Clinton State Park, Lawrence KS

The Hawk 100 / 75 / 50 / 26.2 Race, presented by the Lawrence Trail Hawks, is located at: Clinton State Park
Army Corp of Engineer - Shelter 1 - Overlook Park
798 N 1402 Rd, Lawrence, KS 66049

Hawk Hundred

The Hawk Hundred, sponsored by the Lawrence Trail Hawks, has the option of a 100-mile, 75-mile, 50-mile, and Marathon trail race. The course covers a 25-mile loop through the technical rolling trails at Clinton State Park, Lawrence, KS. The Marathon runners will run 1.2 miles on the Nature Center Trail before they start the 25-mile loop.

The 100- and 75-mile race starts at 6:00AM
The 50-mile race starts at 7:00AM.
The Marathon starts at 8:00AM

The pre-race briefing and packet pickup for all distances will be the morning of the event. Drop bags need to be dropped off race morning 15 minutes before your scheduled start time.

Mile 90 will capture the race day's beauty with their breathtaking pictures. Please visit their website www.mile90.com for the last several years of the Hawk Hundred pictures.

All distances 100 / 75 / 50 / 26.2 are chipped timed by Timer Guys and live updates will be available on race day.

SPONSORS - We are very grateful for the continued support from Orange Mud, Tailwind Nutrition, Squirrel’s Nut Butter, and Honey Stinger

FLYOVER SLAM - The Hawk Hundred has joined with neighboring 100-mile events to create the FLYOVER Slam for runners completing the HAWK (September 2023), Mines of Spain (October 2023), Hitchcock Experience (December 2023), and Outlaw (February 2024), Interested participants must sign up for the Ultrasignup event Flyover Slam no later than October 1, 2023. https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=94043

Please visit our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hawkhundred/ for information and updates to the race, to connect with other HAWK runners, past, present and future, and participate in contests that include prizes from our sponsor, Orange Mud. Also be sure to visit the Lawrence Trail Hawks at: http://trailhawks.com/ for information about our weekly group runs as well as our upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.

Awards & Swag

**Finishers**
All Runners will receive a long sleeve race shirt, a race bag, and a distance-specific HAWK car sticker if you register by August 15th.

100 Mile Finishers | We have a beautiful Hawk finishers buckle. Runners completing the HAWK Hundred under 24 hours have a buckle with a distinct design.
75 Mile Finisher | Runners completing the 75-mile distance receive a custom HAWK cooler.
50 Mile Finishers | Runners completing the 50-mile distance receive finisher mugs handcrafted by Matty Mullins.
Marathon Finisher | Runners completing the Marathon distance receive a handcrafted marathon finishers' medal made by Matty Mullins.

**Awards**
We are continually evaluating our award system and are making a few adjustments this year. For each race, there will be:
Overall Winner
First Runner-Up - Male, Female, Non-binary
Second Runner-Up - Male, Female, Non-binary
Masters (Age 45+)- Male, Female
Last Mule in the Barn
The awards will be distributed in that order.

**Swag**

Website - Interactive Course Maps

Please see the Hawk Hundred website. for more race details.

Course Map

Marathon Course Map

General Course Description

100-mile & 75-mile Start time: 6:00AM. 50-mile Start time 7:AM Runners begin at the Start/Finish and run about an eighth of a mile to the trail head for the blue-blazed trail. Make a left turn onto the blue-blazed trail and follow it a couple hundred yards to the Sanders Mound trail. Runners take a left and do a quick 1.1 mile out-and-back to the top of Sanders Mound. From there runners get back on the blue-blazed trail and head for the Lands End aid station.

From Lands End, take the RED blazed trail for about 1 mile and then connect with the blue-blazed trail. Follow the BLUE trail and after crossing the Park road and it will turn into the white-blazed trail 3.5 miles from Lands End 1 at a point known as Cactus Ridge.

The white-blazed trail will take runners to the West Park Road aid station. From there, leave the trails and follow the signs, flags and ribbons along West Park Road, staying on the grass, to Bunker Hill. This is the Goodwin Loop. Complete the 2.5-mile Goodwin Loop, which includes a traverse of Bunker Hill, and return to the West Park Road aid station. Runners then continue on the white-blazed trail back to the Lands End aid station.

Leaving Lands End, continue on the white-blazed trail back to the Start/Finish aid station. This completes one loop of the course.

Big Loop: At the Start/Finish aid station, runners will have completed 25 miles (26.2 for marathoners)—what we call the “Big Loop.” Hundred-milers repeat the Big Loop three more times, 75-milers two more times, and 50-milers one more time.

When the trails cross: The white-blazed trail and the blue-blazed trail cross at several points on the course. The crossings will be heavily marked and signed, but it is the runner's responsibility to read and heed the markers, signs, and white and blue blazes to stay on course.

Marathon: Start time 8:00AM - runners will follow the same course as the 50, 75, and 100-mile runners, but they will run an additional 1.2 miles at the beginning of the race.

Aid Stations

The Hawk is a fully-staffed race with three aid stations, manned by experienced UltraRunners. The usual food and drink, with Tailwind and Honey Stinger products will be available at each of the aid stations. Aid stations usually offer a mix of vegan/vegetarian/omnivore options, including hot food and soups in the overnight hours. Aid station protocols will follow guidance from local health authorities and other safety precautions as necessary to protect the runners and our volunteers. Following are the locations and distances runners will hit aid stations as they traverse the 25-mile course (26.2 for marathoners).

• Lands End: 4.5 miles – no crew access, drop bags
• West Park Road: 10.5 and 13 miles – crew access, drop bags
• Lands End: 18.5 miles – no crew access, drop bags
• Start/Finish: 25 miles – crew access, drop bags

Cut Offs

CUT OFFS
The 100, 75, and 50-mile races have a Sunday 10:00am cut off for runners leaving the West Park Road aid station, after completing the Bunker Hill/Goodwin loop. This is at mile 88 for the 100-mile runners and mile 38 for the 50-mile runners.
The cut off for Lands End aid Station is Sunday 12pm, noon. This is at mile 93.5 for the 100-mile runners, 68.5 for the 75-mile runners, and 43.5 for the 50-mile runners.

To stay in the race, you must have left the aid station by the above cut off times. Volunteers will breakdown the aid station at that time, and depart. Runners continuing on their own accord past the cutoffs, and not arriving at the Start/Finish on or before the 2pm cutoff, will not be eligible for the finisher awards.

Deferment Policy

Seeing you cross the finish line is the reason we host this race. If you’ve signed up for one of the events, but are unable to safely participate in the Hawk race, runners have several options. Runners can make any necessary changes to their sign-up through Ultrasignup. Refunds are not available. We would ask that any runners making changes to their registration distance or status please send us a message through ultrasignup to make sure we are aware of the change.

CHANGING DISTANCE PRIOR TO THE RACE
Runners may contact the Race Director and transfer to a lower or a higher distance on or before August 21st. In the event a runner transfers to a higher distance, a pro rata charge will apply. No credit or refund can be given for runners transferring to a lower distance race. Runners can also "EDIT" registration on ultrasignup and change the distance; in the event you upgrade the distance the system will generate a code and prompt you to re-register for the new distance. If a race distance is SOLD OUT, you will not be able to change to the sold out distance.

The Hawk does not allow refunds. Runner cannot modify, make copies or other reproductions/replications of your number or bib for any purpose (or allow another to do so); and/or participate with an unofficial race number or bib (i.e., a number or bib that was not assigned to you by the Race Director).
Attempting to do any of the foregoing is prohibited and any person found violating these rules will be subject to penalties, including but not limited to disqualification and suspension from subsequent Hawk Hundred events.

DROPPING DISTANCE ON RACE DAY
Hundred milers who drop at mile 50 may receive a 50-mile finisher award, if available. YOU MUST DROP AT MILE 50, IF YOU CONTINUE PAST MILE 50 AND DROP LATER YOU WILL BE RECORDED AS A DNF FOR THE 100 MILE RACE. Runners dropping into the 50-mile distance from the 100-mile are not eligible for 50-mile 1st, 2nd or 3rd place awards. Hundred-mile and 50-mile runners may NOT drop to the marathon and will be recorded as a DNF in the race results.

DEFERRAL
Runners may defer their race entries to the following year, by notifying the Race Director on or before August 21st. The race Deferral is good for one year only. Requests for deferral must be submitted in writing to the Race Director; given the press of other preparations, runners should make sure their request has been confirmed. Deferring runners will be emailed a coupon code to use when the next year's registration opens. If a waitlist is activated in the distance, runners holding deferral coupon codes who have not already registered will be placed on the waiting list in the order of their registration.

DID NOT START
If you can’t attend, and haven’t deferred, please let the Race Directors know so your name can be removed from the starters list. You also have the option to remove yourself from the race on Ultrasignup. If you don’t show up, and don’t let us know in advance that you can’t make it, you’ll be recorded as DNS in the race results.

Race Cancellation or postponement

RACE CANCELLATION OR POSTPONEMENT
In the event the race should be postponed or canceled for reasons beyond the control of the Lawrence Trail Hawks (Pandemic, inclement or unsafe weather conditions; local, state or national emergency), refunds will NOT be made, but race packets, including race shirts, will be available at a location to be determined or possibly, though but not guaranteed, by mail.

ALTERNATE COURSE
If local authorities, Clinton State Park and the Kansas Trails Council trail steward, deem the trails unsafe for runners or vulnerable to damage due to muddy conditions, an alternative course will be provided by the Lawrence Trail Hawks race Directors, pending approval by Clinton State Park and the Kansas Trails Council Trail Steward.

The perfect summer training experience! Finally, a rails-to-trails summer night race. No tripping and no hills here! A 2.5 mile out and back in a safe area surrounded by your friends. Opportunities to share miles together or pass and wave all night for a great community atmosphere.

Details

3/6/12 hour races on a 2.5 mile out and back (5 miles each lap)
All races start at 8 pm. A cone will also be placed at 0.5 miles out (1 mile out/back) for the last hour of your race. If you start a lap during the last hour, you may add distance by doing 1-mile laps and crossing the 1-mile timing mat. 


PRIZES

Participants will receive a 15 oz mug tumbler!
Awards for those who can run 50K in their designated event!

SCHEDULE

Wednesday, June 12th, 2024
6/12/24 Hour Runs: Bib Pick-up/Check-in 5:00am-5:45am
6/12/24 Hour Runs Start: 6:00am
6 Hour Finish: 1:00pm
12 Hour Night Run: Bib Pick-up/Check-in 5:00pm-5:45pm
12 Hour Finish/12 Hour Night Start: 6:00pm

Thursday, June 13th, 2024
24 Hour/12 Hour Night Finish: 6:00am

COURSE

The course is a 400 meter track at Valley Center Intermediate School in Valley Center, KS at 737 N Meridian, Valley Center, KS 67147. The track is located to the west/behind the school. Fast and flat! How many miles can you run? It’s up to you! The event will be chip-timed by the Timer Guys. Details on that below.

This course will be certified and eligible for state records! We will also apply to have it be a USATF sanctioned event.

We will change directions every 4 hours.

To receive a finisher award, you will need to complete a 50K in your event. IF YOU CAN'T COMPLETE A 50K IN 6 HOURS AND WANT A FINISHER AWARD, SIGN UP FOR THE 12 HOUR RACE.
Keep in mind: 4 laps = .99 mile or 1600 meters and 1609 meters = 1 mile.

AID STATION

The aid station in 2024 will be potluck style or BYOA. We will provide ice and water, you bring your own aid and something to share with others. We will have a couple of tables for shared items. The aid station and runner staging area will be on the opposite side of the track from the start/finish line. You're welcome to stop at your chair/aid as often or as little as you'd like.

CREW INFO

The course will be more crowded this year because it's on a track. Therefore, pacers will NOT be allowed for 2024. Tents and small pop-up tents and canopies ARE allowed on the infield. Dogs can be kept in the parking lot area, but will NOT be allowed in the track area for 2024.

TRACK ETIQUETTE

We will adopt rules from similar races. With so many runners going for PRs or even state/national records, we want to avoid collisions and conflict. All runners must follow these rules:

-ALWAYS hug the inside lane if you are running at a reasonable pace relative to other runners. Never try to predict another runner coming from behind or make room for them on the inside because they are going faster than you.
-Leave room for other runners to pass in the outside of lane 1, not all the way in lane 2.
-Runners passing from behind will always move to the outside of lane 1 to make a pass.
-If multiple runners are passing at the same time at different speeds, the inside of lane 2 is reserved for double passes.
-If you are taking an extended walk-break or have slowed enough to disrupt the flow of the rest of the race, please use the outside of lane 2 or inside of lane 3.
-If you are getting aid or using the restroom and need to get to the outside of lane 2, always check that you will not cut off another runner by doing so.
-Runners who are using short walk-breaks as a strategy for hitting their goals are permitted to do so without moving to the outside of lane 2. This rule is meant to impact runners who have slowed to the point of missing their stated goals or records and are taking an extended walk break and thus disrupting the flow of the event.
-While we love the camaraderie of ultrarunning, please keep the camaraderie in a single file line, not multiple people across multiple lanes.

Inside of lane 1- running or strategic walk breaks
Outside of lane 1- passing
Inside of lane 2- passing with multiple people
Outside of lane 2- Slow/walking

DROP BAGS

Bring your crew, chairs and drop bags. Runners will be able to set up on the infield, along the track though there will be a no-aid zone near the start/finish line.

CHIP TIMING

The MyLaps BibTag chip timing system will be used for the KUS 6/12/24 Hour Run. Your race bib is also your chip for timing purposes. Please do not bend or remove the timing chip from the back of the bib number. Since you will get your bib on race day/night, it is very important that you wear your bib as you start the race. It is also very important for your number to be on the front and visible at the finish line, so please attach it to the outside of any clothing. **IMPORTANT!** You DO need to cross the timing mat at 6:00am (or 6:00pm) at the start of the first lap. Once you have completed your event, please remove your bib and place it inside your vehicle to prevent it from inadvertently calculating additional laps.

AGE LIMIT

All runners under 18 years old must have a parent or guardian either running the race or at the race AT ALL TIMES.

FAQ

-Can I walk the whole time? Absolutely! Whether running or walking, only completed laps count. Please reserve lane 1 for those that are running.
-Can I bring a camper? Sure! Keep it in the parking lot.
-Can I pitch a tent? You bet!
-Do I have to go the full 6, 12 or 24 hours? You don't. You're welcome to stop whenever you like, but please make sure to let us know before you leave the race if you stop early.
-Can I get a refund if I change my mind? No, but we can defer your entry one time to next year's race.

Overview

It is hard to get a good run in July in Oklahoma. It’s hot and humid. A great night trail run and a party is the best way around it. In addition, you want a safe venue. This run will have all that you need. With two 5k courses (one rocky single track and the other a gravel road), this run will allow all ages, genders, and ability levels to feel safe and enjoy a great run. Dark and Dirty Miles at Robbers Cave will offer distances of 5k, 10k, 25k, and 50k. Come hang out and get Dirty!

This is a night race so bring your headlamps!!!

Party Atmosphere!!

Amazing food at the start/finish!!

This is a family and friends race. Bring your chairs and canopies as everyone sets up around the start/finish because the runners come through often.

Photography

Mile 90 will be making the runners look good and capturing spectacular images for you to share. These are free with your registration. Please visit their website www.mile90.com.

Outlaw Trail Series

Complete all 6 trail runs in the Outlaw Trail Series (Outlaw, Lake McMurtry, Greater Roadrunner Trail Run, Flower Moon, Dark and Dirty, and Thunderbird) in a calendar year and receive a cool plaque to recognize your achievement. Distance is not a factor (in other words, you can run the 5K or the 135mile). Virtual options do exist that allow runners to complete the series even if they are unable to attend an event in person. An Oklahoma-shaped plaque with hooks looks great as a display for awesome medals.

Course Description

A variety of distances to choose from with offerings of 50K, 25K, 10K and 5K on rocky single track or gravel road. All distances are multiples of the 5K courses (50K is the 5K ten times) which has about 450 feet of gain. Please message us for a gpx of the course.

If you do any lap on gravel, you are considered gravel. Otherwise, you may mix and match the loops as you like.

Virtual Run

Unable to attend and still want to participate? Virtual options do exist that allow runners to obtain a coveted medal or complete the series even if they are unable to attend an event in person. We realize that other life obligations come up.

Cutoff/Drop Bags

The cut off for all events is 7am.

You may leave drop bags at the start/finish area.

Packet Pickup

Race day pick up at the start/finish from 4-6:30 pm.

Awards Policy

We work hard on our swag because we know you work hard for our swag!!! We do allow drop downs to receive the medal for the longest distance completed (but not qualify for place). Drop down medals are subject to availability. Many of our races feature a medal that is common to multiple distances with differing ribbons. A percentage of runners will receive a ribbon without distance to create flexibility and allow as many runners to participate as possible.

Discounts/Benefits

Military Discount
If you are currently active duty Military or a Veteran, we'd like to give our thanks by extending a 10% discount for your entry fee. Please message us at Outlaw 100 for the coupon code.

Child Discount (in person only)
Outlaw events are meant to be amongst family and friends. As such, any parent entry will entitle one child (15 yo and under) to a free entry of same or lesser distance. We understand that registering all the kids gets expensive so here is a chance for the kids to get a great medal and T-shirt and to be active and healthy as a family. Please message us at Outlaw 100 for the coupon code.

Volunteer Discount
Along with a T-shirt and the normal fun of volunteering, we would like to do more. It takes a community to put on quality races, but volunteers also need to be appreciated. The program will be as follows: Shifts are in 4-8 hour increments and you must sign up. If you volunteer for one shift at any of our races you will get 25% off registration for any of our future races. Distance is not a factor. So 4 shifts will be a free race.

Camping/Travel/Lodging

Camping is available on site at the Redbud Campgrounds at the start finish. Robbers Cave Cabins and the Belle Star hotel are available only a couple miles away. Wilburton has local hotels and McAlester is the closest larger town. The Tulsa International Airport is the closest airport.

Policies

You may defer (for any reason) to any of our subsequent races. Prior to registration closing, you can defer by editing your race in ultrasignup. Cancel the race and it will give you a credit to any other Outlaw event. Once registration closes, you may defer up until the Wednesday prior to the race. There will be no deferments after the race has occurred. Contact us on messenger at Outlaw 100 or by email to arrange deferments during this time period.

We do not allow transfers.

Cancellation will only be in the event of extreme circumstances (inclement weather; local, state, or national emergency) and is at the race directors discretion. If for any reason the event has to be shut down due to extreme weather, natural disaster, etc… you will be pulled from the course or held at an aid station until you can be removed from the course. Please, no arguing if this should happen. It is for your own safety. If the race has to be cancelled, no refunds will be issued.

Under no circumstance will refunds be issued.

See our website for a full discussion of all our policies.

Trail Workdays

Please visit our website or Facebook event page for information on trail workdays.

Miscellaneous

Medical Risks
Each runner is responsible or their own actions. It is crucial that you are physically and mentally prepared for the stresses of the race. We will utilize the local EMS services in case of a medical emergency. It is important for the runner to recognize the potential physical and mental stresses that may evolve from participation in this race. Each participant must continuously monitor his/herself and understand their limitations. Remember that you are responsible for your own well-being during this race.

Race Rules For Runners
1 Absolutely no littering!
2. You may not stash supplies along the course.
3. Any runner dropping out shall immediately notify the nearest aid station or race management at the start/finish area.
4. Runners accepting a ride for any reason are deemed out of the race and may not re-enter.
5. All runners will abide by the directions of race management.
6. Violations of any rule will be grounds for disqualification. Race Management reserves the right to bar any runner from competing in this and any future Outlaw races.
7. In the case of a tie, runners will be placed alphabetically.
8. All animals must be leashed at all times.
9. Decisions of Race Management are final.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are trekking poles allowed?
Yes.

Are dogs allowed?
Yes, all dogs must be on a leash.

Do I have to run?
No, in fact many people walk or hike the entire race no matter the distance. You do not have to be fast to participate.

Can I have a pacer?
Pacers are allowed for the 50K distance after 5 loops (the half way point).

Please visit our website for further details www.outlaw100.com or contact us at Outlaw 100 on messenger. Also check out our facebook page Outlaw 100 for race updates and please “like” our page.

NEW THIS YEAR

Race registration is for the race only. We understand many of you do not wish to acquire more and more t-shirts or other swag items as you have indicated. In an attempt to keep race registrations as low as we can, we have added our swag items to be purchased separately in our linked store.
Our finisher awards have changed a little bit as well. See below for that information.
The Land's End aid station is also going to be moved up near the Wakarusa cabin. This makes it easier on our volunteers and guarantees the 50K race distance is at least 31.1 miles.

Night Hawk 2024

Clinton State Park, Lawrence KS

Race Date: Saturday, June 29, 2024
Race Distances: Trail 10M, 20M and 50K
Start times:
8:00 PM for the 50K (10 Hour cutoff)
8:30 PM for the 20M
9:00 PM for the 10M

LOCATION: Clinton State Park - Corps of Engineers Parking Lot, Shelter 1

The 9th Annual Night Hawk, sponsored by the Lawrence Trail Hawks, has the option of a 50K, a 20-mile and a 10-mile trail race. This year’s race takes place on Saturday June 29, 2024 near Lawrence, Kansas.

RACE DETAILS: The course consists of mostly rocky trails meandering through the beautiful Clinton Lake North Shore woods. The race loop heads out on the white trail to Land's End (~6 1/2 miles) and returns to the Start/Finish line on the blue trail (~3 1/2 miles). The 10 Miler is 1 loop, the 20 Miler is 2 loops, and the 50K is a 3 loop race with each loop covering 10.3 miles.
Aid stations are located at Land's End and the Start/Finish Line and will have water, Tailwind, Honey Stinger gels, chews and waffles, fruit, and sweet and salty snacks.

AWARDS: Finisher awards for all runners. Overall top 2 Male, Female, and Non-binary for all race distances. 1st place Master's for Male, Female, and Non-binary as well as last mule in the barn.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Mile 90 Photography (Free online access to high quality photos included in race price)
Race goodies and food offered post-race.
Packet Pickup and Registration begins at 6:00pm on June 29.
Pre Race Briefing – 15 minutes prior to the start of each race.

DROP BAGS: Drop bags need to be brought to the allotted area at the Start/Finish Line aid station by 7:30 pm. Drop bags are only allowed at the Start/Finish Line aid station. Please make sure they are marked with your name and bib #.

CUTOFF: There is a cut off time of 10 hours that begins at 8:00 pm. We will evaluate the 50K runners completing their second loop after 7 hours as to whether or not they should attempt to complete the 50K in the allotted time.

OTHER RULES: It is required that all runners carry a water bottle or hydration pack during the race. All runners will need to carry a light source. Dogs are allowed but must be leashed at all times in accordance to the Clinton State Park rules.

Updates and Additional Information

Feel free to follow along with us on our Lawrence Trail Hawks and Night Hawk Facebook Pages for additional information and details as they become available.
Also be sure to visit the Lawrence Trail Hawks at: http://trailhawks.com/ for information about our weekly group runs as well as our upcoming events. There is a link to the Night Hawk Event on the LTH website as well.

Distance Change and Deferment Policy

CHANGING DISTANCE PRIOR TO THE RACE
Runners may make an "event change" on Ultrasignup and change the distance themselves. In the event a runner upgrades the distance, it will generate a code and prompt them to re-register for the new distance. In the event a runner transfers to a higher distance, a pro rata charge will apply. No credit or refund can be given for runners transferring to a lower distance race.The Night Hawk does not allow runners to transfer entries to other participants.

DROPPING DISTANCE ON RACE DAY
Racers who drop from 50K or 20M to the 20M or 10M will receive a race appropriate finisher award, if available. However, they are not eligible for place awards.

DEFERRAL
Runners may defer their race entries to the following year. This can be done on Ultrasignup up to 7 days prior to race day.

DNS, Alternate Course, and Cancellation

DID NOT START

If you can’t attend, and haven’t deferred, please let the Race Directors know as soon as possible before the start of the race, so your name can be removed from the starters list. You also have the option to remove yourself from the race on Ultrasignup. If you don’t show up and don’t let us know in advance that you can’t make it, you’ll be recorded as DNS in the race results.

RACE CANCELLATION OR POSTPONEMENT

We want this race to happen as much as you do so we will do everything in our power to make it happen. However, in the event the race should be postponed or canceled for reasons beyond the control of the Lawrence Trail Hawks (inclement or unsafe weather conditions; local, state or national emergency), refunds will NOT be made. Race packets will be available at a location to be determined or possibly, but not guaranteed, by mail.

ALTERNATE COURSE

If local authorities, Clinton State Park and the Kansas Trails Council trail steward, deem the trails unsafe for runners or vulnerable to damage due to muddy conditions, an alternative course will be provided by the Lawrence Trail Hawks Race Directors, pending approval by Clinton State Park and the Kansas Trails Council Trail Steward.

Description

Join us for this years 32nd Annual Silver Run with races of various levels — a 2-mile walk or 2-mile run, a 5K run/walk and a 10K run/walk run — people of all fitness levels are encouraged to get moving. Medals will be awarded in seven age divisions for both males and females. Grab a friend or more and start the weekend off with a great run. Runners will receive a T-Shirt (as long as registered before the June 3rd deadline).

Participating in the Silver Run is good for the heart in more ways than one. Proceeds make it possible for all to participate in the y and the programs it offers, regardless of financial situation. 

Welcome to The Double Down Endurance Races

**Year 3 information coming Mid-January 2024.

Welcome to year 3 of The Double Down Endurance Races at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. This event offers a fun Cross-Country loop that has been tested at the Collegiate level and is perfect for those that might be running their first trail event or the seasoned runner. The fun will kickoff at the beautiful Eugene T. Mahoney State Park Located between Nebraska's two biggest cities in Ashland, NE on Saturday, June 1, 2024 starting at 6am. Along with the popular 50K distance this year new to the trails will be a Half Marathon and 5K distances. Registration for the 5K event will start on 2/16. Please check back with us. With it's gorgeous Prairie views, held on the grounds of one of Nebraska's most visited state parks these races will be a fun and fast favorite to many runners and their families and you won't want to miss out! Reserve your spot today because this years field will be limited to just 200 runners!

New for this year! Once you finish your race, participants be sure to head over and check in with our chuckwagon volunteers for some great eats.

PLEASE SEE OUR WEBSITE for FULL DETAILS

Awards

All races – First place, Second place and Third place awards to each Male and Female in each respective race distance.
50K and Half Marathon Finishers: Custom medals

***Year 2 of the Rawhide Ultra Race Series Presented by Happy Trailz Running continues in 2024!

This ULTRA Series will starts with the 2024 Double Down Endurance Races and will continue into the fall with the fifth year of the Yippee-Ki-Yay Races. 2 different States, 2 Awesome venues and 1 Awesome Race series with more to come!!

Here's how the Series works. When you complete the 2024 Double Down 50K and the 2024 Yippee-Ki-Yay 50K you will receive a custom gift to boot for your BIG 2024 Ultra accomplishment. We think that deserves a BIG HUGE YEE HAW!!!

The Yippee-Ki-Yay Races open in Early February.

https://yippeekiyay.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=13186

So get ready to challenge yourself and have some awesome fun with The Rawhide Ultra Race Series!

Participants Receive

All Participants will receive: Short Sleeve Race t-Shirt
All participants receive a state park (6/1)day pass with registration.

Event Mission

A portion of each entry fee is donated to the Ashland-Greenwood XC and Track Teams as well as Mahoney State Park.

Event Details

Location and Start Times:
Start/Finish Eugene T. Mahoney State Park in Ashland, NE
· 50k Distance runners will start at 6am.
· Half Marathon participants will start at 6am.
· There will be a 9hr and 30 minute race time limit for all events. Sunrise is at approximately 5:50am.

50K Participants will complete 10 Full Course Loops(5K Course loop)
Half Marathon Participants will complete 4 Full Course (Half Marathon Loop)
5K Participants will complete 1 Full 5K Course Loop

Event Information

Field limit: 200 runners
· 5K Trail loop Conditions: Cross Country/ Single Track Trail.
Elevation gain per loop: 165ft.
Half Marathon loop Conditions: Cross Country/ Single Track Trail.
· Elevation gain per loop 181ft
· 9hr and 30 minute race cut off for all participants. (18:21per mile pace).
· Each event will be bib/chip-timed
· There will be 1 Stocked aid station with Water, Sports drink, Honey Stinger products, Ultra food
There will also be a 2nd unmaned aid station with Water and supplies with course monitors on site.
· Race rules summary Full Course maps (Coming Soon)
and will be sent via email or posted here prior to race day, notification updates as they take place.

Avg. Temps for Early June: High 79 Low 56

Runner expectations

All athletes are responsible for their own good sportsmanship, as well as their pacer/crew's.
Headphones are discouraged, we ask that you remain aware of your surroundings for everyone’s safety.
This is a CLOSED COURSE to the Public however Participants will have access to parking during the day. Runner Safety is our priority.
Entries are non-refundable and non-transferable to other events.

Drop Bags

Drop Bags are permitted to each participant for the 50K race participants. We highly recommend having all needed items in a Dry Bag or Waterproof bag. The location of the Drop bags will be sectioned off right next to the Start/Finish Line making it very easy to access after each loop. (More Info to follow upcoming).

Notes from the RD

We have some news effecting the 2024 event. The 2024 Double Down Endurance Races for the 100K and the 10K distances must be paused this year due to course renovations by the Nebraska Game and Parks. We are excited for the upcoming updates as it will enhance runner experience for future years to come. We welcome 2 new offerings for the 2024 event with a Half Marathon and 5K event. Both are conducted at the same location as the 50K event. We have the 2024 course details as well in our maps page. This year will be a great time for everyone at Mahoney State Park!

We will have a preview run out on course. Dates TBD.

Packet Pickup

Packet pickup location information

5/30: Packet Pick up Location 1 TBD

Packet Pick location
Packet pickup location #2 will be held on 5/31 ​​From 3-7pm
​Location: Mahoney State Park (shelter location TBD)
Address: 28500 W Park Hwy, Ashland, NE 68003

Course Updates,etc

**We will have course updates along with drop bag area for 50K runners, parking maps and more. An athlete guide will go out to each participant 2 weeks prior to race weekend.

We will have Facebook updates as we get closer to race day and during race weekend. Follow our page on Facebook at: The Double Down Endurance Races

The Gladiator Dash is an action packed 5k race designed to test your speed, strength and endurance through land, water and 20+ obstacles.

All proceeds benefit Wichita area organizations. Spectators can attend for free. Free parking and bag check.

Registration includes: Race entry, t-shirt, WGD finisher award, and one meal.

Elite Wave tickets includes: Race entry, t-shirt, Elite medal, unlimited food and drinks (including beer) in the VIP area.

VIP Tickets include unlimited food and drinks. These can be purchased for $20 by participants and spectators.