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Join us on Wednesday, April 15th at 7:00 PM ET for our free webinar on Mental Strategies for Smarter Running. In this webinar, The Trail Therapist Sarah Strong, LCSW, will explore practical strategies to enhance your trail performance, including how to manage distractions, engage in complex thinking while on the trail, and apply mental skills to your training. You will also walk through a sample training plan, using a couple of techniques at a time, integrating mind-body connection, and scaling exercises to assess effectiveness. This webinar is ideal for trail runners looking to develop actionable strategies and practice them ahead of future runs!

Join us on Wednesday, March 25th at 7:00 PM ET for our free webinar on Mind/Body Connection for Trail Runners. In this webinar, The Trail Therapist Sarah Strong, LCSW, will guide you through practices to strengthen the connection between your mind and body, including mindfulness techniques, breathwork, and strategies for scaling your efforts safely and effectively. This webinar is designed for trail runners of all levels who want to improve focus, endurance, and overall well-being on and off the trails. Tune in live on the Sassquad YouTube channel and learn tools to enhance your trail experience through greater mind-body awareness.

Join us on Friday, April 10 at 6pm for a special webinar led by Becca Howe-Parisio, Environmental Educator at Minnewaska State Preserve. Becca will provide an in-depth look at the fragile ecosystem of the Gunks, offering valuable insights into the unique natural features of the Shawangunks. The webinar will be livestreamed on our YouTube Channel. This chat is required for participants of the Squatchywaska Mountainfest 25K/10M (the recording will be available if you cannot watch the livestream), but will also be an invaluable experience for anyone interested in learning more about the spectacular region of the Shawangunks in New York State. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your connection to this beautiful and ecologically important area!

Join us on March 18 at 7 PM for a free webinar with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Dr. Colleen Drahos ! This session will cover how to return to the trails safely, rebuild strength, prevent injury, and understand the unique needs of postpartum trail runners. Whether you’re newly postpartum or years into your parenting journey, you’ll walk away with practical guidance to support your running goals.

Squatchapple Pre-Race Announcements and Q&A

Join us on Wednesday, January 21st at 7:00 PM ET for our free webinar on Goal Setting for 2026. In this webinar, The Trail Therapist Sarah Strong, LCSW, will guide you in connecting to your “why” to uncover the deeper motivation behind your goals and help you identify your values so that your 2026 goals reflect what matters most. This webinar is perfect for trail runners, outdoor enthusiasts, or anyone looking to set meaningful and achievable goals for the year ahead. Tune in live on the Sassquad YouTube channel and start 2026 with clarity, focus, and purpose! Learn more about Sarah: https://www.fireweedcounselingllc.com/

In this episode, we sit down with Charlie Gadol for a thoughtful conversation that spans medicine, writing, trails, race directing and the long arc of a life shaped by curiosity and service. Charlie is a pathologist, recently retired after working in the field since 1988. A 1979 graduate of Yale College and a 1984 graduate of UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School, his professional path also includes a degree in English from Rutgers and a master’s in writing and literature from Bennington, reflecting a lifelong engagement with both science and storytelling. An avid hiker and trail runner, Charlie has become a cornerstone of the Catskills trail running and preservation community. He created and served as the race director for two iconic Catskills events, the 54-mile Manitou’s Revenge Ultramarathon and the Cat’s Tail Trail Marathon, and also directed the Sterling Furnace Race and the Pocantico Hill Marathon & Half Marathon, both fundraisers supporting the New York New Jersey Trail Conference. He is the Catskill Long Path Trail Chair and serves on the Board of Run Wild, Inc., where he is co-chair of the Advancement Committee, chair of the Policy Council, and a member of the Nominating and Strategic Planning committees. We talk about how Charlie’s careers in medicine and writing have shaped his approach to endurance, leadership, and community building, and the responsibility that comes with stewarding trails and races. This chat explores what it means to give back to the places and communities that give us so much in return! https://www.nynjtc.org/ https://www.runwildhv.org/ https://www.manitousrevengeultra.com/ https://pocanticohillsmarathon.com/ https://www.catstailmarathon.com/ https://www.nynjtc.org/long-path/

In this episode, we sit down with Yolanda "Yo" Lopez Haugabook, co-founder of Sin Miedo Trail Runners, a BIPOC-led movement that is changing the face of trail running. Sin Miedo, which means fearless, is all about creating safe and inclusive spaces where runners of color can reclaim the outdoors and run free. We dive into the story behind the movement, the challenges of navigating spaces that have historically lacked diversity, and the importance of community, representation, and belonging. Yo shares her personal experiences, lessons learned, and the vision for a trail running world that is welcoming to everyone. This conversation is for anyone who loves the trails, believes in equity, or wants to understand how courage and community can transform outdoor spaces.

Join us for a Sassquad Ask Us Anything! We’ll be answering your questions about upcoming races, trail running tips, community events, and all things Squatchy. Whether you’re a first-time participant or a long-time Squatcher, we love chatting with you about the trails that bring us together.

Let’s talk about what really happens to our bodies during perimenopause and how nutrition can support us through the changes. Join us for a conversation with registered dietitian Dina Griffin, The Nutrition Mechanic, as we dive into the science and strategies of fueling during perimenopause. This recording is the replay of our webinar is on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. You can learn more about Dina Griffin and her nutrition coaching services by visiting her website: https://nutritionmechanic.com/

Big Bear SquaTCh South 13.1M/10K Pre-Race Announcements for October 19, 2025!

In this episode, host LMani Viney sits down with Matty Klein and Dougie Wilson, the legendary aid station captains who have been leading the aid station at Wild Goose since day one. Both Matty and Dougie are extremely experienced ultrarunners, having completed countless 100M and 200M events, and they share behind-the-scenes insights on supporting runners through the toughest moments on the trail. The episode wraps up with LMani finishing the pre-submitted runner stories from the 100M and 36H, highlighting the passion, perseverance, and personal “whys” that make the Wild Goose community so special. This live stream was hosted by our Sassquaders LMani Viney and Shai Ben-Dor, who brought the Trail Party vibes to the airwaves all weekend long. Big thanks to them for capturing these incredible conversations and moments! Registration for the ⁠⁠⁠2026 Wild Goose Trail Festival⁠⁠⁠ is now open; don’t miss your chance to join the flock next year!

In this episode, host LMani Viney interviews Penny Williams of Trappe, Maryland, who took on the Wild Goose 100 Miler. Penny shares her race experience and her remarkable decades-long history of running. At 74 years old, she was the most senior Squatch in the 100M field, proving that the Trail Party spirit has no age limit. This live stream was hosted by our Sassquaders LMani Viney and Shai Ben-Dor, who brought the Trail Party vibes to the airwaves all weekend long. Big thanks to them for capturing these incredible conversations and moments! Registration for the ⁠⁠⁠2026 Wild Goose Trail Festival⁠⁠⁠ is now open; don’t miss your chance to join the flock next year!

In this episode, host LMani Viney interviews Vanessa Kline of Hainesport, NJ, the female winner of the Wild Goose 100 Miler. Vanessa set a new course record of 26:06:32, and she also shares her perspective as owner of Beast Coast Pacing and Race Director of Beast Coast Productions. This live stream was hosted by our Sassquaders LMani Viney and Shai Ben-Dor, who brought the Trail Party vibes to the airwaves all weekend long. Big thanks to them for capturing these incredible conversations and moments! Registration for the ⁠⁠⁠2026 Wild Goose Trail Festival⁠⁠⁠ is now open; don’t miss your chance to join the flock next year!

In this episode, host LMani Viney interviews Sassquader Mr. Jeffrey Bock, the teacher who founded the Hackensack Middle School Happy Feet Running Club, along with Luna Espana, one of the club’s athletes who set a new distance PR of 10K at the Wild Goose Trail Festival. They share their experiences, the joy of running as a team, and what it means to introduce kids to the trails and trail running community. Thanks to the generosity of the Sassquad community donating to the Squatch Kids Trail Fund, all Happy Feet kids are able to participate in the race free of charge, making these experiences accessible to every young runner. This live stream was hosted by our Sassquaders LMani Viney and Shai Ben-Dor, who brought the Trail Party vibes to the airwaves all weekend long. Big thanks to them for capturing these incredible conversations and moments! Registration for the ⁠⁠⁠2026 Wild Goose Trail Festival⁠⁠⁠ is now open; don’t miss your chance to join the flock next year!