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Frosty Squatchy

Frosty Squatchy, West Orange
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Trail in United States, West Orange

Distances

  • Trail

    5K

    3.1 km

    Start: Jan 31, 04:00 PM

About

A community trail party in West Orange, NJ for runners and hikers of all ages and paces. The 10th annual Frosty Squatchy on January 30, 2027 features a 5K on a 5K loop with ~300 ft elevation gain, plus 3- and 6-hour options. No swag, no aid station, and no DNFs — bring your own fuel and hydration.

Catering & aid stations

No aid station — this is a Fat-Sass event. Runners/hikers must BYO fuel and hydration. Coolers of water are provided; please bring a cup/bottle/hydration pack.

Pacers

As with all Sassquad events, squatchers over age 60 and AWD athletes can have a pacer/guide at any time. Pre-register your pacer with organizers before the start — pacers are not allowed for athletes under 60 who are not AWD.

Results

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Typical weather in West Orange

Monthly averages based on historical data (2000–present).

Jan36°22°
07:20
16:54
Feb39°23°
06:53
17:31
Mar48°30°
07:09
19:04
Apr59°40°
06:18
19:37
May69°51°
05:40
20:08
Jun78°60°
05:26
20:31
Jul83°66°
05:39
20:28
Aug81°65°
06:08
19:56
Sep74°59°
06:39
19:07
Oct63°48°
07:09
18:17
Nov51°37°
06:45
16:40
Dec41°28°
07:15
16:31

Weather data by Open-Meteo

What's included in entry

  • Bib & Safety Pins
  • Water at the Aid Station
  • Awards for top 3 male, female and non-binary

FAQ

Are there restrooms?

Yes — portajohns at the start/finish, including one ADA unit.

What’s the weather like in West Orange, NJ in January?

Cold. Snow, maybe hail. Temperatures vary; bring layers and be prepared for winter conditions. Check the trail conditions report 48 hours before race day.

Will the course be marked?

Yes — the course is well-marked with neon pink/reflective ribbon and large red directional arrows at each turn.

Is there a registration deadline?

Registration is available through the event page; early registration is encouraged as capacity is capped at 200 participants.

Last updated: Jun 5, 2026, 11:56:08 PM

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