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Dakota Jones Leads Relay to Protect Utah's Great Salt Lake
Professional runner Dakota Jones organized a relay run to raise awareness for the Great Salt Lake's environmental issues. The event, which took place over five days, involved 64 participants and raised over $3,800 for conservation efforts.
eFit Connect · Fri, 23 Oct 2026
Dakota Jones, a professional runner and environmental advocate, initiated a project called 'Where the Water Was' to highlight the urgent issues facing Utah's Great Salt Lake. Originally planning a solo 260-mile run, an injury led him to adapt the event into a five-day relay involving 63 supporters, who collectively raised more than $3,800 for the lake's protection.
The Great Salt Lake, the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere, is experiencing significant shrinkage due to climate change and water management practices. This relay not only aimed to raise funds but also to draw attention to the ecological impacts of the lake's decline on both the environment and local communities. Jones emphasizes that running can serve as a powerful platform for advocating important causes, blending sport with environmental activism.
Source & attribution
This is an original eFit Connect summary based on reporting by iRunFar, first published 23 Oct 2026. It is general information, not medical advice.