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Blue Heron Hundreds

Mooresville, United States • 29-30 Mar 2025

The Blue Heron Hundreds is a premier running event taking place at the Wheeler Wildlife Refuge in Mooresville, Alabama, featuring a variety of distances including 100 miles, 100K, 40 miles, and a marathon. Scheduled for March 29-30, 2025, this event not only offers a challenging course on soft gravel and dirt roads but also supports conservation efforts, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Wheeler Wildlife Refuge Association. Participants can enjoy the scenic beauty of the refuge, home to diverse wildlife, including the great blue heron. The event also includes shorter races, the Singing River 10K and 5K, for those seeking a less intense challenge. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Alabama Mooresville

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100 mi

100 Mile

100 km

100k

40 mi

40 Miler

26 mi

Marathon

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Saturday Mar 29

Singing River 10k

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