12304 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale KY
Sunday, October 5th, 2025
🏃♂️ Kentucky Cryptid Series - Bigfoot
Date: 2025-10-05
Location: 12304 Holsclaw Hill Rd, Fairdale, KY.
For more details, visit: Kentucky Cryptid Series Bigfoot
🌲 Race Overview
- Distance: An eight mile run through the trails of Jefferson Memorial Forest.
- Course Details: Starting at Horine Reservation, winding through Red/Orange Trails with a couple miles toward the Welcome Center and back.
- 5 Mile Option: A 5 mile option is available for those preferring a shorter distance.
- Registration: Notify at check-in to adjust your registration for the 5 mile option.
🦶 Bigfoot Awareness
- Cultural Significance: Bigfoot has a long history in Kentucky, from Native American stories to modern sightings.
- Various Names: Known by names such as Night Howler, Wild Man, and more.
- Global Recognition: Bigfoot is a recognizable cryptid worldwide.
- Series Finale: The race honors the legacy of Bigfoot as the fourth and final event in the series.
🏅 Awards
- Overall Awards: Awards will be given for Overall Male and Female.
- Survivor Medal: Complete 3 out of 4 races to earn your Cryptid Series Survivor Medal and Shirt.
💧 Stay Hydrated & Stay Safe
- CUPLESS Event: Participants must bring their own water bottle, hydration pack, or cup.
🚽 Restrooms
- Availability: Classic outhouse restrooms are located at the start/finish area.
- Additional Facilities: Extra portable restrooms are 1/8 mile down the gravel lane.
- Accessibility: All restrooms will be accessible to race participants.
🥤 On Course Water Stop
- Water Stop: An on course water stop will be available for the 8 Milers.
- Finish Area: 5 Milers will have access to water and refreshments post-race.
- Environmentally Friendly: Participants are reminded to bring their own hydration equipment to reduce waste.
🗺️ Course Description
- Start/Finish Line: Located near the gate to the campground in the parking lot.
- Course Map: Course Map
- Course Preview Video: Watch Here
📦 Packet Pick-Up
- Time: Packet pick-up will begin around 7:00 AM on race day.
- Location: Near the parking lot prior to race start.
- Preparation: Ensure enough time for pinning your bib before the race begins.
👕 T-Shirts
- Optional Add-On: T-shirts for the series are optional to keep costs reasonable.
- Limited Availability: Limited shirts will be available for sale on race day.
- Pre-Order: Pre-order during registration to guarantee a shirt.
🚗 Parking
- Arrival: Plan to arrive early for parking as space is limited.
- Carpool: Encourage carpooling to make space for all participants.
- Respect for Parks: Carpooling helps maintain the ability to host future events.
🍏 Water/Snacks
- CUPLESS Policy: Bring your own water bottle, hydration pack, or cup.
- Bottled Water: Limited supply will be available.
- Post-Race: Water and pre-packaged snacks will be provided after the race.
💻 Virtual Option
- Participation: To run virtually, sign up as in-person and inform via email.
Starting Line Map
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