Our Mission
The Triple Crown strives to organize a series of quality running races that create a better sense of community, promote healthy activities, and raise support for and awareness of three partnering charitable organizations: the Auburn-Lewiston YMCA, the Fletcher Foundation, and the Bridge Run Foundation.
General Information
The Triple Crown is a running series in Lewiston/Auburn, Maine; consisting of three 5K races (YMCA Fit Fest-June 7th, Emily's Run-July 19th, and The Bridge Run-August 23rd) held throughout the summer, open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Participants can run an individual race or run all the races in the Series!
Each 5K race is capped at 800 participants
First 100 paid registrants receive a free gift
USATF certified courses, chip-timing, refreshments, music, prize drawings, and apparel for sale.
Free registration for all children ages 14 and under and all adults 75 and over for all the Triple Crown 5K races!
Prizes to overall winners and 5 year age category awards!
Complimentary prize to all Triple Crown finishers!
Grand prize raffle for all Triple Crown finishers!
All 5K races start promptly at 8:30 AM.
Your age on Bridge Run Race Day, August 23, 2026 will be used for entire series.
Children 14 & Under, Seniors 75 & Over, and Adaptive Racers - FREE
Adaptive Racers (Example: Wheelchair) - Please Contact Event Organizers for registration details
On October 11 St. Mary’s and Bates College are teaming up for a 5K Run/Walk and Kids Obstacle Course. The event is aptly named Steps for Hope. Our collective goal is to raise funds to expand the spaces available for behavioral health hospitalization and bring awareness to the mental health crises affecting our youth and adults from our community and every corner of Maine.
Starting and ending at Oxbow Beer Garden, Moxie's Memorial 5k is a trail run/walk in Oxford, Maine, to benefit Mission Working Dogs. Moxie is the main reason our non-profit was founded, with the goal of providing properly trained service dogs to those in need in our community. The course will start at Oxbow and run along the blue ski trail (Anne's Moon Dance), then up to the Mission Working Dogs training center via a trail connector to Moxie's Place and back to the brewery. The first 200 in-person participants will receive a race t-shirt at check-in. Additional Mission Working Dogs merchandise will be available for purchase.
Due to safety and liability regulations, only properly trained service dogs will be allowed on the race course - no pets. In-person participants who are age 21 or over will receive one beer ticket to Oxbow Beer Garden, to be redeemed the day of the race only. Oxbow's kitchen will open early for the day at 11 am so you can enjoy pizza and drinks after the race. Restrooms will be available before and during the event.
The Course Deets The Land of Light race is a really unique opportunity to race on six different trail systems while benefiting two local non profits!The 100k course is a fully human powered category where runners cannot use a car to travel between parcels but must cycle there! The course totals 25k running & 75k cycling and will be a feat worth boasting about! It starts at the Virgil Parris Preserve, starting the race with a 3k loop to warm up the legs before the crushing climb on the bike over Streaked Mt into town and heading to Roberts Farm on a 5k loop at Roberts Farm Preserve and then travel to Noyes Mountain to run a steep 4k lollipop. Then down to Shepard's Farm for a rolling 8k lollipop through Witt Swamp and the farm preserve, running past a collection of awesome artwork and statues. Racers then head to Twin Bridges and run on the Crooked River parcel for another 4k loop through lush forest before making the final ride to Hawk Mt, racing a short up and down 3k to the finish line at
the overlook gazing south across Bear Pond towards Sebago. 100k relay teams will be allowed to swap rider or runner at any transition point but not mid course. This hand off can be done at any trailhead. Relay teams can alternate which partner rides or runs more than once.You do not want to miss this!There is no set travel course for the bike segments. Cyclists can use any open public road to access the parcels BUT MUST ABIDE BY ALL LEGAL ROAD LAWS. Racers cannot use an e-bike. GPS and navigation ARE allowed. Racers are not required to submit GPS data to the director unless they are in contention for a podium spot and are requested by the RD. This is to verify that the entire course was actually covered. Cyclists may use any legal open public road to access the parcels based on their understanding of the local area and the limitations of their bikes. We will provide what we feel is a good safe route so that racers may be prepared for the day but navigation will ultimately be on racers as
the road travel is open and unsupported. Race Start Times:100k 900am at Virgil Parris Preserve on Sodom rd in Buckfield Beneficiaries All profits from this race are donated directly to TruStrength Tomorrow, a 501c3 non-profit company that provides scholarships to youth, within the Oxford Hills School District, to be able to attend indoor/outdoor fitness programs that will help them live a healthier lifestyle. This includes programs that offer mentorship/positive adult-youth relationship building, physical fitness training, ski and rock climbing clinics, and leadership development clinics. To learn more or to donate visit www.tstomorrow.com10% of the proceeds will also be given to Western Foothill Land Trust for their partnership with us in this race. www.wfltmaine.org Aid Stations Racers will be provided aid stations at the following parcels:Robert's Farm - Full aid Noyes Mt - *H20 onlyShepard's Farm - Full AidHawk - *H20 Only but we will bring leftovers from other parcels there as we close
themFull aid stations will include some version of normal race munchies: pb&j, bananas, chips, pretzels, & candy*In an effort to be less impactful to the environment this race is CUPLESS. Races should expect to carry their own cup or bottle for refilling at stations. Racers utilizing an aid car (run-only category) can keep any aid in their vehicles they would like. Restoring Reverence for the Land For thousands of years, the Wabanaki people have lived upon and cared for this land, which they named Dawnland. The Penobscot, Passamaquoddy, Mi'kmaq, and Maliseet tribes are the original inhabitants of the lands we now call Maine and the Canadian Maritimes. This event was named in recognition and respect of the Wabanaki people's reverence for the land they lived upon. We have never lived in a time where the need to restore reverence for the earth has been so urgent. The Western Foot Hills Land Trust also works to connect people to the land that we use and live in so this race seemed a fitting
opportunity for us to open that conversation with you about how we experience deeper care and relationship with the planet we tread and depend upon. Course Map This Caltopo link can be used to view our recommended travel route and the approximate run courses at each parcel. *Subject to change at Race Director's discretion.More detailed GPX files for each parcel will be provided in the emailed race briefing prior to the event.This link is a map of the 100k bike route https://caltopo.com/m/5FM6M Fully Human Powered Notes 100k Racers will check in at Virgil Parris Preserve the morning of the event Buckfield. There are only a handful of parking spots at the start of the race at Virgil Parris, but automobiles can be parked along the East side of the road along the woods. Cyclists can also be dropped off or ride to the start. Automobiles can be left at the park and ride lot in Buckfield just a mile away from the VP trailhead. NEW THIS YEAR!! We are partnering with RideShare to offer a shuttle to
the start. 100k Racers that want to take advantage of this service can leave their car at RADR field complex in Harrison and we will shuttle riders and bikes over on a small bus or van. This is limited to 100k soloist only. We will arrange heats of expected pickup times in the final week leading up to the race.If not using the shuttle, 100k Cyclists should plan to be picked up or ride out from Hawk Mt. RADR Field in Harrison is a convenient place to leave a vehicle that is a short downhill ride from Hawk Mt. Awards Party Come join us at 290 Maine Street in Norway for a post race celebration where we will announce the podium finishers and give away some swag. They have a great menu of food and drinks ready to order. We will likely be outside on their patio so dress warm! Event's current local time: 4:47 AM ET
Third Annual Alumni Race!
Get ready to lace up your running shoes or take a leisurely stroll as the current XC team dares our esteemed Alumni to a friendly yet exhilarating race. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just looking for some family fun, all are welcome to join us on this memorable occasion!
When: Saturday, August 22nd, 2026, starting at 10:00 AM
Where: MINOT COMMUNITY PARK TRAILS Located behind MINOT CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL
Mark your calendars and gather your loved ones for a morning of fitness, camaraderie, and nostalgia. We can't wait to see you there, ready to hit the trails and create lasting memories!
Schedule of Events:
9:00AM - Race Registration Opens
9:45AM - Kids Fun Run
10:00AM - PRHS XC Alumni Race
12:00PM - BBQ @Poland Regional High School
1:00PM - Kickball Game
In 2026, the Ruck for the Fallen will unite members of our community to honor our fallen Service Members in a 10k obstacle course race hosted at Pineland Farms in New Gloucester, ME. We do this in tribute of those men and women from our local community whose lives were lost while serving in our nation's Armed Forces and who fought to defend the freedoms of America that we enjoy each and every day.
During this race, participants will strap packs to their backs and ruck through the beautiful (yet challenging) trails of Pineland Farms before undertaking "The Crucible," a series of 20+ obstacles that will test your strength, will, and endurance before crossing the finish line and earning your place amongst the elite.
Challenge. Serve. Inspire. These are the three pillars of R4TF that we encourage each member of our community to emulate. Together, we will carry forth the selfless service and extraordinary character that was exemplified by each of our fallen heroes. By doing so, we will remember them and continue to live a life worthy of their sacrifice.
We’re thrilled to announce we will be back in 2027 with our 2nd annual gravel ride presented by Pinebury! On Sunday, June 20, 2027, riders can take on either a 25-mile or 50-mile gravel route, starting and ending at Pineland Farms in New Gloucester. The gravel ride offers the perfect blend of challenge and adventure, whether you’re new to gravel cycling or a seasoned rider looking for something fresh. Gravel participants will still enjoy the full Trek experience—crossing the finish line alongside those completing the 3-day Trek Across Maine for an unforgettable celebration.
The updated route will be posted on TrekAcrossMaine.org once available.
Registration is $50 with a $100 fundraising minimum, or $65 on event day with the same fundraising requirement.
Volunteers are needed—please contact Emily at [email protected].
Interested in riding our three-day, 180-mile ride? Check out the details at TrekAcrossMaine.org.
Last Man Standing Ultramarathon is a backyard ultra race held on the pristine, wooded trails of Pineland Farms in New Gloucester, Maine. The course is a 4.2 mile loop with double track and some moderate elevation gain.
The LMS course is as inviting as it is challenging. Those who are new to trail running and the backyard ultra format may find themselves completing new personal best distances. Trail veterans will push against their toughest limits and break through them!
UCan 5K & Kids Fun Run – A Community Tradition Continues
Join us on Saturday, August 29th as we proudly host the second year of the revived UCan 5K, a cherished community tradition held in loving memory of Candace Woolston. This meaningful event celebrates community spirit, wellness, and the enduring legacy of a beloved community member.
Participants will enjoy a scenic 5K course showcasing the natural beauty of Raymond, including picturesque views of Sebago Lake. The race will begin and end at Sheri Gagnon Memorial Park, traveling along familiar local roads that make this event both memorable and enjoyable for runners and walkers of all abilities.
In addition to the 5K, we are excited to offer a Kids Fun Run prior to the main event—providing our youngest community members an opportunity to participate and promote healthy, active lifestyles.
Proceeds from this year’s UCan 5K will directly benefit four outstanding organizations dedicated to strengthening our community.
We invite you to run, walk, and rally around this special cause as we continue building momentum in the second year of bringing this important tradition back to Raymond.
Registration is now open. Shirts are not guaranteed for participants who register after August 1st.
Welcome to the Bradbury Badass Races Get ready for this beautiful challenge and the conclusion of the Bradbury Trail Running Series, where finishers earn the coveted Badass Hoodie as a badge of honor.There are two race options to choose from. Both will earn you a Badass Hoodie if you are completing the series, but only the Half-Pint 25K counts toward the Bradbury Trail Running Series standings and overall awards.Formerly part of the Big Brad Ultras, this event has evolved into the Bradbury Badass Races.In the Half-Pint, runners will tackle a 15.5-mile loop that’s a gauntlet of classic Maine singletrack. This journey takes you on both sides of Bradbury Mountain State Park—over Tryon Mountain, around the powerlines and Elwood Loop (better known as “Snowman’s Loop”), and back into the park for the finish.Expect tough hills, rocks, roots, and very little flat, including a 1/2 mile of paved road and 1/4 mile of dirt road.The Pounder 50K is the same course—just twice the fun. Two laps. Same
terrain. Higher stakes.If you’re a true glutton for punishment, you can finish the series with the Pounder instead of the Half-Pint. It won’t make you eligible for the series title, but it will make a statement.So why not finish the series with an ultramarathon? Registration Cap The Pounder 50K is capped at 80 runners.The Half-Pint 25K is capped at 120 runners.If the Half-Pint reaches capacity due to runners completing the Bradbury Trail Running Series, the cap may be adjusted at the discretion of the race director to allow all eligible series finishers to register.Once a race reaches capacity:• Registration will close• No additional entries will be accepted• No wait list• No bib transfers — NO EXCEPTIONS• Pounder runners may drop down to the Half-Pint prior to registration closing, but no refunds will be issued for the difference in entry feesThese limits ensure a safe and enjoyable experience and accommodate limited parking at Bradbury Mountain State Park.This event is about quality, not
quantity. Race Day Schedule Race Start: 8:00 AMRegistration / Bib Pickup: 7:00 AM – 7:45 AMAll runners must check in prior to the start.All registered runners will receive their race-specific T-shirt at registration.You must be present to receive your shirt. Race Rules / Trail Etiquette The final race cutoff is 10 hours (6:00 PM). This allows up to 5 hours per lap for Pounder (50K) runners. Any Pounder runner who does not complete the first lap within 5 hours will be recorded as a DNF and will not be allowed to continue onto the second lap. Half-Pint runners may use the full 10-hour cutoff window to complete their race.Be respectful of other trail users. The park is open to the public. Yield when appropriate and communicate clearly when passing.Stay on the marked course.Please do not litter. Pack out anything you bring onto the course.We ask runners not to wear headphones so they can hear volunteers, race instructions, and fellow runners on the trail.No dogs are permitted on the course or
in the event. While we love our four-legged trail companions, dogs are not allowed to participate with runners during the race for the safety of runners, volunteers, spectators, and the dogs themselves. Pacers No pacers are allowed for this event. Drop Bags (50K Only) Pounder runners may place one drop bag at the central aid station.This is ideal for changing shoes, socks, nutrition, or gear between laps.• Clearly label bags with your name and bib number• All bags must be retrieved after the race• Any unclaimed bags or items will be donated• Trail Monster Running is not responsible for lost or damaged items. Aid Stations There will be two fully stocked aid stations: PT Cruiser’s, located in the start/finish field, and Snowman’s, located on Lawrence Road at the Tryon Mountain trailhead parking lot.Runners will pass each aid station twice per loop. The longest distance between aid stations is approximately 6 miles.Aid stations will be well-stocked with a mix of hot foods, sweet and salty
snacks, fresh fruit, and a variety of drinks, including water, electrolyte mix (Tailwind Mandarin Orange), soda, coffee, and broth.Trail Monster aid stations are simple, reliable, and runner-focused, staffed by experienced ultra runners who know how to keep you moving. Awards & Prizes • No age group awards• All finishers will receive a custom finisher glass for their respective race• Runners who complete the Bradbury Mountain Trail Race Series will earn the Badass Hoodie• The overall male and female champions of the series will receive ahandcrafted Adirondack chair from Prospect Mountain Furniture Trail Monster Running Trail Monster Running is a nonprofit organization.All organizers including race directors are unpaid volunteers who put on these races simply because we love trail running and the community that surrounds it.Proceeds go to equipment to make our races better, as well as local nonprofit organizations and charities related to the outdoors and trails, including such groups as
Royal River Conservation Trust.Any leftover race shirts or hoodies are donated to local homeless shelters. Event's current local time: 4:29 AM ET
Welcome to the Bruiser There is no letting up on the Bruiser. This race takes you on the majority of Bradbury’s East Side trail system and delivers a longer, more demanding course filled with rugged New England terrain.Expect a crazy twisting, turning 12-mile loop of single-track trails filled with rocks, roots, bumps, and hills. Save something for the last two miles, as the “O-Trail” is where this race earns its name.The Bruiser: Tough miles, great trails, and the Trail Monster community waiting at the finish line. Race Rules / Trail Etiquette • The race cutoff is 3 hours 36 minutes(18-minute mile pace)• Be respectful of other trail users. The park is open to the public. • Yield when appropriate and communicate clearly when passing.• Stay on the marked course.• Please do not litter. Pack out anything you bring onto the course.• We ask runners not to wear headphones so they can hear volunteers, race instructions, and fellow runners on the trail.• No dogs are permitted on the course or in
the event. While we love our four-legged trail companions, dogs are not allowed to participate with runners during the race for the safety of runners, volunteers, spectators, and the dogs themselves. Registration Cap Each race in the Bradbury Mountain Trail Series is capped at 160 runners.When this number is reached, registration will close and no additional entries will be accepted.• No wait list• No bib number transfers. No Exceptions• No same day RegistrationWe keep the races intentionally small to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants and because parking at Bradbury Mountain State Park is limited.This series is about quality, not quantity. Race Day Schedule Bib Pickup / Check-In:8:00 – 8:45AM race day morningAll registered runners will receive this year’s custom race T-shirt featuring a brand new design each year.T-shirts will be distributed at bib pickup.You must be present to receive your shirt. Awards & Prizes The top three overall male and female finishers will receive
first choice from the prize table.Additional prizes will be awarded through random drawings among the winners of each decade age group, giving runners across all age groups a chance to take home something special.The majority of our prizes are generously donated by our wonderful sponsors, including Marathon Sports, Wicked Joe Organic Coffee, Squirrel’s Nut Butter, Lamey Wellehan Shoes and Prospect Mountain Furniture. Bradbury Mountain Trail Race Series The Bruiser is the thrid race of the Bradbury Mountain Trail Race Series.Runners who complete four races in the series within the cutoff times will earn the coveted Bad Ass Hoodie. Hoodies will be distributed to eligible finishers after the fourth race in the series, one of the BadAss Races. The overall male and female champions of the Bradbury Mountain Trail Race Series will receive a handcrafted Adirondack chair from Prospect Mountain Furniture, in addition to their Bad Ass Hoodie and individual race prizes. Trail Monster Running Trail
Monster Running is a nonprofit organization.All organizers including race directors are unpaid volunteers who put on these races simply because we love trail running and the community that surrounds it.Proceeds go to equipment to make our races better, as well as local nonprofit organizations and charities related to the outdoors and trails, including such groups as Royal River Conservation Trust.Any leftover race shirts or hoodies are donated to local homeless shelters. Event's current local time: 4:13 AM ET