After six days of feeding, socializing, grooming, and running together, the migration concludes in this final episode. Trail Striders of all abilities and experience levels from across the world have traversed over 120 miles of spectacular landscapes and climbed 20,000 feet. But they’ve gained more than just elevation, after evolving from Trail Strider to TransRockies Finisher they’ll depart the pack and return to their separate habitats with a deep sense of accomplishment, a stronger connection to our public lands and environment, a lifetime’s worth of stories and memories, and a new community of friends in outdoor adventure.

This migration may have concluded, but the 2012 GORE-TEX® TransRockies Run journey is just beginning.

If you’re interested in participating in the GORE-TEX™ TransRockies in 2011 but still haven’t signed up, we’ll send you a free DVD to help you make your decision. The pictures on the DVD are the best way we can think of to show you the scenery, camaraderie and adventure which runners see each year when they sign up for their epic run through the Colorado Rockies.

Getting your DVD is as simple as calling our office at 866-373-3376 to talk to one of our event team and we’ll get a free DVD coming your way. This offer is available only to first time participants

While migrating north from the arid High Desert landscapes to the verdant high alpine ecosystems of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, Trail Striders have revitalized after collectively feeding on cactus concoctions and tacos. In this segment, Trail Striders are captured tending to self-care and healing rituals akin to the Great Northern Loon, which continually extends and stretches its muscles and wings to recover after a long journey, after immersing in water. It is unclear whether other distinctive grooming and preening actions displayed are common among all members of the flock, or if certain idiosyncratic behaviors are solely exhibited by alphas and odd ducks. Regardless, grooming and healing appear to be essential to the successful migration, which culminates in Beaver Creek.

Learn more about these creatures by visiting us on Facebook. Stay tuned for the final episode, which will be aired Dec. 6th

In this segment, curious social bonding behaviors are witnessed. Multiple factors seem to influence the strengthening and somewhat animalistic bond among members of the Trail Strider pack on the fourth day of their six-day journey. After blazing 14 miles and traversing the Continental Divide, Trail Striders lap up cacti nectar and fish tacos, which appear to stimulate socialization. They’ve also completed more than half of their trek, likely creating a sense of relief and fellowship. A new mighty, furry creature is also attracted to this raucous gathering.

Learn more about these creatures by visiting us on Facebook or at www.transrockies.com. Stay tuned for more Trail Strider sightings and discoveries.

Breaking news: Trail Strider migration and survival is symbiotically linked to another oddly secretive beast, the Trail Strider Crew member, often referred to as Trail Sentinels. Similar to other symbiotic relationships in the wild, like the shark and remora, Sentinels tend to the needs of Striders, yet also benefit from supporting the complex spectrum of the Strider’s needs. New research unveiled in this segment documents that Sentinels are clearly attracted to the camaraderie associated with the Trail Strider’s migration. This sense of community seems essential to both the Trail Strider and Trail Sentinel.

Learn more about these creatures by visiting us on Facebook or at www.transrockies.com. Stay tuned for more Trail Strider sightings and discoveries.

Trail Strider sightings have been confirmed across the globe enabling TransRockies crew members to gather more data on the extraordinary beast.

These feral omnivores travel and hunt during daylight hours resting and socializing with the pack during the evening. Because of the enormous amount of energy they expend during their migration, constant food supplies are necessary to sustain the animals. Check out this documentary featuring Trail Striders feasting on fruit, protein bars, potato chips, and essentially anything within sight.

Intrigued by the eating habits and other phenomena of the Trail Striders? Learn more at www.transrockies.com and find us on Facebook.

A much misunderstood biped, the trail strider is typically a solitary creature. Its preference is to amble alone along paths and trails. In the shortening days of August, the strider gathers with others of its kind in the pine forests of the Colorado Rockies…

Meet the trail strider, an altogether unique species. Discover your inner Trail Strider – Register Today.

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Episode 2 release date: Tuesday, November 8, 2011.

The first 100 registration spots for the 2012 GORE-TEX® TransRockies Run at special phase 1 pricing sold out in just 2 weeks. Discounted phase 2 pricing is now available to the next 100 people. Team registrations are now available for $1,299 per person ($150 savings) and RUN3 solo registrations are available for $799 ($100 savings). Phase 2 pricing is going fast with over 30 spots already claimed before registration moves to phase 3 pricing.

In 2011, registration for the GORE-TEX® TransRockies Run grew by 30% to reach a field size of 360 runners. This, combined with the strong early interest means that we’re expecting the event to reach its 2012 field limit of 500 runners sometime this winter. Register early HERE for best availability and pricing

Scheduling an event like the TransRockies Run isn’t as easy as booking a vacation, we must accommodate other major running events, other tourism events along the route and, of course, the other events run by the TransRockies team during the summer.

We’d previously announced Aug 11-16, but a pre-existing event in Buena Vista created a situation where there was no hotel or campground availability on our required dates.With that in mind, we’ve pushed our dates back three days to August 14-19. By starting the event on a Tuesday, we’ll have better access to the limited number of hotel rooms in Buena Vista and we’ll also finish on a Sunday rather than a Friday which should make for a busier, more fun finishline celebration.

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