The ISU Centennial Cross Country Course, dedicated in 2002 and host of the 2002 Big Sky Cross Country Championships, features both a larger 3-kilometer loop and a shorter 2-kilometer cutoff route. The surface varies from natural clay soil and wood chip cover throughout its length. Many of the maintenance challenges arise from erosion control and overgrowth during the wet spring months and late summer thunderstorms. The clay surface often becomes unusable when wet and easily erodes during heavy rain or snowmelt. Besides the pavilion and recently repaired benches, no permanent facilities exist on site. Improvement in maintenance and physical structures would create a more useful and sustainable area for all users.
How will your donation help?
Your donation will help with the maintenance of the course. In addition donations will help us improve the course. Some planned improvements would be to install a drinking fountain, increase the grassy area and make upgrades to the landscaping around the beginning of the course.
History
Originally constructed in 2002, the Idaho State Centennial Cross-Country Course has been a valuable asset to the men’s and women’s cross country programs, as well as the Pocatello community as a whole, for almost 15 years. Between the many great NCAA, high school and community races which have taken place at the ISU course, it has also provided invaluable natural space and trails as a refuge for the residents and visitors of our community. We love to see the facility add to the amazing natural beauty of the region and provide areas for recreation and exercise.
Plannned Stages
First- Weed control,Erosion maintenance, and Surface maintenance
Second- Drinking Fountain, Landscaping, and Beautification
Third- Bathrooms, New trails, and Grassy area surrounding parking pavilion