XC in the Hills -- 2020 High School Summer Running Camp

UPDATE:  We are very sorry to announce, that due to the COVID-19 guidelines currently in place, the 2020 XC in the Hills High School Summer Running Camp will not be able to take place.  Those who were all ready registered will receive refunds the week of May 25.  Please join us in the summer of 2021 for what will be THE BEST XC in the Hills Summer Running Camp to date!  In the mean time, encourage your High School Athlete to continue to build their mileage, connect with their teammates, and enjoy the outdoors in anticipation of an upcoming season! 

The 2020 XC in the Hills, a High School Summer Running Camp will be held from July 19 – July 22, 2020. This will be an overnight camp, located at Pleasant Hill Outdoor Camp in Perrysville, Ohio adjacent to the Mohican State Park!  XC in the Hills is open to all students entering grades 8-12 in the fall of 2020.

CAMP DIRECTORS / COUNSELORS

• Matt Suttle
• Brian Polen

2020 GUEST SPEAKERS AND ATHLETES

• Keep an eye on the Website for updates and counselor info

CAMP MISSION
XC in the Hills is a camp for mid-distance and distance runners. Our Mission is very simple:  we believe that if you are going to be great, you need to be a student of your craft and enjoy every moment of what you are doing!  With that mission in mind, we will bring in some of the best professionals in the Health and Fitness industry, top level coaches, and elite talent to share their knowledge with you so that you can apply that NEW information to your daily training regimen.  By blending this knowledge intake with incredible activities such as a high ropes adventure course, a day at the beach including boat rides, long runs on the most beautiful trails around, and many other outdoor sporting activities, we believe we have created the perfect setting at the perfect location for learning and growth of all athletes at all levels.

Over 4 days, Campers will be introduced to various training methods and drills used by top athletes and then have the opportunity to practice those techniques alongside high school, college, and elite athletes.  What they can do with that knowledge over the next 4 months is unlimited.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Want to go on a long run on beautiful single track and end up at a historic covered bridge where you can soak your legs in the river?  At XC in the Hills, you will do just that!  With 2 planned runs per day, you will certainly get your fill of running, but you will also be given instruction and the chance to participate in drills and exercises to improve and supplement your training. We will also have a ton of fun at the campground with outdoor activities including: a guided tubing trip, a day at the lake, team competitions, movie nights, fun and unique games, and more.  All campers will also have the opportunity to hear speakers from the various levels of college programs, including college coaches and athletes. Along with the college level exposure, we will have top level athletes, running shoes specialists, and professionals from the health and wellness field.  In addition, campers will be exposed to proper running form analysis and drills, core strengthening drills, dynamic stretching warm up, general strengthening and Cross training drills, and more. Camp counselors who are current college runners, elite runners, successful high school or college coaches, and certified coaches will be in attendance to work with the campers and lead group runs.

CAMP INFORMATION

Cost: 

**There is a registration MAX of 100 participants.  Once this MAX is reached, there will be no additional spaces available.  Register early to guarantee your spot!

Early Registration (until May 31, 2020):  $265 per camper

Standard Registration (After June 1, 2020):   $280 per camper 

Late Registration (After July 1, 2020):  $295 per camper

Registration Includes:

• 4 days/3 nights at Pleasant Hill Outdoor Camp
• All Food and Drink during the session in the camp cafeteria, prepared by the camp dietitian (9 meals total)
• 1 - $50 Saucony gift certificate to be used at Vertical Runner of Wooster (shipping options available)
• 15% discount coupon at Vertical Runner of Wooster
• Official XC in the Hills camp t-shirt
• SWAG bag filled with goodies from our vendors and sponsors
• Informational clinics from local professionals in the running and wellness industries
• Running industry information provided by Saucony
• Outdoor activities including High Ropes Adventures, A day at the lake including boat rides, yoga, various outdoor sports, hiking, and more!
• A cross country style race and team results
• Team competitions with prizes
• Qualified coaching and advice
• A LOT of running!

Refund Policy:        

A full refund will be issued less a $50 administrative fee for any cancellation receive at least 3 weeks prior to the start of the camp session (July 1, 11:59pm).  Any cancellations received less than 3 weeks prior to the start of the camp session will not be eligible for a refund.  Cancellation notices and refund requests must be emailed to brian@verticalrunner.com.  Sorry, but the registration fee cannot be transferred to any other campers.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• When: July 19 – July 22, 2020
• Time: Check in will be 1:00pm-2:30pm on July 19, and checkout will be 3:00pm-4:00pm on July 22
• Where: Pleasant Hill Outdoor Camp, Perrysville, OH adjacent to the Mohican State Forest
• Who: The camp is open to anybody entering grades 8-12 in the fall of 2020

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Vertical Runner of Wooster (www.verticalrunnerwooster.com)

Saucony (www.saucony.com)

Pleasant Hill Outdoor Camp (https://www.phoc.org)

Camp Nuhop (http://nuhop.org/)