About This Event:
The Kal-Haven Trail Run is a well-respected event that offers a competitive ultra-run and allows participants from all fitness levels to be involved as a solo runner, 2-person relay, or 3-6 person relay team. Challenging trail runs are empowering and uniquely satisfying to all of those that participate. The KAR Kal-Haven Ultra Run will be held on the Kal-Haven Trail State Park, offering a scenic run from Kalamazoo to Bloomingdale and back. This year is unique because the trail is closed from Bloomingdale to South Haven, so it is an “out and back” run with a celebration in Bloomingdale as a turn-around point. The six aid stations provide hydration and snacks that are designed to address runner sustenance needs based on their run distance. These stations also provide runners with relay points and unique rejuvenation; while also supporting an opportunity for “fans” to support them. For the first time this year, the event will feature expo booths to connect runners to industry partners who showcase their runner and health products. It’s a day that is sure to be challenging, yet fun. The scenic route as an out and back makes for a predictable run where the runners can run on autopilot and not have to focus on where to turn along the course. Unique this year, runners will be able to cheer on other runners as they turn around and head back.

Website: http://kalhaventrailrun.wordpress.com/

Important Dates & Times:

Sunday, April 14, 2024

Solo Runners – 7:00 AM Start Time

2 Person Teams – 7:15 AM Start Time

3 to 6 Person Teams – 7:30 AM Start Time

Registration:
Payment must be made when you register - there will be NO payment accepted at packet pick-up or race day.

As well, there is no paper registrations. If you are planning to register day of, please bring a device that you can register on.

Registration Fees:

Advanced online registration closes April 12th Solo Registration - $702 Person Team Registration - $50 per team member3 to 6 Person Team Registration - $40 per team member Late/ Day-Of REGISTRATION AVAILABLE Solo Registration - $802 Person Team Registration - $60 per team member3 to 6 Person Team Registration - $50 per team member

Packet Pickup

Saturday, April 13th - 12 to 4 pm @ KELC Events, 1417 S. Burdick Street, Kalamazoo 49001

Saturday, April 14th (Race Morning) from 6:00 am – 7:15 am @ Kal-Haven Trail on 10th Street (where the race starts)

Event Information:

Solo Runners – 7:00 am start

Kalamazoo to Bloomingdale back to Kalamazoo, MI 33.5 milesDriving directions from start to finish line http://g.co/maps/etxcsSolo runners may have up to 3 drop bags

2 Person Teams – 7:15 am start

Kalamazoo to Bloomingdale back to Kalamazoo - Driving directions https://goo.gl/maps/LYtXTvQ4PMEX5ujDA Team member substitutions: The team captain may make changes to their teams online up to midnight on 03/31/24

3 to 6 Person Teams – 7:30 am start

Teams with fewer than 6 runners are still required to complete each leg as detailed below. 10th Street to 6th Street –Driving directions https://goo.gl/maps/B7BBtcxtbU9cXLcCA6th Street to Kendall – Driving directions https://goo.gl/maps/chTM48p5Tm5GgHHm9Kendall to Bloomingdale – Driving directions https://goo.gl/maps/N3cdurhjsmiFejPj8 Note – all distances are provided by the Michigan Department of Natural ResourcesTeam member substitutions: The team captain may make changes to their teams online up to midnight on 03/31/2024.

The Fine Print

All registrations are final, no refunds or deferments will be given.To guarantee a t-shirt, registration must be received by March 31, 2024. IF YOU ORDER AFTER MARCH 31st, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A ZIP-UP. Important note for 3 to 6 person COED relay teams A coed 3-4 person team must have a minimum of one female runnerA coed 5-6 person team must have a minimum of two female runners Team member substitutions: The team captain may make changes to their teams online up to midnight on 03/31/23.

This year's apparel:

To receive a t-shirt, registration must be received by March 31, 2024. IF YOU ORDER AFTER MARCH 31ST, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE A ZIP-UP.

Awards:

All finishers will receive a finisher medalAwards for each event will be broken down to 5 year age groups, and will have awards for Male, Female, and Non-Binary Solo event2 Person Relay (overall only)3 to 6 Person Relay (overall only)