
Oct
12
Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run and Ultra Challenge
Mount Airy, Maryland
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The Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run and Ultra Challenge offers a scenic and meaningful race experience in Mt. Airy, Maryland. Participants can choose a single 5-mile trail run or take on the 4-hour or 8-hour Ultra Challenge, with virtual options available. The event honors cherished members of the running community and supports the Frederick Steeplechasers Memorial Scholarship Fund. Organized by the Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club celebrating its 50th anniversary the race promises a day of endurance, fun, and community spirit. Runners will take on a challenging course featuring farm lanes, grassy trails, and wooded paths.
Race
The Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run features a single-loop course set against the scenic countryside of Mt. Airy, Maryland. Runners will take on a challenging and rewarding route that winds through rolling hills, farm lanes, grassy fields, and wooded trails—offering a true taste of nature and trail running at its best.
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FAQs
What is the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run?
How long is the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run?
Where does the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run?
How can I prepare for the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run?
The Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run features a single-loop course set against the scenic countryside of Mt. Airy, Maryland. Runners will take on a challenging and rewarding route that winds through rolling hills, farm lanes, grassy fields, and wooded trails—offering a true taste of nature and trail running at its best.
The Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run is 8km long.
The Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run takes place in Mount Airy, Maryland, United States Of America.
Runna classifies the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run elevation profile as Hilly.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run?
The Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run features a single-loop course set against the scenic countryside of Mt. Airy, Maryland. Runners will take on a challenging and rewarding route that winds through rolling hills, farm lanes, grassy fields, and wooded trails—offering a true taste of nature and trail running at its best.
How long is the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run?
The Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run is 8km long.
Where does the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run take place?
The Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run takes place in Mount Airy, Maryland, United States Of America.
What is the elevation gain of the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run?
Runna classifies the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run elevation profile as Hilly.
How can I prepare for the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Rick O'Donnell Memorial 5 Mile Trail Run?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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