Groovin' In The Aspens

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Groovin' In The Aspens

Previously Gaspin' in the Aspens, Bear Jaw Events has resurrected this fun race by popular demand and renamed it Groovin' in the Aspens!

This is a 6K/10K/20K/30K/50K trail run through the pines of some of Flagstaff's best trail systems on Sept 13th.

09/12/2026

Great turnout at packet pickup today! 🙌 It was awesome meeting so many of you and seeing the stoke building for the weekend.

Missed packet pickup? No worries! You can grab your packet race morning.

🚵‍♂️ Bearjaw Groove — Saturday, September 12
🏃‍♂️ Groovin’ in the Aspens — Sunday, September 13

See you out there! 🤘🌲

09/11/2026

📍 FIND THE VENUE!

Important reminder for everyone coming this weekend:

The address listed online and in your emails takes you to the Coconino National Forest office — that is NOT the event venue.

We’re at the Fort Valley Trailhead, just outside Flagstaff on Fort Valley Road heading toward Snowbowl.

➡️ Pass Museum of Northern Arizona
➡️ Turn right onto Forest Service Road 164B
➡️ And you’re at Fort Valley Trailhead

Use the map in this post — it shows the exact location. Save it now so you know exactly where you’re going!

See you out there! 🤘🏃‍♂️🚵‍♂️

09/10/2026

🎟️ PACKET PICKUP IS FRIDAY! 🚵‍♂️🏃‍♀️🌲

Race weekend is almost here! Get ready for Bear Jaw Groove AND Groovin’ in the Aspens!

📅 Friday, September 11
⏰ 2-5PM
📍 Kickstand Kafe
719 N. Humphreys St., Flagstaff

Stop by to pick up your packet, grab your race goodies and get ready for an epic weekend in Flagstaff!

🚵 BEAR JAW GROOVE — Saturday, Sept. 12
🏃 GROOVIN’ IN THE ASPENS — Sunday, Sept. 13

🔥 Still time to sign up for BOTH!

Two events. One incredible weekend. Get out of town, run somewhere cooler and get your groove on! 🌲🤘

See you Friday at Kickstand Kafe

09/09/2026

🏃‍♂️🌲 GROOVIN’ IN THE ASPENS — RACE DAY INFO! 🌲🏃‍♀️

We’re almost ready to GET OUT OF TOWN & RUN SOMEWHERE COOLER! Sunday, September 13, it’s time to hit the trails at Fort Valley Trailhead in Flagstaff!

📍 RACE LOCATION
Fort Valley Trailhead — Flagstaff, AZ

⏰ START TIMES
50K / 30K / 20K — 8:00 AM
10K — 8:15 AM
6K — 8:30 AM

🎟️ PACKET PICKUP
Friday, Sept. 11 • 2-5PM
Kickstand Kafe, 719 N. Humphreys St.
OR race morning before 8:00 AM

🏃 DISTANCES
50K • 30K • 20K • 10K • 6K

🎽 Every runner gets a custom event T-shirt + finisher medal, plus pre- and post-race snacks and hydration.

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!
Registration closes Thursday, Sept. 10 at 11:59 PM MT. Race-day registration will also be available starting at 6:00 AM and closing at 8:00 AM.

🌲 Pines. Aspens. Trails. Cooler temps.
This is your sign to get out of town and GO GROOVIN’!

👉 Register now www.groovinintheaspens.com and we’ll see you Sunday!

09/08/2026

🚨 4 SLEEPS! 🚨 AND YES — THERE’S STILL TIME TO SIGN UP! 🙌

That’s it. Just FOUR MORE SLEEPS until Bear Jaw Weekend hits Flagstaff! 🌲🚵‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Saturday: Bear Jaw Groove MTB
Sunday: Groovin’ in the Aspens Trail Run

🌲 Cool temps.
🚵‍♂️ Dirt.
🏃‍♀️ Pine trees.
😎 One heck of a weekend.

If you’ve been thinking about it, stop thinking and start packing. 😉

4 sleeps. See you in Flagstaff! 🐻🌲

bearjawevents

09/07/2026

📰 WE’RE IN THE NEWS!

A big THANK YOU to the Arizona Daily Sun for shining a spotlight on Groovin’ in the Aspens! 🙌

Our high-country trail run returns to Flagstaff on September 13, bringing runners into the pines, aspens and trails of one of Arizona’s best mountain towns. 🌲🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

From the 6K to the 50K, there’s a groove for everyone. 🤘

Read the story, then come get your groove on!

📅 September 13
📍 Flagstaff, AZ

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08/26/2026

GET OUT OF TOWN. RUN SOMEWHERE COOLER. 🏃

The desert will still be hot. We promise. 😎

So trade the desert heat for pine trees, mountain trails and a Sunday morning in Flagstaff.

🏃 Groovin’ in the Aspens Trail Run
📍 Flagstaff, AZ
📅 September 13

Grab your trail shoes, get out of town and make a weekend of it.

👉 Register at BearJawAZ.com

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08/21/2026

⛺ CAMPING ALERT! ⛺

Headed to Bear Jaw Groove or Groovin’ in the Aspens? We’ve got you covered! 🌲✨

✅ FREE camping is available exclusively for event-goers.

🚫 Please note: NO fires allowed.

Pack your tents, enjoy the cool mountain air, and make it a weekend you won’t forget! 🌄🎶

👉 Haven’t registered yet? Don’t wait—sign up today and claim your spot in the pines!

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08/19/2026

Ready to ditch the heat? Come up to Flagstaff on September 13 and get your groove on at Groovin’ in the Aspens Trail Run.

Five distances, miles of beautiful forest trails, and that cool mountain air that makes running a whole lot more fun.

Pick your challenge: 6K, 10K, 20K, 30K or 50K. Leave the heat behind and come run with us in the Aspens. 🌲🏃‍♀️🌲

Sign up today at www.groovinintheaspens.com • 🔗 in bio

08/18/2026

Get ready to hit the trails on September 13 in Flagstaff for the Groovin’ in the Aspens Trail Run!

Beautiful scenery, mountain views, singletrack and a whole lot of good vibes make this one a must-run.

Whether you’re chasing a PR or just looking for a fun day in the mountains, come get your groove on with us!
📅 September 13
📍 Flagstaff, AZ
🏃 Trail Run
🎟️ Register at www.groovinintheaspens.com

Grab your friends, lace up and let’s go Groovin’! 🌲🤘

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