4 events in Southern Pines, North Carolina

The Weymouth Woods 25k/50k will be held on April 4, 2026 at Weymouth Woods -Sandhills Nature Preserve. The race will be held on a course consisting of trails filled with roots and sand covered by a canopy of long leaf pine trees.

A well stocked aid station will be at the start/finish. This is a cupless event. Runners must provide their own bottles, flasks, reusable cups, etc. Runners will have plenty of room to set up small personal aid stations/chairs/drop bags if needed.

All runners will receive a t-shirt and all finishers will receive a finisher's medal. T-shirts will not be mailed if a runner does not attend the event. There will be no refunds and deferments will be handled on a case by case basis. Register by 3/8/26 to be guaranteed your requested t-shirt size.

Clockwork Race Timing will provide electronic timing.

All proceeds from this event will be donated to Friends of Weymouth Woods.

Runners must register by March 8th to be guaranteed their shirt size. We will do our best to get runners who register after that date the shirt size of their choosing but we will not be able to guarantee it.

COVID GUIDELINES

In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order #210, dated April 29, 2021, outdoor gatherings are restricted to 200 people. Should the field increase to exceed that number, additional guidelines will be listed here, and an e-mail will be sent out to all registered participants. Additionally, the same Order also specified that face masks are not required for outdoor activities. We will update any further changes to those guidelines as they occur.

Pedal for Paratroopers – Tri-Distance Charity Bicycle Ride

Pedal for Paratroopers is a Tri-Distance Charity Bicycle Ride welcoming cyclists of all ages and skill levels to ride in support of those who serve. This is a rain or shine event focused on community, service, and the enduring Airborne spirit — All the Way.

Beneficiary

All proceeds and donations benefit the All American Adventure Program, which promotes resilience and mental health for at-risk active-duty Paratroopers and Veterans of the 82nd Airborne Division. The program provides access to counseling resources and restorative outdoor experiences such as kayaking, hiking, and equine therapy.

Event Location

Start/Finish:

McDeeds Creek Elementary

2953 Camp Easter Road

Southern Pines, NC 28387

Event parking is available on-site at McDeeds Creek Elementary.

Event Format & Start Times

This is a charity ride and is not officially timed, though race clocks will be present for reference.

Staggered Starts:

100K Ride – 8:00 AM

64K Ride – 8:10 AM

34K Ride – 8:20 AM

Cyclists of all ages are welcome to participate at their own risk. Minors should be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Routes

34K (24.2 miles)

PFP ALT 34K

https://www.strava.com/routes/3412389877102214494

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53835055

64K (40.7 miles)

PFP ALT 64K

https://www.strava.com/routes/3412450651806677790

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53839433

100K (64.0 miles)

PFP ALT 100K

https://www.strava.com/routes/3412394763913354014

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53832201

Safety Information

Tail lights and Helmets are required for all riders and must be ANSI- or CPSC-approved.

This is an open-road ride. Riders must obey all traffic laws and ride safely at all times.

SAG trail vehicles will follow the last rider on each route to provide support as needed.

Packet Pickup

Early Packet Pickup:

📍 82nd Airborne Division Association

2915 Raeford Road (STE 201)

Fayetteville, NC 28303

📅 April 13–17, 2026

⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Same-Day Packet Pickup & Registration:

📍 McDeeds Creek Elementary

⏰ Begins at 6:30 AM on event day

Registration Information

Online Registration: $65

Online Registration Closes: 11:59 PM on April 17, 2026

Same-Day Registration:

Online 12:00 AM on April 18, 2026

On-Site begins at 6:30 AM

$75 registration fee

Refund Policy:

Refunds may be considered for emergencies or extenuating circumstances.

What’s Included

Event T-shirt included with registration

T-shirts are guaranteed only for participants registered by April 1, 2026

Water and snacks

Two on-course water and snack resupply points

Custom Event Association Water bottles are not included but will be available for purchase.

Amenities

Portable restrooms and handwashing stations will be available at McDeeds Creek Elementary.

On-Site Bike Support will be available.

Food Available

Enjoy post-ride food from Blue Suede BBQ:

Pulled Pork BBQ Plate (sandwich, fries, and drink)

$15 per plate

Learn more about Blue Suede BBQ:

https://www.bluesuedebbq.com/

Event Merchandise

Cycling jerseys and additional apparel are available for purchase through the event storefront. The storefront can be accessed by using the link and password below, or you can click the circle shaped photo of the jersey on the homepage.

Storefront Link:

https://jakroo.com/store-front?storeId=BJwOJPtpel

Access Code: pfp2026 (lowercase)

Donations & Sponsorship

Donations of any size are welcome and help directly support the All American Adventure Program.

Please visit the donation page for additional sponsorship opportunities.

Volunteers

Volunteers are essential to the success of this event.

If you would like to volunteer, please visit the main race page, click the "Volunteer" tab at the top, and from there, you will see volunteer opportunities. If you have any questions, please email:

[email protected] or [email protected]

Contact Information

82nd Airborne Association

📍 2915 Raeford Road, Suite 201 (2nd Floor)

Fayetteville, NC 28303

📧 Email: [email protected]

📞 Phone: 910-223-1182

🌐 Website: https://82ndairborneassociation.org

Join us for a meaningful ride that supports healing, strength, and connection for our Paratroopers and Veterans.

All the Way!

Friend to Friend proudly presents our 10th annual 5K!

Start your weekend on a high note at the Rise & Run 5K. Race, walk, or jog your way through a scenic trail course with natural terrain that keeps things fun and adventurous. Then celebrate with live music, great food trucks, and a packed kids corner. Little runners can join the excitement in the Kids Fun Run for ages 10 & under.

Bring the energy, bring your friends, and rise with us for a morning that feels good and does good.

All proceeds support Friend to Friend and their work empowering survivors in our community.

Registrations on or before 4/1 will be guaranteed a t-shirt. All registrations after that date will receive a shirt if available.