Last August, I ran the TransRockies Run3, a 60 mile run across the Rocky Mountains in Colorado. No big deal, just 60 miles in three days at around 11,000 feet above sea level. Hung out with Dean Karnazes. You know, the usual.
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Seriously, it was the most well-organized and enjoyable event I've ever attended. If you wonder how running 60 miles or (120 miles in the six-day option) can be fun, just check out the Trail Strider videos and see for yourself.
Between the spectacular scenery, amazing food, tent cities, and the amazing friendships that I made, I likened the experience to a running camp.
Someone at the event must have overheard my observation, because TransRockies Events has unveiled the first of a series of trail running camps. Set in stunning locations, these running vacations are perfect for people who aren't content to lay around on the beach all day.
They're starting out with the Intro to Trail Running camp in Banff, Alberta, Canada on May 6-12, 2012. Gear towards beginning trail runners, the event features daily guided mountain trail runs, nutrition/goal setting/running form info sessions, and full access and lodging at the Banff Centre for the Arts. Here's a sample day schedule.
7:00-8:30am Breakfast
9:00-10:30am Info Session – classroom style.
11:00am Depart for Trail Run #1: (8-15km)
2:00pm Return from Trail Run – smoothie bar and ongoing refreshments available throughout afternoon.
2:00-5:00pm Free time, yoga, swimming, facility access.
5:30pm Depart for group dinner
Following events include an Ultimate Trail Running Camp geared towards more advanced runners, a Women's Only camp, and Couples and Singles camps.
It's the perfect vacation for the runner in your life. Particularly if you want to see a grown-up version of this:
