Windsor, Massachusetts · Sunday, July 12, 2026
The Notchview Ultra is an ultra event held on Sunday, July 12, 2026. It is located at 83 Old Route 9 in Windsor, Massachusetts.
Free to Run
The Berkshire Ultra Running Community for Service (BURCS) is excited to present 2026's Free to Run Trail Races! This race supports Free to Run, Inc., an organization whose is to enable women and girls to safely and boldly engage in outdoor activity in conflict-affected regions. Through a combination of sports programs, life skills development, and community outreach, they help women to reclaim public spaces and work to change views about the roles that women can (and should!) play in a society. Their programs are designed to develop community leaders who can bring people together across cultural, ethnic and religious lines. They work to provide our participants with the tools to succeed because they can and will be a force for positive change.
The Basics
Date: September 12, 2026 - back to the fall this year!Distances: 50k - 25k - 15k - 5 mileStart Times: 50k: 8:00 AM. 25k and 15k: 9:00 AM. 5 miler; 9:30AM.Location: Pittsfield State Forest, Pittsfield MA.Course: This is BURCS' "hard" race! The course features long climbs, fast descents, and some of the most beautiful scenery in the county. We are stoked to share the wonderful Pittsfield State Forest with our running friends. Race options for 2026 include a 50k ultramarathon, a 25k, a 15k, and new for 2026 - a 5 mile option. All distances are approximate; if I'm being honest.. you're probably going to get a little bit of a bonus. The race course is designed as a double-loop/figure 8, combining for approximately 15.5 miles and 3000 feet of vertical gain. A few SLIGHT tweaks to the course for 2026, but we're keeping all the best bits. The "Big Loop" is ~10.5 miles, and consists of climbs to Pine Mountain, Tower Mountain, and Berry Hill. This loop features several breathtaking vistas, a fun section along the Taconic Crest Trail, and a fast, winding descent back to the start/finish line. The "Little Loop" is a little bit shorter than last year, now about 5.5 miles long. It still begins with an ascent up the gorgeous Lulu Brook trail, and then makes its way back down via a fast, windy descent to the start-finish line.50k runners will complete both the "Big Loop" and the "Little Loop" two times. 25k runners will do each loop onces. 15k runners will do the "Big Loop" once; 5 mile runners will do the "Little Loop". They're all great!Cutoffs: 50k must be completed within twelve hours (by 8:00 PM) for an official finish. One hard cutoff, the last "small loop" must be started by 6:00 PM (ten hours). Aid Stations: THREE aid stations this year! With all of your favorite aid station staples, plus perhaps a few surprises! This is designed to be a challenging race and the expectation is that runners will carry water and some calories with them on the course. Awards and Shirts: Each finisher will receive a finishers award. All runners who register prior to September 1st will receive a shirt; runners who register after that date will receive a shirt on a best-efforts basis. Pricing: We're keeping pricing the same as in prior years. If you're looking to save a couple of dollars - or if you already own WAY too many race shirts as it is - use the "NOSHIRT" code at checkout and we'll take $20 off your total. Camping: There are multiple campsites in Pittsfield State Forest complete with showers and bathrooms. Runners are responsible for booking their own campsites with Pittsfield State ForestWe reserve the right to convert this to a virtual event, should we be unable to secure race permits or if state or local officials prohibit our ability to hold this as an in-person event. Because we donate profits to charities, we do not offer refunds or deferrals, with the exception of pregnancy deferrals. If you can not make it to the event, please consider your registration a donation.
What is BURCS?
The Berkshire Ultra Running Community for Service was founded in 2013 by three passionate long-distance runners from Western Massachusetts. The BURCS crew is composed of runners of all ages who seek to use their passion for sport and activism to spread awareness about important social, civic, and environmental issues. Please check out burcsrunners.org, as well as our Facebook group, for more information.
Event's current local time: 4:25 AM ET
THE 2026 MARATHON IS FULL. THERE IS NO WAITLIST AND NO BIB TRANSFERS.
The New England Green River Marathon is one of the most beautiful races in New England. Starting in Marlboro, Vermont and following the course of the Green River through an 1870’s covered bridge, and ending with a finish-line celebration in the shade of maple trees at Greenfield Community College in Massachusetts. This USATF-certified (Certification MA18003JK) course has a net 1,400 foot drop over a rolling, downhill course that has seen many personal best and Boston qualifying times for well-trained runners. Choose below from either the regular entry, OR if you want to support the Connecticut River Conservancy by raising an additional $250, join the Stream Team! This funding will go directly to the CRC for their efforts to restore and advocate for clean water, healthy habitats, and resilient communities to support a diverse and thriving watershed.
Come Run, Stroll & Roll! Stanley Park will be hosting the 14th Run Stanley. Run Stanley has grown into a fun yearly tradition for the whole family, whether they like to run, walk, roll, or bark. Join us for this all-inclusive event on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 10:00 am at Stanley Park. This event includes the 5K trail run/walk, a 5K K9 trail run/walk, the Munchkin Run hosted by Dunkin’ Donuts, and The Stroll & Roll. The Stroll & Roll is a wheel friendly a 1-mile non-competitive walk through Stanley Park’s accessible pathways.
The school with the most Munchkin Run participants wins the coveted “Stanley Cup School Spirit Trophy,” which will be displayed at their school for the entire school year!
The race will help to raise funds to benefit the care and upkeep of the Frank Stanley Beveridge Wildlife Sanctuary, Stanley Park and its accessible pathways. Please join the community of runners, walkers, hikers, dog owner and nature lovers who love Stanley Park.
Register by September 18, 2026 to be guaranteed a T-shirt.
Run Stanley Race Day Schedule:
Late Registration: 9:00am - 10:00am at Children’s Pavilion
T-Shirt & Bib Pickup: 9:00am -10:00am at Children’s Pavilion
Vendor Village 9:00 am - 12:00pm
Kids' Munchkin Warmup: 9:30am
Kids’ Munchkin Run: 10:00am
K9 5K Run/Walk : 10:20am
The Stroll & Roll (1-mile accessible stroll): 10:20am
5K Run/Walk: 10:25am
If you are interested in volunteering please use this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/0/d/e/1FAIpQLSennZ3hM8TJO4yhvKixTReyrAHMdx-8FxWkBz97NcEQiH2etw/formResponse
Prizes will be awarded for the following categories and mailed to the winners:
1st Place Male and Female 5k Student Run/Walk
1st Place Male and Female 5k Run/Walk
1st Place Male and Female K9 5k Run/Walk
Oldest and Youngest Finisher of 5k Run/Walk