The Basilisk

LOCATION

Start/Finish at Trails End at Camelback Resort Parking here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rzp3LDx3Y7GLLymp9

ABOUT

The Running Kind presents another epic mountain challenge for any level of runner or hiker - The Basilisk! The Basilisk is known among legends as the serpent king [ or queen ] and is truly a creature of immense power. This race is designed to test runners and hikers to find their power, step by step, while climbing up a double-black diamond slope at one of Pennsylvania’s most popular ski resorts, Camelback. You won’t find it surprising that this is one of two double black diamond ski slopes at the resort and the name of the one we’ve selected to run our course on is The Basilisk. Runners and hikers can select from a multitude of distances and styles of racing, all of which will take place over a 2.5 mile loop covering just under 900ft of elevation gain and descent. You can take on the Baby Basilisk which will be a single loop or you can opt in for more! There will be options for a 5 mile [ 2 loops ] or a 10 mile [ 4 loops ]. The 10 mile will also have the option of being run in teams of two. The strategy is up to you. The only rule is that only one runner can be on the course at a time. Take on the 10 mile and cover nearly 3600ft of elevation change.

DISTANCES

2.5 Mile [ 1 loop ] - Baby Basilisk 5 Mile [ 2 loops ] 10 Mile Solo [ 4 loops ] 10 Mile Relay [ 4 loops ]

RUCK DIVISION

Any distance will have the option of competing with weight added. There are no official awards for this division, however everyone that completes their distance with weight will receive a special Basilisk patch.

RELAY RULES

Doesn’t matter how you do it. Alternate laps or hit two and then let your partner run. As long as you each complete two laps for a total of four, your time will be stopped. When you are ready to switch off, be sure to send your timing chip with your partner. Whoever is running a lap, must have the chip.

TIMELINE

9:30AM - 10 Mile & 10 Mile Relay start 10:30AM - 5 Mile & Baby Basilisk start 12PM - Afterparty starts

AWARDS

Top male, female, non binary - 5 Mile, 10 Mile, 10 Mile Relay There are no official awards for the Baby Basilisk, this is a fun run, hike or ruck. Race finisher pin for all finishers Recognition to top male, female, non binary age groups: 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

AID

We are a cupless event. You must supply your own hydration. Coolers of water will be available to refill bottles between laps or before/after the event. There will be an aid station available at basecamp near the start/finish line. There will not be any aid out on the 2.5 mile loop. No limit on crew or support day of event. This event is spectator friendly.

ZERO CARBON

This is a zero carbon event, meaning we take into account the emissions released in relation to hosting this trail race. The Running Kind will be subsidizing the cost to offset the event, however there is a fee included in your registration specifically for this cost. This will offset the carbon emissions for your personal travel to and from the event. We are excited to partner with the Change Climate Project to support a carbon offset project we believe in. In registration we will be raising money for Runners For Public Lands as our nonprofit partner.

SPONSORS

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