2 running events in Boxford, Massachusetts

The 9th Annual Wildcat Trail Run event is a beautiful event that starts/finishes at the Danvers YMCA Camp over-looking the picturesque Stiles Pond in Boxford. Both the run and the walk around the Wildcat State Forest Trail that features ponds, vernal pools & scenic surroundings-- there is a separate course for the runners and walkers/waggers. The post-race celebration includes tasty treats for all and the coveted chance for one lucky participant to win a $150 GC to New England Running Company!

$ Cash Prizes for the Fastest Male/Female, Special Gift Card Prizes for 2-3 fastest Male/Female. Special race shirt for all participants who sign up by March 31. All participants receive a special cinch bag with coupons/treats.

Race starts at 9:30am, registration opens at 8:30am. GPS location: 4a Stiles Pond Road, Boxford.

Join us on Saturday July 4th at 8:00am for the 35th Annual Boxford July 4th Road Race. Set in the historic East Boxford Village, this wonderful family event includes something for everyone including a 2.5 and 5 mile competitive event, and the Boxford mile. All runners and walkers are encouraged to join in the fun!

The overall fastest male and female 5-mile, 2.5-mile, and Youth 1-mile (who has registered by July 1st) will receive a gift card for Benson's Ice-Cream. There will be medals for the top three male and female runners in each age group and finisher ribbons for all competitors in the Youth Mile. Race times will be available by age group following the run.

The Boxford Mile Race starts at 8:00am. The 5 Mile / 2.5 Mile runs start approximately at 8:15 a.m. (after the conclusion of the Boxford Mile). The mile run will NOT have a water stop. The 2.5 mile course will have 1 water stop and the 5 mile course will have 2 water stops.

Shirts are guaranteed for the first 350 registrations.

Registration fees: Early Bird registration is $30.00 (plus processing fees) until May 31st for the 2.5 mile, 5 mile, and adult 1 mile (17+), Youth 1 mile (16 and under) is $25.00 (plus processing fees) until May 31st. Regular registration is $35.00 (plus processing fees) for the 2.5 mile, 5 mile, and adult 1 mile (17+), Youth 1 mile (16 and under) is $30.00 (plus processing fees) until July 4th at 7:30am when online registration closes.

Proceeds support the Jennifer Tinney Scholarship Fund at Masconomet High School and the BAA Road Race Scholarship for a Boxford Senior. The race is followed by the Boxford 4th of July parade and fun activities for the family at the East Boxford Fire Station. Please visit www.baasports.com for further information, or email [email protected]