Kennekuk Road Runners - Members Only Meet The Backpack
- Date Sat 29th November 2025
- Time 9:00AM CST
- Location Georgetown, Illinois
- Price Free
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join fellow trail enthusiasts for the Kennekuk Road Runners' exclusive Members Only Meet The Backpack event on Saturday, November 29, 2025, in the picturesque setting of Georgetown, Vermilion. This exhilarating trail run takes you through one of the most challenging and breathtaking trails in the Midwest, offering a unique opportunity to explore nature's beauty while pushing your limits. Be prepared for a muddy adventure and a long stair climb that will test your endurance, making it a fantastic experience for all trail runners.
After conquering the trail, unwind at the Maple Grove Lodge, where a delightful potluck-style meal awaits, accompanied by refreshing beverages. This event promises not only an unforgettable run but also a chance to connect with fellow members over good food and great company. Don't miss out on this amazing day of camaraderie and adventure—make sure to sign up today and embrace the spirit of trail running, rain or shine!
After conquering the trail, unwind at the Maple Grove Lodge, where a delightful potluck-style meal awaits, accompanied by refreshing beverages. This event promises not only an unforgettable run but also a chance to connect with fellow members over good food and great company. Don't miss out on this amazing day of camaraderie and adventure—make sure to sign up today and embrace the spirit of trail running, rain or shine!
Organiser's Description
A KENNEKUK MEMBERS ONLY EVENT - MEET THE BACKPACK TRAIL
TRAIL:
ONE OF THE MOST DIFFICULT IN THIS PART OF THE MIDWEST. PLENTY OF SHEER BEAUTY, AND YOU COULD VERY EASILY GET WET & MUDDY. EVERYTHING A TRAIL RUNNER COULD WANT. THERE IS EVEN A LONG STAIR CLIMB. YOU WILL SEE THINGS ON THIS TRAIL YOU WON'T SEE ON OTHER TRAILS IN THE AREA. YOU CAN NOT RUN THIS TRAIL ALONE IF IT IS YOUR FIRST TIME. WE WOULD HAVE TO SEND OUT THE BLOODHOUNDS!
DIRECTIONS: GOING SOUTH ON ROUTE 1 TO WESTVILLE, TURN LEFT ON EAST MAIN STREET AT THE STOPLIGHT. YOU WILL SEE JULEE'S SHOOTING STAR TAVERN ON THE RIGHT (NORTHWEST COMER). FOLLOW THE ROAD FOR 7 .2 MILES TO THE FOREST GLEN ENTRANCE. TUM LEFT INTO THE PARK AND FOLLOW THE ROAD TO THE MAPLE GROVE LODGE.
PARTY: NEW LOCATION !! THE PARTY IS AT THE MAPLE GROVE LODGE. THIS WILL BE A POTLUCK STYLE MEAL WITH BEVERAGES. FURTHER DETAILS WILL BE POSTED ON THE KRR FACEBOOK PAGE.
WHAT IF THE WEATHER IS BAD? DUMB, DUMB QUESTION. WE'RE KRR! WE DON'T CARE! WE'RE TRAIL RUNNERS!
WE MUST KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING SO WE HAVE ENOUGH -- SO SIGN UP TODAY
TRAIL:
ONE OF THE MOST DIFFICULT IN THIS PART OF THE MIDWEST. PLENTY OF SHEER BEAUTY, AND YOU COULD VERY EASILY GET WET & MUDDY. EVERYTHING A TRAIL RUNNER COULD WANT. THERE IS EVEN A LONG STAIR CLIMB. YOU WILL SEE THINGS ON THIS TRAIL YOU WON'T SEE ON OTHER TRAILS IN THE AREA. YOU CAN NOT RUN THIS TRAIL ALONE IF IT IS YOUR FIRST TIME. WE WOULD HAVE TO SEND OUT THE BLOODHOUNDS!
DIRECTIONS: GOING SOUTH ON ROUTE 1 TO WESTVILLE, TURN LEFT ON EAST MAIN STREET AT THE STOPLIGHT. YOU WILL SEE JULEE'S SHOOTING STAR TAVERN ON THE RIGHT (NORTHWEST COMER). FOLLOW THE ROAD FOR 7 .2 MILES TO THE FOREST GLEN ENTRANCE. TUM LEFT INTO THE PARK AND FOLLOW THE ROAD TO THE MAPLE GROVE LODGE.
PARTY: NEW LOCATION !! THE PARTY IS AT THE MAPLE GROVE LODGE. THIS WILL BE A POTLUCK STYLE MEAL WITH BEVERAGES. FURTHER DETAILS WILL BE POSTED ON THE KRR FACEBOOK PAGE.
WHAT IF THE WEATHER IS BAD? DUMB, DUMB QUESTION. WE'RE KRR! WE DON'T CARE! WE'RE TRAIL RUNNERS!
WE MUST KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING SO WE HAVE ENOUGH -- SO SIGN UP TODAY
Races
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Kennekuk Road Runners - Members Only Meet the Backpack
Sat 29th November 2025 (9:00AM CST)
Free
PARTY: NEW LOCATION !! The party is at the Maple Grove Lodge. This will be a potluck style meal. Details to follow. Check our Facebook page!
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