Apu Bog & Forest Run
About this race
Get ready for some fall time fun with APU Nordic Ski Center as we host a community fun run through the trails and bogs of Alaska Pacific University! Led by APU Nordic Ski Center Elite Team & Olympians, this run will test your mud tromping ability and adventurous spirit as you traverse through the Mahaffey trails!
We are happy to keep this run is free for the community! We appreciate donations which help to cover hard costs for APU Nordic to host! Please consider a donation today.
Join fellow runners on September 16, 2023 for the Apu Bog & Forest Run. It's a fantastic 5K, 3.3K, 3K featuring a flat and fast course in Anchorage.
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Running
5k Bog Run
Run through the mud and for a chance to win Muddiest Runner!
5k Forest Run
Don't want to get dirty? Run a loop through the historic Jim Mahaffey trail system and stay dry!
3k Bog Run
A shorter but still muddy option for those looking to test their skills in the swamp. This event will start after the 5k races and will not be timed.
3k Forest Run
The shorter and drier option for those who forget their towel! This event will start after the 5k races and will not be timed.
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Anchorage in 2023, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Anchorage
Apu Bog & Forest Run takes place in Anchorage, Alaska, United States. The local timezone is America/Anchorage.
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