Seamus O’Possum 30K

The Seamus O’Possum 30K course is beautiful with a great variety of terrain and views. As you might expect from a trail race there are many roots, rocks, rolling hills, and the potential for mud, rain, snow, ice. Despite this, the race has a forgiving surface and is considered to be less intense and technical than some other trail races in our region. For this reason we think that this course is ideal for an experienced marathoner who wishes to go for a fast time or for a 10K or half marathon runner who seeks to set a new personal record for their longest run ever, in a setting that will allow them to enjoy their experience. These races also might serve as outstanding “training races” for the Playin’ Possum 50K which will be held on many of these same trails in May! Because of the generous time allowances it is also a good event for someone seeking to fast-hike either of the distances.

Most of the race is run through beautiful single-track trail through a deep woods with frequent views of Delaware Reservoir. The trail is rolling and potentially muddy but it is non-technical enough to allow a runner to appreciate their surroundings as they move through an area that was a farming community 30 years ago before the land was restored. An astute runner will be able to see signs of old hedgerows, bases of buildings, barb-wire fencing posts and abandoned farm roads, but only if you look closely. The northernmost part of the course travels through a nationally known bird sanctuary before the runners turn and head for home.

The 10 Mile Race, will largely be run on the same trails used for the Thirty Kilometer race.

PLEASE NOTE: The race directors reserve the right to adjust this course if asked to do so by ODNR or State Park officials, or to otherwise enhance runner safety in the event of severe flooding or very inclement weather, but please expect SOME mud, ice, and other nastiness we all LOVE about trail races!

There will be fully functioning aid stations on the course that, because of the out-and-back nature of the course, will be available to the runners approximately every 4 miles. There will also be a fully-stocked aid station at the start/finish area. All Aid stations will have water, pretzels, potato chips, cookies, candy, soda, and electrolyte nutrition products. In an effort to minimize trash and waste, all participants are encouraged to carry a water bottle. Runners may not accept any aid from anyone (crew, family, friend, moving vehicle, bicycle,) beyond 200 feet of an Aid Station.

A post race party will be held at Stass’ Brewery, Delaware’s BEST Brew Pub! It is St. Patrick’s Day weekend after all! Head on over there after the race, beginning at 11am, for free chili, soup, bread, snacks, and soft drinks. The bar will be serving so you also might choose to bring a few dollars and sample one of their fine microbrews, including “Avoid The Road Red” – a brew concocted in our honor!