James Duncan Trail

The fourth run will take place about 20km north of the US-Canada border.  This beautiful trail offers challening sections with rewarding views.  The trail is roughly 9.5km long pont-to-point trail, and will be run out and back (about 19km).  Options could be available to arrange a car at one end for those interested in the single direction. (more details will be communicated prior to the event)  

The start location will be at the marking location off of Memory Road.  Identified as "NCC Parking" this map: https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/5a5ff7757dfb4b7c9615a1bf037a0add 

Prior to each run, participants will join UpRiver Running for a live virtual info session (more details will be available upon registration).

We will share knowledge on an assortment of trail running topics like:  

• Safe backcountry travel (trip planning, gear list, what to bring, animal encounters)  
• What should be in your pack?  
• Trail Running skills / techniques (climbing, descending, navigating technical terrain)  
• Hydration and Fueling 
• Dressing for comfort and safety out on the trails 
• Pacing Strategy (Run, walk, power hiking) 
• Route Planning (how, where, timing, difficulty, weather, navigation)  
• Dealing with adverse conditions (injuries on trail, getting lost, weather changes, risk assessment, mental lows)  
• Running with awareness (noticing your surroundings, being present, enjoying the experience)