Les Haas Memorial Trail Challenge

The Les Haas Memorial Trail Challenge race was held this past Saturday.The event is hosted by the Elk County Conservation District and sponsored by Country Squirrel Outfitters.  The race features 7K and 14K running distances as well as a non-competitive 2 mile “fun walk.”  The event is held at the Laurel Mill Trail, which is located approximately 4 miles west of Ridgway in the Allegheny National Forest.  The course is mostly rolling hills with a significant 0.9 mile climb.  The surface is a mix of grass, dirt, rocks and mud and the entire race course is on trails.  Despite the rainy conditions, approximately 55 participants attended this year’s event.  Proceeds from the Les Haas Memorial Trail Challenge benefit the Conservation District’s environmental education programs in Elk County.  Next year’s race is scheduled for September 20, 2014.  If you enjoy trail running, you should definitely check out this event.  More information can be found here: Race Website