When
Sunday, February 2nd, 2025
Where
4590 NE 108th St, Mitchellville IA
Distances
5K
About this race
🌱 Event Overview
- Date: Sunday February 2nd, 2025
- Location: 4590 NE 108th St, Mitchellville, IA
- Race URL: http://arc-race.com
- Registration: Register here
🏞️ Race Details
- Distances: 5k - 1 loop, 10k - 2 loops
- Start Time: 10:00am
- Park: Thomas Mitchell Park, east of Altoona, IA (start area is in the campground)
- Event Type: Trail running challenge
🌨️ Weather Considerations
- Previous Conditions: In 2021, the temperatures were -2° real temperature for the high and -9° for the low.
- Wind Chill: Additions to the temperature will include significant wind chill.
- Snow: Past races have had snow on the ground: however, warmer than normal temps have also occurred.
- Unpredictable February: Expect variable weather conditions this time of year in Iowa.
🏃♂️ Challenge Awaits
- 4th Annual: Welcome to the 4th running of the Groundhog Grind!
- Course: The course is not necessarily super challenging but will test you with winter conditions.
- Participant Experience: The 5k will be fun, while the 10k may leave you wishing you chose the 5k.
- Join Us: Follow our Facebook Page for timely updates: https://facebook.com/AltoonaRunning
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