Rewild: A Last Runner Standing Event

A National Holiday for many, and previously named Psychoactive, this celebration of community and running has found a new home and a new name for the 5th anniversary!

Welcome to the rebirth and the rebranded "Rewild: Last Runner Standing Event" on Saturday, Sept 19th!
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Expect the same eco-friendly vibe, outrageous community feel, and ridiculous amount of prizes that you've come to know from this lap based running party! We'll route runners through a compact and elevation friendly 1.75 (ish) mile loop that includes, trails, gravel roads, and rolling livestock fields just minutes north of Charlotte, NC.

Trail TLC Days

Our new event venue needs a little Trail TLC to get the singletrack back to proper trail running party form and we are calling on you to help us out!

STAY TUNED FOR SPECIFIC DATES AND INFORMATION ON HOW TO GET INVOLVED!
HIGHLIGHTS:
  • NEW VENUE = Historic Rural Hill 
  • Running, friends, beer, prizes, Corn Maze, & immaculate vibes
  • Limited to the first 175 registrants 
  • 1.75(ish) mile looped course (always close to aid)
  • Course traverses, trail, open fields, and gravel roads
  • You determine your distance and duration​
  • Escalating prizes for various distances
  • Free parking
  • Access to On-Site Corn Maze and food trucks with $10 donation/pp (typically $16/adult & $13/kids)
  • Event Beneficiary = ​Historic Rural Hill
WHAT DO I GET FOR MY REG?
  • "Last Runner Standing" party with friends & family
  • A chance to test yourself physically and mentally
  • Custom HPM Sun Hoodie ($50 Value)
    • Made from eco-friendly materials by Recover
  • Custom Rewild souvenir race bib
  • Chance to earn goodies at various distances (ish)
    • 13.1 mi, 26.2 mi, 35 mi, 50 mi
  • 2 ice cold beverages (Registrants 21+ only)​
  • Giveaways, raffle prizes and discounts from our brand partners​
  • Increased stoke for supporting your local Running community
  • Financial support for preserving our environment and Historic Rural Hill​
DETAILS:
  • ​Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
  • Location: Historic Rural Hill
  • Address: 4431 Neck Rd. Huntersville, NC 28078)
  • Start Time: 8:00am
  • End Time: Who knows ... you tell us!
  • Lap Schedule/Pace Chart: 2025 version HERE​
  • Elevation Gain: Roughly 100ft per lap
  • Standard Reg: $90 (through 7/31/26)​​
  • Last Call Reg: $100 (if available ... starting 8/1/26)

RUNNER RESOURCES

EVENT PHOTOS/VIDEO

RESULTS

Partners

Big ups to each of these amazing organizations for supporting this event and other human powered experiences.
Join us in showing them love with our collective buying power and support.

Rewild - FAQs

How do "Last Runner Standing" or "Elimination" events work?

  • Rewild will feature a 1.75(ish) mi looped course (100ft (ish) of elevation gain/lap)
  • All participants must start each lap together
  • Each lap will begin at set time increments with a diminishing clock​
  • Any participants that does not begin a lap within the first 20 secs is eliminated
  • Any participant that does not complete a lap within the time limit is eliminated
  • Participants who run faster will have more time to rest before the next lap begins​​
  • Race will continue until there is only 1 winner ... the "Last Runner Standing"​
  • Rewild Tie Breaker: If no runner finishes the final lap, the winner will be determined by whichever runner completed the most recent lap the fastest
  • Refer to the RUNNER RESOURCES section above for more info and details

What do I need to know for Event Day?

  • Parking lot opens at 7am. Space is limited. Don't park like a knucklehead. 
  • Participants can set up their "home base" around the start/finish area (Race HQ) ... be respectful!
    • ​Race HQ will be close, but separate, from parking. Plan accordingly​
    • We will offer 25 reserved 10x10 spaces immediately adjacent to Race HQ for a fee
  • Course is a 1.75 (ish) mile loop that starts/finishes in the same location (Race HQ)
  • Participants are required to be fully self sufficient throughout the day
    • ​Aid Station will have Water, Tailwind, soda,, bananas, PB&Js, pretzels, chips, SPKs, etc.
    • Shade, chair, extra nutrition, lights, etc. are the responsibility of each participant
    • Friends/family are welcome to support and crew at Race HQ
    • Pacers are NOT allowed once we are down to 10 remaining runners
  • Event is on private land owned by Mecklenburg County. Thank Rural Hill for their hospitality. Enjoy their beautiful property. Be respectful and aware of surroundings at all times.​
  • There will be two port-a-johns at Race HQ ... plan accordingly​
  • Our goal is to break you before sunset ... let's see what happens​

How does this event support our environment?

  • ​100% of additional donations during registration go directly to Historic Rural Hill who has allowed us to reinvent this running experience at their property
  • We collect your old shirts (cotton/poly/blends) to be recycled in Recover's 360 Closed Loop Apparel Recycling Program
  • We collect old sneakers to be recycled/repurposed with GotSneakers
  • We collect old race medals to be recycled with Sports Medal Recycling
  • As of 2024, HPM events are proudly "Cup Free" to reduce our environmental impact
  • As of 2025, HPM events are proudly "Safety Pin Free". Read more about this initiative HERE.
If you have Additional questions or want to support this event ... email us HERE​ 

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