Summary
Want a flatter course to test out all that speed work you've been doing?
High altitude runners, feel like testing yourself in some low elevation and high humidity?
Check out this race in the deep swampy south. A 10hr night ultra on a short course that is sure to be fast, but mind the roots and mosquitoes because they are hungry for a win too.
This trail is a gem in the heart of Louisiana. You've heard about the local Louisiana food (right?!), you almost couldn't ask for a better spot to consider a runcation!
Please note, this is an OVERNIGHT run.
This 10 hour endurance event will feature a 2-4 mile loop with a full aid station available each loop.*
Each runner is required to carry a light source and hydration solution for every loop. Plan for heat and humidity as this is a run through a Louisiana Summer Night!
*As soon as the course is finalized this information will be updated.
Logisitics
Packet pick up: 6 pm- 8 pm at race start
Parking: Info coming!
Pre-race meeting: There will be a pre-race meeting at 7:50 pm that all runners need to attend.
T-shirts: Register by July 6 to ensure you get a t-shirt!
Aid station: There will be one well stocked aid station that you will regularly pass that will have everything you need including cheerful volunteers. Each runner is required to carry a light source and hydration solution at all times with them. This will be a cupless race and Second Growth Running Company will provide each runner a reusable cup.
Course: Runners will play on a 2-4 mile loop which will include single track trail, some gravel road, and some wooden boardwalks. The course will be well marked with reflective tape.
Awards/ Goodies
Signing up: Each runner will receive a shirt and reusable cup for signing up.
Finishers Awards: An award will be given to all runners that complete at least 20 miles (number of loops TBD).
Podium Awards: Top three females and top three males will receive an additional award because you have EARNED it!!
Runners can run as much or as little as they want during the 10 hours. For a loop to count towards your overall mileage the loop must be completed by 6 am Sunday morning.
Camping/ Lodging
RVs/ Tents: Conveniently there is a campground at Acadiana Park. Information can be found here: http://www.naturestation.org/pages/Acadiana-Park-Campground
AirBNB/ Hotels: This trail is in the middle of Lafayette, Louisiana a couple of miles off of I-10. There is a plethora of lodging options nearby. Downtown Lafayette is close and offers a great spot to dine, drink, and hang out for those of you coming in from out of town!
Community
Check out our Facebook pages!
Event page: https://fb.me/e/4uhks7wTd
Second Growth Running Company: https://www.facebook.com/secondgrowthrunning
Event's current local time: 3:47 AM CT
