The Paatuwaqatsi Run is a special public event
open to anyone who is interested in running for the cause of water and life. The
run will take place in the heart of Hopi country and will pass through the ancient
village of Walpi.
The Paatuwaqatsi Run was founded by the well-known and accomplished Hopi runner,
Bucky Preston, who has literally run thousands
of miles in the quest to preserve and protect his people's water.
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The Ultra Run and Ultra Run 3-Person and 6-Person Relays
will cover various types of high desert terrain, from open sand, hard rock surfaces,
high mesa tops and riparian habitat.
The Ultra Run is for conditioned runners who are used to covering distances 20
miles or more. This special run will take place on high desert terrain in summer
heat well above 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Each runner must be prepared for extreme outdoor running conditions
that demand excellent physical shape and endurance. There will be check points for
all runs including the Ultra Run, Ultra Run Relay's and the 4 mile run.
If you have any questions, email us at waterisliferun@yahoo.com.
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