Inaugural AURA Wild Card Run - June 6th
- Date Sat 6th June 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Paron, Arkansas
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
- Distances 10 Mile
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Event summary
Join us for the inaugural AURA Wild Card Run on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 7:00 AM, set against the stunning backdrop of the Corkscrew route. This unique trail poker run, starting and finishing at the Electronic Tower, promises a delightful day of fun, community, and a touch of luck. Runners will navigate approximately 10 miles of scenic trails while stopping at four card stations to collect playing cards, culminating in a final draw at the finish line. The best poker hand will win a custom chip medal, making this event even more exciting!
This casual, low-key run welcomes friends and family to cheer on participants, and it’s a perfect opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors while connecting with fellow trail enthusiasts. Don’t forget to bring your water bottle, trail shoes, and, of course, your best poker face! Whether you're a seasoned runner or someone looking for a fun day out, the AURA Wild Card Run is the perfect way to kick off the summer. Come ready to run, hike, and create unforgettable memories with the AURA community!
This casual, low-key run welcomes friends and family to cheer on participants, and it’s a perfect opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors while connecting with fellow trail enthusiasts. Don’t forget to bring your water bottle, trail shoes, and, of course, your best poker face! Whether you're a seasoned runner or someone looking for a fun day out, the AURA Wild Card Run is the perfect way to kick off the summer. Come ready to run, hike, and create unforgettable memories with the AURA community!
Organiser's Description
EVENT DESCRIPTION
Join AURA for the inaugural AURA Wild Card Run on Saturday, June 6, at 7:00 AM.
This will be a fun, low-key trail poker run on the Corkscrew route. We will start at the Electronic Tower and run the route counterclockwise, hitting four card stations along the way before returning to the finish. Friends and family welcome. Please sign up so we know how much food to bring.
At each of the four stations, runners will pick up one playing card. When you return to the finish line, youll draw your fifth and final card. Everyone will then play their hand, and the best poker hand wins.
The winner will receive a custom chip medal.
This is not your typical race its a fun AURA community run with trails, cards, aid stations, and a little luck.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, June 6
Start Time: 7:00 AM
Start/Finish Location: Electronic Tower
Map Link: Pin to start/finish [https://maps.app.goo.gl/pGvJUagoacphFDPn8]
Route: Corkscrew
Direction: Counterclockwise
Distance: Approximately 10 miles
Format: Trail poker run
Prize: Custom chip medal for the winning poker hand
How It Works
Runners will:
Start at the Electronic Tower.
Run the Corkscrew route counterclockwise.
Stop at four card stations along the route.
Draw one card at each station.
Return to the finish line and draw a fifth card.
Play their best poker hand.
Best hand wins.
Volunteers Needed
We need volunteers to help man the aid/card stations and hand out cards to runners.
If you would like to volunteer, please use the Volunteer button on this page or email:
arkultrarunning@gmail.com
Volunteers make these events possible, and this will be a fun one to be part of.
What to Bring
Please bring:
Water bottle or hydration pack
Trail shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Snacks if needed
A good attitude
Your poker face
Important Note
This is a casual AURA trail event, not a traditional timed race. Come ready to run, hike, laugh, draw cards, and enjoy the trails with the AURA community.
Join AURA for the inaugural AURA Wild Card Run on Saturday, June 6, at 7:00 AM.
This will be a fun, low-key trail poker run on the Corkscrew route. We will start at the Electronic Tower and run the route counterclockwise, hitting four card stations along the way before returning to the finish. Friends and family welcome. Please sign up so we know how much food to bring.
At each of the four stations, runners will pick up one playing card. When you return to the finish line, youll draw your fifth and final card. Everyone will then play their hand, and the best poker hand wins.
The winner will receive a custom chip medal.
This is not your typical race its a fun AURA community run with trails, cards, aid stations, and a little luck.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, June 6
Start Time: 7:00 AM
Start/Finish Location: Electronic Tower
Map Link: Pin to start/finish [https://maps.app.goo.gl/pGvJUagoacphFDPn8]
Route: Corkscrew
Direction: Counterclockwise
Distance: Approximately 10 miles
Format: Trail poker run
Prize: Custom chip medal for the winning poker hand
How It Works
Runners will:
Start at the Electronic Tower.
Run the Corkscrew route counterclockwise.
Stop at four card stations along the route.
Draw one card at each station.
Return to the finish line and draw a fifth card.
Play their best poker hand.
Best hand wins.
Volunteers Needed
We need volunteers to help man the aid/card stations and hand out cards to runners.
If you would like to volunteer, please use the Volunteer button on this page or email:
arkultrarunning@gmail.com
Volunteers make these events possible, and this will be a fun one to be part of.
What to Bring
Please bring:
Water bottle or hydration pack
Trail shoes
Weather-appropriate clothing
Snacks if needed
A good attitude
Your poker face
Important Note
This is a casual AURA trail event, not a traditional timed race. Come ready to run, hike, laugh, draw cards, and enjoy the trails with the AURA community.
Races
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AURA Wild Card Run
Sat 6th June 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
Free
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https://maps.app.goo.gl/Kud8oHV6F5nWavZdA, Paron, 72122, AR, United States
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