Scout Scramble 5K Trail Run

Scout Scramble 5K Trail Run is held in Morris, Illinois, on October 25, 2026, with the start at 9:00 a.m. It is a 5K run on trails, which changes the character of the distance compared with a road race of the same length.

On trails, expect your pace to be slower than it would be on pavement and judge the effort by breathing rather than by your watch. Shoes with some grip are worth the trouble on autumn leaf cover, and shortening your stride on uneven ground will save your legs more than trying to hold a rhythm. If you mostly run roads, a couple of easy trail outings in the weeks beforehand will get your ankles used to the surface before race day.