Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Aravaipa Running founder Jamil Coury sits down with California Race Director Melanie Boone to talk about the launch of Aravaipa's inaugural California races: Harding Hustle, That’s No Moon, and Live Oak Odyssey.
Together, they dive into the backstory of how these events came to life, the unique spirit of each course, and Melanie’s personal journey from passionate trail runner to race director. Whether you're eyeing your next California trail challenge or just love behind-the-scenes stories, this conversation offers a deeper look at Aravaipa’s new California races.
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Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.
We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.
From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.
From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.
Come explore with us.
More Info Below:
Sign up for next year's event aravaiparunning.com/races
Get Live Updates live.aravaiparunning.com
Follow us on Social
Instagram instagram.com/aravaiparunning
Facebook facebook.com/aravaiparunning
Twitter twitter.com/AravaipaRunning
Follow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events instagram.com/aravaiparides
Subscribe to Run Steep Get High youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
Aravaipa Running founder Jamil Coury sits down with California Race Director Melanie Boone to talk about the launch of Aravaipa's inaugural California races: Harding Hustle, That’s No Moon, and Live Oak Odyssey.
Together, they dive into the backstory of how these events came to life, the unique spirit of each course, and Melanie’s personal journey from passionate trail runner to race director. Whether you're eyeing your next California trail challenge or just love behind-the-scenes stories, this conversation offers a deeper look at Aravaipa’s new California races.
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Aravaipa Running is committed to the development of a vibrant community centered around being active in the outdoors.
We feel most alive on a trail, experiencing the solitude and restorative power of nature.
From our course markings, pre-race email, chip timing, convenient packet pickups to unique awards we want to make your event experience flawlessly smooth and something you can count on.
From music to wood fired pizza, beer gardens, meeting new friends, beautiful trails to stunning sunrises and star filled nights, having fun is easy.
Come explore with us.
More Info Below:
Sign up for next year's event aravaiparunning.com/races
Get Live Updates live.aravaiparunning.com
Follow us on Social
Instagram instagram.com/aravaiparunning
Facebook facebook.com/aravaiparunning
Twitter twitter.com/AravaipaRunning
Follow Aravaipa Rides for Arizona's best Mountain Bike events instagram.com/aravaiparides
Subscribe to Run Steep Get High youtube.com/user/runsteepgethigh
