Into the Woods: Trail Training Program
Carrboro, NC
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
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Sunday, August 23rd, 2026
310 E Main St, Carrboro NC
69–87°F · some rain risk
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Sunday, Aug 23starts near 73°F · 33% chance of rain · wind up to 11 mph
About this race
Into the Woods: Trail Training Program
Date: August 23, 2026
Location: 310 E Main St, Carrboro, NC
Join Fleet Feet Carrboro & Durham for the Fall 2025 Trail Running Program - Into The Woods! Whether you are a seasoned trail runner looking for a new challenge or have never set foot on a trail, join us for 8 weeks of exploring some of our favorite local running trails. For our fall season, we'll be focusing on Trail Training Techniques as well as building our endurance. This group will meet once a week on Sunday mornings at 8 am at different trail heads to get you ready to tackle the Rootrock Trail Runs on October 18th. You will have the option of a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon distance.
Program Details
- Information Session & Gear Up Night: August 28th at Fleet Feet Durham Southpoint
- Program Starts: August 31st, Carolina North Forest
- Program Ends: October 18th, 2025 with the Rootrock Trail Runs
- Trail Locations: Local trails at Carolina North Forest, Eno River State Park, Umstead State Park, Wilson Park, Briar Chapel, and more
Training Sessions
- Schedule: Runs are every Sunday at 8 am at various trails around the triangle.
- Accessibility: Options for beginners and more seasoned trail runners, as well as a hiking group.
- Personalized Training: Your training plan can accommodate any race distance (5K, 10K, or Half Marathon) you're interested in.
- Support: This is a very beginner friendly trail season! For any questions or concerns about your eligibility please email nora.ayers@fleetfeet.com.
Registration
Cost: $100 and we will share a discount code to register for the race!
Learn more and register at the official race page: Into the Woods: Trail Training Program.
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