Mighty Missouri Relay
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Mighty Missouri Relay
The Mighty Missouri Relay is a team and solo running event held on April 17, 2027, using the MKT and Katy Trail between Columbia and Boonville, Missouri. The main route covers 33 miles of mostly flat rails-to-trails surface from Flat Branch Park in Columbia to Boonville and is divided into eight sections. Section lengths vary, with the shortest about 2 miles and the longest about 7.4 miles. Relay team size ranges from two to eight members; teams pass a group slap stick bracelet among active runners and any team member may run any number of sections. Solo runners may use an out-and-back option from Flat Branch Park.
The event includes music and festivities at several stations such as Rocheport and Franklin, and all teams reunite at the finish in Boonville for an evening gathering and nearby overnight accommodations. The Betsy Farris Run takes place on the same date and start location and offers additional course options including a 5k, 10k, and half marathon.
Organizers provide participant shirts, finisher socks, a post-run drink, and chipped timing for individual results. The format emphasizes a shared, team-based experience along a multi-stop course on established trails. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
