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The Goodridge Freedom Run brings a strong community spirit to the Freedom Festival, pairing athletic challenge with a mission to honor veterans and support their healing through movement. Its standout long-format offering is a Backyard Ultra built around the classic last-runner-standing format, creating an atmosphere that is equal parts gritty endurance test and supportive gathering. Set on a single loop near A.C. Tvedt Park, the course is described as exceptionally flat and highly runnable, making it a deceptively simple stage for a race that becomes increasingly demanding with every hour. Runners must repeatedly complete the loop on the hour until only one remains, balancing effort, recovery, and self-sufficiency throughout the event. With crew support allowed off the course, personal aid setups near the start/finish, and a community-focused cause at its heart, the race blends logistical simplicity, mental toughness, and a meaningful small-town festival backdrop.