Trail Run w/ the Seattle Running Collective and Teva

Distances and entry

• general admission — Free

About Trail Run w/ the Seattle Running Collective and Teva

Join us for another trail run supported by Teva! This is the perfect opportunity to experience the trails in a warm and welcoming environment, no matter your pace or ability.

The trail we will be running is a moderately difficult course so please keep that in mind in deciding your pace (and leave the kiddos at home or have a friend watch them at the playground). Trail shoes with proper grip are recommended; if you do not own a pair, Teva has you covered with shoe trials!

9am arrive and sneaker trials - your chance to take a spin in the new Aventrail R2T Shoe

9:30am Trail Run - the route is a looped course. Participants can run as many (or as few loops) as they'd like within 40mins.

10:10am refreshments and panel featuring Mike Wardian and Jennifer Green, moderated by Alison Mariella Désir about the power of the trails!

Prepare to be inspired by the journeys of Mike Wardian and Jennifer Green. From July 15 to September 15, 2026, Mike Wardian will tackle an amazing appx. 2,650 miles of the PCT filled with stunning landscapes and unforgettable experiences. Jennifer Green has hiked 300 miles of the PCT and will be excited to share about her lessons learned along the way.

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Here is a link to check out the route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3506049618365098098

And use THIS pin drop to ensure you arrive at the correct location.  We will meet near the playground/bathrooms.

About Jennifer Green
Jennifer Green is an RRCA Certified Run Coach, trail runner, and community advocate who believes movement has the power to build resilience, connection, and belonging. A longtime leader with Black Girls RUN! and an advocate for creating more inclusive spaces in endurance sports, she is passionate about helping runners of all backgrounds discover confidence on the road and trail.

Jennifer has completed 10 marathons, more than 40 half marathons, trail races, summited Mount Kilimanjaro in 2023, and completed three sections of the Pacific Crest Trail. As a coach, she takes a holistic approach that meets athletes where they are, celebrating every milestone while encouraging sustainable growth, adventure, and joy in movement.

About Mike Wardian
Michael Wardian is an American endurance athlete known for his versatility, durability, and love of adventure across road marathons, ultramarathons, and trail running. Born in 1974, he lives in Arlington, Virginia, with wife Jennifer & 2 kids, 1 vizslas and balances a professional career with elite-level running. Wardian gained national attention in the marathon scene with 206 marathon finishes including 3 Olympic Trails, Guinness World Rexords and a personal best of 2:17:49. He is especially renowned in the ultrarunning world for his consistency and high-volume racing. One of his most notable achievements running across the USA in 60 days and setting the over 50 year old fastest known time on the Appalachian Trail in 2024, covering over 2,190 miles in just over 60 days. He has also competed in unique global events like the Marathon des Sables and won events like the World Marathon Challenge running 7 x 50ks in 7 days on 7 continents  Wardian is regarded for his relentless racing schedule, positive attitude, and ability to perform at a high level across different terrains and distances. He often uses running as a way to promote joy, charity,  community, and exploration.

About Alison Mariella Désir
Alison Mariella Désir is multi-talented: a founder, a doer, an activist, and a visionary with a passion for movement, mental health and racial equity.  Alison is the author of Running While Black and the tv host and producer of the award winning PBS show, Out & Back w/ Alison Mariella Désir.