18 Northern Arizona Trail Runners head up Observatory Mesa, running an extra mile more than advertised! Throw in the puddle avoidance and it was a little over 9 miles, one of the farthest NATRA runs in years. While Observatory Tank had a little water left, the second tank was bare. However, the ground was super saturated and this proved to be the perfect training run for the August 9th Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flagstaff Half Marathon and 5K. (see the short YouTube clip below!)
Avoiding the Urban Trail Hill!
Cutting over to the Urban Trail on the Flagstaff Loop Trail.
Joyous puddles!
Clouds building over the Peaks as we returned from the meadow.
Once all returned we rehydrated at the
KickStand, many skipping coffee in favor of the daily special; frozen
lemonade! Once again Ellie kept us all entertained with her cheery
laughter! The run next week is cancelled in favor of the Hearts 911 Mount Elden Trail Race.
Ellie entertains all at the Kickstand.
