November 22-23, 2025

Dinosaur Valley Endurance Run

Crewing at Dino Valley

Sections On This Page:

Great Crewing Guides: Crewing Newsletter Signup, Crew Resource Links, Crew Rules

Valley Village Info: Overview, Crew Areas, Rules, Activities

Crew Area Sites: How to Earn a Pterodactyl Priority Group Spot, T. Rex Crew Area Details and Reservation Info

Supporting Pages with More Details:

Crewing at Dinosaur Valley is straightforward and accessible. There’s just one central location where you can support your runner, every 10.5 miles or less. You’ll experience all the race-day excitement at the finish line, meet fellow crews and spectators, and enjoy a scenic weekend at Dinosaur Valley State Park.

However, most ultramarathoners will find that they don't "need" a crew. While it can be great to have spectators or crew to see you every loop on this multi-loop race, athletes can also lose a lot of time each loop seeing their crew when crew help may not be needed that often and, unless you are the fastest runners out there, it's also a lot of waiting time between loops for crews to be outside in the elements without entertainment. If you are newer to ultra distances, please know that we have many solo athletes who are very successful, especially because we have a Foot Care Tent and 2 Aid Stations athletes encounter, and they are staffed by very experienced athletes with a lot of the supplies you will need!

Crewing Newsletter Signup

Sign up for our Crewing Newsletter which is especially geared to those crewing athletes at the race! It will be filled with tips, updates, education, and information that let you get to know the crewing and pacing side of our event while also helping to get you ready to take care of them on race day.

This list is NOT spammed.

Crewing Newsletter Signup

Valley Village Overview

Valley Village is the heart of the event. It includes:

Start/Finish Line
Cedar Brake Aid Station
All crew areas and spectating spots

Getting There: All crews must park at the designated lots and take a shuttle to Valley Village. Once dropped off, you’ll walk approximately 0.2 miles to your setup area. Be prepared to carry in your supplies.

All crew and spectators must follow the Valley Village rules and crew rules outlined below.

Valley Village Crew Areas

PTERODACTYL Crew Area — VIP Priority Group Spot:

Reserved 20’ x 20’ space for each of the top 4 run clubs or groups with the most team points
Each space will be covered with tents provided by the race
Groups must encourage their members to use this shared space
Learn how to qualify for a Pterodactyl Spot...

T.REX Crew Area — Reserved Weekend Spaces:

Reserved 10’ x 10’ staked spaces with tents provided by the race
Must be reserved in advance by 100M, 100K, or 50K participants only
Setup is Friday only, via scheduled shuttle time slots
More about reserving the T. Rex Spots...

VELOCIRAPTOR Crew Area — Quick Crew / Solo Athletes:

Designed for solo athletes or quick in/out crew access
Setup includes shared canopy tents and coolers with ice
Crews must enter only when their runner is present and leave with all gear when their runner heads out

BRONTOSAURUS Crew Area — No Reservation Needed:

For smaller crews and spectators.
First-come, first-served.
Uncovered.

Valley Village Rules

Follow Leave No Trace principles. Pack out everything you pack in.
Children under 10 must be supervised at all times (within 30 feet and in sight of guardian).
No dogs allowed due to the shuttle requirement.
No large grills or propane tanks over 1 lb. Jetboils and 1 lb canisters OK. On-site recycling available for used bottles.
No generators.
Quiet hours: 10 PM to 8 AM (State Park regulations)

Valley Village Activities

Saturday Night Karaoke – Join the fun at the Cedar Brake Aid Station!
Merch Tent – Race shirts, magnets, and more
Button Making – Fun for all ages
Leave No Trace & ExploreMore Station – Stickers, info cards, and more
Food Vendor – Details coming closer to race weekend

Rules for Crews

Crewing is allowed only at Valley Village (Cedar Brake Aid Station).
No crewing at the Fence Line Aid Station (unless your crew is volunteering there).
Only one crew member may approach the food tent at a time.
Crews may not eat or drink from aid stations (pacers excluded)
Rule violations may result in your runner getting disqualified.

PTERODACTYL Priority Group Spots: How to Earn One

1 point per entrant listing your club in registration
- +1 point if the entrant is in the 100M or 100K
5 points for public social media promotion (tag @TheActiveJoe + email Facebook links)
5 points if your club provides 5+ volunteer shifts (must list your group)

Groups selected by October 15.

T. REX Crew Area Details & Reservation Info

This area will be covered with tents provided by the race. You may not supply your own tent.
Must be reserved in advance here by 100M, 100K, or 50K participants only. Only 1 Spot Per Participant. Please make sure your cart check-out reflects your participant name and email address as our check for validity.
$25 reservation fee per participant. This fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Those reserving who are not registered for these distances or who register more than one spot will have their reservations refunded minus a $5 processing+handling fee.
Each 10' x 10' tent will be shared by 4 runners + their crews. This emphasizes community, sharing resources, and planning and communication.
You may request your tentmates or we will assign them. This will be coordinated via a Google Form sent to you after you reserve a spot here.
Set up required Friday (Nov 21) via scheduled shuttle time slots (times shown are when shuttles leaving the parking areas):
- 11:00–11:45 AM
- 12:00–12:45 PM
- 1:00–1:45 PM
- 2:00–2:45 PM
- 3:00-3:45 PM
Last shuttle returns to Race Hub at 4:45 PM.
Reservation system will be available in October.

Packing & Setup Notes:

You must haul gear 0.2 miles from the shuttle to Valley Village.
Nothing can be left out overnight unless you accept the risk of it being stolen, damaged, or destroyed.
No food may be left out overnight (wildlife hazard).
All gear must be removed by Sunday, 6 PM via shuttle.
Shuttles run once per hour; plan teardown accordingly.

Crew Resource Links

What to Pack? How Much to Bring? As a Crew Member, What to Do While I Wait?

These are common questions, and we're here to help! Check back as we get closer to race day for more great resource links, and sign up for our Crew Newsletter too!

Packing and How Much to Bring

You don't need the kitchen sink. Smart packing can reduce your time between loops.

Packing Video we have prepared to help you get organized and be efficient.
EVERYTHING I Pack to Run 100 Miles, by Chase the Summit - while this isn't for a looped course (so more drop bags), it's a nice extensive list and shows that it doesn't have to take up much space.
Ultra Marathon Essentials for an Out of Town Race, by Callie Vinson - keep it efficient and tidy especially if you are flying!

How to Crew

For both athletes and crews, working together makes for a smoother race.

10 Essential Tips for Crewing an Ultramarathon, by Kaz Williams at Mettle - we're big fans of their tip about bringing a towel or yoga mat for spreading out gear (and somewhere to sit while you wait)!

Activities for Crews and Spectators While They Wait

Athletes don't typically need crewing every 10.5 miles, and it is a lot of waiting in a field for all of the crews, so we suggest going into town or visiting some of the sites in the area!

Dinosaur Valley State Park - yes, actual dinosaur footprints can be seen at the park when you visit through the public entrance. There is no access from race parking. The only access from the race site is walking across a river which can be flowing too high or quickly to cross at times. Drive over and see the large model dinosaurs and visit the dino tracks!
Boutique and Antique Shopping - Shop the Square in Glen Rose.

Questions About Crewing?

Email us at info@dinosaurvalleytrailrun.com with any questions you have.