Moonlight on Mount Ascension (12 hour)
Friday, June 23 – Saturday, June 24, 2023
Past event
10:00 PM MDT
Helena, Montana
$86.14 · 1 race
1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Moonlight on Mount Ascension event, happening from Friday, June 23, 2023, to Saturday, June 24, 2023, in the stunning Helena, Jefferson area of Montana! This thrilling 12-hour race invites participants to tackle a modified figure 8 loop on the breathtaking South Hills trails, featuring the Mount Ascension and Rodney Ridge areas. Each complete figure 8 measures 11.57 miles and boasts an impressive 2,645 feet of elevation gain, providing an exhilarating challenge for all skill levels.
Racers will have the freedom to explore the trails at their own pace, completing as many loops as possible within the time limit. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to enjoy the great outdoors, you can run, rest, and even dance your way through the night! With wildlife encounters possible and a lively atmosphere at the aid station, this event promises a unique experience. Plus, participants can look forward to delicious pancakes and bacon at the awards ceremony, making the Moonlight on Mount Ascension a must-attend event for outdoor enthusiasts and competitive runners alike!
Racers will have the freedom to explore the trails at their own pace, completing as many loops as possible within the time limit. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun way to enjoy the great outdoors, you can run, rest, and even dance your way through the night! With wildlife encounters possible and a lively atmosphere at the aid station, this event promises a unique experience. Plus, participants can look forward to delicious pancakes and bacon at the awards ceremony, making the Moonlight on Mount Ascension a must-attend event for outdoor enthusiasts and competitive runners alike!
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Moonlight on Mount Ascension
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Entries closedFriday, Jun 23, 2023 (10:00 PM MDT)
$86.14
Organiser's description
All racers should expect to adhere to COVID-19 precautions such as social distancing, wearing a mask in the starting area, and starting in waves.
DESCRIPTION: The course is a modified figure 8 loop on Helenas South Hills trails (Mount Ascension and Rodney Ridge areas). Each figure 8 is 100% singletrack, 11.57 miles, and 2,645 feet of elevation gain per figure 8.
Youve got 12 hours to cover as many complete loops as possible.
You dont have to run all night, one complete figure 8 loop anytime during the 12 hours and you are a finisher.
You dont have to run continuously. Do one loop, then go sleep somewhere, go dancing, etc., and come back later for another loop.
Even though this event takes place just outside the City of Helena, this is Montana so do not assume that you wont run into wildlife. Deer, black bear, and mountain lion have been seen along these trails. Also, being Montana trails, there are plenty of rocks out there. Its a HURL event, we cant make it easy on you!
RULES: Runners must complete the Mt Ascension loop (clockwise), and then the Rodney Ridge loop (counterclockwise). The Overall and age division winners are determined first by mileage covered, as outlined below, then by time. Runners must complete one full figure 8 to be an official finisher. Each completed figure 8 counts as 11.5 miles, the Mt. Ascension loop counts at 7.5 miles and the Rodney Ridge loop counts as 4 miles. There is no mileage credit for partial loops.On your last time out, you can either complete the Mt. Ascension or Rodney Ridge loop only, rather than the full figure 8, and it will count towards your mileage total. Runners finishing a complete figure 8 after 6:00 a.m. will only be allowed to continue on the Rodney Ridge loop. All full Rodney Ridge loops completed after 6:00 a.m. will count towards your mileage total.
Anyone claiming they have been running but have really been hiding in the porta potty (or found to be cheating in any other way) will be locked in a porta potty and hauled off inside it.
RACE CHECK-IN: Begins at 7:00 p.m. at the starting area. We will conduct a race briefing at 7:45 p.m.
COURSE MARKINGS: The course will be marked with ribbons, signs, reflective tape, and glow sticks.
AID STATIONS: There will be an aid station at the Old Shooting Range Trailhead. It will be stocked with typical aid station food, HEED, Perpetuem, Hammer Gel, water, plus soup, coffee, and hot chocolate. Stay (or come back for) the awards for pancakes and bacon!
AGE DIVISIONS: Male and Female solo divisions as follows: Open (0-39); Masters (40-49); Grand Masters (50-59); Super Masters (60-69); Super Grand Masters (70-79). If anyone over 80 signs up well create an age division for you.
AWARDS: To be determined. Awards will be as soon after 8:00 a.m. as possible. Pancakes and bacon will be served. Bring your own chair.
REFUND POLICY: $30 of the entry fee is refundable for requests received prior to June 1. No refunds will be made after May 31.
ROLLOVER POLICY: We will roll over your registration to the following year for requests received prior to June 1 of the year for which you initially registered. No rollovers will be made for any reason after May 31. You will be required to pay a $10 rollover fee when registering the for the following years event.Rollovers are only good for the next years race. Disclaimer: While we expect to continue this event in subsequent years, it is not guaranteed. If you chose to rollover your entry and there is no event the following year, you are not entitled to any refund.
DESCRIPTION: The course is a modified figure 8 loop on Helenas South Hills trails (Mount Ascension and Rodney Ridge areas). Each figure 8 is 100% singletrack, 11.57 miles, and 2,645 feet of elevation gain per figure 8.
Youve got 12 hours to cover as many complete loops as possible.
You dont have to run all night, one complete figure 8 loop anytime during the 12 hours and you are a finisher.
You dont have to run continuously. Do one loop, then go sleep somewhere, go dancing, etc., and come back later for another loop.
Even though this event takes place just outside the City of Helena, this is Montana so do not assume that you wont run into wildlife. Deer, black bear, and mountain lion have been seen along these trails. Also, being Montana trails, there are plenty of rocks out there. Its a HURL event, we cant make it easy on you!
RULES: Runners must complete the Mt Ascension loop (clockwise), and then the Rodney Ridge loop (counterclockwise). The Overall and age division winners are determined first by mileage covered, as outlined below, then by time. Runners must complete one full figure 8 to be an official finisher. Each completed figure 8 counts as 11.5 miles, the Mt. Ascension loop counts at 7.5 miles and the Rodney Ridge loop counts as 4 miles. There is no mileage credit for partial loops.On your last time out, you can either complete the Mt. Ascension or Rodney Ridge loop only, rather than the full figure 8, and it will count towards your mileage total. Runners finishing a complete figure 8 after 6:00 a.m. will only be allowed to continue on the Rodney Ridge loop. All full Rodney Ridge loops completed after 6:00 a.m. will count towards your mileage total.
Anyone claiming they have been running but have really been hiding in the porta potty (or found to be cheating in any other way) will be locked in a porta potty and hauled off inside it.
RACE CHECK-IN: Begins at 7:00 p.m. at the starting area. We will conduct a race briefing at 7:45 p.m.
COURSE MARKINGS: The course will be marked with ribbons, signs, reflective tape, and glow sticks.
AID STATIONS: There will be an aid station at the Old Shooting Range Trailhead. It will be stocked with typical aid station food, HEED, Perpetuem, Hammer Gel, water, plus soup, coffee, and hot chocolate. Stay (or come back for) the awards for pancakes and bacon!
AGE DIVISIONS: Male and Female solo divisions as follows: Open (0-39); Masters (40-49); Grand Masters (50-59); Super Masters (60-69); Super Grand Masters (70-79). If anyone over 80 signs up well create an age division for you.
AWARDS: To be determined. Awards will be as soon after 8:00 a.m. as possible. Pancakes and bacon will be served. Bring your own chair.
REFUND POLICY: $30 of the entry fee is refundable for requests received prior to June 1. No refunds will be made after May 31.
ROLLOVER POLICY: We will roll over your registration to the following year for requests received prior to June 1 of the year for which you initially registered. No rollovers will be made for any reason after May 31. You will be required to pay a $10 rollover fee when registering the for the following years event.Rollovers are only good for the next years race. Disclaimer: While we expect to continue this event in subsequent years, it is not guaranteed. If you chose to rollover your entry and there is no event the following year, you are not entitled to any refund.
Location
South Hills Trails, Helena, 59601, MT, United States
Moonlight on Mount Ascension (12 hour)
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