Thanks Sandy

Thanks Sandy

Thanks Sandy is a trail running event in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, organized by TYDISH Running and held at Kohler-Andrae State Park. The event is the second annual edition and features a 9 mile trail course with a total ascent of 509 feet and total descent of 485 feet.

The course uses a mix of surfaces: concrete paths, wide trails, shoreline sand, marsh, pine and prairie trails, a boardwalk section and beach running. Runners begin at the indoor shelter area, pass the playground and Woodland Dunes trail, cross campground sections to the shoreline (sand begins near mile 1.05), then continue past the dog exercise area (P2) and along Beach Park Lane to S. 12th St / Co. Rd. V. A shoulder path leads onto the Black River trail system for a loop, returning to P2. The cordwalk is about 1.45 miles and may have uneven or missing boards; the course then returns to the beach for roughly 0.75 miles before rejoining Woodland Dunes and finishing near the start. Course markings include ground utility flags, orange cones and tall five foot flags.

There is a three hour completion limit for the course. Aid on course is limited to one station in the Black River area offering water and an electrolyte drink. The event is cupless; participants must provide their own vessel. No alcohol is provided by the organizer. Entrants should be at least 16 years old unless an exception is approved.

Packet pick up is at the indoor shelter; the closest lot to the start and finish is Lot P7. Race day sign up is not available. Post run snacks and drinks will be provided with gluten free, vegan and meat options. Participants may make optional donations in set increments to support Kohler-Andrae State Park and a portion of event profits will go to the Friends of Kohler-Andrae State Park. Park entry requires a state park pass or payment at the gate. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.