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Squatch Ahead Project

The Squatch Ahead Project is our program to support one community member (specifically prioritizing newbies, BIPOC, women, trans, nonbinary, and queer athletes) to train for and complete the Squatchy Leftovers Trail Party on November 28, 2026!

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Meet the Team

Together with our squatchtastic partners, we are providing the entry and the support; this is the ultimate dream team!

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SQUATCHY LEFTOVERS RACE ENTRY

SASSQUAD TRAIL RUNNING

Free registration into any Squatchy Leftovers distance of choice: 5K, 10K, 25K, or 50K!

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CREW SUPPORT ON RACE DAY

CHAOS CREWING

Race Day crewing support from our friends at Chaos Crewing, a professional crewing team!

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TRAIL SHOES & SOCKS

SNEAKER FACTORY NJ

A brand-new pair of trail running shoes and socks, properly fitted by the experts at Sneaker Factory NJ.

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MENTAL SPORTS PERFORMANCE

SARAH STRONG, LCSW

Mental sports performance sessions with The Trail Therapist, Sarah Strong, LCSW.

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MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS

dr. colleen drahos, pt, dpt

Menstrual products from Dr. Colleen Drahos, pelvic floor PT with Drahos PT.

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TRAINING & RACE DAY PLAN

ERIN QUINN

Training and mentorship with Erin Quinn of Start Where You Are Running & Ultrarunning Coaching Services.

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NUTRITION/HYDRATION SUPPORT

DINA GRIFFIN,  MS, RDN, CSSD, CISSN

Nutrition coaching with Registered Dietitian Dina Griffin, The Nutrition Mechanic.

how to apply

Ready to take the trail ahead? Applications for the Squatch Ahead Project are officially open from July 3 through July 25. Our Squatchy Council will review every story, and the chosen grantee will be announced on August 1. We know everyone's journey is unique, so please note that while this entire support system is fully available to you, you are not required to use every single partner service offered; you can mix and match the support pieces that best fit your personal goals and comfort level. 

The application window closed on July 25th.

TELL US ABOUT YOU
Do you identify as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community? If you feel comfortable, please select the option that best represents you.
Yes, I identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community
No, I do not identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community
Prefer not to answer
Do you identify as a member of the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) community? If you feel comfortable, please select what applies to you:
Which event do you want to do at the Squatchy Leftovers?
5K
10K
25K
50K
NOW TELL US ABOUT YOUR "WHY"...
If selected, are you comfortable sharing bits of your training journey (e.g., a photo, a quote, or a post-race recap) so we can highlight and thank our partners?
Yes, absolutely!
I'd prefer to keep my journey private. (Selecting this does NOT disqualify you!)
PARTNER SPECIFIC QUESTIONS:
Which of these incredible partner services are you interested in utilizing? (We'd love for you to use all of them, but no pressure!)

Please answer the open-ended questions below for the specific partners you are excited to work with. If you aren't planning to use a specific service, feel free to leave that question blank!

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