In this episode, we sit down with Yolanda "Yo" Lopez Haugabook, co-founder of Sin Miedo Trail Runners, a BIPOC-led movement that is changing the face of trail running. Sin Miedo, which means fearless, is all about creating safe and inclusive spaces where runners of color can reclaim the outdoors and run free. We dive into the story behind the movement, the challenges of navigating spaces that have historically lacked diversity, and the importance of community, representation, and belonging. Yo shares her personal experiences, lessons learned, and the vision for a trail running world that is welcoming to everyone. This conversation is for anyone who loves the trails, believes in equity, or wants to understand how courage and community can transform outdoor spaces.

Join us for a Sassquad Ask Us Anything! We’ll be answering your questions about upcoming races, trail running tips, community events, and all things Squatchy. Whether you’re a first-time participant or a long-time Squatcher, we love chatting with you about the trails that bring us together.

Let’s talk about what really happens to our bodies during perimenopause and how nutrition can support us through the changes. Join us for a conversation with registered dietitian Dina Griffin, The Nutrition Mechanic, as we dive into the science and strategies of fueling during perimenopause. This recording is the replay of our webinar is on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

You can learn more about Dina Griffin and her nutrition coaching services by visiting her website: https://nutritionmechanic.com/

Big Bear SquaTCh South 13.1M/10K Pre-Race Announcements for October 19, 2025!

In this episode, host LMani Viney sits down with Matty Klein and Dougie Wilson, the legendary aid station captains who have been leading the aid station at Wild Goose since day one. Both Matty and Dougie are extremely experienced ultrarunners, having completed countless 100M and 200M events, and they share behind-the-scenes insights on supporting runners through the toughest moments on the trail. The episode wraps up with LMani finishing the pre-submitted runner stories from the 100M and 36H, highlighting the passion, perseverance, and personal “whys” that make the Wild Goose community so special.

This live stream was hosted by our Sassquaders LMani Viney and Shai Ben-Dor, who brought the Trail Party vibes to the airwaves all weekend long. Big thanks to them for capturing these incredible conversations and moments!

Registration for the ⁠⁠⁠2026 Wild Goose Trail Festival⁠⁠⁠ is now open; don’t miss your chance to join the flock next year!

In this episode, host LMani Viney interviews Penny Williams of Trappe, Maryland, who took on the Wild Goose 100 Miler. Penny shares her race experience and her remarkable decades-long history of running. At 74 years old, she was the most senior Squatch in the 100M field, proving that the Trail Party spirit has no age limit.

This live stream was hosted by our Sassquaders LMani Viney and Shai Ben-Dor, who brought the Trail Party vibes to the airwaves all weekend long. Big thanks to them for capturing these incredible conversations and moments!

Registration for the ⁠⁠⁠2026 Wild Goose Trail Festival⁠⁠⁠ is now open; don’t miss your chance to join the flock next year!

In this episode, host LMani Viney interviews Vanessa Kline of Hainesport, NJ, the female winner of the Wild Goose 100 Miler. Vanessa set a new course record of 26:06:32, and she also shares her perspective as owner of Beast Coast Pacing and Race Director of Beast Coast Productions.

This live stream was hosted by our Sassquaders LMani Viney and Shai Ben-Dor, who brought the Trail Party vibes to the airwaves all weekend long. Big thanks to them for capturing these incredible conversations and moments!

Registration for the ⁠⁠⁠2026 Wild Goose Trail Festival⁠⁠⁠ is now open; don’t miss your chance to join the flock next year!

In this episode, host LMani Viney interviews Sassquader Mr. Jeffrey Bock, the teacher who founded the Hackensack Middle School Happy Feet Running Club, along with Luna Espana, one of the club’s athletes who set a new distance PR of 10K at the Wild Goose Trail Festival. They share their experiences, the joy of running as a team, and what it means to introduce kids to the trails and trail running community. Thanks to the generosity of the Sassquad community donating to the Squatch Kids Trail Fund, all Happy Feet kids are able to participate in the race free of charge, making these experiences accessible to every young runner.

This live stream was hosted by our Sassquaders LMani Viney and Shai Ben-Dor, who brought the Trail Party vibes to the airwaves all weekend long. Big thanks to them for capturing these incredible conversations and moments!

Registration for the ⁠⁠⁠2026 Wild Goose Trail Festival⁠⁠⁠ is now open; don’t miss your chance to join the flock next year!

In this episode, host LMani Viney interviews Fra Balbi of Brooklyn, NY, our nonbinary winner of the Wild Goose 100K! Fra finished the challenging course in 23:08:30, sharing their experience, race strategy, and reflections on completing this epic distance at Wawayanda State Park.

This live stream was hosted by our Sassquaders LMani Viney and Shai Ben-Dor, who brought the Trail Party vibes to the airwaves all weekend long. Big thanks to them for capturing these incredible conversations and moments!

Registration for the ⁠⁠⁠2026 Wild Goose Trail Festival⁠⁠⁠ is now open; don’t miss your chance to join the flock next year!

In this After Dark episode, host LMani Viney chats with Juliene Bell-Smith of Peekskill, NY, a standout finisher of the Wild Goose 50 Miler. Juliene shares her experience on the course, what kept her going, and the highs and lows of tackling this challenging distance at Wawayanda State Park. They also discuss BIPOC participation in trail running and ways we can encourage more folks to get out on the trails

This live stream was hosted by our Sassquaders LMani Viney and Shai Ben-Dor, who brought the Trail Party vibes to the airwaves all weekend long. Big thanks to them for capturing these incredible conversations and moments!

Registration for the ⁠⁠⁠2026 Wild Goose Trail Festival⁠⁠⁠ is now open; don’t miss your chance to join the flock next year!