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Aravaipa Arizona Events

Born and Bred in the Desert

Aravaipa Running began in the heart of Arizona, inspired by the rugged beauty of the Sonoran Desert. From its roots in Phoenix, we’ve grown to host races across the country—but Arizona remains our home and our passion.

Our Arizona events showcase the state’s breathtaking diversity, from the cacti-lined trails of the desert valleys to the towering pines and crisp mountain air of Flagstaff. Whether you're chasing the sunrise over red rock canyons or weaving through high-altitude forests, Aravaipa’s Arizona races offer unforgettable challenges for every runner.

2025 Aravaipa Arizona
Race Calendar

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February 1, 2025

50 Mile, 50K, 35K, 22K, 12K, 5K
Cave Creek, AZ

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February 8-9, 2025

100K, 50K
Mayer, AZ

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Meet our Team

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Race Director

Aaron Barber is a Race Director at Aravaipa Running, leading the Desert Runner Trail (DRT) Series and several other iconic events. Originally from Michigan, Aaron transitioned from triathlons to trail running, bringing his multi-sport experience and love for endurance challenges to his role. A Cocodona 250 finisher, Aaron is passionate about creating unforgettable race experiences that reflect Aravaipa’s adventurous spirit and strong community focus. At the time of this writing, Aaron has 133 Crowns on Strava, and the prestigious National Trail FKT.

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Race Director

Jon Bullock is Aravaipa Running's Fixed Time Race Director. A seasoned endurance athlete, Jon has pushed his limits across various disciplines, from obstacle course racing to 100-mile trail races and cross country bike touring. He's deeply connected to the running community and thrives on the challenge of unique events.
As Aravaipa Running's Fixed Time Race Director, Jon brings a unique perspective and a wealth of experience to the role. His passion for pushing limits and his deep understanding of the endurance athlete experience make him an ideal leader for these challenging and rewarding events.

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Race Director

Jubilee grew up in a small town in north-central Kansas. After road-tripping around the United States she came to Phoenix in 2008. Volunteering for a desert ultra, Javelina Jundred, in 2014 changed everything when she found the vibrant energy and community of trail running. She finds her passion in serving a community that shares her love of the outdoors and a desire to discover wonders both inward and outward. Her favorite trails are any shared with her dog Fox, her sister Jenna, or her closest friends. Fun fact: She's been taking photos since she was 11 and entering county contests in 4H!

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Director of Events

Noah grew up in a small town in western Vermont (two room school-house small) and moved to Arizona in the summer of 2003. Having played team sports for years, Noah started running in 2010 looking for something to push the envelope of what we think is possible. “Run 100 miles? Impossible!” Now married with three kids, Noah looks forward to hitting the San Juan mountains each summer as well as Acadia National Park in New England. Fun facts: Noah played the trumpet for about 10 years and he’s seen the band Phish almost 50 times.

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