Lodging

Want to stay the night near the starting line? We have affordable private rooms for rent Friday (May 17th) and Saturday (May 18th) night. A limited number are welcome to camp on the field as well. Reserve your cabin today before they fill up.
Go to https://www.johnstonwoods.org/backyard-ultra.

Ruck

Rucking is described as hiking/walking with a weighted pack. The activity gets its name from "rucksacks" which is a military term for backpack.

Requirements are as follows - Male- 30lb dry
Female- 15lb dry

Each finisher will receive a patch after their race is over.

Important Times

Friday- May 17th
Sponsors Booth setup - 4pm
Registration and Packet pickup- 4-6pm
Dinner- 6pm
Speaker- 7pm

Saturday- May 18th
Packet pickup- 6-7am
7:30am- 3,6,12,24hr races start
10am- 6hr Ruck starts

Information About Race

This is our first 3, 6,12, and 24 hour trail race, It is also our first ever 6 hour Rucking option. We have had many races here before like Bear Claw 4,8 miler, a half marathon, backyard ultra last runner standing, and a 12 hour race. This fundraiser raises money for kids summer camp and community programming.

Race Directors

Jenna Lofton-- jenna@johnstonwoods.org 423-788-4451

David Kyle--davidkyle1971@gmail.com 423-503- 7936

Trail

4.35 miles of forested, rolling hills crisscrossing small creeks. The trail has roots and rocks but is runnable. Elevation gain is around 300'. The trail is well maintained and well marked. The course will consist of our blue loop, and the white loop with parking lot in between. Start/finish in the field behind the Woodland Center.

Prizes

All runners will get a t-shirt..
First place men and women in each division will get a gift card and special custom award
Second place men and women in each division will get a race tumbler.
Third place men and women in each division will get a race coffee cup.
.All finishers will receive a custom slate JWTF coaster

Pasta Meal with Rob Apple

We are offering a chance to relax with your fellow runners in the Woodland Center on Friday night 6pm (May 17th) for a meal full of your favorite.... carbohydrates!!
Spaghetti, alfredo, bread, and more!! Price: $14 register at johnstonwoods.org


Ultra Guinness World Record holder, ROB APPLE, will be speaking at 7pm and is included with meal.
Vendors are welcome to set up tables. Contact RDs for more information.

Event's current local time: 3:23 PM ET