 1st annual trail run at the Grand Geneva Resort. The weather cooperated yet once again to offer a beautiful fall day for hitting the trails. This course proved to be one of the more technical venues in our series, and all runners appeared to enjoy the challenge.
We would like to extend our thanks to Club Tread Cycling and all of the volunteers that contributed to a successful debut event.
Quarryview/Evergreen Parks, Sheboygan
IMPORTANT: Wolf River Rendezvous Trail Run CANCELLED
Due to schedule and event planning issues, the Wolf River Rendezvous Trail Run will NOT be held on Oct. 4, 2009. We hope to re-establish this venue for next season. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause our dedicated runners. Series standings will be given to all series runners who have completed a minimum of 3 races in 2009.
Thank you for your understanding & hope to see you at Suamico and Lake Geneva!
Reforestation Camp (Aug. 30) Update:
Early registration will be available for any runners who are onsite Saturday afternoon. Check the registration between 3:00 and 5:00 if you would like to register early.
Crystal Ridge Recap…
A perfect day greeted all who arrived to enjoy the trails around the Crystal Ridge Ski Area in Franklin on August 2nd. For the first time in years, runners were able to enjoy some of the Alpha Trail system adjoining the ski area. Fast (and dry!) conditions allowed for the posting of some very fast times, and fun was had by all (regardless of the random mutterings heard during the final climb to the finish)! Thank you to all who came out to enjoy the great weather and trail system.
Up Next…Reforestation Ramble (Suamico, WI)
Gently rolling double track ski trails lend speed to this popular running and biking venue just north of Green Bay. No ski hills to climb here; you can make up for lack of altitude by pushing yourself faster through this beautifully wooded trail system. As always, participants are welcome to WALK or Run/Walk the 5k. Click on the Registration link to pre-register. The first 50 pre-registered participants will receive a FREE EVENT T-SHIRT. Pre-registrations must be completed by Monday, August 24 (see Registration link for details). Registration on the morning of the event will begin at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:15 a.m. Races begin at 8:30 a.m.
**Attention! Venue AND Date Change for the Wolf River Rendezvous!**
The Wolf River Rendezvous date and location HAS BEEN CHANGED. The race will be postponed one weekend, and will now take place on Sunday, October 4. The venue will also change to the Bear Paw Outdoors. Bear Paw is located 30 miles north of Shawano. We will supply further details as soon as possible .
We apologize for any inconvenience that may arise from circumstances beyond our control.
Up Next…Crystal Ridge Scramble (Franklin/Milwaukee area)
The Crystal Ridge Ski Area offers a wide variety of terrain for your running entertainment! A challenging series of climbs is nicely balanced with some open fire road and gently rolling single track. If weather permits, the course will also travel the beautiful county Alpha Trail, which offers fast single track in a scenic wooded setting. As always, participants are welcome to WALK or Run/Walk the 5k. Click on the Registration link to pre-register. The first 50 pre-registered participants will receive a FREE EVENT T-SHIRT. Pre-registrations must be completed by Monday, July 27 (see Registration link for details). Registration on the morning of the event will begin at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:15 a.m. Races begin at 8:30 a.m.
Chippewa Valley Firecracker Recap
A perfect Wisconsin summer day greeted the runners who arrived to take on the beautiful trails at Lowe’s Creek Park in Eau Claire. Athletes took in wonderful scenery as they traversed the hills and valleys (but mainly hills!) along the course. All “rose” to the occasion of the challenging climbs and slightly extended course, and most finished with a smile!
SMILE! Did you know you picture is ONLINE?
Runners are reminded that your pictures are taken out on the trail, and all are posted online for your review and purchase, if you so desire! Visit Extreme Photography Unlimited at www.xtrphoto.com , look up your event and admire your form through Gary Smit’s amazing photography!
Up Next…Firecracker Off-Road (Eau Claire)
A combination of fast, rolling trails and somewhat technical single track will provide an exhilarating trail run experience! Open field areas offer the opportunity to open up, while the wooded areas feature creek crossings, quick drops, and fun climbing challenges. As always, participants are welcome to WALK or Run/Walk the 5k. Click on the Registration link to pre-register. Registration on the morning of the event will begin at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:15 a.m. Races begin at 8:30 a.m.
Nine Mile Forest Chase Recap
The rain barely held off for the running of the Nine Mile Forest Chase, as 60+ participants enjoyed a cool, cloudy and slightly damp romp on the trails. The rolling single track and forest roads proved to be a fast course, boasting strong finishes from many runners. Thank you to all who took part, and we look forward to seeing you in Eau Claire for the Firecracker Off-Road on July 5th.