Mark your calendars, Saturday April 6th will find the 7th annual Ni-Bthaska-Ke 12K & 4 Mile Trail Runs. Also our as-yet-to-be-named kids runs of 400 meters and 800 meters. Billed as the “Toughest Trail Run in the Midwest” and for good reason. The most challenging morning of your spring to be sure. I’m amazed at the numbers we get for this race, are all trail runners borderline masochists?
And while it is indeed a daunting challenge the badge of accomplishment is a huge draw. The run was conjured up in 2006 by trail running legend Ivan Marsh and has grown from ~70 the first year to 500+ the last couple of years. Upstream Brewing Company, Subway, and Cabela’s return for the event, what a great trio of sponsors.
So the first weekend in April has become a favorite tradition for me and mine. A rented cabin amid the peace and quiet of Platte River State Park, briefly separated from the hustle and bustle of traffic, television, and daily responsibilities. A real treasure just 30 minutes from home. The cabins do fill up rather quickly so be sure and call the park to reserve yours today!
Platte River State Park
14421 346th Street, Louisville, Nebraska 68037
Phone: (402) 234-2217
We’ll have online registration up within the next week. We are also reprising our digital brochure, if you haven’t seen the great work by Bob Harris and FrontRunIt you are in for a treat.
The elevation changes for the 12K show why finishing this race bestows bragging rights among participants.
Come on out and get your Climb On!
Last year’s “Tough Little Mudders” got a full dose of trail running. Its good for them and its fun too!
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