The races are open to kids 14 and younger, with distance options for everyone.
The Mini Moose is a 1K (0.6 mile) course for kids ages 3- to 6-years-old. The Junior Moose is designed for runners ages 7 to 10 and is 3K (1.8 miles). The longest course option, the Mighty Moose 5K course, is for kids ages 11 to 14.
PCSS Cross Country Director Emma Garrard said the series was designed to be achievable and enjoyable for all levels of runners.
“Those young 3-year-olds and 4-year-olds, their parents will run with them often, which is really cute to see,” she said on KPCW’s “Local News Hour” Friday. “It's about getting kids out there and active. And it's really cool to see so many kids excited about running.”
Runners have the option to race in all four events or choose their favorites.
The first race of the series is at Round Valley on June 7. The second race on the lower Utah Olympic Park RTS trail system is in July. The third race returns to Round Valley in August and the final race wraps at the UOP.
The trails will remain open to the public during the races. Basin Recreation advises trail users about increased congestion Saturday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the North Round Valley trailhead.
Registration is required for the races.
