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The monthly newsletter of the Prescott Area Trail Runners
June 2024

Hope you find the newsletter useful, apologies for any beer related events that I've accidentally included!

Jun

Sat
Jun 01
SATR PATR - White Rock Parking Lot off of Thumb Butte Road

8-10 beautiful miles! Not too fast, not too slow, just right!
Dana will be running 20-24 (that's where the "not too fast" part comes into play) and would love company! Hope to see you there!

Sat
Jun 01
Hotfoot Hamster

Back and hotter than ever, Hotfoot Hamster returns to Nardini Manor 2024!

Test your endurance and see how far you can run in 6 hours, 12 hours, or 24 hours at the ideal flat and fast custom built gravel running track at the historic Nardini Manor. This is one of two chances this year to participate in a running event on this unique ultra runner built course!

We'll have a fully stocked aid station directly on course and you can setup trackside for ultimate convenience.

The USATF Certified 500 meter course is perfect for your first ultra or for a personal best. The Hotfoot Hamster is a classic fixed time ultra that is sure to be a fun time with new friends.

Sat
Jun 01
Inaugural Jan Alfano Trail Parkrun 5k

Every Saturday morning at 7:30 we're holding a community 5k event on the Jan Alfano Trail at Willow Lake. Drive straight through the dog park parking and there's a trailhead with friendly volunteers, runners, and walkers there to enjoy a 5k out and back on a mild trail.

Find more details and sign up at [https://www.parkrun.us/janalfanotrail/](https://www.parkrun.us/janalfanotrail/) you'll need a barcode from signing up in order to receive a time. There are no winners or losers, but you will receive a time if you have a barcode.

Mon
Jun 03
Track workouts

I am going to be doing workouts on the track every Monday for the month of June. If you are interested in running on the track for some speed work or just some flat miles, I will be there. The best way to get on the track is to park in the back where students usually park and go in the back of the school to the track. Then there are no gates that will be locked. If you have any questions message me.

Tue
Jun 04
Tuesday Group Run- Thumb Butte Loop- Cindy leading!

Thumb Butte loop (326, 392, 367). 4.7 miles, 784 ft of elevation gain. Meet at the Thumb Butte Parking lot (paid parking or national parks pass). Cindy leading!

Thumb Butte Trail 326, 392, and 367 on AllTrails

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Wed
Jun 05
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Jun 06
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Tue
Jun 11
Tuesday Group Run- meet at Peavine - new trail to explore!!

PLEASE READ THIS DESCRIPTION.

We will meet at the Peavine Trailhead by the Humane Society off of Sundog Ranch Road at 5:30pm. No drop run (we stop for everyone at every intersection).

Jim is leading! Message from Jim: We just opened the first segment of the Glassford Hills Trail, about a mile out from the Peavine parking lot. The trail goes up about a mile to a spectacular view of Watson Lake and then we will come back down the Captains trail.

Expect 4-6 miles.

Bring water :)

***Note: This is NOT Glassford Hills Trail in PV - this is a NEW trail off of the Peavine area ***









Wed
Jun 12
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Jun 13
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Sat
Jun 15
WHISKEY ROW BREW FEST

WHISKEY ROW BREW FEST
Prescott's Biggest Annual Brew Fest
Located at Mile High Field, 300 S Granite St, Prescott, AZ 86303

3pm Early Entrance (VIP ONLY) | 4-7pm General Admission

Admission: $40 • At the Gate: $50
10 Drink Sample Tickets

VIP: $60 • At the Gate: $75
Early Admission @ 3pm, VIP Entrance on East Carleton St., 20 Drink Sample Tickets, Commemorative Glass, VIP Bathrooms

A portion of the proceeds benefit Friends of Prescott Scouting

Brew Fest Line Up:
Lazy G Brewing • Wren House Brewing • Insurgent Brewing
Adventure Stills • Modern Times • Lumberyard Brewing
Walter Station • Baja Brewing Chelada Bar • Stone Brewing
Superstition Meadery • Big Sipz • Ranch La Gloria Ranch Water
NUTRL Seltzer • Dr. Kombucha • Lexington Brewing
Barrio Brothers • Kona Brewing Co. • Four Peaks • Mudshark
Mother Road • AleSmith • 3 Amigos Margaritas • 2 Towns Ciderhouse • Select Beers from Scout Distribution

Sat
Jun 15
Hypnosis Night Runs

Ready to be hypnotized?

Well then, plan to join us on June 22nd for the third race in our Insomniac Night Runs Series, Hypnosis Night Runs!

NEW COURSE!!! What?

That’s right, we are once again using the same new, fun course from the 2021 edition!

All runs will be staged out of the main park, at the Coldwater Trailhead. We're excited to introduce this new route, highlighting some of the great trails of Estrella Mountain Park. Experience Butterfield, Gadsen, Coldwater, Dysart, and Rainbow Valley trails depending on your distance. These new routes are flowy and fun!

So pick your poison (50k, 36k, 22k, 15k or 6k) Insomniacs, and plan to party the night away on the trails at Hypnosis Night Runs!

Tue
Jun 18
Tuesday Group Run- Boblett ---new for a Tuesday run!

PLEASE READ THIS DESCRIPTION.

This is a trail we haven't ever done for a Tuesday run!

We will meet here: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/nLr37AZ9G12KU2ta9?g_st=ic](https://maps.app.goo.gl/nLr37AZ9G12KU2ta9?g_st=ic) at 5:30pm. No drop run (we stop for everyone at every intersection).

Jim is leading! (Thank you Jim!) Gateway trail to Elizabeth trail to Boblett trail past the grave site.

Expect 4-6 miles.

Bring water :) No really, it's getting hot - bring water!










Wed
Jun 19
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Jun 20
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Fri
Jun 21
Blackout Night Runs

Join us in the pines of Flagstaff for our only night race in Northern Arizona at the Blackout Night Runs. This race takes place on the eve of the annual camping extravaganza at the Big Pine Trail Runs. Do both and earn a "double down" medal!

Choose from a 27k, 13k or 6k under a canopy of ponderosa pines and a blanket of stars. These trails are smooth and fabulous for the entire family!

Sat
Jun 22
Flagstaff Extreme Big Pine Trail Runs

Camp, stay, run and play!

Welcome to the 9th annual Big Pine Trail Runs at Fort Tuthill County Park!
Runners will get to experience both the Soldiers Trail and Highlands Trail Loop (6 Km runners will only run on a partial Soldiers Trail loop) which winds through the ponderosa pines above 7,000 ft, eventually topping out on a mesa with expansive views of mountain landscapes before being enveloped back into the trees.
With so much happening in Flagstaff this weekend including Blackout Night Runs the night before and Big Woody Rides on Sunday, the Big Pine weekend is THE best way to kick off your summer.
Bring the family and we hope to see you there!

Sat
Jun 22
43rd Annual Prescott Bluegrass Festival

🎻🌟 Check this out! 🎶 Don't miss the toe-tappin', banjo-strummin', good ol' time at the 43rd Annual Prescott Bluegrass Festival🎸🎵

The Prescott Chamber of Commerce coordinates this FREE festival and strives to bring audiences a variety of bluegrass shows: traditional and contemporary; national, regional, and local groups – while maintaining the highest standards for the music.

📅 Date: Saturday June 22nd, 2024 - Sunday June 23rd, 2024
🕛 Time: Sat 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m, Sun 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Raffle drawing Sun at 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza

Get ready to immerse yourself in the soulful melodies and infectious rhythms of bluegrass music! 🎶 From talented musicians to lively performances, this festival is the ultimate celebration of Americana culture.

Come join us for a weekend filled with:

🎻 Live bluegrass performances from:

The Storytellers- Headliner!!
Blue Canyon Boys
Cisco & The Racecars
The Cross-Eyed Possum
Of Kith & Kin

🎶 Jam sessions
🛍️ Craft vendors showcasing their handmade goods
🤠 Family-friendly activities

Gather your friends and family for a memorable experience that's sure to have you dancing and singing along! 🎉
Stay tuned for more updates, surprises and this years schedule of events! See you at the Prescott Bluegrass Festival! 🌟🎻 #PrescottBluegrassFestival #MusicFestival #CommunityEvent

Tue
Jun 25
Tuesday Group Run- Little Granite Mtn- Sean leading!

Will meet at Little Granite Mtn trailhead (TR 37) for an out and back run. Sean is leading!

PLEASE READ THIS DESCRIPTION.
We will meet at the Little Granite Mtn trailhead along Iron Springs Rd. 34.58891, -112.57393 at 5:30pm. Expect 4-6 miles. No drop run (we stop for everyone at every intersection).

Bring water!

Directions: To Iron Springs Trailhead from downtown Prescott:
Take Montezuma Street north (becomes Whipple St) to its intersection with Willow Creek Road (about 1.5 miles). Continue west on Iron Springs Road, approx. 3 miles PAST the turn off for Spence Springs Trailhead, then turn right into the trailhead for Little Granite Mtn.

TRAVEL TIME: Approx. 20 minutes from downtown Prescott

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Wed
Jun 26
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Jun 27
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Jul

Wed
Jul 03
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Jul 04
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Wed
Jul 10
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Jul 11
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Wed
Jul 17
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Jul 18
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Wed
Jul 24
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Jul 25
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Wed
Jul 31
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Aug

Thu
Aug 01
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Wed
Aug 07
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Aug 08
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Wed
Aug 14
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Aug 15
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Wed
Aug 21
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Aug 22
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Sat
Aug 24
Jackrabbit Jubilee

Hoppiness abounds at the Jackrabbit Jubilee!

The 12 & 6 Hour fixed-time night race kicks off this August on the 500 meter USATF certified course (road) at Nardini Manor. The course is a flat crushed gravel loop that winds its way around the grounds. Run, hop, skip, laugh and spend the night with us at Nardini Manor--fun for everybunny!

Wed
Aug 28
Vert Club

Meet in Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) and run or walk as many loops to the top as you like! Gates open at 6:00AM, expect some people to start at 6:00AM and some at 7:00AM.

Thu
Aug 29
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Sep

Sun
Sep 01
Jerome Hill Climb

4.5 mile hill climb

Thu
Sep 05
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Sat
Sep 07
Mogollon Monster 100

It’s out there…will YOU be the one to find it this September 7th?

Challenge yourself at one of the toughest and most beautiful races you’ll ever toe the line at.

Join us this fall at the 2024 edition of the Mogollon Monster!

Choose from the point to point 100 mile or get a hefty dose of the Monster in the 42k “Monster Marathon”. No matter which distance you choose, you are sure to appreciate breathtaking climbs up the Rim, exhilarating descents down, spectacular views in between, and possible monster sightings at each turn.

The 42 Km course takes place on Sunday starting at the Pine Trailhead and heads out on the historic Highline Trail to its first rim climb, the Donahue Trail, where runners will join courses with the 100 milers who start 24 hours and 85 miles earlier. The drop off the rim and right back up via West Webber and Turkey Springs will test runners but be sure to soak up the views along the Mogollon Rim. Finishing with a massive vista off the Pine Canyon Trail and miles of gorgeous trail all the way back to the town of Pine where runners will cross under the finish line at the town community center.

This is mountain running at its finest, and you’ll relish every minute of it.

Join us in Pine this September 7-8 for the Mogollon Monster!

Thu
Sep 12
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Thu
Sep 19
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Sat
Sep 21
Jangover Night Runs

This is one Jangover you won’t want a cure for...

Yes! It’s Jangover Night Runs and it’s happening on September 21st!

What started as an informal training run for the Javelina Jundred has evolved into one of our flagship races in the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series. Come experience the beauty of desert trail running at night under a blanket of stars! The Javelina Jangover Night Runs is the 6th and final race in the Summer Insomniac Night Trail Run Series.

Take to the trails all night to complete 7 kilometers, 15 kilometers, 25 kilometers,50 kilometers, or 75 kilometers of trails...there’s a Jangover for every level and age of runner!

Join us for Jangover, or snag a series pass and save big on registration.
The choice is yours!

We “jope” to see you this September at Jangover Night Runs at McDowell Mountain Regional Park!

Thu
Sep 26
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Sat
Sep 28
Flagstaff Sky Peaks 🍂 ⛰️

Experience fall vibes and mountain running at their finest at the 2024 edition of Flagstaff Sky Peaks this September 28th.

Join us in beautiful Flagstaff at a new for 2024 race staging area at the Fort Valley Trailhead!
This exciting move will freshen up the courses, granting access to even more amazing trails!
“Ring The Peaks” in the 50 miler, or take on the 50k, 26k or 10k utilizing the iconic Arizona Trail, the beautiful Schultz Creek, Weatherford and Fort Valley Trails, and of course, the leaf-peepers delight; the Aspen Loop.

Enjoy the crisp mountain air, epic trails and colorful fall, Northern Arizona foliage with us this September!


Oct

Thu
Oct 03
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Thu
Oct 10
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Thu
Oct 17
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Thu
Oct 24
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Please join us for our Thursday night social run/walk! Meet on the patio at La Planchada, 217 W Gurley. We'll run or walk on the path along Granite Creek to the Park, do a couple laps in the Park, then return (or do your own route). Stay after for food and/or drinks if you like.

Sat
Oct 26
The Javelina Jundred

It’s the original costumed ultra trail run party in the desert…

It’s the world famous, Javelina Jundred presented by Hoka!

The race is held on a 20 mile rolling single track trail course comprised mostly of the Pemberton Trail in beautiful McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, Arizona. Runners will take on 100 miles, 100k or a nighttime 31k dubbed “Jackass Night Trail” on a looped course in the gorgeous Sonoran Desert.

Come dressed in your best and be ready to party at the one and only, Javelina Jundred!

Dec

Sat
Dec 28
Across The Years

🎉 Across the Years is back for the 2024-25 edition and we are excited to welcome runners to Camelback Ranch this December! Join us for this fixed-time 6-day running event as we run into the New year with a community of familiar faces and welcomed new friends.

Runners can choose from a menu of events that include both fixed-time and fixed-distance. Ring in the New Year and set a goal, break a record, earn a buckle or simply make new friends as we travel together Across the Years! Celebrate with us December 28, 2024 - January 3, 2025.

Mar

Sat
Mar 22
Crown King Scramble 50k

After all, it’s only “one climb”! 😉

Join us on March 22nd for the 33rd running of the Crown King Scramble 50k!

From 'spines to pines' start lakeside on the serene shores of Lake Pleasant and run through the heart of the Sonoran Desert to climb to the cool pines of the Bradshaw Mountains.

Stay and celebrate your victory after you cross the finish line in the historic and quaint town of Crown King! It’s a race like no other and a day you’ll never forget.

We hope to see you at the saloon this spring!