Elsa Chicken Plucker Backyard Ultra
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Event Overview
The Elsa Chicken Plucker Backyard Ultra takes place at Willenborg Woods in Charleston, Illinois. This event is held on a property encompassing 149 acres of maintained trails, including single-track sections, groomed grass paths, and country roads. The race is a Bronze Ticket event, providing a qualification opportunity for the Big Dog's Backyard Ultra World Championship.
Course Details
Participants run a loop measuring 4.167 miles every hour. The course features different configurations depending on the time of day:
- Day Loop: Utilizes single-track trails and groomed grass paths through the woods.
- Night Loop: Consists of grass trails and country roads.
- Tunnel of Trees: A specific forested section of the course situated between loops.
Rules and Format
Following the standard backyard ultra format, runners must complete the loop within the one-hour time limit to remain in the competition. Those who fail to start the next loop on time are eliminated. The event continues until only one runner remains to complete a solo loop.
Each participant is permitted one support person to act as crew. Specific safety requirements include the use of reflective gear for any night segments. The property features riverside views and ridge-top sections throughout the trail network. The event focuses on community and endurance within a natural woodland setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
