“I don’t want my children to grow up feeling pressured to believe that there is only one ‘right’ path in life. I want them to know there are many ‘right’ paths, including those made of dirt.” – Julie from Kids Trail Running
The kids and I had the chance to see and meet Scott Jurek at his New York City book launch of North: Finding My Way While Running the Appalachian Trail. The book launch took place at the New York Society for Ethical Culture on NYC’s Upper… Read More »Featured Runner’s Book: North, Finding My Way While Running the Appalachian Trail by Scott Jurek
Maybe you’ve seen runners wearing gaiters at trail races. Or perhaps you’ve just heard them mentioned on trail running forums and on social media. If you’re wondering what running gaiters are or why they are worn, read on. I happen to LOVE running gaiters. Disclosure:… Read More »Why Trail Running Gaiters
Another fabulous year of crewing Vermont 100 with kids in tow +1 (my teen’s BF)…. Though the race was really tough this year for my husband because he had to deal with an IT issue from the get-go, he managed to shave off a little… Read More »Crewing Vermont 100 with Kids
Ultrarunner Mom Ultrarunner Mom, Lindsey Callahan, knows what running can do for the body, mind, overall health, and relationships. Not only is she an accomplished utlrarunner, but she’s a mother to five children, including an eight year old son, Jadin, who took up trail running to… Read More »Interview: Ultrarunner Mom Lindsey Callahan Talks About Running and Childhood ADHD
Best Family Friendly Trail Running Festivals A weekend family getaway is the sort of childhood experience that is rarely forgotten. Combine a weekend adventure with trail running and you have the ingredients for unforgettable memories–and family stories that will get retold, relived, and shared for… Read More »America’s Best Family Friendly East Coast Trail Running Festivals