Grit & Grace Trail Race
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Event Overview
The Grit & Grace Trail Race takes place at Camp GuilRock, a 210-acre retreat located in Reidsville, North Carolina. The event features two distinct formats held on a loop course consisting of grassy trails, gravel roads, single-track sections, and forest roads. The terrain is characterized by gentle rolling sections and flat stretches.
The available event distances and categories include:
- 12-Hour Trail Race: An individual endurance event where participants complete as many laps as possible within the time limit.
- 6-Hour Ruck: A weighted race where scoring is based on the weight carried multiplied by the distance covered per lap.
Course Details
The primary course is approximately a 3-mile loop. Participants reverse direction every three hours to change the perspective of the trail. During the final hour of each event, a shorter 1.25-mile loop is utilized to allow participants to accumulate additional mileage before the time limit expires. Since the race occurs in February, participants in the 12-hour event are required to carry a light source, such as a headlamp or flashlight.
Logistics and Facilities
The event is staged at an indoor pavilion and includes a well-stocked aid station at the start line providing water and electrolyte drinks. A firepit is maintained throughout the duration of the race for participants and spectators. Camping is available on-site for those who wish to stay at the venue.
Race progress is tracked using a "Race Passport" system, where staff stamp each participant's passport upon the completion of a lap. For the 12-hour event, dogs are permitted to accompany runners on the course. All participants receive a finisher's award that indicates their total achieved distance or weighted score. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
