Join us for the inaugural Heroes Trail Run & Ruck through our beautiful Ranch while supporting our mission of promoting resilience independence and life skills through the power of horses. Whether you're a walker runner rucker or just here for the fun & community this event offers something for everyone.
You'll have a chance to meet our horses after the race (they'll be stationed along the trail too!) The event will feature a raffle music food and local vendors to enjoy after the race. We can't wait for this race to become a beloved annual tradition for our community.
All proceeds support equine-assisted services for veterans & first responders at Healing with Horses Ranch a 501(c)(3) nonprofit providing connection healing and hope through the power of the horse to the greater Austin area. Equine-assisted services help veterans & first responders manage symptoms of PTSD anxiety and depression while building trust confidence and community. Your support directly funds free access to these services at Healing with Horses Ranch.
Saturday November 8th 2025 at Healing with Horses Ranch – 10014 FM 973 Manor TX 78653
7:30-8:45 AM - Packet Pick-up & Registration
9:00 AM - Race Begins
10:00 AM - Market Vendors Open
11:00 AM - Awards Presentation & Raffle Winners Announced
Who Can Participate?
- Ages 4 & up
- Strollers are not permitted on the course
- No outside pets are allowed for the safety of our horses
This event will be held rain or shine. In the case of extreme weather we may delay the start or convert the race to a non-timed event. No refunds will be issued.
Registration (must register by September 30th to be guaranteed a shirt!):
Ages 11+
- $50 starting July 1st
- $55 after September 30th
- $60 after October 31st
Youth Ages 4-10 may run for free with their parent/guardian but will not be separately timed and do not require registration.
Run with a herd and save!
Groups of 10+ receive a 25% discount on their entries
Course Info:
- Start/Finish: Healing with Horses Ranch 47 acre campus
- What to expect: Mixed terrain of greenery & dirt potential for rocks/sticks/exposed roots small hills partial sun mostly tree covered.
Contact Info:
- Rebekah Fookes (Development Director) [email protected]
- Hannah West (Veterans Program Coordinator) [email protected]
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As little as $5 from you or your company goes a long way to keeping our horses fed and our riders in their saddles! Make your tax-deductible donation here. Chip timing provided by Run Texas Timing Services. All race participants will receive a finisher medal. We can’t wait to have you join us for the Heroes Trail Run & Ruck!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Healing with Horses Ranch, 10014 FM973, Manor, TX 78653, United States, Austin
