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The monthly newsletter of the Prescott Area Trail Runners
September 2024

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

Sep

Tue
Sep 03
Tuesday Group Run- Green Gulch

We will meet at the Green Gulch Trailhead in Dewey at 5:30pm.

Address: 9045 Newtown Ave, Dewey, AZ 86327

34.531585151792555, -112.31007347301593

No-drop group run of approximately 5 miles. No-drop means we stop at every intersection and wait for everyone (no pressure for speed!).

Bring water and a friend!!






Wed
Sep 04
Vert Club

Meet in the Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) at either 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM and make as many trips up the trail as you like.

Thu
Sep 05
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Meet at LaPlanchada 217 W Gurley. Walk or run 2-4 miles to Granite Park and back. Hang around afterwards to socialize.

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 at 5:30. 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!

Tue
Sep 10
Tuesday Group Run -Glassford Hill Summit at Sunset

We are going to check-out the sunset from the top of Glassford!

No drop group run! We stop at every trail intersection and everyone catches up before running again. Bring water and a friend :)

Location: 34.595857163495694, -112.3757835785754

Wed
Sep 11
Vert Club

Meet in the Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) at either 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM and make as many trips up the trail as you like.

Thu
Sep 12
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Meet at LaPlanchada 217 W Gurley. Walk or run 2-4 miles to Granite Park and back. Hang around afterwards to socialize.

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 at 5:30. 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
Sep 17
Tuesday Group Run- Wolverton-Quartz Loop

We will meet at the Wolverton-Quartz Loop Trailhead at 5:30pm. Expect to park along the road as the trailhead has limited spaces available.

Address: 34.51165, -112.50546

No-drop group run of approximately 5 miles. No-drop means we stop at every intersection and wait for everyone (no friends left behind!).

Bring water!!


Wed
Sep 18
Vert Club

Meet in the Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) at either 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM and make as many trips up the trail as you like.

Thu
Sep 19
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Meet at LaPlanchada 217 W Gurley. Walk or run 2-4 miles to Granite Park and back. Hang around afterwards to socialize.

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 at 5:30. 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!

Tue
Sep 24
Tuesday Group Run- Williamson Valley

We will meet at the Williamson Valley trailhead at 5:30pm.

Address coordinates: 34.65852781205743, -112.51878020370388

No-drop group run of approximately 4-6 miles. No-drop means we stop at every intersection and wait for everyone (no friends left behind!).

Bring water and a light!!


Wed
Sep 25
Vert Club

Meet in the Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) at either 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM and make as many trips up the trail as you like.

Thu
Sep 26
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Meet at LaPlanchada 217 W Gurley. Walk or run 2-4 miles to Granite Park and back. Hang around afterwards to socialize.

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 at 5:30. 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

Tue
Oct 01
Tuesday Group Run- White Rock

We will meet at White Rock Parking lot (link here [https://goo.gl/maps/YN2uMvQnyQWTM9JK7](https://goo.gl/maps/YN2uMvQnyQWTM9JK7)) at 5:30pm.

No-drop group run of approximately 5 miles. No-drop means we stop at every intersection and wait for everyone.

Bring a light!!






Wed
Oct 02
Vert Club

Meet in the Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) at either 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM and make as many trips up the trail as you like.

Thu
Oct 03
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Meet at LaPlanchada 217 W Gurley. Walk or run 2-4 miles to Granite Park and back. Hang around afterwards to socialize.

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 at 5:30. 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
Oct 08
Tuesday Group Run- White Spar

PLEASE READ THIS DESCRIPTION.

We will meet at the White Spar Parking lot (link here [https://goo.gl/maps/nX4JGH75u4T7R15g7](https://goo.gl/maps/nX4JGH75u4T7R15g7)) at 5:30 PM. Expect 4-6 miles. No drop run (we stop for everyone at every intersection).

Be careful, this is NOT the usual white ROCK parking lot, this is white SPAR.

Bring water!!!



Wed
Oct 09
Vert Club

Meet in the Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) at either 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM and make as many trips up the trail as you like.

Thu
Oct 10
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Meet at LaPlanchada 217 W Gurley. Walk or run 2-4 miles to Granite Park and back. Hang around afterwards to socialize.

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 at 5:30. 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 12
Whiskey Row Marathon

Are You Tough Enough? As an Arizona running tradition for 46 years, the Whiskey Row Marathon is among the toughest races in the country. Featuring rugged terrain, an altitude in excess of one mile above sea level and, on occasion, severe weather, it’s challenging, fun and offers a number of running routes for runners of all skill and fitness levels, including a marathon, half marathon, 10k and new this year a 5K and .30 Mile High Fun Run.
Proceeds from this race will go directly into the scholarship fund at the James Family Prescott YMCA. This fund provides families in financial need to participate in childcare, swimming lessons, youth sports and gymnastics classes. Your participation in this race not only promotes your personal health, but also promotes the overall health of the Prescott Community.

Join runners from all over the country in this prestigious event – and show your friends and family that you are “Tough Enough”.

Race Times:
Marathon- 6:00am
Half Marathon- 7:00am
10K- 7:30am
5K- 8:00am
.3 Mile High Fun Run- 7:10am

Course closes at noon.
There will be a 5:00am early start for marathoners who would struggle to finish the race in 6 hours. Early starters' results will appear in a separate results listing and be ineligible for awards.
Prices vary by race and sign-up date: $25.00-$125.00
Weather can still be chilly or nice and sunny requiring sunscreen and shorts! Check weather.com for updates.


Tue
Oct 15
Tuesday Group Run- UPPER Spence Basin - Sean leading

Will meet at UPPER Spence Springs parking lot:

PLEASE READ THIS DESCRIPTION.
We will meet at the Upper Parking lot along Iron Springs, where Javelina Trail #332 meets Iron Springs (trailhead). 5:30pm. Expect 4-6 miles. No drop run (we stop for everyone at every intersection).

Bring a light!

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 for another 4.5 miles, then turn left into the trailhead. There is parking for approximately 30 vehicles. Trailers are not allowed at the trailhead for highway safety concerns.

TRAVEL TIME: 20 minutes from downtown Prescott

[https://maps.app.goo.gl/dtmvdowaEGMcpxEk8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/dtmvdowaEGMcpxEk8)

Wed
Oct 16
Vert Club

Meet in the Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) at either 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM and make as many trips up the trail as you like.

Thu
Oct 17
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Meet at LaPlanchada 217 W Gurley. Walk or run 2-4 miles to Granite Park and back. Hang around afterwards to socialize.

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 at 5:30. 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
Oct 23
Vert Club

Meet in the Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) at either 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM and make as many trips up the trail as you like.

Thu
Oct 24
Thursday Night Social Run/Walk

Meet at LaPlanchada 217 W Gurley. Walk or run 2-4 miles to Granite Park and back. Hang around afterwards to socialize.

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 at 5:30. 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!

Wed
Oct 30
Vert Club

Meet in the Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) at either 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM and make as many trips up the trail as you like.

Nov

Wed
Nov 06
Vert Club

Meet in the Thumb Butte parking lot (free on Wednesdays) at either 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM and make as many trips up the trail as you like.

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!