SCORCHIN' SQUIRREL TRAIL RUN (10k, 11m, 15m, 20m)

🏃‍♂️ Race Registration Information

• No Race Day Registration: Please note that day-of registrations will not be accepted.

🌳 Event Overview

• Location: The Scorchin’ Squirrel is a trail race through Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center’s 1200 acres located just 10 miles west of Little Rock.
• Distance Options: There are 4 distance options: a 10kish (1 loop), 11.5 mile (2 loops), 15.5 mile (3 loops), or 19.5 mile (4 loops). All distances are approximate.
• Aid Stations: Each loop passes through 1 full aid station and one water drop.
• Food and Refreshments: There will be refreshments at the end with a cookout at the pool. Please bring stuff to share, although Fleet Feet Little Rock and Ferncliff will provide burgers and hot dogs. No glass containers please. No pets.

🏔️ Course Details

• Heat Training: This is a great race for heat training and for trying out trail running with the shorter distances.
• Incline: There is quite a bit of incline throughout the course and a few water crossings in wet weather.
• Finish Line: All distances end back at the start of the race, which is at the Ferncliff pool pavilion.
• Pool Access: The pool will be open after the race. It has a large covered pavilion, and runners can cool off and enjoy some food and refreshments. There are lots of changing stalls.

💖 Support and Participation

• Proceeds: Any proceeds from the event will support Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center.
• Lodging: If you’d like to reserve lodging the evening before the event, call 501-821-3063 to reserve a room or cabin.
• Volunteers: It takes about 25 volunteers to do this event right. Would you like to volunteer and have a great time supporting runners? If so, please fill out this very brief volunteer application: Volunteer Application.

🗺️ Race Information and Maps

• Route: Click Here to view the approximate route: Approximate Route.
• Strava Map: Strava course map for one loop completed: Strava Map.
• Race Start: All distances begin at 7:00 am, with a 6:50 am Mandatory Race Briefing.
• More Details: For more information, visit the official race page: Race Information.