Firecracker Trek – Sherman
2500 W. Center St, Sherman TX, 75092, USA
Join us for the Firecracker TREK 5K & 10K trail run through the scenic and challenging Herman Baker and Binkley Park Trails in Sherman, Texas! Rolling hills, cliffside views, switchbacks, and flowing rivers await!
Course Overview
– Surface: Technical rock and dirt single track, rocky/rooty trails, & bridges
– Course: Herman Baker Trail, and part of Binkley Park Trail
– Elevation: Slight elevation per 5K loop
– Location: Herman Baker Park (2500 W. Center St., Sherman, TX 75092)
– Weather: Average Historic Temperatures for July around 96 degrees Fahrenheit (36 C)
– Cupless Race: Please bring a cup or bottle, we don’t serve cups!
Location and Times
The start and finish are located near the parking lot at Herman Baker Park (2500 W. Center St. Sherman, TX)
Saturday:
*please arrive early to ensure enough time to use restroom and pickup bib*
6:30AM to 7:20AM – Packet Pickup
7:20AM – Race Brief
7:30AM – 10K Starts
7:35AM – 5K Starts
9:30AM – Award Ceremony
11:00AM – Cutoff (3 Hours)
What You Get
RACE GEAR/AWARDS:
– All participants will receive a Firecracker Trek water bottle as their finisher medal.
– 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place awards M & F
– Old Timer (1st Place M&F Age 50+)
– DFL “Dead Freakin’ Last” award
RACE EXPERIENCE:
– Aid Station Hydration & Snacks
– Scenic Course
– Photography
– Fully Marked/Supported Course
– Friendly & Encouraging Race Staff/Volunteers
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