Welcome to the 8th Annual Jacob Hershberger Memorial Run! This event will help raise funds to finance the Jacob Hershberger Memorial Scholarships that will be awarded each year to two Bedford High School Students and to help those in the community in financial need after the death of a young one. The race date is Sunday, August 10th. Registration begins at 9:00 am and the Race will begin at 10:00 am. This will be a walking and running event.
Awards are given to the top 3 female and top 3 male runners in each age group and the top 3 male and top 3 female walkers overall for both courses. The age groups are as follows:
12 and under
13-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60 and over.
Top overal male and female will receive $100 each.
Note: You must walk if you are signed up for the walk. We have some competitive walkers in the race and it wouldn’t be fair to those walking.
Please keep in mind race shirts are only guaranteed to those pre-registered by July 29th.
Amenities:
Course 1 (run and walk) - A scenic, rolling hills course on grass and gravel that is great for both beginners and “seasoned” trail blazers looking for a challenge. Since this is a run on nature’s trails, the course will be as close to 5K as we can get it!.
Course 2 (walk only) - An easy stroll around the property for those unable to tackle the challenging hills. This is all flat and good for strollers, young children and elderly.
Race Results: Race will be professionally timed by the Miles of Smiles TIming Services.; Results will be found at http://www.smileymiles.com
Questions: Send emails to [email protected] and type “5K Race Director” in subject line.
Join us for the Chase the Cougar 5k. The race is being put on to benefit the North Star Cross Country team all preregistered participants will receive a t shirt. T Shirts will be available while they last for race day sign-ups. It will be run at the Somerset Historical Center on a cross country course created by Dave Mapes.
When: 9:00 AM, August 8, 2026
Registration: Somerset Historical Center: 7:45-8:50
T-shirts: Included with entry
Awards: Top Male and Female 5K run and walk group winners
Age Groups: Under 12; 13-15; 16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59, 60-69; 70 +
For more information please contact Tom Miller at 814-270-5077, email at [email protected]
Same day sign up is available. We just cannot guarantee shirts sizes the day of the race.
This is a first year event and if you've been to Margraff you know parking is limited. For these reasons we are limiting participants to 100. The minimum age to participate as a racer is 12 years of age the day of the event. As explained on the race website and FAQ's this is not an event for e-bikes.
Carpooling is encouraged and please. “take your time” driving up Fratz Road to the race site- the road is narrow, and we don't want to piss off the residents who live on the road. On the way up the hill check out the cool container home on the right. Also watch out for deer- there is a 4 point buck roaming around that likes to cross the road in the early morning!!
Don't believe AI – generally there are not bathrooms at the trailhead, but we plan to have Porta potties!
For more information on the race go to Race Event Page. Any additional questions email @ [email protected]
Volunteers- we want you- race schwag, the opportunity to spend time in the woods w snacks, fluids and more!!
Packet Pickup: Aug 8, 2026 from 3-5pm @ Brewery and the Beast on 219 in Accident, MD. You can also pickup your packet from 8:30-9:30am raceday at the race site. BikeReg closes for race registration Aug 7, but you can register in person on Aug 8th at Brewery and the Beast. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION!!
Howard's Run Festival is a charity race to benefit the Allegany County Animal Shelter. Starting in 2015, the event has raised over $40,000 for Maryland's first municipal no-kill shelter. The event is managed by Sharon Everett and Ray Hunt. The festival consists of two events held the 1st Sunday in September, an out and back half marathon starting and finishing at the Canal Place stage. The second event, an out and back 5K event, also starts and finishing at the Canal Place stage area and starts shortly after the half marathon.
The 2026 Run For The Trail 7K Run and 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026 starting at the Ghost Town Trail Access at Dilltown, Pennsylvania. The race benefits Indiana County Parks and Trails.
Online registration is available through 11:59 PM on August 7th. Race day registration is open from 4:00 to 5:45 on race day at the Dilltown pavilion. Family discounted rates are available for families of three or more.
Soft style t-shirts are provided compliments of InFirst Bank. Shirts guaranteed to those who register by July 28th. Shirts available after that date and on race as supplies last.
New for 2026: Chip timing by Gingerbread Timing for the 7K Run. Live results will be uploaded to RunSignUp every 30 seconds during the race.
Local Artisan-made Wooden Train Engines to Top Three Overall Male & Female, Top Male & Female Masters in the 7K courtesy of Tad Pajak, Tall Pine Safety.
Gold, Silver, and Bronze Railroad Spikes to Top Three Male & Female Five-year Age Group Winners up to Age 70+ Age groups include 12 and Under, 15 to 15, 16 to 19, and then five-year age groups up to and including 70+ in the 7K.
2-Mile Fun Run/Walk Finishers are eligible to win one of up to five gift cards donated by local vendors. Gift Card Drawing will take place during the race. The more pre-registered entries, the more gift cards for the drawing. Register early. Timing by A.T.S. with results posted on the IRRC web site within 24 hours.
Ice cream treats following the race compliments of Allied Milk Producers.