Pleasant Mountain Race

Five Fields Farm 50k This is a figure-8, three lap course that navigates through the Bald Pate Preserve and Holt Pond Preserve. Each lap finishes with a section right through the heart of the apple orchard. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or looking to break into the ultra distances, this race is sure to challenge you. Bald Pate 10k Join us for the third annual Bald Pate 10k! Wind your way through the ancient pitch pine forest and take in beautiful views of Foster Pond and the surrounding area. This is a challenging course that features steep climbs and technical terrain. Details When: Sunday, August 30thWhere: Five Fields Farm - 720 S Bridgton Rd, Bridgton, ME 04009Race Start: Five Fields Farm 50k - 7:00 amBald Pate 10k - 9:00 amBib Pick-up: Five Field Farms 50k - Race morning 6:00 - 6:45 am Bald Pate 10k - Race morning 7:00 - 8:45 amPrice:Five Fields Farm 50k - $75Bald Pate 10k - $35 There are no official cutoff times, although we prefer all runners finish before sunset.*Sign up for 1

race in the series and get $5 off another race in the series! (Coupons do not rollover to following years)**Sign up for any 3 races in the series (Crooked River 5k, Bald Pate 10k, Five Fields Farm 50k, and Pleasant Mountain Race) and get a series hoodie! NEW THIS YEAR: Sign up for any 3 races in the series and get entered to win a $150 gift card for Canyon Wren Coaching with Acadia Gantz!!*All proceeds benefit the Loon Echo Land Trust, a non-profit that works to conserve land in the Lakes Region, including Bald Pate Mountain. The Five Fields Farm 50k Course This course features trails from both the Bald Pate and Holt Pond Preserves, starting and finishing at the Five Fields Farm apple orchard. Be prepared for steep climbs, technical and narrow singletrack, and long rolling terrain! This is a three lap, figure-8 course. Each lap is a little over 10 miles with 1350' of elevation gain. Course map and elevation profile located in race photos. Note: Small segments of this course do cross private

property. They have allowed us to use those sections of the trail for this race. Please treat landowners and their property with respect during the race and refrain from training on private property prior to the race.Start at Five Fields Farm, traverse the xc ski trail that connects to the Bald Pate parking lot, head down Moose Trail until you reach Pate Trail. Take a left up Pate Trail and continue to the Bald Pate summit. Take Foster Pond Lookout Trail off of the summit and connect onto Town Farm Brook Trail. Follow Town Farm Brook until you reach Fosterville Road, take a left onto Knapp Road and connect onto Holt Pond trail. Loop Holt Pond going clockwise, using Chaplins Mill Road to connect to the other side of the pond (Southern Shore Trail). Connect back onto Knapp Road, then Fosterville Road, back to Town Farm Brook Trail. At the Town Farm Brook Trail and Five Fields Farm Trail junction, turn right onto the Five Fields Farm trail. This takes you through the apple orchard and to the

finish.Link to gpx file here: Five Fields Farm 50k Course gpx The Bald Pate 10k Course This is a rugged course that features everything a trail enthusiast could ask for, all packed into 10 kilometers and 1800' of elevation gain! Technical single-track, steep climbs, bombing downhills, mud, and scenic vistas. Course map and elevation profile located in race photos.Start at Five Fields Farm, traverse the xc ski trail that connects to the Bald Pate parking lot, head down Moose Trail for 1 mile, turn left up the west side of the South Face Loop trail to start the first climb, continue straight onto the Foster Pond Lookout Trail, continue right on the Foster Pond Lookout Trail for an out-and-back at the viewpoint, continue on your way back from the viewpoint to the junction of Foster Pond Lookout and Bob Chase, take a left to climb up Bob Chase, follow Bob Chase all the way through the summit, then head down the east side of the South Face Loop Trail, continue on South Face Loop Trail until you

reach the Pate Trail junction, take a right and climb up Pate trail (Steep at 40% grade!) to the summit, turn left at the summit and back to the west side of the South Face Loop Trail, descend the South Face Loop Trail back onto Moose Trail, continue through the Bald Pate parking lot to the xc ski trail, to the finish at Five Fields Farm.Link to gpx file here: Bald Pate 10k Course gpx*Note: gpx map doesn't include the snowmobile connector trail from Five Fields Farm to the Bald Pate Preserve Trailhead. The gpx starts at the Bald Pate Trailhead. Five Fields Farm 50k Aid Station There will be two aid stations along the course, not counting the start/finish. The first aid station is shared with the 10k, at the Bob Chase/Foster Pond Lookout/Town Farm Brook Junction, about 2.5 miles in from the start/finish. This station will have water, Tailwind, and light snacks. The second aid station will be located on the Holt Pond Loop at the Grist Mill Road Trailhead, roughly 5 miles in from the

start/finish. This station will have water, Tailwind, gels, and some more substantial snack items. With it being a three lap course, the start/finish will also serve as an aid station. There will be water, Tailwind, and your classic ultra favorites (chips, cheese quesadillas, pb & j sandwiches). Starting at noon there will also be a cookout with burgers and hot dogs! Bald Pate 10k Aid Station There will be one aid station. This will be located at the junction of Bob Chase and Foster Pond Lookout Trail, approximately 3 miles in. The aid station will have water, Tailwind, and light snacks. Volunteers Not interested in running but still want to be involved? Consider volunteering! We are mainly looking for individuals to direct participants at key points on the course and to help participants at the start/finish, and at the aid station. Help our participants stay hydrated, nourished, and on course! Any and all help is greatly appreciated, no experience necessary. Reach out to

[email protected] with questions and interest. Sponsors Event's current local time: 4:21 AM ET

A scenic out & back run beginning at the historic Waterford Commons and continuing alongside Keoka Lake, while offering the classic fall beauty amidst the rolling hills!!!

The race is held in conjunction with The Waterford/Harrison PTO "Great Western Chili Cook Off" w/free chili samples for all 5K race participants!!!

Event details and schedule

• Race Day Registration opens @ 9:00 AM

• Roads leading to the event will close @ 11:20 AM

• Children's Fun Run begins @ 11:30 AM

• 5K Road Race & Fitness walk begins @ 12 Noon

• Designated parking within walking distance of the start

• Porta-Potties available near registration station

• Please no pets

• All registrations are final and no transfers will be permitted

• Free T-Shirts for the first (100) 5K entries received before Sept 11

Cranmore Mountain Race Set against the dramatic backdrop of the White Mountains in North Conway, the Cranmore Mountain Race is a classic mountain running event that pushes your legs and rewards your grit. This mountain footrace winds up and down the slopes of Cranmore Mountain, offering hard-earned views and a rewarding descent back to the base. As part of the historic USATF-New England Mountain Running Circuit, it attracts dedicated trail runners from across the region. Presented by La Sportiva La Sportiva builds technical mountain footwear and gear rooted in nearly a century of alpine know-how, so you can trust your footing and push through rugged terrain at challenging races like the Vulcan’s Fury Trail Race. Shop LaSportiva Course The course covers roughly 10 kilometers spread over two loops that each climb and descend the mountain. You’ll start at the base area and immediately begin gaining elevation across grassy ski slopes, twist through mountain bike singletrack, and roll along

well-graded service roads. The ascent routes test your strength, and the descents demand careful footing and technique, especially since poles and headphones are prohibited.Each lap includes approximately 1,200 feet of vertical gain, making this mountain run more demanding than a typical trail event of the same distance. Aid & Support There is one aid station situated near the start/finish area to serve racers throughout the day. Expect it to offer water and basic fueling options typical for mountain races. Runner Experience Race day at Cranmore is energetic, with runners ranging from teens to masters athletes taking on the challenging terrain. The up-and-down format gives spectators plenty of chances to cheer you on — you’ll loop past the base area twice.The setting at Cranmore Mountain Resort means there’s mountain resort energy in the air and plenty of scenery to enjoy around race services and post-run socializing. Practical details: Registration fee: ~$50 (includes event tech tee if

registered by early deadline)Bib pick-up: 7:45–?8:45AM at Arlberg Base LodgeRace start: 9:00AMTerrain: Ski slope, mountain singletrack, gravel service roadsRestrictions: No hiking poles or headphones allowed during the race Event's current local time: 4:51 AM ET