We will continue following the COVID-19 guidelines shown below as long as necessary. Please read over the procedures listed below.
Southeastern Trail Runs 2020 Races
Lake Martin 100 - March 28 - Cancelled due to COVID-19
Virtual SAM Race (For Smile-A-Mile) May 8, 9 or 10 - 10K, 50K, 12 Hour Run Forest Run Virtual 717 Race - May23rd - 717 Miles over 140.7 Days *Memorial Day Weekend Race - May 23 - 6 & 12 Mile *Run for Kids Challenge - June 13th - Shoal Creek Park, Montevallo - Change *Tranquility Lake Trail Race - June 27 - 3 or 6 Mile Race - Date Change *Hotter 'N Hell Trail Race - July 18 - 9 & 18 Mile Trail Race *Ridge to Blazing Ridge - August 22 - 10 & 20 Mile Trail Race Endless Mile - October 16 thru 18 - 6, 12, 24 or 48 Hour Race BOO Run for Down Syndrome - Oct 24 - 10K, 5K & 1 mile Blood Rock 100 & 50 Mile - Dec 4 Thru 6 - 50 & 100 Mile *Blood Rock 50 & 25K Races - Dec 5 - 25 & 50K * Southeastern Trail Series Race Printable Registration Form |
YouTube video - 2019 Year in Review
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For 2020 we had a new event, the Chelsea to Children's Harbor 100.
This event was a bit different. On May 30th I ran 100 miles to Children's Harbor on Lake Martin. Any of you that have run the Lake Martin 100, 50 or 27 will recognize the name as the location of Harbor Lodge and pre-race activities. The purpose of the run was to raise money for Smile-A-Mile, the beneficiary of proceeds from our Run for Kids Challenge. I was accompanied by an awesome bunch of Paloma Blanca's (Paloma Blanca Running.) Along with my wife, Marye Jo, they kept a rolling aid station set up about every 5 to 9 miles, all day and all night. They also made sure there was a runner with me all the time. It was a blast! We made close to
Here is the link to the "Chelsea to Children's Harbor 100 Run for SAM" and the Smile-A-Mile's Website
Here is the link to the "Chelsea to Children's Harbor 100 Run for SAM" and the Smile-A-Mile's Website
COVID-19 General Guidelines for upcoming STR Races
Specific Guidelines will be sent out to all runners prior to each 2020 race.
Race Registration at - Start/Finish - for Runners that did not Preregister
1. If possible, register at Mountain High Outfitter Friday afternoon at the Summit (4:30 to 6 PM for all races except Endless Mile and Blood Rock.)
2. Please print the online registration form and bring it with you. Fill it out at home.
3. We will have a “flagged off” section to line up along during registration and packet pickup.
4. There will be two lines. One for “Preregistered Runners,” one for those registering at the race.
5. Keep social distance while in line. (stay 6 Feet away from the person in front of you)
6. We will Post instructions on proper registration procedures.
7. Do not enter the pavilion during registration.
Race Procedures **** You MUST read this section****
1. We will require all runners to maintain "Social Distancing" at the start.
2. The "Short Distance Runners" will receive the lower number bib (as an example, 401 to 500)
3. The "Long Distance Runners" will receive higher bub numbers (501 to 600)
4. Bib numbers are assigned based on Ultrasignup Ranking within your bib # group. If you are not ranked you will receive a higher number bib.
5. If you register during late registration Friday or at the race Saturday, you will receive a higher bib#.
6. Position yourself at the start based on both your bib # and your speed. As an example, 401 to 410 and 501 to 510 should be up front.
7. However, if you have a high bib number within your bib # group, Bib 564 for example, and you are very fast, start near, or at or the front. The point is to minimize passing on the trails.
8. 10 minutes before race start, come up near the start/finish pavilion for a short briefing. (Maintain Social Distancing)
9. Everyone will line up in the field adjacent to the pavilion or in the road, one to two minutes before the start.
10. At Redbud Pavilion we will use the large field to the left side of the pavilion, (facing the pavilion from Tranquility Rd)
There is room for 8 or 10 runners to line up across the start. Spread out!
11. Starts at Cedar Pavilion, runners will line up in the road before the start.
12. Runners will not pass through the arch at the start.
Remember, it is not critical that you start in the exact order of your bib. Get in line based your speed.
Running the Race on Single Track Trails
1. Start positions are based on estimated speed. Everyone will likely have to pass some slower runners during the race.
2. If you need to pass a slower runner, please ask the person in front to allow you to pass.
3. If a runner comes up behind you, ask if they would like to pass.
4. The person being overtaken should step off the trail to allow the faster runner to pass.
5. Be courteous and safe. (If you are in a race for the lead, rules 2 through 4 do not apply)
Running races on wide double track trails or wide running paths
1. Stay to one side so faster runners can pass.
2. Do not run in groups blocking the trail preventing faster runners from passing at a safe distance.
Aid Station Procedures ****Must Read*****
(This is for our standard one and two lap races - Tranquility Lake 3 & 6, Hotter 'N Hell 9 & 18, etc.
A. The Short Distance runners will not use the aid station at all. Please stay away from the aid station. There are drinks and food in the pavilion for all finishing runners.
B. The long race runners will pass though the Start/Finish aid station at the end of the first lap. Please follow these guidelines.
C. We will provide water and Tailwind before the start IF POSSIBLE! It might be wise to fill your water bottle at home.
The best and safest option for an aid station.
1. Your best option is bringing your own food and drink to the race.
2. Setup a personal aid station. There is plenty of room around the start/finish. DO NOT leave your supplies in the pavilion.
3. Or, Carry enough supplies with you for the entire race.
If you plan to use the aid station.
1. We will have food and water on a table behind aid station volunteers.
2. A second table will be setup in front. This is where runners will pick up supplies.
3. Tell the aid station volunteer what you need, they will place it on the front table in front for you to pick up.
4. Do not touch anything on the back table or enter the pavilion or aid station area.
5. Water – We will place cups on the table for you to fill you own bottle or hydration pack.
6. Do not hand your bottle or hydration pack to a volunteer. They are not allowed to handle your bottle or pack.
7. Tailwind – If you want Tailwind, same as above. We will place a cup on the table for you.
8. *** DO NOT place your used cup or food container back on the table. Throw it in the recycle container next to the table. ***
9. All aid station volunteers will be wearing masks and gloves.
The Cookout to Follow
1. Logan Cook will be preparing food for most 2020 races. The area around the grills will be cordoned off.
2. A volunteer will take your order and put the food on a plate.
3. Tell the volunteer what you need, how much, condiments needed, and if you need silverware.
4. The plate will be placed on the table for you to pick up.
5. Drinks will be in coolers within the cordoned off area. Ask for what you need.
6. Line up for food along the same flagging used for registration.
7. Maintain the 6 foot social distance guidelines.
8. A few runners will be allowed in the pavilion to eat but safe distance must be maintained.
9. For safety we suggest taking your food outside or to your car.
10. If the weather is nice, we will move some tables out under the trees.
11. We will post instructions at the pavilion.
Race Registration at - Start/Finish - for Runners that did not Preregister
1. If possible, register at Mountain High Outfitter Friday afternoon at the Summit (4:30 to 6 PM for all races except Endless Mile and Blood Rock.)
2. Please print the online registration form and bring it with you. Fill it out at home.
3. We will have a “flagged off” section to line up along during registration and packet pickup.
4. There will be two lines. One for “Preregistered Runners,” one for those registering at the race.
5. Keep social distance while in line. (stay 6 Feet away from the person in front of you)
6. We will Post instructions on proper registration procedures.
7. Do not enter the pavilion during registration.
Race Procedures **** You MUST read this section****
1. We will require all runners to maintain "Social Distancing" at the start.
2. The "Short Distance Runners" will receive the lower number bib (as an example, 401 to 500)
3. The "Long Distance Runners" will receive higher bub numbers (501 to 600)
4. Bib numbers are assigned based on Ultrasignup Ranking within your bib # group. If you are not ranked you will receive a higher number bib.
5. If you register during late registration Friday or at the race Saturday, you will receive a higher bib#.
6. Position yourself at the start based on both your bib # and your speed. As an example, 401 to 410 and 501 to 510 should be up front.
7. However, if you have a high bib number within your bib # group, Bib 564 for example, and you are very fast, start near, or at or the front. The point is to minimize passing on the trails.
8. 10 minutes before race start, come up near the start/finish pavilion for a short briefing. (Maintain Social Distancing)
9. Everyone will line up in the field adjacent to the pavilion or in the road, one to two minutes before the start.
10. At Redbud Pavilion we will use the large field to the left side of the pavilion, (facing the pavilion from Tranquility Rd)
There is room for 8 or 10 runners to line up across the start. Spread out!
11. Starts at Cedar Pavilion, runners will line up in the road before the start.
12. Runners will not pass through the arch at the start.
Remember, it is not critical that you start in the exact order of your bib. Get in line based your speed.
Running the Race on Single Track Trails
1. Start positions are based on estimated speed. Everyone will likely have to pass some slower runners during the race.
2. If you need to pass a slower runner, please ask the person in front to allow you to pass.
3. If a runner comes up behind you, ask if they would like to pass.
4. The person being overtaken should step off the trail to allow the faster runner to pass.
5. Be courteous and safe. (If you are in a race for the lead, rules 2 through 4 do not apply)
Running races on wide double track trails or wide running paths
1. Stay to one side so faster runners can pass.
2. Do not run in groups blocking the trail preventing faster runners from passing at a safe distance.
Aid Station Procedures ****Must Read*****
(This is for our standard one and two lap races - Tranquility Lake 3 & 6, Hotter 'N Hell 9 & 18, etc.
A. The Short Distance runners will not use the aid station at all. Please stay away from the aid station. There are drinks and food in the pavilion for all finishing runners.
B. The long race runners will pass though the Start/Finish aid station at the end of the first lap. Please follow these guidelines.
C. We will provide water and Tailwind before the start IF POSSIBLE! It might be wise to fill your water bottle at home.
The best and safest option for an aid station.
1. Your best option is bringing your own food and drink to the race.
2. Setup a personal aid station. There is plenty of room around the start/finish. DO NOT leave your supplies in the pavilion.
3. Or, Carry enough supplies with you for the entire race.
If you plan to use the aid station.
1. We will have food and water on a table behind aid station volunteers.
2. A second table will be setup in front. This is where runners will pick up supplies.
3. Tell the aid station volunteer what you need, they will place it on the front table in front for you to pick up.
4. Do not touch anything on the back table or enter the pavilion or aid station area.
5. Water – We will place cups on the table for you to fill you own bottle or hydration pack.
6. Do not hand your bottle or hydration pack to a volunteer. They are not allowed to handle your bottle or pack.
7. Tailwind – If you want Tailwind, same as above. We will place a cup on the table for you.
8. *** DO NOT place your used cup or food container back on the table. Throw it in the recycle container next to the table. ***
9. All aid station volunteers will be wearing masks and gloves.
The Cookout to Follow
1. Logan Cook will be preparing food for most 2020 races. The area around the grills will be cordoned off.
2. A volunteer will take your order and put the food on a plate.
3. Tell the volunteer what you need, how much, condiments needed, and if you need silverware.
4. The plate will be placed on the table for you to pick up.
5. Drinks will be in coolers within the cordoned off area. Ask for what you need.
6. Line up for food along the same flagging used for registration.
7. Maintain the 6 foot social distance guidelines.
8. A few runners will be allowed in the pavilion to eat but safe distance must be maintained.
9. For safety we suggest taking your food outside or to your car.
10. If the weather is nice, we will move some tables out under the trees.
11. We will post instructions at the pavilion.
About the Southeastern Trail Series
Southeastern Trail Series, sponsored by Mountain High Outfitters, consists of six races, all right here in the Birmingham area. The series is designed for three purposes. First, to provide great races for everyone that enjoys trail running. Second, running the series races is a great training tool for major trail races such as Blood Rock 100 Mile, Lake Martin 100, or even the Leadville 100 and Western States 100. Finally, the series is designed to prepare runners to successfully run their first ultra. Each race will have at least two distance options, a short race, one lap of the course, and a long race, two laps. Each race in the series is longer and more difficult than the previous. Starting with the third race, the Memorial Day Race, we throw in a climb to the top of Double Oak Mountain. Run the long race, 12 miles, and you get to make the climb to the top twice. With the 4th and 5th races, Hotter 'N Hell in July and Ridge to Blazing Ridge in August we add a healthy dose of HOT! Hotter 'N Hell is significantly harder than the Memorial Day Race. Ridge to Blazing Ridge is very difficult race but it will totally prepare you for Blood Rock. The last race of the trail series is the Blood Rock 25 and 50K race and the Blood Rock 50 and 100 Mile race. The Blood Rock races are the most difficult race in the series. The BR 100 could affectionately be call "The Hardrock of the East!"
In addition to the 6 trail series races Southeastern Trial Runs also presents the Lake Martin 100 in March, The Endless Mile mid-October and the BOO Run for Down syndrome Alabama at the end of October.
Please support our local parks with your time and donations.
Southeastern Trail Series, sponsored by Mountain High Outfitters, consists of six races, all right here in the Birmingham area. The series is designed for three purposes. First, to provide great races for everyone that enjoys trail running. Second, running the series races is a great training tool for major trail races such as Blood Rock 100 Mile, Lake Martin 100, or even the Leadville 100 and Western States 100. Finally, the series is designed to prepare runners to successfully run their first ultra. Each race will have at least two distance options, a short race, one lap of the course, and a long race, two laps. Each race in the series is longer and more difficult than the previous. Starting with the third race, the Memorial Day Race, we throw in a climb to the top of Double Oak Mountain. Run the long race, 12 miles, and you get to make the climb to the top twice. With the 4th and 5th races, Hotter 'N Hell in July and Ridge to Blazing Ridge in August we add a healthy dose of HOT! Hotter 'N Hell is significantly harder than the Memorial Day Race. Ridge to Blazing Ridge is very difficult race but it will totally prepare you for Blood Rock. The last race of the trail series is the Blood Rock 25 and 50K race and the Blood Rock 50 and 100 Mile race. The Blood Rock races are the most difficult race in the series. The BR 100 could affectionately be call "The Hardrock of the East!"
In addition to the 6 trail series races Southeastern Trial Runs also presents the Lake Martin 100 in March, The Endless Mile mid-October and the BOO Run for Down syndrome Alabama at the end of October.
Please support our local parks with your time and donations.
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Southeastern Trail Runs - Rules for the "Trail"
1) All STR races will be run regardless of the weather. Check the forecast and come prepared.
2) All runners MUST carry water at all times in races when it is HOT and in races with especially long and difficult sections.
(Specifically, Hotter 'N Hell, Ridge to Blazing Ridge and Blood Rock.)
3) Headphones are OK. Please remove them when you enter an aid station and at the finish.
4) DO NOT LITTER. If you are caught throwing any trash on the course you will be immediately disqualified. If you leave an aid station with a cup, gel pack
or other packaged food, when finished, put the cup or wrapper in a pocket and carry it to the next aid station.
5) Please be polite all aid station volunteer. And, don't forget to thank them for giving up their day to help you get to the finish of the race.
6) Do not argue with the aid station captain. They rule the aid station and their word is LAW!
7) Dogs are not allowed to run with any registered runner during a race. If you want to run with your dog, wait until after the race starts and go run. Do not pass any runners on single track trails. Lake Martin and Blood Rock are excluded. For the safety of all, dogs are not allowed on these two course under any circumstances.
8) A government issued ID must be shown at packet pickup for all races. Runners MUST compete according to the age and gender indicated on this ID.
2) All runners MUST carry water at all times in races when it is HOT and in races with especially long and difficult sections.
(Specifically, Hotter 'N Hell, Ridge to Blazing Ridge and Blood Rock.)
3) Headphones are OK. Please remove them when you enter an aid station and at the finish.
4) DO NOT LITTER. If you are caught throwing any trash on the course you will be immediately disqualified. If you leave an aid station with a cup, gel pack
or other packaged food, when finished, put the cup or wrapper in a pocket and carry it to the next aid station.
5) Please be polite all aid station volunteer. And, don't forget to thank them for giving up their day to help you get to the finish of the race.
6) Do not argue with the aid station captain. They rule the aid station and their word is LAW!
7) Dogs are not allowed to run with any registered runner during a race. If you want to run with your dog, wait until after the race starts and go run. Do not pass any runners on single track trails. Lake Martin and Blood Rock are excluded. For the safety of all, dogs are not allowed on these two course under any circumstances.
8) A government issued ID must be shown at packet pickup for all races. Runners MUST compete according to the age and gender indicated on this ID.
The 2018 Southeastern Trail Series - The year in review.
Southeastern Trail Runs -
2018 Year in Review Video - Click on the image to view.
Pictures form the Awards Party for our 2017 Points Champions by Marathon Runs "Suman Silwal."
Actually most were by Suman's daughters. You will notice he is in many of the photos.
Our Sponsors for 2020
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Contact Southeastern Trail Runs:
Southeastern Trail Runs,
220 Normandy Ln,
Chelsea, AL 35043
Email RD - Southeastern Trail Runs
Southeastern Trail Runs,
220 Normandy Ln,
Chelsea, AL 35043
Email RD - Southeastern Trail Runs