Organizers in Carbon are daring the faint of heart to get a little muddy.
The Third Annual Carbon Mud Stomp is slated to go on June 27. This event is attracting adventure seekers from all over to come out and get a little dirty. Member of the organizing committee are hoping for a strong turnout
“Registration is getting there, we are hoping for a few more, but the show will go on,” Tiffany Gregory said. “We will do our best to make sure things are wet and muddy this year because Mother Nature is sure not doing her part. I never hoped for rain so much in my life!”
Last year the event attracted about 160 runners who took on the course. The event is for a good cause.
The event is raising money for the Fire Department, the Carbon Recreation Board and the Carbon Parent Advisory Committee for the school” she said. “All the funds are going to these groups.”
She says the event attracts about half of its competitors from out of town, and about half are home grown. It also takes a great volunteer effort to make the event a success.
“We have eight obstacles to mind, we have road blockages we need volunteer for, and a concession. We probably have more than 30 volunteers,” she said.
“Our community is helping to volunteer, getting the word out and making the run successful.”
The run itself is about a 5-kilometre course that includes obstacles such as mud, hills and a waterslide.
“We make a few little changes every year. This year we are going to incorporate more water, to get wetter and muddier sooner, if you will,” she chuckles
There is also a modified children’s course.
“They have a blast,” said Gregory
She is excited for the event.
“We are raising money for a great cause in a great community, “ said Gregory.
To register for the event, go to the Running Room’s events web page.
