Episode 31 - Kayla Ferguson and 30th Running Activities

Send us a textPlease join us as Chris and Dan as they welcome on 30th running coordinator, Kayla Ferguson. They talk about all of the great activities that will be surrounding the event this year including the Hall of Fame inductions that will be happening! Tune in and get ready for an exciting Hardrock week! 

Send us a textIf you think we’re talking front runners this episode… think again!Chris and Dan are back, and they’re joined once more by the one and only run director Dale Garland. We’re diving into everything happening at Camp Hardrock—special events, behind-the-scenes stories, and all the good stuff that makes Hardrock so special. Whether you’re running, crewing, or just soaking up the vibes, there’s something here for you. Don’t miss this one—it’s all things Hardrock, with a whole lot of heart. 

Send us a textPlease join Chris and Dan as they welcome on Partnership Coordinator Chloe Schulman! Chloe came on board with Hardrock this year to revamp our partnership efforts. We talk everything from Hardrock to ultrarunning goals and everything in between. 

Send us a textPlease join Chris and Dan as they welcome on new board member, Hardrocker, and long time volunteer Kari Fraser. If you have come through the Ouray aid station the last couple of years you have probably seen Kari around ushering runners, crews, and volunteers around the area. We have some great conversation with Kari about what Hardrock means to her and how it has impacted her life! Are you excited for summer in the San Juans yet? 

Send us a textPlease join Chris and Dan as they welcome on the wonderful ladies from the Your Diet Sucks podcast. Kylee is a Registered Dietician and works with lots of athletes to get their fueling needs dialed, and Zoë is an accomplished runner and writer. We talk about everything from the does and don’t of fueling at high altitude, Kylees new book for endurance athletes and how you can better fuel for Hardrock!

Send us a textPlease join Chris and Dan as they welcome on two fantastics guests, Mark and Margaret Heaphy. Between the two of them they have 30 Hardrock finishes and countless stories to tell. A staple during checkin as well as during the race these two great humans have found a way to give back to Hardrock and have shown up year after year to run, pace, crew and volunteer. 

Send us a textPlease join Chris and Dan as they welcome onto the podcast Leah Yingling! Leah currently resides in Utah, but is a Pennsylvania native where she learned about ultra running early on. Leah is a multiple time top ten finisher at the venerable Western States Endurance Run, and has an Ultrasignup page that has too many accolades to list here. We talk about what excites Leah about Hardrock, who she plans to have crew her... and of course... who here Susie is!Available wherever you get podcasts. 

Send us a textPlease join Chris and Dan as they welcome on Andrea Feucht. Andrea is a 3 time Hardrock finisher, former board member, and long time member of the Hardrock Family. We talk about everything from what to bring for your first tour of the San Juans (its a short list, but a really good one) as well as how the event changed over her years as a board member. 

Send us a textJoin Chris and Dan as they welcome Adam, Hannes, and Sarah to the show for an great discussion about Hardrock and the upcoming lottery. Whether they’re first-time applicants or seasoned hopefuls with a couple years of anticipation behind them, each guest shares their unique perspective on what makes this process so exciting. From the thrill of the lottery draw to the dream of tackling the legendary course, this episode dives into what fuels their passion for running. Don’t miss this inspiring look into the heart and hope of Hardrock Hopefuls!

Send us a textJoin Chris and Dan as they sit down with a true Hardrock 100 legend, Kirk Apt. With an astounding 26 finishes—the most in the event’s history—and a victory in 2000, Kirk embodies the spirit of this iconic event. In this conversation, Kirk shares insights into his remarkable journey, reveals his favorite and most challenging sections of the course, and reflects on what keeps him coming back year after year. Don’t miss this inspiring chat with one of Hardrock’s all-time greats!