Thunder Chicken Squatch
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About the race
The Thunder Chicken Squatch Trail Jamboree on August 22, 2027 is a trail running and rucking event at Stokes State Forest, Branchville, New Jersey (1 Coursen Road). The program includes multiple course options and special entry types.
Distances and options:
- 5K
- 10K
- 10K Ruck (ruck division of the 10K)
- 17 Miles
Entry fees and registration windows vary by event. Typical registration opens August 11, 2026 and most events close registration July 31, 2027. The Charity Bib opens October 22, 2026 and closes August 18, 2027. The Hardship Entry closes August 21, 2027. Listed fees include $35 for the 5K, $45 for the 10K and 10K Ruck, $70 for the 17 Miler, and $0 for the Hardship Entry. The Charity Bib fee is $45 and carries a fundraising goal of $300 due three days before the race; if the goal is not met participants must pay the difference to compete.
The 10K ruck division allows participants to choose their carried weight; ruck participants receive a Ruck Patch and there are no official awards for that division. Active duty military, National Guard, reserves, and veterans receive a 50% entry discount using the code THUNDERCHICKEN and will be recognized at the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
