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The Rabid Squirrel

calendar_today 01 Aug, 2026

directions_run Running

sell $43.00

The Rabid Squirrel

About the Event

The Rabid Squirrel returns to Danbury, North Carolina on August 1st, offering runners a unique medieval-themed adventure through the challenging terrain of the area.
The Rabid Squirrel
Start: 09:30:00  •  Fee: $43.00
Participants will gather early in the morning at Flinchum Road near Lake Danbury for the start. The race day typically sees temperatures ranging from an average low of around 24 degrees Celsius to a high not exceeding 30 degrees, with humidity hovering around 75%. This weather condition can make running slightly uncomfortable but generally manageable.
The Rabid Squirrel has been hosted by the Fellowship of the Purple Knight-Dragons since its inception. The event attracts runners from various backgrounds who are drawn to the unique challenge and camaraderie it offers. Over the years, it has become a significant fundraiser for local scholarships and community projects in Danbury. Runners often report that participating feels as much about connecting with like-minded individuals as it is about conquering personal limits.
The race course winds through picturesque landscapes featuring challenging elevation changes, rocky scrambles, and even an obligatory river crossing of half a mile along the Dan River. The route includes notable landmarks such as Moores Tower where runners must ascend steeply before enjoying thrilling descents elsewhere in their journey. Aid stations are strategically placed at miles 2.3, 4.5, 5.5, 7, and 8.5 to provide water and energy boosts along the way.
Runners should be prepared for variable trail conditions that might include technical terrain requiring rock scrambling skills due to hard and dry surfaces underfoot. The day's weather forecast calls for a moderate risk of precipitation with an expected rainfall total around three millimeters throughout the event duration, coupled with approximately ten hours forty minutes of sunshine exposure which can contribute to high UV index levels.
The Rabid Squirrel | fee=$43.00
Registration is open at https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=138563 until shortly before race day or when slots fill up, with a cost of $43 per participant. Bib pickup will occur on the morning of August 1st from 7:00 to 9:00 AM at the Danbury Community Center where participants should bring photo ID and proof of registration if not picked up beforehand.
For those traveling to Danbury for this event, remember that while volunteers can assist with transportation between certain locations including the start/finish area near Green Heron Ale House on Flinchum Road (1110 Flinchum Rd), space is limited. Therefore, arranging your own ride or carpooling with fellow runners is highly recommended.
The Rabid Squirrel in Danbury, North Carolina will take place on August 1st. Runners are drawn to the event for its unique blend of medieval fantasy and physical challenge set against a backdrop that offers both scenic beauty and demanding terrain worthy of any adventurer's bucket list.

Races Offered

The Rabid Squirrel

Aug 01, 2026

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Distance — 17.7K

terrain

Type — Running

timer

09:30

sell

$43.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Danbury.

thermostat Temperature
18.6° / 28.9°
wb_sunny Feels like
19.4° / 30.2°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
10h 40m
water_drop Avg rainfall
3.2 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
air Avg wind speed
7.4 km/h (Light breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
High
terrain Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
sunny Max UV Index
High (7.0)
humidity_mid Humidity
75.4%
wb_twilight Sunrise
06:39
nightlight Sunset
20:09

About Danbury

Learn more about the host city, Danbury.

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Danbury - nicknamed Hat City - is a city in the interior of Fairfield County, Connecticut, making it part of the Litchfield Hills region.

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Race Results

All-time top performances and historical records for The Rabid Squirrel.

Place Name Year Time
🥇 Anthony Corriveau '23 2:58:03
🥈 Jay Spadie '23 3:03:08
🥉 William Harris '23 3:35:10
4 Jeff Fansler '23 3:36:11
5 Sayrd Price '23 3:37:43

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