Boise Spartan Kids Race - Saturday

2026 ITUS Race

WE ARE EXCITED TO BE A PART OF THE IDAHO TRAIL ULTRA SERIES FOR THE 3RD Year! And part of the inaugural year for the Idaho Trail Series! If you sign up for the Last Man Standing race and run at least a 50K your race will be counted as one of the 4 needed for the year-end ITUS jacket. Although you can run as far as you want, only the 50K distance will count towards ITUS points. If you run the full 3 Loop Challenge it will be counted as one of the 4 needed for the ITS Jacket. Check the ITUS website for more information on races, points and jacket requirements. https://runsignup.com/Race/ID/Boise/ITUS

The Event

You can run 4.167 miles in an hour right? How many times in a row can you do that? If you can do it more times than anyone else you win!! If not, you lose. Simple as that. This is a race of attrition. It's not about speed, or who can run the fastest. This race is about grit and who can last the longest. But, if you just want to get your feet wet and do 3 loops, we've got that option too. All racers will receive schwag (if signed up by Sept 1st), but the winner will receive an even more awesome weight belt. Here's the details.All runners must be in the starting corral when the bell rings at 8AM sharp. If you're not in the starting corral when the bell rings, you will receive a DNS. There will be a 3, 2, 1 countdown each loop. You have an hour to run/hike the 4.167 mile loop. The bell will ring at the top of the hour on the hour until there's no one left. After every loop you can sit and rest, eat, take a quick nap, whatever you choose, but you must be IN the starting corral when the bell goes off or you receive a DNF. We'll keep doing this until there's no one left to start. The race doesn't end until only one racer shows up to start. The winner must complete one more loop than every one else to win. There's no age group winners and no overalls. If you're not first you're last!

The Big Event

Be in the starting corral at 8AM sharp. Finish the loop within an hour and then make sure you're back in the starting corral every hour on the hour until you're legs just won't run anymore.

3 Loop Challenge

Just want to see what its like to run a backyard event and also have the ability to count as 1 of your 4 races for the ITS (Idaho Trail Series)? You can sign up for the 3 loop challenge. Overall fastest times win. One male winner and one female winner. Be in the starting corral at 8AM sharp. You can run 2 loops if you don't want to run 3 and aren't trying to earn your ITS Jacket. However, to qualify for the ITS Series, you must complete 3 Loops.

More race deets

-Packet Pickup will be Wednesday 9/9 from 11am-6pm and Thursday 9/10 from 11am-2pm at the Idaho Running Company in Boise -YOU MUST BE REGISTERED BY Sept 1st TO BE GUARANTEED RACE SCHWAG-THERE WILL BE SAME DAY REGISTRATION-No Refunds-Each runner is allowed 2 crew members at the start/finish where they can set up chairs/aid-Once a runner quits or receives a DNF they must vacate their space to allow others in the race to move their aid closer to the start/finish if needed.-Except for restrooms, competitors may not leave the course until each loop is completed-No non-competitors on the course (including eliminated runners)-No personal aid during a loop (a minimal aid station will be at the start/finish)-No artificial aids (including trekking poles)-Slower runners must allow passes-The winner is the last person to complete a loop. He/She must complete one more lap than the Assist -All others are technically a DNF-Results of each runner in terms of distance covered will be recorded-If no runner can complete one more loop than anyone else, there is no winner-Race will be open ended (there is no time limit for how long this race can go)-There will be no cutoff or tie breakers-There will be an aid station at the start/finish with minimal food, but will have water/tailwind/coffee/broth. We suggest racers bring anything specific they want.

Event's current local time: 2:24 AM MT

The 8th annual Aaron Butler Memorial Purple Heart Run (ABMPHR) will be held on Saturday, August 15th, 2026 at Eagle Island State Park and surrounding trail system. Eagle Island has done some renovations, and it is looking NICE!

Sign up, show up, and embrace the suck in the 5K, 10K, or signature Unknown Distance Run (we guarantee no less than 400M and no more than 50K, YOU WILL NOT KNOW the final distance until you finish.) We take great pride in delivering an awesome trail running experience, but this isn't a Boston Qualifier, there is no chip-timing, and no one cares if you walk the course. This event is about community and sacrifice, the routes are lined with pictures and stories of our brothers and sisters who gave their lives in the service of our Nation. Aaron's name is on the event, but our event honors ALL of the Fallen. Don't forget about our 16-and-under Youth 5K, we care deeply about youth leadership development and believe that it begins with exposure to service and sacrifice.

It's more than a run, it's an emotional and educational experience.

No posers, no egos. If you're down to clown with authentic veterans, first-responders, and patriots who celebrate the lives and legacies of those who gave all, this event is for you. Registration gets you access to the run, music, food, guest speakers, beer, non-alcoholic beverages, sweet raffle and auction items, and lots to do for kids. We sweat, we laugh, we cry (just to water our beards), and we support each other. Join us.

*NOTE: If you do not have a Idaho State Parks Pass, entry into the park will cost $7. We recommend car pooling with someone who has a parks pass. Or, BEFORE RACE DAY, please consider purchasing an annual parks pass for $10 here https://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/idaho-state-parks-passport/ to get into all State Parks for a year.

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Holiday Hot Cocoa Hustle 5K - Produced by Hi5K

In Support of Girls on the Run Treasure Valley

Sponsored by

FLEET FEET TREASURE VALLEY

A portion of all registration fees will be benefitting Girls on the Run!

100% of additional donations received through the donations link will also be given to Girls on the Run!!!

Calling all Holiday-Hot-Cocoa-loving people to run (or walk) in the Holiday Hustle 5K!!!

This race helps support local running teams and clubs.

Event Information

The event will be held at Reid Merrill Park in Eagle Idaho. The course is a 5K along the Green Belt starting and finishing at the Reid Merrill Park Pavillion. From a runners perspective - this course is flat and fast if you are after a PR.

This race helps support local running teams and clubs. Please consider donating to one of these programs during the registration process.

We look forward to you joining us in this exceptionally high quality event.

If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must register you and sign the waiver that will be presented during the registration process, otherwise if you are 18 you may register yourself.

Race Day Schedule:

8:00AM - 9:10AM:

Bib Pickup at Reid Merrill Park pavillions (Look for Hi5K Banners). Day-Of-Race registration available at this time as well.

Hot Cocoa will be served before and after the race!

9:30AM:

5K Race Start

10:10 AM:

Podium Awards Begin - Top 3 in each age category (Male/Female awarded separately).

Age categories are as follows 1-11, 12-15, 16-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+

9:50AM - 10:40AM:

Post-Race Hydration and Nutrition available

Scholarships:

If you are experiencing any financial hardship, and would still like to participate, please email the race director at:

[email protected]

OR you can send us a message by clicking the Questions? button below.

We will get you signed up - no questions asked.

Bib Pickup:

Before-Race-Day:

WED DEC 3 through FRI DEC 5 - 10:AM - 7:00PM

Fleet Feet - Meridian (The Village)

3573 E. Longwing Lane

Meridian, ID 83646

Fleet Feet - Nampa

1850 Caldwell Blvd

Nampa, ID 83651

Race-Day

8:00AM - 9:10AM

START / FINISH at Reid Merrill Park

637 E Shore Drive

Eagle, ID 83616

Course Info:

Start/Finish area is at the Reid Merrill Park pavillions. From the start, the race will head south exiting Reid Merrill onto the Boise River green belt pathway heading east. At mile 1.55 there will be a turn around point. This is an out-n-back course - see course links below.

Course Links:

• https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6154747273

• https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47676431

Strava Segments:

• Coming Soon

Timing:

This is a chip-timed event. Timing is provided by Omni Go! Custom Event Soluions.

Donations:

This race helps support local running teams and clubs. Please consider donating to one of these programs during the registration process.

FAQs:

Can I participate with a stroller?

Absolutely - we are stroller friendly.

Can I run with my dog?

Unfortunately no, USATF (USA Track & Field) will no longer insure or sanction events that allows dogs.

We can't wait to see you!!!