What is included with my race fee?
All 7K participants will be given a race shirt, a unique finisher medal, refreshments following the race and a park day pass to enjoy all that Maplewood State Park has to offer.
All 1-Mile participants will be given a t-shirt and refreshments following the race, and a park day pass to enjoy all the Maplewood State Park as to offer.
Kids participating in the 200 yard dashes will receive a finishers ribbon and goodie bag.
When & where do I pick up my race packet?
Race packets can be picked up:
Friday, June 7 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Health Resources Center in downtown Fergus Falls {126 E. Lincoln Ave. Fergus Falls, MN 56537, 218-736-6050}
Race Day: Saturday, June 8, 7:00 am - 9:30 am on race day at the Josh Hansen Memorial Picnic Shelter at Maplewood State Park
What are the courses like?
The 7K COURSE takes runners through the beautiful, wooded trails of Maplewood State Park. It is a challenging run on uneven terrain, lots of mini-hills and the challenging Ironwood Trail Hill. Because there is virtually no paved surface running, it is not recommended to do pavement only training before this run. Please use CAUTION: many rocks, tree roots, loose gravel. The finish can be especially problematic as runners go from trail to pavement so please use extreme caution. The 7K is a challenging course – pace yourself!
The 1-Mile LIFE HIKE is an out and back course.
Course Markings: RED (flags & ribbons), WHITE 12”x18” RW signs for Mile Markers, and Trail Markings with arrows.
The Kid's Runs are held down by the beach of Lake Lida.
Are there restrooms?
Portable Toilets – by finish/start line
Restrooms – in building just below the Josh Hanson Memorial Picnic Shelter
How many water stops are there?
There are THREE water stops along the 7K course.
Are there FIRST AID stations?
Help-yourself first aid kits located at:
Josh Hanson Memorial Picnic Shelter
Water Stop
Finish Line
On-site EMTs
AED
I did not sign up for the race. Can I run the trail run anyway?
No. Only officially registered participants, volunteers and race officials are allowed on the course during race day. Same day registration will be at the Josh Hansen Memorial Picnic Shelter 7:00 am – 9:30 am.
Where can I park before the race?
Parking will be available at the Josh Hanson Memorial Picnic Shelter Parking Lot, which is located 1.6 miles west of the park office. When that lot fills, overflow parking will be along the main road. There will be traffic/parking attendants on hand the morning of the race. For a map, please click on "Directions" from our Home Page.
I am injured, pregnant, or no longer able to attend the race, can I get a refund?
Entry fees are non-refundable. All proceeds benefit the Health Resources Center in Fergus Falls.
What is the last day that I can register?
Online Registration closes on Thursday, June 6 at 11:59 pm. Participants can register for the event on Friday, June 7, at Health Resources Center in downtown Fergus Falls, and same day registration will be at the Josh Hansen Memorial Picnic Shelter 7:00 am – 9:30 am. Please see registration form for details.
I want to volunteer! Who do I contact?
Volunteers are an important part to the success of the Trail Run. If you are interested in volunteering your time, please contact us at runningwildtrailrun@gmail.com.
Can I give/sell my number to another person?
No. Entries and race numbers are non-transferable from one person to another.
Can I listen to my headphones and run with my dog?
No. Headphones and dogs are not allowed on the race course.
I have an infant. Can I run with a baby carrier or stroller?
No. Infant carriers and strollers are not allowed on either course.