Hill Country Strong Trail Run
Due to the floods we are moving the Capt'n Karl's Nighttime Trail Run at Colorado Bend to the Parrie Haynes Ranch. The Hill Country currently needs our help and what better way to come together than an all night trail run! All the proceeds will be donated to the flood relief effort for Kerr County. We hope that you join us for this event so that we can continue to show support for those who have lost their loved one and those still searching. Just know that when you run this race, you can take each step knowing you contributed to helping our community get back on its feet.
What Distances Where, & When???
Races Offered:
5k 10k 20k 30k & 60k Trail Run &
Youth Trail Run
Each of these distances will have a 15 minute window to start their race. Each participant will receive a "Gun Time" and a "Chip Time". Awards will be based off of "Gun" time, therefore, it benefits every competitor to start on time.
Live Results:
Schedule of Events:
Packet Pickup: 5:00pm - 8:00pm (Race Day )
At packet pickup runners that registered before shirt cutoff date will receive their shirt, bib and chip. Participants that signed up past the shirt cutoff date will receive some other swag item such as a shirt, hat, cup etc.
Race Briefing: 6:15 - 6:30 PM
The Race Briefing will include details about the course as well as insights for each race distance. This is not mandatory for our runners, however it may give a competitive edge for those who are competing for a podium spot.
Kids Mile - 6:30 PM
30k/60k 7:00 PM
10k/20k 7:30 PM
5k - 8:00
Location:
13816 Maxdale Rd, Killeen, TX 76549
Medals/Awards/Shirts
Medals:
Medals will be given to all finishers. We understand that sometimes there are circumstances that prevent someone from finishing the race. As a token for your effort we would still like to offer those who make an attempt at any distance, a medal to commemorate the miles they did complete. Hopefully it will serve as a reminder to comeback and get the job done! Due to the short turnaround of this event, we will be handing out finisher medals from our Co Bend event, but rest assured so long as you finish the race, you will receive one!
Awards:
For Hill Country Strong, Awards will be given out to the top 3 overall male and female winners, as well as the top Masters Male and Female.
Shirts:
Everyone will receive an event shirt so long as you are signed up before the shirt cutoff date which is June 25th. If you do not sign up by this date you will receive some other item, whether it be a past year event shirt, or Perspective Pacing garment, either way you'll have a couple of options.
Course Map
30K & 60K
10k/20k
5k
Kids Run Map
Aid Station
For this event the 30k and 60k will have 4 aid stations including the start finish. 2/4 will be fully serviced and 2/4 will solely have water and ice. The 10k 20k will have 3 aid stations with 2/3 being fully serviced and 1/3 being water and ice only. The 5k will have 1 aid station on course which will be fully serviced.
For this event at a "fully serviced" aid station, you will be able to find the following for fuel:
Cookies, PBJ sandwiches, Oranges, Bananas, Watermelons, Pickles, Pickle Juice, , Fruit Snacks, Pringles, Coke, Mt. Dew, Ginger Ale, Tailwind & Saltstick
We have found that these items will allow runners to properly fuel themselves to get through any ultra.
Disclaimer: We are a CUPLESS EVENT! For those new to the trail running world/etiquette, we like to treat our venues with respect and do not use plastic or styrofoam to serve out water. Please bring your own cup, water bottle, hydration vest, or other form of water containment so we can help maintain the clean environment we are permitted to use for this event.
Aid Station Chart Coming Soon*
Last lap cutoff for all distances is 4:00AM
Pacing
Pacers
Pacers are allowed at this race for 60km racers after their second lap. All pacers will need to pay a $10 Special Event fee upon arrival (cash/check only). Pacers must start and end at the Race Hub. Only one pacer with a runner at a time. No mule-ing. All pacers must complete registration.
Volunteering
Come out and volunteer with us at Hill Country Strong! Every race that you have ever participated in has had a crew of volunteers there to make it possible. Without the support of volunteers, races wouldn't exist! Take this opportunity to give back to your running community and sign up to volunteer!
P.S. If and when you do decide to volunteer, there are some pretty cool swag and discounts available for future races!
Lodging
Your registration will cover the entrance and camping fees for this event. Camping and or pop tents will be allowed, in the designated area by the race hub. All campers must leave by 10am on Sunday, no exceptions. We are privileged enough to have this venue made available to us by the Parrie Haynes Equestrian Center and want to abide by their rules as much as possible so we can be invited again in the future. Sites 20-30 are reserved for this event but it is a first come first serve basis. For any questions abou RV's and other lodging options, please click the link below: