The Wilderness Run is a challenging and scenic course in the foothills of the Piños Altos Mountain Range, outside of the Gila Wilderness, taking place primarily off-pavement, on trails and dirt roads in the Gila National Forest. The 8-mile Wilderness Run, as well as the 5-K run and 5-K walk, start and finish at the historic Parade Grounds of Fort Bayard.
The 8-mile Wilderness Run follows the same old course you’ve loved all these years: a gritty, dust-choked, coyote-scented ankle-twister in the foothills of the Gila Wilderness, with a finish over crumbling pavement on the historic Ft. Bayard Parade Grounds (before an adoring audience).
The 5-K course circles the National Cemetery and the historic Fort Bayard Golf Course.
Proceeds from this event will benefit the student activities of Aldo Leopold High School and other outdoor activities in Grant County, NM.
Registration fees
5K Run Closed
Under 18? Age Discount applied at checkout
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$15.00Mar 28 - May 26
5K Walk Closed
Under 18? Age Discount applied at checkout
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$15.00Mar 28 - May 26
8.1-Mile Run Closed
Under 18? Age Discount applied at checkout
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$15.00Mar 28 - May 26
8.1-Mile Walk Closed
Under 18? Age Discount applied at checkout
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$15.00Mar 28 - May 26
Awards
Stoneware Robin Parsons bowls will be awarded to overall female & male winners in the 5k Run, overall female & winners in the 13.1 km (8.1-mile) Run, & overall winners in the Masters Championship (8.1 miles). Two other bowls will be awarded to honored guests.
Age groups are: (male/female) -- 19/under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.
Race Day Registration
Race Day Registration opens at 6:30 AM at the Fort Bayard Medical Centre and costs $20.
Sponsors
We are grateful for the continued support of our sponsors: Southwest Bone & Joint, Aldo Leopold Charter School, Morning Star Printing, Ft. Bayard Medical Center, Gila National Forest, & Silver City Adventure Trails.
Event schedule
- Sat, May 28, 2016 8:00 AM - 5K Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Jim McIntosh
- mrgreendreams@msn.com
- Phone
- +1 575-574-2902
