The Rock Runners Series is back for 2024!

Explore local trails safely and with an experienced group leader. This is your opportunity to learn to love trail running and to explore some of the amazing areas in our region. There are a variety of trails close to home and within a short driving distance. So, let's go check them out!

All paces and experience levels welcome. With each location there will be an opportunity to demo a different brand of trail shoes. Join us for all 5 locations and see what all the talk is about. Try something a little different each month; rain or shine we will see you there!

All paces and experience levels welcome. With each location there will be an opportunity to demo a different brand of trail shoes. Join us for all 5 locations and see what all the talk is about. Try something a little different each month; rain or shine we will see you there!

These are organized group run/walks led by Coach Anna Huber, and supported by a bunch of raving trail fans! Our goal is for you to learn a little something about the joys of trails and to get a workout that fits YOUR pace and ability. Routes will be mapped out and supported by our group of Fleet Feet Ambassadors. Each workout will start with a mini-info session and a group warm-up.

SERIES | Sunday's at 8AM. Distances vary slightly by location, but we aim for a 5K (3.1-mile) loop that can be completed 1 or 2x.

COST | $30

WHAT PARTICIPANTS GET |

• Monthly emails with coach tips and information for new and veteran trail runners.
• A marked route, supported by Fleet Feet representatives out on the course to make sure you are where you need to be.
• You will get to demo trail Altras at a few of the meetups. 
• Come to at least 4 of the 5 and earn a Fleet Feet Running Club “Rock Runners” Sticker for your water bottle, laptop, or somewhere you like to brag about your accomplishments!
• Register for the entire Rock Runners series and the food/drink is on us at the September end-of-the-series party!

REGISTER HERE.

LINE-UP:

• Sunday, May 26 8AM -- Calumet County Park- Sun Run Trail

  • Distances available: 2.2 miles (you can do one or two loops)

  • CLICK HERE for park map (fun run route coming soon)

  • Site: https://www.calumetcountyparks.org/625/Parks-Trails

• Sunday, June 16 8AM – Bruce B. Purdy Nature Preserve, across from the Apple Creek YMCA
  • Distances available: TBC
  • CLICK HERE for preserve map (fun run route coming soon)

• Sunday, July 21  8AM -- Mosquito Hill Nature Center
  • Distances available: 3- and 6-mile options on the Mosquito Hill Endurance Run Course
  • CLICK HERE for park map (fun run route coming soon)

• Sunday, August 18  8AM – Bubolz Nature Preserve- Deer Run Trail
  • Distances available: TBC
  • CLICK HERE for park map (fun run route coming soon)
  • Site: https://bubolzpreserve.org/plan-a-visit/trail-maps/

• Sunday, September 15 8AM – High Cliff State Park- Red Bird Trail immediately followed by our end-of-series social at Mudd Creek Coffee
  • Distances available: To be determined
  • CLICK HERE for park map (fun run route coming soon)
  • More information on Mudd Creek Coffee here.

 MEET THE COACH:

Hello! My name is Anna. I’ve been a runner my whole life starting right here in Appleton. I started at Wilson Middle School, West High School and then Lawrence University. I’ve been the head track and cross-country coach at Wilson Middle School for the past 14 years. Trail running is my favorite because I love being in the woods. I love how the terrain changes and how it feels like a mini adventure. I look forward to meeting you, and sharing lots of running moments with you!