Butler County Cannonball Run

Saturday, July 1 – Monday, July 31, 2023 Past event

7:00 AM EDT

Butler, Pennsylvania

Free · 1 race

Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at the Butler County Cannonball Run, taking place throughout July 2023! This exciting event invites participants to lace up their running shoes and explore the stunning landscapes of Butler County, Pennsylvania. Kicking off on Saturday, July 1st, this unique challenge spans the entire month, culminating in a thrilling 50K run that covers at least 5 miles in six different townships, including Slippery Rock, Foxburg, Sarver, Cranberry, Prospect, and Butler.

Starting at the picturesque Jennings Environmental Education Center, runners will enjoy scenic views along the Allegheny River Trail, the Butler-Freeport Rail Trail, and the beautiful trails of Moraine State Park. This is not just a running challenge; it's an opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant community of Butler County. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newcomer to the sport, the Cannonball Run promises to be a fun, adventurous experience that showcases the best of the area's natural beauty and local charm. Don't forget to share your journey with #BCMCANNONBALLRUN on social media!

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Butler County Cannonball Run
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CANNONBALL RUN CHALLENGE RULES Each of the 6 challenge legs must be completed in order. All of the 5+ mile runs will be completed in order starting from the specific locations already detailed in the events challenge description and completed in order: Jennings Environmental Center, Slippery Rock, PA Allegheny River Trail, Foxburgh, PA BFT Sarver Trailhead, Sarver, PA North Boundary Park, Cranberry Twp, PA Moraine Bike Rental, Portersville, PA Upper Alameda Park, Butler, PA There are NO EXCEPTIONS! Each of the 6 challenge leg locations serve as a starting point for each run. Participants must choose and complete their own 5+ mile route, which is part of the challenge and adventure. Each of the 6 challenge legs run must be a minimum of 5 miles. NO EXCEPTIONS! The total distance of all 6 challenge legs must be equal or greater than 31 total miles or a 50k distance. If the total distance of all 6 challenge legs equals a number less than 31 miles total you will NOT be credited with completing the challenge. NO EXCEPTIONS! All 6 challenge legs must be completed within 1 day (24 hour period) anytime between July 1, 2023 and July 31, 2023. NO EXCEPTIONS! Challenge registration through Runsignup and challenge waiver acceptance is required. NO EXCUSES OR EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE. Proof of challenge completion must be emailed to the challenge organizers at: [email protected] Or activities can be uploaded through the RunSignup page to this email address. Screenshots of your challenge route maps from Strava, Garmin, Coros, etc. will be accepted by challenge organizers via email. They must show a timestamp, which refers back to rule #1 that each challenge leg must be completed in order. ________________________________________ CANNONBALL RUN IMPORTANT INFORMATION This is a fully self-supported challenge. Participants are expected to provide all necessary hydration, nutrition, equipment, etc. required to complete their challenge. Use of your car/truck/van, gas stations, restaurants, etc. during the challenge as rest stops or checkpoints in between challenge legs is absolutely permitted. Your Strava, Garmin, Coros, etc. Maps do NOT need to be publicly viewable. Your maps, routes, time stamps, etc. can and should remain private. However, proof of challenge completion must be submitted to the challenge organizers at: [email protected] We believe this challenge experience is best shared together with a friend, partner, or group. Even though this is a virtual challenge we strongly recommend sharing this experience together with others, which we believe builds community, relationships, and enhances your own challenge experience. The Butler County Cannonball Run is designed to be a Sunrise to Sunset challenge. Note the final challenge leg destination (Alameda Park) closes at dusk. Running in the park after dark is not permitted, recommended, nor is it encouraged. Please observe the driving and daylight schedule for the month of July listed below: Total drive time start to finish 2 Hrs 44 Minutes July 1, 2023 Sunrise 5:52 am 8:55 pm 15 Hrs 3 minutes of daylight 23:50.32 /mile split time 12 hours 19 minutes is the total maximum amount of daylight running time possible VS. July 31, 2023 Sunrise 6:15 am Sunset 8:37 pm 14 Hrs 22 minutes of daylight 22:30.97 /mile split time 11 hours 38 minutes is the total maximum amount of daylight running time possible ________________________________________ CANNONBALL RUN CHALLENGE DESCRIPTION https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lPhUwmwj4AXUYTAmAL-vc4WltqEU2MYi04GNbCatGdU/edit?usp=sharing CANNONBALL RUN CHALLENGE REGISTRATION https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j5yo5SPK-q_XubKKzLQIl7tNTE0o4T1VkHA1zGLtRmI/edit?usp=sharing CANNONBALL RUN CHALLENGE RULES https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WA_KxWwSG0qDTvrp3zICCi9iAjpzFtCSEjEQa3JlUTA/edit?usp=sharing CANNONBALL RUN IMPORTANT INFORMATION https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pPz_kYS9mjIo0hfp83bdrGvfv-CQETiWBj8aF_5pcuw/edit?usp=sharing

Saturday, Jul 1, 2023

Free

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Organiser's description

Welcome to the July challenge from our BCM CHALLENGE SERIES.

This month gives participants a chance to be a part of Butlers rich history by taking on BUTLER COUNTYS FIRST EVER CANNONBALL RUN!

Please take the time to READ THE ENTIRE CHALLENGE DESCRIPTION AND RULES in order to receive credit for completing the Cannonball Run Challenge.

The Cannonball Run is equal parts a running challenge, fun, and full-on adventure.

This challenge will take you to every corner of Butler County, and ends in the center or heartbeat of the county.

You will experience scenic views, beautiful countryside, gorgeous forest trails, public crushed limestone rail trail, paved paths, and pass countless local family owned businesses.

WHAT IS THE BUTLER COUNTY CANNONBALL RUN?
The Cannonball Run has participants running at least 5 miles, in 6 different townships of Butler County, all in 1 day. Runners will finish at least 5 miles in Slippery Rock, Foxburg, Sarver, Cranberry, Prospect and Butler for a grand total of 50k (31 miles).

1. EVERYONE WILL BEGIN AT THE JENNINGS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER IN SLIPPERY ROCK, PA:

Jennings Environmental Education Center

2951 Prospect Rd
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
https://g.co/kgs/L9NyZW
(Forest trail)

2. FROM THERE YOU'LL HEAD ON OUT TO FOXBURG FOR A 5 MILE RUN ALONG THE ALLEGHENY RIVER TRAIL:

Allegheny Bike Trail

Short St,
Parker, PA 16049
https://g.co/kgs/3NCfTr
Paved asphalt path

3. FOLLOWED BY A NICE 5 MILER ALONG THE BUTLER-FREEPORT RAIL TRAIL IN SARVER, PA:

Butler-Freeport Community Trail Sarver Trailhead

569 Sarver Rd,
Sarver, PA 16055
https://g.co/kgs/yue9tQ
Rail-trail (crushed limestone)

4. AFTER WHICH IT'S OFF TO A LOVELY JAUNT AROUND NORTH BOUNDARY PARK IN CRANBERRY:

North Boundary Park

1171 N Boundary Rd,
Cranberry Twp, PA 16066
https://g.co/kgs/N4LQ6o
Paved asphalt path

5. THEN SOME MILES RUNNING THROUGH MORAINE STATE PARK IN PROSPECT:

Moraine Bike Trail & Rentals

118 N Shore Dr,
Portersville, PA 16051
https://g.co/kgs/vXFwNT
Option to run/hike forest trail on the NCT or run/hike on the paved asphalt bike path

6. WITH A FINAL DESTINATION OF A SCENIC CRUISE AROUND THE TRAILS AT ALAMEDA PARK IN BUTLER:

Alameda Park Pool

184 Alameda Rd,
Butler, PA 16001
https://g.co/kgs/ns3ngP
Option to run world class forest trails in the park or paved asphalt road

BOOM! 50K DONE.

P.S. - Remember to tag @BUTLERCOUNTYMILERS and #BCMCANNONBALLRUN when sharing about your challenge experience!

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CANNONBALL RUN CHALLENGE DESCRIPTION

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lPhUwmwj4AXUYTAmAL-vc4WltqEU2MYi04GNbCatGdU/edit?usp=sharing

CANNONBALL RUN CHALLENGE REGISTRATION

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1j5yo5SPK-q_XubKKzLQIl7tNTE0o4T1VkHA1zGLtRmI/edit?usp=sharing

CANNONBALL RUN CHALLENGE RULES

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WA_KxWwSG0qDTvrp3zICCi9iAjpzFtCSEjEQa3JlUTA/edit?usp=sharing

CANNONBALL RUN IMPORTANT INFORMATION

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pPz_kYS9mjIo0hfp83bdrGvfv-CQETiWBj8aF_5pcuw/edit?usp=sharing