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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I signed up for a race but didn't get (or can't find) a confirmation email. How can I verify my registration?
Q: Do you offer a discount to active/retired military?
A: We do! Just email us at info@evergreentrailruns.com and we’ll send you a discount code
Q: What if I can't attend a race I've already signed up for?
Q: I am interested in doing a trail run but I’m mostly a hiker. Is walking allowed?
Q: I am a newbie and I am worried about getting lost…how will I know which way to turn at a trail junction?
For junctions that are more tricky or if we need to provide you extra information to make the correct turn, we put a white sign with instructions written on it. Always take a moment to read these signs. It will be time well spent.
Q: Do you provide finisher's medals or awards at your trail runs?
A: Yes, we do give out custom made wood finishers awards at each race. The wooden coasters are unique to each race. Also, at most of our trail runs, you can earn points towards the Evergreen Trail Runs Series. Your best scores will be added together and the top 10 men and top 10 women will receive awards, given out at our final event of the year (or mailed if you can’t attend). Please see our Series page for more details.
Q: How should I dress for the race? Anything I should consider bringing?
Q: Can my dog run with me during the race?
Q: What kind of shoes should I wear for trail runs?
Q: Is there anything I should bring for after the race?
Q: What is your recommendation for refueling during a run?
Q: Where can I expect aid stations on a trail run?
Q: What kind of food can I expect at the aid stations? How about the finish?
Depending on the race, the finish line food differs a bit, but vegetable soup, Chili, bread or bagels, cheese, fruits and a bunch of other stuff like chips, M&Ms and cookies are common options. Drink wise, we’ll provide a variety of drinks such as Zico coconut water, Fuse, Wired, Cascade Ice and FRS. At many races we provide pizzas too!
Q: Where are the paper cups?
A: One of the biggest sources of garbage at races is disposable cups, so to reduce waste, we are asking you to provide your own water vessel. We appreciate you using your personal gear to help us host environmentally friendly races. We do have cups for emergency use.
Q: Do you recycle at races?
A: We recycle and compost at all our races. You will see three types of logoed bins, marked recycle, compost and trash respectively. We appreciate you sorting items before placing them in these bins so our volunteers don’t have to go through them at the end of the race.
Here’s the list of things that should go into the compost bin:
- All food scraps
- Paper containers of food such as pizza boxes that are soiled
- The paper cups and plates we provide at races
- Napkins
Please put all cans, cartons (such as empty Zico containers), plastic and glass bottles, paper and cardboard boxes into the recycle bin. We only have one earth and it’s beautiful but also fragile, so please help us keep it healthy and happy. Thanks so much!
Q: What if I run into horses and other users on the trail?
Horses get startled easily and when they are startled they can buck and cause the rider to fall and get hurt. Horses do have the right of way, so if you see a horse, please stop running, step off the path, and let the horse past, unless the rider tells you that it is okay to walk past.
Q: Will there be a photographer on the course? Where can I access the pictures after the race?
As a tip, in general it is easier for the camera to focus on runners that wear bright colors because cameras like to focus on objects that reflect the most light. If it is a cloudy day and you are wearing dark clothes, the camera could focus on the trees and rocks in the background instead. And of course, everyone looks good with a smile!
Q: Can I run with a stroller?
A: While we love those off-road babies, they are just too rad and fast that they run right over our other runners. So no strollers are allowed at any of our trail races.