Sassquad Trail Runners
Every run is a trail party! Our squatchtastic podcast celebrates our amazing trail running community. And of course, answers deep questions like "Does Sasquatch eat Taylor Ham or Pork Roll?" "Do Unicorns prefer scrunchies or hair ties?" "What kind of bear is best?" We host trail races all around New Jersey and welcome runners of all paces and ages from around the country to our community. https://www.sassquadtrailrunning.com https://www.facebook.com/sassquadtrailrunning https://www.instagram.com/sassquadtrailrunners
- Update frequency
- every 8 days
- Average duration
- 53 minutes
- Episodes
- 128
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Women in Ultrarunning Webinar with Rachel Bambrick
This is the recording from our February 19th "Women in Ultrarunning" webinar led by ultrarunner Rachel Bambrick and the founder of Women in Ultrarunning. Tune-in to hear this squatchtastic chat about…
Women of the Squatchapple Webinar
This is the recording from our webinar on February 5, 2025: "Women of Squatchapple". Featuring women who have participated in the Squatchapple Trail Party, this webinar dives deep into the trail expe…
Lauren Scott’s RunVenture in Iceland
In this episode, we sit down with the incredible Lauren Scott, AKA “Malfoy”! Lauren is a non-binary ultra runner from Vernon, NJ, who has been a part of the Sassquad family for several years.
We kick …
Maria Zieja: Ultra Runner and Nature-Based Educator
In this episode, we chat with the incredible Maria Zieja, ultra-runner and long-time member of the Sassquad Trail Running family. Maria takes us through her journey from obstacle course racing to tra…
Gautama “G” Reid’s Trail Running Journey
In this episode, we sit down with Gautama Reid, better known as “G,” to hear his inspiring trail running story. G started trail running in 2020 and just finished his first trail 100-miler at the Wild…
Sustainability, Community, and Trail Running with Aimee Kohler
In this episode, we sit down with Aimee Kohler, owner and race director of The Running Kind, a trail race company with a mission to be carbon-neutral and promote sustainability in the outdoor communi…
From Cancer Survivor to Ultramarathoner: Che Smith’s Inspiring Journey
In this episode, we’re joined by the incredible Che Smith, who recently completed her first ultramarathon—a 50K—at the 2024 Wild Goose Trail Festival. Che takes us through her transformative experien…
Women of the Wild Goose Webinar
In this special episode, we’re bringing you the recording of the Women of Wild Goose live webinar, held on January 8, 2025. This inspiring panel features incredible women who took part in the 2024 Wi…
What Are Trail Gaiters?
Learn how gaiters protect your feet on the trails by keeping dirt, rocks, and debris out of your shoes. Whether you're running or hiking, gaiters are a simple tool to help you stay comfortable and fo…
Tales from the Wild Goose: Michael Feldman's 200 Miler!
Welcome to another episode in our special series, Tales from the Wild Goose! This series highlights the voices, stories, and experiences of runners who joined us at the Wild Goose Trail Festival. T…
Tales from the Wild Goose: Allie Backer's First Ultramarathon
Welcome to another episode in our special series, Tales from the Wild Goose! This series highlights the voices, stories, and experiences of runners who joined us at the Wild Goose Trail Festival. T…
Tales from the Wild Goose: Carson Hopwood’s 85-Mile Journey
In this episode of our series, Tales from the Wild Goose, we hear from Carson Hopwood, a nonbinary athlete from Charlottesville, Virginia, who participated in the 36-hour event at the 2024 Wild Goose…
Tales from the Wild Goose: Gerry Powers’ First Ultramarathon
In this inspiring episode of our series, Tales from the Wild Goose, we feature Gerry Powers from Park Ridge, NJ. At the 2024 Wild Goose Trail Festival, Gerry took on not only his first-ever ultramara…
Tales from the Wild Goose: Julia Barbour’s First 100-Miler
In this special episode of our series, Tales from the Wild Goose, we spotlight Julia Barbour from Audubon, NJ. Julia joined us at the 2024 Wild Goose Trail Festival and accomplished an extraordinary …
Libby Jones, Race Director for The Active Joe
In this episode, we sit down with Libby Jones, trail race director and owner of The Active Joe, a trail running company based in Texas. Libby is known for her inclusive approach to race directing, cr…
Wild Goose Tails - John & Ann Monroe
Join us for this inspirational chat with John and Ann Monroe from Saranac Lake, New York! John was crewed and paced by his wife Ann at the 2023 and 2024 Wild Goose 100. The two events could not have…
Navigating a DNF with Therapist Sarah Strong, LCSW
What do you do with all of those feeligs that you're experiencing after a DNF? How do you help a friend who just dropped from a race? Therapist Sarah Strong, LCSW is here to help us navigate a DNF! …
Dr. Colleen McGinnis - Strength Training for Trail Runners & Hikers
Should you be in the gym lifting weights? Can strength training help you enjoy the trails more? YES AND YES!
PT, DPT Colleen McGinnis has been treating, training, and coaching in the fields of Phy…
Michael Feldman - A Race to Not Forget, 200M
Michael Feldman just completed 200 miles last weekend at the 2024 Wild Goose! When his Oregon 200 event was canceled in August, Michael decided that he still wanted to complete the distance and conti…
2024 Wild Goose Trail Festival Pre-Race Q&A
This is the recording of our Wild Goose Trail Festival Pre-Race Q&A on Monday September 16, 2024! The panel included Trail Party Directors Kim Levinsky and Joe Brandine plus a few folks who were at t…