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Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 8:30 AM
The “Runnin’ with the Dogs” Bulldog Band 5k Race will be on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Martinsburg High School! The course will begin on the track at Martinsburg High School’s Cobourn Field.
Runners will continue down Bulldog Blvd, crossing Queen Street to the “Frog Hollow Trail.” Runners will traverse roughly 2.5 miles on the trail in and out and back. Runners will finish their 3.10 mile journey on the same track turf where they started. The race will kick off at 9:00AM!
Awards
Overall top Man and Woman
Race day check-in will begin at 8am. Registration will close 15 minutes before the start of the race.
3.1 Miles 5k Run Trail
Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 8:30 AM
The Adam Zook Memorial Run is a timed 5k or 9.88 mile run, and an untimed 2-mile walk that takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Proceeds collected from this event will fund scholarships for
three seniors from the 2026-2027 class and support suicide prevention initiatives within the Tyrone Area School and the surrounding community. The race will begin at Reservoir Park in Tyrone, PA.
Pre-registration is $15 for participants 18 and under and $25 for participants 19+.
Day-of registration will be $30.
2 Miles 3.14 Miles 9.88 Miles Run Walk
Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM
The YMCA’s Color Splash Fun Run is a vibrant 1K and 5K experience designed for families, all ages, and all fitness levels! This exciting and unique community event invites participants to walk, jog,
run, or stroll through the course while being “splashed” with an array of colorful powder at multiple stations along the way.
Color Splash is all about fun, movement, and togetherness—not competition. While a clock will be visible at the finish line, there will be no timing chips, keeping the focus on enjoyment rather than speed. Whether you’re pushing a stroller, walking with friends, or running for fitness, everyone is welcome!
Come dressed in white, bring your biggest smiles, and leave covered in color—this is a celebration of healthy living and community spirit you won’t want to miss!
1k 5k Fun Run Run Walk
Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM
The Laurel View Village Que Classic is held at Summers Best 2 Weeks located at the beautiful Quemahoning Dam just a few minutes off of Route 219. The Que Classic redefines what a 5K should be…a beautiful race course, exciting atmosphere, friendly volunteers, great food and awesome goodie bags, it’s no wonder we are considered by many to be the best fitness event in our region.
1 Miles 3.1 Miles 6.2 Miles Run
Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 7:45 AM
Points count towards our Year-Long 5k, 10k, & Back of the Pack Series. Points will also count towards our Fall Series. Find more info about the series here.
Walkers are welcome to attend this event.
5k 10k Run
Sun, Sep 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Welcome to the 2026 Greenbrier SwimFest brought to you by French Creek Racing!
This SwimFest event at Greenbrier State Park in Boonsboro, MD has three distances (plus options to combine events for
longer distance) including:
800 meter swim (1 loop)
1600 meter swim (2 loops)
2400 meter swim (3 loops)
For an extra challenge, race in all 3! Get 30% off your 2nd race and 45% off your 3rd race.
Register today for your choice of races!
Online Registration Closes Friday, September 25 at 12 midnight.
Check-in is available from 7:30AM to 10:30AM on Sunday September 27. All racers should check in when they arrive.
NO REFUNDS and no rain date. In the event of inclement weather, entries will roll into next year's race, or you may defer to another FCR event. A registered athlete may request a deferral to next year's event if they do so at least 14 days prior to the event. A nominal fee shall apply.
Historical water temperature varies, but we expect water temperature to be between 62-70F for this date. Wetsuits will be allowed with water temps below 78.0 degrees.
We always need volunteers, lifeguards, and other helpers to run successful events. To volunteer, please check out our volunteer link at www.frenchcreekracing.com/volunteer
Run Swim
Thu, Oct 01, 2026 at 8:30 AM
THE 2025 SPOOK HILL CIDER & WINE 4-MILE RUN HAS BEEN CANCELED, but we hope to bring this classic back in 2026, so put it on your calendar for next year!
Why did we cancel the 2025 race? The short
answer is that one of the key landowners on the course has put their property on the market, thus our ability to utilize the orchard portion of the course is in question. We will reach out to the new owners at the appropriate time to begin land-use negotiations.
I’ve always prided myself on giving our runners a great course and a wonderful, inclusive race-day experience. Hopefully we will be able to bring Spook Hill back, bigger and better than ever, in 2026!
Most appreciably, Bill Susa, Race Director, SMHS Runs
email: [email protected]
3 Miles 4 Miles Run
Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Race Information
The race starts at 8:30 AM.
Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.
All runners must register on RunSignup.
No on-site
registration.
Additional Information
Upon entering the park, look for Pavilion 4 on the left side of the parking lot.
5K & 10K Course (0.78M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6079040203
The course is an out-and-back (1.56M)
The 5K does the out-and-back two times.
The 10K does the out-and-back four times.
Half Marathon Course (1.09M)
https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6003657613
The course is an out-and-back (2.18M).
The Half Marathon does the out-and-back six times.
Course Time Limit
3 hours and 30 minutes.
Finisher Medals
https://usroadrunning.com/FinisherMedals.php
Shirt and Gear Shop
https://usroadrunning.com/Gear.php
Best Costume
https://usroadrunning.com/BestCostume.php
Series Points
https://usroadrunning.com/S.php
Awards
https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php
Frequently Asked Questions and Information
https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php
US Road Running
5k 10k 13.1 Miles Run
Sat, Oct 03, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Sweet Grace Ministries offers support, hope, and empathy to families enduring miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant death. We offer support in the form of comfort baskets, comfort bags, gowns,
photography, cards, support group, events, and more. We are currently partnered with 23 hospitals in PA, 2 in MD, 1 in AK, 1 in NJ, and 1 in MT.
Our 15th Walk to Remember will be held Saturday, October 3, 2026 (in person with the option to participate virtually)
We hope to raise awareness, funds, and resources to support our organization. A one-mile walk will follow a remembrance celebration and candle lighting ceremony. All are welcome to participate in person at Norlo Park OR at home with family and friends.
Pre-registration encouraged, but not required.
2:30 pm-Registration Opens
2:30-5:00 pm-Snacks & Fellowship Time
5:30 pm-Speaker, Reading of names, Candle lighting
One-mile Walk to Immediately Follow
We will utilize YouTube for virtual participants on October 3, 2026. Program beginning at 5pm.
1 Miles Virtual Walk
Sun, Oct 04, 2026 at 10:30 AM
Third Annual Boal City Oktoberfest 5K Trail Race
Get ready for a 5 K trail run on Sunday, October 5th, during the heart of Oktoberfest and peak fall foliage! For the most elite runners out there, get
ready to push your limits and challenge yourself to the max. If you're 12 years old or younger, you can run with your friends and parents on the Mini Monster Trail Loop. (.04 less than 1/2 mile) As a bonus, all participants 21 and older receive a brew to keep the spirit alive long after the run. Awards will be given after the race. Come out and join the fun and competition.
Parking Information
Parking is only available at Boal City Brewery, 235 Old Boalsburg Ave Boalsburg Pa 16827. Pedestrians are advised to take extra care when crossing any streets, especially if accompanied by small children. All roads will be open to traffic, so please do not park along the streets in Boalsburg or in the nearby neighborhoods.
Packet Pick Up
Packet pick-up will be available race morning for 45 minutes, from 9:45-10:30.
Mini Monster Trail Loop will pick up and will be available from 10:00-10:20.
Race Day Schedule
9:45 packet pick up begins.
10:20 Race safety meeting all Mini Monster Trail loop and parents report to the start on Old Boalsburg Road at the race Arch.
10:30 Race registration closes promptly.
10:30 Start of Mini Monster Trail Loop
10:55 Race safety meeting all 5K Athletes report to the start.
11:00 Start of the Oktoberfest 5K Trail Race
12:15 5K and Costume Award Ceremony
Awards
For the overall race winners, there will be a first, second, and third place for both males and females. The first-place male and female winners will engrave their names on the trophy. This trophy will be kept at Boal City Brewery.
Overall, winners are not eligible for age group awards. There will also be age group awards for males and females, with the top three in each age division being recognized.
The age divisions are as follows:
29 and Under, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and Up. The overall awards will be determined by gun time, while the age group awards will be determined by chip time.
Mini Monster Loop will be timed with awards for everyone at 12:15.
Course Description
On the race day, all participants can easily follow the marked trail. The Oktoberfest 5k trail race will kick off outback Boal City Brewery. As soon as the start "gun" goes off, the race will begin along the gravel driveway of the 200-year-old Boal Estate Mansion. You will pass beneath ancient oak and maple trees and continue past Columbus Chapel on your left. The first part of the run will take you through recently cut farm fields that offer stunning views of the fall foliage. The trails are smooth and flowy, and they will take you through the Stan Yoder Preserve natural area and Blue Spring Park, both managed by the Center Region Park and Recreation. It's important to note that this course isn't flat, and you will encounter a few hills along the way. Follow the trail arrows, return to Boal City Brewery as quickly as possible, and enjoy a refreshing cold beer after your race. Beer and adventure make for the perfect combination!
5k Gravel Run Trail
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Thank you for supporting our race. Proceeds from Freedom's Run will be placed in our Freedom's Run Grant, where worthwhile community projects are funded.
Events for the whole family!
To encourage our youth that are 17 and under to participate, we offer special youth prices for both the 5k and 10k. This will automatically apply when signing up!
Marathon * Half Marathon * 10K * 5K * Kids Fun Run
1 Miles 5k 10k 13.1 Miles 26.2 Miles Fun Run Run
Sun, Oct 11, 2026 at 8:30 AM
It’s no secret that we adore Rocky Gap State Park and it absolutely has a special place in our hearts and the hearts of thousands of EX2 racers. We’ve been hosting races in the park since 2004, and
three years we introduced this brand new ultra distance trail running event. We are thrilled to bring back the Rocky Gap 25K, 50K, and Relay Trail Running Race for year four! We hope you join us for an awesome adventure in the mountains of western Maryland.
Race Date: Sunday October 11, 2026
Start Time: 8:30am (50K), 9:00am (25K)
Location: Rocky Gap State Park in Flintstone, MD
Course Length: 25K (~16ish miles) and 50K (~32ish miles)
Course Format: 3 different loops. 25K does each loop once, while the 50K does each loop twice
Entry types: Solo runners and relay teams of 2 or 3 in both the 25K and 50K
The race highlights three different beautiful loops in the park that vary in length between 4.4 miles and 6.5 miles. We are calling these loops simply Loop A, Loop B, and Loop C. The 25K race does each loop once in order (A, B, C) with a total elevation change of about 1,300 feet. The 50K race does each loop twice in order (A, B, C…then A, B, C again) with a total elevation change of about 2,600 feet.
Loop A – Rocky Trail
Loop A is 6.5 miles with 500+ feet of elevation change and some moderate singletrack sections. The route follows the Lakeside Loop Trail for approximately 1.4 miles until it takes a left turn up a trail that we affectionately call Evitt’s Revenge (it’s steep). After a really fantastic .2 mile climb, the route takes a right onto Rocky Trail where it continues to climb until about mile 2.7. After topping out, the route heads downhill via the Setters Path trail and the Hickory Loop in the campground to the Lakeside Loop Trail. The route then follows the Lakeside Loop around the lake back to the staging area.
Loop B – Canyon Overlook
Loop B is 4.4 miles with about 500 feet of elevation change and highlights some lesser known singletrack in the park. The route follows the Lakeside Loop Trail for approximately 1 mile until it reaches the dam road and then continues straight across the road and up a steep (but short) section of trail to the ridge above the gorge. The route then traverses above the gorge to the left to the Canyon Overlook Trail and then returns back to the dam road to Old Hancock Road. The route then takes a right on Old Hancock Road (doubletrack) and then a left on an awesome 1.5 mile trail that leads back to Lake View Drive. The route then follows the Lake View Drive back to the staging area.
Loop C – Lakeside Loop
Loop C is 5.2 with about 250 feet of elevation change and follows the complete Lakeside Loop Trail. The route is amazingly beautiful with water views most of the way around.
In terms of anticipated difficultly, Loop A is the hardest followed by Loop B. Loop C is the easiest of the three loops since it is generally flat around the lake.
Course maps, elevation profiles, etc. are on the race website.
25k 16.1 Miles 50k 32.2 Miles Relay Run Trail Ultra
Sun, Oct 18, 2026 at 7:30 AM
The WMRT Marathon/half marathon/10k is back for the 11th edition in 2026. The course is the same, the history is the same, BUT the race has been renamed for one of Washington County Maryland's
greatest distance runners and the creator of the JFK50 Miler, Buzz Sawyer.
Frank and Mike of Altis Endurance have passed the race on to Katie and Adam Lowe of 2Lowe Run Company to continue the race's traditions.
The Buzz Sawyer Western Maryland Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K is set for Sunday October 18th, 2026. This race takes place in its entirety on the fantastic Western Maryland Rail Trail (WMRT) located in - wait for it - Western Maryland.
The race start/finish is located in the wonderful town of Hancock. The town of Hancock is a super trail town with great C&O Canal history and scenery in addition to the WMRT. Hancock is definitely a place to visit for those who love trails.
The marathon MD17006NP and half marathon MD17005NP courses are USATF Certified Courses. This is a good Boston qualifying course!
The marathon starts at 7:30 AM, the half marathon starts at 8:00 AM, and the 10K start at 8:15. The start/finish is located on the Western Maryland Rail Trail just north of C&O Bicycle at 9 S Pennsylvania Ave Hancock, MD 21750.
6.2 Miles 10k 13.1 Miles 26.2 Miles Half Marathon Run Trail Ultra
Sun, Oct 18, 2026 at 2:00 PM
The mission of RRR is to fundraise, increase awareness, and facilitate connections for people with myalgicencephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), dysautonomia, and related illnesses, now
including long COVID. All funds raised directly support Dr. Peter Rowe and his colleagues at the Chronic Fatigue and Related Disorders Clinic.
For detailed information on everything RRR, please visit our new website at www.rowesresearchrunners.org.
NEW THIS YEAR: Tshirts will not be included, to purchase this year's event shirt AND additional merchandise - please visit our merch website here.
Run Walk
Sat, Oct 24, 2026 at 7:00 AM
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Bike Doctor Frederick Grand Fondue
October 24, 2026
Presented by Bike Doctor Frederick & Dirty Kitten Productions; Hosted by Orchid Cellar Meadery & Winery;
Benefiting Heartly House
Join us at Orchid Cellar Meadery & Winery on Saturday, October 24th for a casual and fun, yet challenging, ride on a variety of terrain (road/gravel/dirt). The routes begin in Middletown, MD and tour through various parts of Frederick County. Be prepared to ride a mixture of terrain both on and off-road: pavement, gravel, and trail!
Event entry includes: Custom routes (along with GPS files and cue sheets), stocked aid stations (Half & Grand routes only), event glasses with ONE free drink per participant served at Orchid Cellar following the ride (for participants 21 and over only), ride snacks, live music, and various prizes/giveaways!
Registration opens May 2026 (prices increase 7/1, 8/1, 9/1, 10/1):
Grand Fondue - $50, $55, $60, $65, $70
Half Fondue - $40, $45, $50, $55, $60
Mini Fondue - $30, $35, $40, $45, $50
Junior rides U19 receive a $5 discount
Sorry, NO refunds, transfers, or deferments. All no-show registration fees will be donated to Heartly House.
Start Time Windows: 7:00-8:30am (Grand); 9:00-10:00am (Half); 10:00-11:00am (Mini)
*Ride times are “rolling” which means you can start anytime during your designated time slot. This is to spread out arrival for parking and check-in, as well as keep ride groups smaller on the roads. The venue will open at 6:30am (Grand Fondue riders may start as early as 7:00am). Please do NOT arrive earlier than 6:30am
Location: Orchid Cellar Meadery & Winery - 8546 Pete Wiles Rd, Middletown, MD 21769
Distance & Elevation:
Mini - approx 25 miles & 2,000 ft elevation (moderate)
Half - approx 50 miles & 5,500 ft elevation (challenging)
Grand - approx 100 miles & 10,000 ft elevation (extremely challenging)
Terrain (mixed-surface): pavement, gravel, and some optional trail- Road bikes with narrow tires are NOT recommended (at least 32mm and up, treaded tires recommended)
*ALL route info, GPS files, cue sheets, and maps can be found HERE the week of the event (by Wed PM).
Aid Stations: Half (50 mile) & Grand (100 mile) routes ONLY (@ThorpeWood Barn - 13002 Mink Farm Rd, Thurmont, MD). The ThorpeWood Barn Aid Station will be open 10am-4pm.
Support: Pre-Ride bike check & support provided by Bike Doctor Frederick
Music: Matt Stowell Music will be playing (2-5pm) at Orchid Cellar Meadery
Food: La Carreta Tacos y Tortas Food Truck will be on-site (12-6pm) or bring your own food
Drinks: Mead & wine served by Orchid Cellar (absolutely NO outside alcohol permitted)
Gear Swap: Bring lightly used cycling gear, parts, and accessories to donate or swap/trade (no For Sale items). Leftover items will be donated to a local cycling nonprofit (i.e. Bikes for the World or Phoenix Bikes)
Medical: Provided by On the Trail First Aid (Wilderness First Aid, Standard First Aid, CPR/AED, Health Care)
Contacts: Alex & Chris Howell - Dirty Kitten Productions ([email protected]) 240-215-4818; Bike Doctor Frederick ([email protected]) 301-620-8868
This event benefits Heartly House in Frederick, MD: A non-profit organization that provides services, free of charge, to survivors of domestic abuse, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, human trafficking, and child abuse. Heartly House also works to develop community awareness programs and prevention education in the area. Proceeds from this event will be donated directly to Heartly House. You may choose to make an additional donation during registration.
Cycling Gravel Trail
Sat, Oct 24, 2026
90.2 km from Valley-Hi50 Miles Relay Ultra
Sat, Oct 24, 2026 at 8:00 AM
End of the Road Half Marathon (October 24–25, 2026 · Waterfall, PA) is one of Pennsylvania’s most unique fall races. Choose the Half Marathon or 4 miler and run through two long, dark tunnels on the
abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike, surrounded by peak autumn foliage.
Looking for an October race that’s unlike anything else in the state? This event takes runners deep into history along a stretch of highway bypassed in 1968 and untouched by cars for nearly 50 years. The course blends five miles of tunnel running with rolling rural roads and stunning mountain scenery.
Not ready for 13.1 miles? If you’ve run a 5K before, the 4 Miler is the perfect next step. It’s approachable for newer runners, fun for walkers, and still gives you the full thrill of racing through the famous abandoned tunnels. Curious what it's like to run through the tunnels? Watch our End of the Road Half Marathon & 4 Mile preview video with footage from 2024 participant, Natasha.
Race Options:
Half Marathon – Saturday or Sunday (choose your day)
One Tunnel 4 Mile – Sunday
Two-Day Challenges:
26.2 Road Closed Rambler – Half Marathon Saturday + Half Marathon Sunday
17.1 Tunnel Traveler – Half Marathon Saturday + One Tunnel 4 Miler Sunday
Why Runners Love It:
Run through 5 miles of tunnels – a headlamp or flashlight is required
Limited field sizes each day for an uncrowded course
Official pacers for both Half Marathons to help you hit your time goals
Movie Night on the Turnpike Saturday evening (The Addams Family in 2025)
Host hotel near the start/finish that hosts packet pickup (book early—sold out last year)
Now in its eighteenth year, this race has welcomed runners from across the U.S., raising funds for The Old PA Pike’s efforts to turn the abandoned turnpike into a permanent greenway for runners, walkers, and cyclists.
Be part of one of Pennsylvania’s most talked-about October races—and one of the most memorable courses you’ll ever run.
4 Miles 13.1 Miles 17.1 Miles 26.2 Miles Half Marathon Run Walk
Sun, Oct 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM
In honor of Jarrod Bunk’s belief that the bike community can help to build a community in need, we bring back Higher Ground with the locals of Johnstown, the Pennsylvania Environmental Council, and
the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies.
This will be a scenic tour with opportunities to connect with the natural beauty of the Laurel Highlands and bond with like-minded souls before and after in downtown Johnstown.
The goal is to keep the grassroots spirit of the original iterations of Higher Ground which showcased rugged routes throughout the surrounding Johnstown area. Expect to be greeted with punchy climbs, path-less-travelled trails, and a tour of the environmental wonders that are the Laurel Highlands and the Allegheny Mountains.
Here are the routes that will be available:
Thirty: An out-and-back on the Path of the Flood and Staple Bend Tunnel trails to go to the Johnstown Flood Memorial Park (you'll ride through the dam that broke).
Forty: Heads north towards Hinkston Run Reservoir, then east on quiet paved roads before bombing down into Summerhill and into the Johnstown Flood Memorial Park (you'll ride through the dam that broke), and returning to Johnstown on the Path of the Flood and Staple Bend Tunnel trails.
Sixty: Does the Forty route back into Johnstown, then up into the Rager District climb & descent, and back into Johnstown.
Eighty: Does the Forty route back into Johnstown, and then UP into the forested Gamelands west of town and then back down to the rolling roads in the south before riding back to on the Jim Mayer Riverswalk and into Johnstown.
Hundo: Does the Forty route back into Johnstown and then UP into the forested Gamelands west of town and then back down to the rolling roads in the south before riding back to on the Jim Mayer Riverswalk to the Start/Finish and the last 20 miles go up into the Rager District climb & descent and back into Johnstown.
There will be aid station support and the start/finish venue will have food & drink available. All riders must check in & out so we know who's taking on which sections of the course.
To learn more about the history and purpose of Higher Ground, read this story on The Radavist from 2022.
Partners that are making Higher Ground happen include:
Pennsylvania Environmental Council
Community Foundation for the Alleghenies
Fat Jimmy's Outfiters
Thomas Automotive
New Trail Brewing
Endo TuneUp
Stan's
Nittany Mountain Works
Footdown.cc
Freeze Thaw Cycles
Hushmoney Bikes
Proceeds from Higher Ground will support The Women's Help Center and the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Cycling League.
Cycling Gravel Trail
Sun, Oct 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Join us for a scenic 5k or 10k run on the grounds of the winery!
5k 10k Run
Sat, Oct 31, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Quarry Shack 5 Miler 6th Annual
October 31, 2026
This Year's Race Will Be On HALLOWEEN!!!!!
INTRO:
Come relieve history while running Ghosttown Trail's first ever nighttime race now in its 6th year
that brings fun and excitement to all who partake. This 5 mile race will be held on the Rexis Branch, this race is currently the only standalone race held on this section. You will start right past the closed gate next to the old train at the Rexis trailhead. From there you will run 2.5 miles out then turn around about a tenth of a mile after the Red Mill Bridge you cross over on the trail, coming back to where you started. It's a completely closed course. There are no road crossings or any intersections you have to worry about. Its a straight out and back in the dark on a beautiful section of trail. This means you will required to have some sort of light for you to see while running. It's a great chance to have some safe fun near Halloween while running in the dark. If you never ran in the dark this is a SPOOKTACULAR opportunity to get you feet wet and see what is all about and why people
enjoy it, while being around friends.
The reason behind the name of the race is there is a old Quarry Shack with some local history to it, about 2.25 miles into the race on left hand side going out and right hand side coming back. It was also used for some scenes in the movie "The Boonies" which is a good horror movie to watch.
COURSE INFORMATION
I measured the course by sticking to the right side of the trail on the way out then on right side of the trail the way back so you should always be running on the right side of the trail in the direction you are heading. I did not take out the tangent curves because I want all runners to stick to the right side except to pass someone. This adds safety to the race and should allow no interference between runners heading in opposite directions. This is important since the race is at night. Even though it's basically flat rail trail you will still have 115 feet of total gain on the way out with no descent. There are no hills it's just a slow steady incline. On the way back you will be running all downhill retracing that 115 feet which now becomes descent. Enjoy the free speed coming back.
There will be one water stop on the course about 25 feet from the turn around under a pavilion along the trail, that way as you go around the turn you can throw your cup in the trash directly across from the aid station. Please try to keep cups in that area and not way down the trail for easier clean up after the race. The Turn around will be well marked, there will be a huge Halloween decoration indicating this is where you turn around at. Both the aid station and turn will have signs indicating they are coming up.
There will be Halloween decorations along the course and some lighting to show the cool things along the course. The Halloween decoration along the course are bigger and more noticeable then in the past, even more spookier and noticeable. We will continue to use the bigger more noticeable decorations. There WILL NOT be anyone jumping out at you.
Halloween costumes are encouraged. The scarier and odder the better. Makes the race more fun if you choose to dress up. Think Spirit of the season. I Would say the vast majority of the field has dressed up in the past. Each year we try to go spookier with the things we use on the course.
There will be a start/finish Line arch with Quarry Shack themed banners on it (weather permitting).
PRICING:
Pricing is $20 until October 5 at 6pm then it becomes $25 till registration closes, then $30 day of race. There is day of registration starting at 5:30pm and ending at 615pm. Cash or Check only day of. Credit cards will not be accepted day of.
Children 10 and under will be free till registration closes then children will be $10 day of. Please see the rules for more information. Though children's registration are free, they must still purchase a t-shirt to get one.
LOCATION
Address: 1069 Main St. Vintondale, PA US 15961
Location coordinates: 40.485057, -78.923931 Race starts at Rexis Trailhead in Vintondale. (Mile 0) Will start right past the gate by the old train.
AWARDS
Top 3 M & F overall, top 3 in each age group for the run: 10 and under, 11-14,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
Top 3 M &F for Walk. Plus returning this Year two age group categories for both top 3 male and female for 45- and 46+. Trying to make it more fun for everyone.
(no duplicates, awards will not be mailed)
*children 10 and under must run the race under their own power to be eligible for age or overall group awards. Having been pushed on a stroller or carried by someone will not qualify. Awards will be similar to the past few years.
Time Limit: 1 Hour 30 minutes. (18:00 minute pace per mile)
Schedule of events
5:30 pm registration opens
6:15 pm registration closes
6:30 pm race starts
8:00 pm race ends (must be across mats by 8pm to be included in results)
8:05 pm awards ceremony
Accommodations:
We want to make sure participants who may need some accommodations are certainly welcome. Please reach out ahead of time so we can make sure to care of those needs.
WALK DIVISION
We will be awarding the top 3 overall male and top 3 overall females who are in the walk division. Plus returning this Year two age group categories for both top 3 male and female for 45- and 46+. Trying to make it more fun for everyone.
You must also finish within the 1:30 time frame. There is no running allowed. You will be disqualified if caught running and your signed up for the walk division. There will be serious race walkers present. So no running even as you see the finish line come into view, that will be grounds for disqualification. This also includes jumping, skipping ect... you must walk the entire time.
REGISTRATION
Registration opens at 5:30 pm and closes at 6:15 pm. Race starts at 6:30 pm sharp. Awards at 8:05 pm. Must be across mats at 8:00pm to qualify for awards.
WHATS INCLUDED:
Custom race Bib Number, custom race sticker, chip timing finish, safe environment, post race snacks chance to make lasting memories and a chance to explore nighttime running. There will be a lot of things set up to take pictures with for your enjoyment at the finish line and registration areas one of my main goals is to give you lasting memories.
LIGHTING:
Personal lighting will not be provided, must provide your own source, headlamps, waist lights, handhelds, or some form of lighting device will be required. There will be some official lighting at the start/finish line, at registration and during awards. Otherwise the course will be dark. Remember its a nighttime race so expect it to be dark. Please come prepared we will not have any light sources to hand out if your forget yours.
PHOTOS:
One of the things that make Only Eye Athletic races stand apart form other races is our photo opportunities and uniqueness. You wont see this anywhere else. There will be trail cameras set up along the course to try and capture you passing by during the race, it makes it even cooler that they are pictures in a night vision setting, I will say this is hit or miss at night because they don't always capture people running to close by them.
Ill have items set up for you to take pictures with at the start/finish line, these will be set up before the race and wont be taken down till we clean up, though with natural lighting they can come out better before the race starts, but why not take before and after with the items. I also will be filming the entire finish line with a go pro. While I'm at the finish line ill be taking photos and short clips as well with my phone to go along with the long form filming. These will all be posted online after the race. When they are all up ill send a email out, it will take a few days to get them all up.
FOOD/LIQUIDS
We will provide water at the water stop. There will also be post race snacks, ill try to have nice standard variety. There will also be water at the finish line area.
RULES
We are testing out the free child registration option for those 10 and under. We require at least one adult to be present at the event to watch the child. The adult does not have to run beside the child during the event, but we ask that you use your best judgement in letting the child run alone if you choose to let them.
There is to be no unsupervised children to be dropped off at the event. We Are not responsible for watching or taking care of a child, if a child is dropped off unsupervised by anyone we will contact the authorities, this is for safety purposes and liability purposes on our end and your along with everybody in attendance. Again we are not responsible for any unsupervised children and unsupervised children will not be allowed to participate, if found after the event they will be stricken form results.
We ask no pets be brought on the course or around the event. We love animals but not everyone is comfortable around them. Since it is a night race bringing a pet becomes a trip hazard and anyone violating this rule will be D.Q. Actual service animals are permitted. Headphones are allowed. Please be courteous to fellow runners and listen at a reasonable volume so you can hear other runners coming or calling out if they are passing you. Strollers are allowed but must have a lighting device on the stroller.
We DO NOT mail awards. Stick around to receive your award. We do not allow you to come and pick it up at your convenience either. We understand you may have to leave early for work or family obligations so be a adult and get with us beforehand if you absolutely must leave early. We highly discourage having someone pick yours up during the awards because again you should have seen us before leaving and not everyone has that luxury to have someone there. We believe as a running community we all need to support one another in this community as it grows with each race. That support includes all the way through the award ceremony. We all need to celebrate the accomplishments of every participant at all events we attend and the hard work that goes into each persons training to get them from start to finish. That's why we want you to stick around. Also its nice to have people cheer others on as they finish.
Also no smoking, alcohol or drug use is permitted in any area the race will be using this includes parking lots, staging area, race course or restrooms. These are our rules along with rules of the trail. Remember this is a kid friendly event where young lungs are at play along with the possibility of adults with health issues. we are trying to make this event safe and comfortable for everyone.
No throwing any trash/garbage along the course. Whatever you start with you have to end with. The only exception is the ability to throw trash away is at the water stop at that garbage can there.
To be considered for awards you must finish under you own power, whether walking or running, as stated above children must participate under their own power as well to be considered for awards, being pushed inside a stroller will not count for children they must use their own two feet the entire time.
Headphones are allowed, we ask you to please be courteous to fellow runners and that you listen to your audio at a reasonable volume so you can hear other runners coming or calling out if they are passing you.
SWAG Shirts: We are switching back to t-shirts this year. Its a really cool design. The shirt deadline is firm on October 5th at 6pm. After that firm deadline we cannot order you a t-shirt, we also do not order any after the event or mail shirts to you if you do not make it, so you must be present to get your shirt even if you order one you must pick it up at the event or your forfeit your shirt purchase. T-shirts are a $10 add on. As in the past not everyone wanted a t-shirt so to keep registration fees lower we offer it as a add on. Additional shirts can be purchased.
We do not offer refunds, cancellations or transfers at this time.
Refund/Cancellation:
We do not offer refunds, cancellations or transfers to our other events at this time. This event will go on no matter the weather unless by some chance a state of emergency is declared. You can however switch between the run and walk before registration closes and before the official event starts. If you do not know how to switch online before registration closes get in contact with me and ill do it for you. If you decide to change day of, it must be before the start of the race. Once the race officially starts you can no longer change between the walk and the run.
Run signup does offer insurance for races in case something happens that you can not make it such as a vehicle breakdown, illness or injury. We enabled this feature for this race so if you want you can purchase insurance while registering but it does not go thru us directly it goes thru runsignup, please read whats exactly covered and the rules for it. The insurance can be purchased when you get to the checkout its at the bottom.
Any questions please reach out to us so we can get you the correct answer.
TIMING:
Chip Timing with a mass start with chip finish. Unless there is a strict covid restriction policy then the race will go to a starting mat time trial event with runners being spread out at the start. Race will not be cancelled unless a natural disaster. You bibs will have a chip on the back so time is accurate once you cross the finish line. For the timing mats to read your time properly have bibs placed on the front of your body. If bibs are placed on your back it will not get read properly.
RESULTS
Results will be posted online after the race at www.smileymiles.com, please be patient it may take 24 hours for results to be fully posted. I will also post a link to them after they are posted.
MISC:
Please be respectful of the trail, course and parking areas, along with fellow runners, volunteers and spectators. We want to continue to have this race on a yearly basis so its important we respect the trail to be allowed to use it again in the future. It's a super nice trail and was named PA trail of the year in 2020.
There will be a photo op area near the start of the race. That way you and your friends before and after the race can take some pictures to remember the event and memories you made.
Bathrooms are located about a tenth of a mile from the parking lot. Near the Eliza Furnace. There are both men and women restrooms with 2 toilets in each room. There is trail info on this building as well if you want to come back and visit sometime.
Photos of neat things along the course that you can potentially see, videos of where to park along with the most up to date information will be on the Facebook event page. This will also include a elevation chart, pictures of awards, shirts and bibs once designs are finished.There are multiple items all within a half mile of the start of the race. these include a cool bridge, Eliza Furnace, a shooting fountain out of the creek form a mine directly below, a old jail cell, and a coal miners memorial.
Also use the donate button above to help cover costs of new Decorations.
MORE INFORMATION:
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Promo Videos
From 2024- promo #1- https://youtu.be/Qan4fFXCUz8?si=TukzBb2uVMO0Fst5
From 2024 Promo #2- https://youtu.be/VQnyayU6E4k?si=pwYZ4Ey0Rp2aadtB
For More info check out the "OFFICIAL" Facebook event page.
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Youtube: Videos of the course and where to park
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTRU9kObtUbAR8IqXiQOeZg
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