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Dakota Jones led a five-day relay run around Utah’s Great Salt Lake, raising awareness and funds for its protection. The event, called ‘Where the Water Was,’ aimed to highlight the lake’s rapid disappearance due to climate change and water management.
Jones, a professional runner and environmental advocate, initially planned to run the entire route himself. However, a foot injury led to organizing a relay with 63 supporters. The group completed the run, raising over $3,800 for the cause. Read more racing coverage.
The Great Salt Lake, the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere, faces threats from climate change and water management. Its decline affects local wildlife and human populations, exposing toxic dust to nearby neighborhoods. Related: Hamilton runner sets new 100 km backward run world record.
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What should runners know about Dakota Jones' Relay Run Raises Awareness for Utah’s Great Salt Lake?
Jones organized a 260-mile relay to highlight the lake’s decline and climate change effects. Dakota Jones led a five-day relay run around Utah’s Great Salt Lake, raising awareness and funds for its protection. The event, called ‘Where the Water Was,’ aimed to highlight the lake’s rapid disappearance due to climate change and water management.
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Runner World published this brief on October 24, 2026. The underlying iRunFar report was dated October 23, 2026.
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