Texas Canyon Trail Run

🏃‍♂️ Texas Canyon Trail Run

The Amerind Museum presents the 12th Annual Texas Canyon Trail Run. Run or walk the scenic 5K or 10K courses in this awe-inspiring region. Texas Canyon is marked by spectacular rock formations, including balancing boulders, and trails crisscrossing through open fields of yucca, ocotillo, a variety of cacti, and scattered trees that dot the terrain. Participation in the event enables Amerind to further its mission of fostering and promoting knowledge and understanding of the Native Peoples of the Americas through research, education, conservation, and community engagement.

In a culture of running, it is no surprise that many Native communities have ways of encouraging runners along their path. Among the O'odham of Arizona and Sonora, singing is important at all community events and celebrations. At the Texas Canyon Trail Run, Amerind is honored to welcome the No:lic Traditional Singers and Dancers. They are from the community of No:lic on the Tohono O'odham Nation. Most of their singers belong to a multi-generational family that values their ancient singing and dance traditions. On March 22, they will sing traditional O'odham songs in their Native language to encourage the trail runners along their way.

📅 Event Details and Schedule

• Location: The race will be held entirely within Texas Canyon on the Amerind Museum property.
• Course: Experience trail running at its best on a course that takes you through spectacular Texas Canyon.
• Water Stations: We have three water stations on the course. Please carry additional water if needed.
• Start Times: The Texas Canyon Trail Run starts at 9:00 for the 10K division and 9:20 for the 5K.

Packet pick-up is on race day starting at 7:30 am. Race-day registration is available ONLINE only until 8:50 for the 10K and 9:10 for the 5K. Please remember no dogs and no headsets, in compliance with our insurance requirements---- you will want to be “in the moment” anyway. Also, please comply with our no-smoking policy.

🏅 Finish Line Celebration and Awards

• Awards Ceremony: Once you have completed the race, please stay for the Awards Ceremony at 11:00 am.
• Prizes: Overall male and female winners of the 5K and 10K will receive a piece of Native American art in addition to their medals.
• Food Vendors: After the awards ceremony, grab a bite to eat from one of the food vendors.
• Museum Entry: Your race registration includes free entry into the Amerind Museum and Art Gallery.

Simply show your bib number or free guest passes to the admissions desk to take advantage of this offer. We hope to see you Saturday, March 22nd!

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For more information, visit the official race page: Texas Canyon Trail Run.