Trail Run in Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve hosted by Patagonia + Read & Run

24205 West Cuba Road,Deer Park IL 60010

13 November, 2022

Description

Patagonia and Read & Run Chicago are teaming up again to bring another public transit-accessible trail run inspired by Lindsay Welbers’ Chicago Transit Hikes as part of Read & Run Chicago’s ongoing series! On this 3-mile guided trail run over marshes and oak forest landscapes in Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve, runners will glimpse a unique dry-hill prairie, see the progress of native species restoration and replanting of over 80,000 trees, and travel over a picturesque boardwalk. After the run, hear some Chicagoland grocery store history relevant to the park and enjoy snacks and a chance to win Patagonia swag with a donation to The Wetlands Initiative. Here’s what you need to know: MEET UP: Meet at 11am on Sunday, November 13 at the northeast corner of Citizen’s Park (where Citizen’s Park opens to the Cuba Marsh Forest Preserve trail). PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS: Take the Union Pacific Northwest Metra Line from Chicago OTC station at 9:30am to the Barrington station (Google Maps link here) arriving at 10:32am. Bike, Walk, or Run the 1.2 miles from the station to the starting location. For the return trip, we recommend the 1:18pm train from Barrington to Chicago OTC. Bikes are allowed on both trains. ROUTES & LENGTHS: This event will provide an easy-paced (~11:00min/mile) 3-mile guided run through Cuba Marsh. OPTIONAL READING: It is optional to read Welbers’ book prior to this run. We encourage you to borrow a copy from your local branch of the Chicago Public Library (here's how to get a card if you don't have one). If you prefer to purchase the book, please order directly from Belt Publishing using this link. POST-RUN: Enjoy complimentary snacks and water and enter into a donation-based chance to win Patagonia swag. After the event ends, we encourage runners to continue exploring Citizen’s Park (check out the tree house!), Barrington’s history and architecture, or heading to nearby Deer Grove Forest Preserve for more trails. All registered runners will receive email updates two days and four hours prior to the run. We will run rain or shine so long as it is safe. About Read & Run Chicago: Read & Run Chicago is the city's first and only running tour organization with routes built by stories! Our free running tours and book club runs are inspired by books set in Chicago, written by local authors. We connect runners and authors to run with purpose, explore thoughtfully, and bring books to life! Read & Run Chicago is queer woman-founded and operated. All bodies, paces, and walks of life all welcome. We've been featured in various media outlets including Runner's World, WGN Radio, Block Club Chicago, and more. Stay in touch: Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://www.readandrunchicago.com/contact-usFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/readandrunchicago/?hl=enWAIVER By registering for this run, I acknowledge that Read & Run Chicago is not responsible for any personal harm endured by participants. I am aware that this run, in addition to the usual dangers and risks inherent, has certain additional dangers and risks, some of which include: physical exertion for which I may not be prepared and weather extremes subject to sudden and unexpected change. I accept all the inherent risks of the proposed route and the possibility of personal injury, death or property damage or loss resulting there from. I agree that if I suffer injury or illness Read & Run Chicago can, at my cost, arrange any medical treatment and emergency evacuation service as it or they deem necessary for my health and safety.I agree to have my photograph taken at the run to be used on social media and Read & Run Chicago's website.By reserving the ticket(s), I affirm that I have fully understood and agree to these Terms and Conditions, Waiver and Release of Liability.