Dash & Deciduous 5k Trail Run

Join us for a free FATASS timed club run. A 'fatass' race is essentially a casual group run without the usual frills of a formal race. The D&D is a small-scale event (under 40 runners) held predominantly on trails. welcoming hikers while presenting a challenge to seasoned athletes. Registration is mandatory, and donations are appreciated. Awards will be presented. Located at Crystal Lake Park in Bordentown, NJ.

Registration page: runsignup.com/UGF5k

All-Time Fastest: bit.ly/UGFfastest

2022-Present Crystal Lake Park course map:

Garmin: connect.garmin.com/modern/course/125750027

Strava: www.strava.com/routes/3021552812499288082

MapMyRun: mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5171728951/

2025 Facebook event page (6/7/2025)

2024 Facebook event page (6/1/2024)

2024 results

2024 photo album

2023 Facebook event page (6/3/2023)

2023 results

2023 photo album

2023 start and finish video

2017-2021 Clayton Park course map:

Garmin: connect.garmin.com/modern/course/14123415

Strava: strava.com/routes/7234822

MapMyRun: mapmyrun.com/routes/view/1394951953

2021 Facebook event page (6/5/2021)

2021 results

2021 photo album

2020 Facebook event page (9/31/2020)

2020 results

2020 photo album

2019 Facebook event page (6/1/2019)

2019 results

2019 photo album

2018 Facebook event page (6/2/2018)

2018 results

2018 photo album

2017 Facebook event page (6/10/2017)

2017 results

2017 photo album

"That is ONE TOUGH 5K!" - Anthony

"That was the longest 3.1 of my life!" - Brian

"This is hard! Holy smokes!" - Tom

"I thought I was going to throw up!" - Jen

"This was my first 5k with 'Danger' signs on the course!" - Eric

"Delightfully dangerous" - anon

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Join us at Crystal Lake Park for the Dash and Deciduous 5k trail run! This is a super secret, FREE, timed 'FATASS' 5k, which is essentially a fun, organized group run without all the bells and whistles of a typical race. Registration is required due to the field size being limited to 40 runners. Once the field limit is reached, additional runners will go on a waiting list and be added randomly.

Although though the Uptown Gentlefriends covers all expenses, this event relies heavily on runner donations to enhance the experience. Donations aren't required but 100% of contributions go directly back to the runners.

Awards:

Top Male and Female
Age Group Awards: Available for both male and female in the following age groups;
- 29 and Under
- 30 to 39
- Masters (40+).

If participation is high, "Easter eggs" will be hidden along the course, and can be returned for a small prize. If the finder also wins an award, the prize will be given to the next highest finisher.

Course Description:

This course is a fun, timed group run and may be challenging for beginners. It features approximately 300ft of elevation gain, ankle-twisting roots, and some steep, dangerous hills. Veteran trail runners will enjoy the challenge and the opportunity to gain ground in a few runnable sections. The course will be well-marked, with no risk of getting lost, and there will be a water station at the halfway point.

Spectator Information:

The course is spectator-friendly. You can cheer on runners at the start, at mile 0.50 before they enter the woods, at mile 0.80 just a series of steep hills and finally at mile 2.1 for one last push before the finish line. Refreshments will be served post-run near the sign-in area, and the award ceremony will take place shortly after the conclusion of the run.

Important Notes:

The parking area is small, so we strongly encourage carpooling.
This is a small but competitive club run, and participants are responsible for their own safety. Crystal Lake Park offers challenging trails, including some steep and potentially dangerous downhills. Even experienced trail runners should exercise caution.

2022 - Present course map at Crystal Lake Park; Bordentown, NJ

2017 - 2021 course map at Clayton Park; Imlaystown, NJ