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What is the Gaylord Gauntlet
Held entirely on the Gaylord Hospital campus, which features 400 acres of land in a rural Wallingford setting. It is a blend of wooded trail and open field, running with natural and man-made obstacles. Mud will be used sparingly, but upper body strength will be featured in some obstacles, including a rock wall climb and vine swings.
Gaylord Sports Association
Gaylord Sports Association provides adaptive sports for individuals with physical and visual disabilities, including wounded veterans. The Sports Association offers 15 different sports and is Connecticut’s largest adaptive sports program. Participants enjoy activities that are provided to them at low or no cost, such as golf, snow skiing, adaptive cycling, archery, water skiing, and adaptive rock climbing, or team sports such as wheelchair rugby, tennis, and sled hockey.
About The Event:
The Gaylord Gauntlet 5K Trail & Obstacle Run is not your average 5K. Set on the beautiful 400-acre campus of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare in Wallingford, CT, this one-of-a-kind event challenges participants to conquer trails, tackle obstacles, and make a difference along the way.
Featuring 24 natural and manmade obstacles, the course winds through wooded trails, open fields, mud, hills, and plenty of surprises designed to test your strength, agility, and determination. Whether you're a seasoned obstacle racer or taking on your first challenge, the Gauntlet offers an unforgettable experience for all fitness levels.
More than just a race, the Gaylord Gauntlet is a community celebration. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with live music, local vendors, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and plenty of post-race fun. Every obstacle crossed and every mile completed helps support the Gaylord Sports Association, which empowers individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive sports and recreation programs.
Built entirely by Gaylord staff and volunteers, the Gauntlet showcases the passion, dedication, and spirit that make the Gaylord community so special. Gather your friends, challenge your coworkers, and get ready to climb, crawl, run, and laugh your way to the finish line for a great cause!
Race Results can be found here:
https://results.raceroster.com/v3/events/njekcequtwkrfp55
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Location
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare
50 Gaylord Farm Road
Wallingford, CT 06492 US
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