John Wayne Grit Series - Jackson Hole
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John Wayne Grit Series - Jackson Hole
This trail running event takes place at Turpin Meadow Ranch in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, at the gateway to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. The courses use rugged dirt roads and single-track trails through forested terrain in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, with views of the Grand Tetons and the Buffalo Fork River. The event benefits the John Wayne Cancer Foundation; the stated fundraising goal is $80,000 and the page shows 64% progress toward that goal.
Race distances:
- 30K
- Half Marathon
- 8K
Participants receive a John Wayne Grit Series shirt and a finisher mug; bibs are picked up at packet pickup and finisher items are distributed at the finish line. The event is cupless: runners should bring a hydration pack or handheld water bottle with a large opening for refill at aid stations; filled water bottles will be available for finishers. A complimentary Nathan water cup is available at the event expo or start area.
Bear spray is mandatory for participants and cannot be transported on commercial airplanes; it can be bought or rented in Jackson, WY. Organizers note a rental discount for Grit Series runners with a 48 hour minimum rental.
Event-weekend activities at Red Cliffs Lodge include a ticketed dinner and movie premiere, a free community event with music and food trucks, and a post-race Grit Down / Burger Bash with food, beverage tastings, live music, and a meet and greet. There is a race component with podium medals and prizes for top male and female finishers in each course, totaling 18 podium awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.