Ultra Expeditions

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS - Spend a day at the beach supporting runners. We especially need help with any of the morning positions.

Come Run or Volunteer
https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/TX/PortAransas/BarrierIslandUltra

Mustang Island - Port Aransas, Texas
5k, 10k, 13.1mi, 26.2mi, 50k, 50mi
November 8, 2025

RACE DEDICATED to ELLIS EMERSON - The Oktoberfest Trail Run is forever dedicated in the memory of a North Texas runner and friend to many, Ellis Emerson.

Ellis lost her life to skin cancer. Her message would be to get your skin consistently checked due to sun exposure.

All who knew Ellis, knew her light and her love. The North Texas running community was infinitely blessed by her presence, support and kindness. Ellis pushed herself to run greater distances, and encouraged others to do the same. She continues to inspire us with her words "fear less, live more," and that "there are worse things than dying. Like not really living."

Each year we welcome her family and friends; many who travel far to come to the race dedicated to such a special person.

We are honored to bring Ellis' message to runners, advocate for oncology patients and caregivers and bring awareness to the dangers of skin cancer.

As outdoor enthusiasts we encourage you to take precautions and get checked and to fear less and live more.

SUN SAFETY FOR RUNNERS https://dermatologyconsultants.com/2021/08/25/sun-safety-for-runners/

COMMON QUESTIONS - The Oktoberfest Trail Run is fast approaching. Here's some helpful information to know before the race.

There's still time to come run or volunteer.

Link to register in bio.
https://www.ultraexpeditions.com/oktoberfest-trail-run

See you this weekend.

PARKING
Park in any designated public parking areas in the City of Farmersville. Lots are also available at:
J.W. Spain Complex 400 Merit Street, Farmersville, TX 75442
Rike Field 100 S. Rike Street, Farmersville, TX 75442

START / FINISH
The trail race starts behind the Historic Onion Shed at the beginning of the Chaparral Trail.

SPECTATORS
This trail run starts in town and then winds through prairies on an old, converted railway. It is not easily accessible by roads. The marathon and 50k loop at the start / finish line – so this is the best place to see a runner. If you do try to find your runner along the trail, the responsibility is on you and your runner to determine the best spot in advance of race day.

DROP BAGS
All racers who loop the course can have a drop bag. Mark your bags with your name when you leave them in the drop bag area near Start / Finish, and make sure you pick them back up after the race.

BRING YOUR ID
IDs will be checked at Packet Pick Up for this race. You can pick up a friend's packet with a copy of their ID. You are welcome to hang out in the Onion Shed, or take your closed beer to go. All open beverages must stay in the Onion Shed.