Hey there, Trailies,
We got some great weather on tap today so come out and join us! The trails are waiting and there is no better way than to run all of today’s stress (good or bad) out of your system. Being outside in the woods is good for wellness, both mental and physical. Unless of course you get eaten by a bear. That is bad for your health. Or so they say. Fact is, bears are a rare occurrence around here and as long as you can run faster than your friends you’ll be AOK. So, not to worry. Generally, in these parts we trail runners are considered the apex predator. Let’s run!
Announcements:
- The list of available Muddy Shoes merch keeps growing! Not only do we have Muddy Shoes baseball hats ($15) and buffs ($10) but we now have official Muddy Shoes re-usable cups! Great to carry with you to lower your carbon footprint on the planet! Plus they look awesome! Please see Coach Phil or Coach Mike (Chau).
- Get Ready! The 6th Annual Muddy Shoes Summer Fatass is coming up on Saturday July 15th. This is an awesome low-key trail event located in Seneca Creek State Park followed by a fun post-run potluck feast and mingle (Muddy Shoes supplies meat and plant proteins and some other stuff). And, yes, we’ll have an alcohol permit so there will be adult beverages to enjoy in moderation. Not sure if the permit will cover weed since it will be legal. For more info https://www.facebook.com/events/542645244617986
Now, for tonight’s run, here are the details:
Location: Lake Needwood
Address: 15700 Needwood Lake Circle (parking lot by the Hiker-Biker Trail head)
Coords: 39.114925, -77.127917
Date: 30 May 2023
Time: Warm Up Mile 6 p.m. Main run 6:15
Course: Clockwise – Across dam and onto Parilla Path. Continue up West side to Needwood Road. Cross lake on road and then go left at far end and out and back on Beaver Tale. Back down East Side of lake to parking lot with repeats on Potty Hill. Easy Peazy!
Caltopo: https://caltopo.com/m/03L3N
Distance: 5.75-ish miles with warm-up (feel free to do shorter or longer)
Pace: Slow, Fast and In-between; all are welcome!
Vibe: Chill
Hope to C U there cuz these trails ain’t gonna run themselves!
Cheers,
Muddy Shoes