![]() ![]() Based on the statistics from previous years, I had almost guaranteed odds to get in. I was excited for him when he organized the event and ran in it for the first time in 2019.Īfter multiple failed attempts to get in to Hardrock, I was selected as #3 on the waitlist in 2019. When he shared his concept for this race years ago, it sounded incredible, insane, and a race that I would never do. Logan Rhodes is one of those volunteers who has become a good friend and is the Race Director for the HighFive 100. These amazing people are an incredible example of the type of individuals who drew me into this sport 9 years ago. They make up a community of individuals who love the outdoors and welcome visitors like me with open arms and big smiles. My time there has introduced me to a wonderful group of friends from Lake City. To increase my odds of getting into the race, I volunteered at the Sherman Aid Station for the past few years. ![]() Running Hardrock has been my dream since 2013. Ultimately I would never have signed up if it hadn’t been for pandemic. It exposes runners to beauty and difficulty unparalleled in any other ultra-event I know. It’s a race like no other that stretches across some of the storied terrain of the HardRock 100 course. Although that accomplishment is worth celebrating, you can not when realizing that you are only half-way through the HighFive 100 in Lake City, CO. Summiting five amazing 14’ers in Colorado’s San Juan Mountains is an awesome feeling. Getting To The HIGHFIVE 100 Endurance Event While I still have a lot to learn, I pray the positive lessons, opportunities, and friendships from this race and throughout all of 2020 extend far into my future. As I reflect on this this race and entire year, I’m reminded that what matters most when encountering challenges from massive mountains, difficult people, or unrest in the world is how I chose to respond and hopefully change for the better as a result. ![]() Many thoughts, anecdotes, and bible verses went through my mind during the two day journey in the Rockies. I hope you’ll enjoy the following story about this adventure and the many individuals who played a role in helping me along the way. The HighFive 100 was the greatest challenge and most amazing 100 Mile Ultramarathon I’ve tackled. The pandemic of 2020 has been that way for all of us and the following is about an experience that would have never happened if it had not been for Covid-19. Subscribe to our Channel for event planning best practices: īe sure to subscribe to our YouTube Channel to stay up-to-date with best practices for event managers and meeting planners.BREATHTAKING: Defines this course in more than one way ( Photo Credit: changing events are rare and often unexpected as I learned this summer. Be sure to watch the video and subscribe to our channel for additional tips and tricks for marketing your next event.ĭon’t miss these additional resources: Free Crowd Engagement Event Resource: We also have a gift for you! Below, you’ll find a FREE crowd engagement event resource that will help you better communicate to your audience.Ĭheck out the link below to download your free resource. You’ll learn how to captivate your audience with this new icebreaker, as well as learn the importance of adding energy, community, and connection within your role as the emcee. ![]() Join us as we share one of our favorite ways to kick-off an event: the High Five Challenge! Looking for an icebreaker for your next event? ![]()
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