April 4 - 7, 2024

Potawatomi Trail Runs

McNaughton Park, Pekin IL

Pekin, IL 200 Miler, 150 Miler, 100 Miler, 50 Miler, 30 Miler, 10 Miler

Registration Closed Thu. Mar 14, 2024 @ 11:59 PM

Intro

****RACE DAY SIGNUPS AVAILABLE. PLEASE BRING CASH****

Course Description

The course is a 10 mile loop consisting mostly of single track dirt, some prairies, several creek crossings, and endless rolling hills. Elevation gain per 10 mile loop is 1500 feet. Mother Nature controls the creeks; your feet may stay dry but probably not. It is not uncommon to see deer, turkey, birds, owls, and other critters. We will keep you well fed and hydrated along your journey with aid stations every 5 miles.

DISTANCES & START TIMES

200 miler starts at 4 PM, Thursday.
150 miler starts at noon on Friday.
100 miler starts at 6 AM on Saturday.
50 miler is FRIDAY at 6AM
30 miler is Saturday at 6PM
10 mile fun run is Saturday, at 8AM.

-Traditional DNS&DNF timing used. You cannot change or drop down distances mid-race. You must complete your distance to be a finisher.
-200 MILERS; Aid Stations officially open Friday at 6AM in conjunction with the 50 miler start. When the race starts Thursday, basic hydration & nutrition will be provided but plan accordingly for that first night.

ALL RACES END AT 4PM SUNDAY.
Cutoff Times. 200=72 hours,150=54 hours, 100=34 hours, 50/30/10 all have over 24 hours.

EARLY STARTS

Early start options are available to those who feel they may not make the cutoffs.They are NOT for those who don't like running at night, have other commitments race weekend or have friends doing other distances.
You must start at one of the predefined times listed above and are not eligible for podium awards. Yes, you still get your finishers buckle/award. Times are Thurs 4PM, Fri 6AM, Fri Noon or Sat 6AM.

AWARDS & SWAG

All participants will receive a shirt and finishers medal.
50,100,150 &200 mile finishers receive buckles.

150 & 200 mile finishers get a jacket upon completion
NOTE...this has changed from a participation jacket to a finishers jacket so pick your distance wisely.

CAMPING

Primitive tent camping is available at no charge starting at noon Thursday. -No power or running water. We will have a group fire (no individual fires). Camping is in a field you run past each loop. No assigned spots, first come/serve. Most runners use their tent as "home base". Some use their car but this is off course and requires walking to it.
Campers may have camp stoves, propane, ect but not generators ( for the courtesy of your neighbors).
Power for charging electronics is available at the main A/S.



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*Porta potties on-site.


TRAILERS - the park has room for 5 trailers. Trailers are limited to a max of 25 foot. You must back in, and then disconnect your vehicle. These spots must be reserved via email at potultras@gmail.com. You will recieve a confirmation back. Reservations are on a first come/serve basis. Generators ARE alllowed at these 5 sites.

LEGAL STUFF & REFUNDS

You must sign a waiver, trail running can be dangerous. No guns, fireworks, swimming, alcohol or anything else the Park District doesn’t allow. Be aware that these are public trails, you may encounter other hikers, horses, frisbee golfers, ect..

DEFERRAL POLICY - you can defer your entry to the following year at 50% for any reason. You must get this in writing before the race.


PACERS/CREW

PACERS/CREW/SPECTATORS - no limitations here. Bring who you need to help you finish. No pacers on first loop.

WEBSITE & FACEBOOK

For additional information please visit the Potawatomi Trail Races Facebook page where all things racing are discussed. This site and the Facebook page are the only sources of information. Beware of fake websites.

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Contact Info

Mike Kelsey
Race Director
Potawatomi Trail Runs
potultras@gmail.com

Event's current local time: 11:54 PM CT

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