CHAUTAUQUA STRIDERS 2026 YOUTH TRACK & FIELD DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
The program will run on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM for 6 weeks over the summer. The first session will be Tuesday, July 7th and the last session is on Thursday, August 13th. All practices and meets will be held at Strider Field located at Thomas Jefferson Middle School,195 Martin Road, Jamestown, NY.
The Youth Track & Field Development Program (YTFDP) is a summer program designed to introduce kids ages 5-13 to the basics of track and field in a fun and supportive environment. The program runs 2x a week for 6 weeks during July and August, with participants grouped by age and guided by our dedicated coaching staff. By keeping our coach to student ratio low, the program ensures personal attention, skill development, and mentorship. Through participation, athletes can learn basic athletic skills which can be applied to further athletic development. There are also educational objectives pertaining to health and wellness topics that are implemented into the structure of the program.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
Tuesdays are "practice" days, and Thursdays are "meet" days.
In the first session of the week, kids learn and practice 3-4 different track and field events/skills, helping them build skills and confidence in the sport. The second session of the week is a "meet day", where participants get to compete the events that they learned, and get real times and measurements. Instead of only recognizing top finishers, we celebrate effort, recognize character, and growth through unique, handmade “Paper Plate Awards,” reinforcing confidence, resilience, and a love for physical activity.
Some additional highlights of the program include themed days to add extra fun, a parent race to involve families in the excitement, and an end-of-year pizza party and award ceremony to celebrate the kids' hard work and accomplishments.
SCHEDULE: All practices and meets are from 5:30 - 7:30 PM.
Week 1: Tuesday, July 7th & Thursday July 9th
Week 2: Tuesday, July 14th & Thursday, July 16th
Week 3: Tuesday, July 21st & Thursday, July 23rd
Week 4: Tuesday, July 28th & Thursday, July 30th
Week 5: Tuesday, August 4th & Thursday, August 6th
Week 6: Tuesday, August 11th & Thursday. August 15th (end of the year party and award ceremony)
PROGRAM COST:
The cost of this 6-week program is $70.00 per individual child, or $55.00 per child when registering siblings/multiple children.
Full and partial scholarships are available. Please email [email protected] for more information.
Age Groups: 5-6, 7-8, 9-10, 11-13
Late registration will be available at any practice or competition with limited t-shirts available. To guarantee a t-shirt, please register before Thursday, June 25th.
Join us for the seventh year of the Rooted Mountain Bike Festival July 9-12th, 2026 Bemus Point, New York A weekend of mountain bike riding, skill-building, yoga, shopping, and camping This event is for riders aged 18 and older. In partnership with Loud Performance Bike Shop ----- * ----- Overdue for a little you time? Picture this: 150+ badass women, nonbinary and trans folks from all over the country. Spanning a wide range of ages, backgrounds and experiences. Group rides. Skills and bike maintenance clinics. Nature hikes. Yoga. Shopping. Camping. Bonfires. You in? If a little (or a lot of) mountain biking, skill-building, and being in community with other adventurous women in a safe, confidence-building environment sounds like exactly what you need this summer, then you’re going to want to join us for year 7 of the… Rooted Mountain Bike Festival happening in scenic Bemus Point, New York, from July 9-12th, 2026 all ages (18+) and skill levels welcome Your weekend pass includes all this
for just $100: * Group rides from slow rolls to high mileage and everything in between, lead by local riders who know the trails well. * Bike safety check to make sure your bike is ready to roll all weekend! * Free safety and mechanical classes * Vendor + Sponsor activities * Surprise bonuses * Free parking * Happy hour wine, beer + N/A options on Saturday provided by Mazza Winery and Five & 20 * Inspirational conversations with folks who are doing big things in mtb * Weekend camping * Outdoor shower * Bike wash * Deluxe toilets * Hydration provided by LMNT Note: Rooted has sold out in the past, and we don’t expect this year to be any different! We want to see you at the festival this July, so be sure to secure those tickets ASAP. ----- * ----- Other Important Rooted Details: >> This event is for women, non-binary and trans folks only While we do have supportive men helping us run booths and some clinics, they will leave the festival grounds after they are done working. Non-binary and trans
folks who are comfortable in a woman-centered setting are welcome and encouraged to join us at Rooted. (Also, in case it needs to be said: trans women are women.) >> Ages 18 and up are welcome and folks with all skill levels. Whether you are bike curious or like to get rowdy on the trails, there's something for you at Rooted. We love riders of all ages, but this event is for those 18 and older. You can expect to meet women ranging from 18 to 65+ at Rooted! Whether you’re new to mountain biking or are an experienced rider, there’s something for everyone at Rooted! Beginner riders can sign up for clinics to learn introductory skills from our top-notch coaches, get some experience riding beginner-friendly trails right on the festival grounds during scenic-paced group rides or easy nature rides, and enjoy plenty of off the bike fun as well! For our seasoned riders, we’ll have longer and faster group rides and skills clinics to help you level up your advanced trail maneuvers, jumps, drops, and
more! >> Skills clinic sign ups will be opened a few weeks prior to the festival this year. The clinic schedule will be available in advance to help you decide which one is right for you. >> Your weekend pass includes parking and camping You are invited to come set up camp as early as 10AM on Thursday, July 9th. Clinics will begin at 1:30 that afternoon. You can also join us for the Loud Performance shop ride at 6:00 PM. This ride is not an official Rooted event and will have men, women, and children of all skill levels present. It's a fantastic opportunity to explore the trails with local riders leading the way. >> Camping is primitive (In case you’re new to that outdoor life, welcome! Primitive camping just means there are no electric or water hookups. We encourage you to bring jugs of water and battery or solar powered lights.) You’ll mostly be set up in an open field with limited spaces available along a tree line. It gets really sunny and can get pretty hot during the day! The average
daily temperature is 78 with 62 degrees for the overnight average. There’s plenty of room to bring extra easy-up tents for your camping space. RVs, car or van camping, and travel trailers are all welcome at Camp Rooted. Camping may be primitive, but the festival bathrooms are deluxe and will be available all weekend. We ask that you tear down camp any time on Sunday the 12th. A note about valuables: The festival grounds are a safe place, but we recommend leaving valuables at home or locked up, as we are not responsible for lost or stolen goods. >> Food and Beverage There will be food and beverage vendors, but you are also welcome to bring your own to the event. Happy hour beer and wine will be provided at no cost to you by the generous support of Mazza Winery on Saturday evening. Friday night will feature evening bike rides and an alcohol-free happy hour. >> Bike Rentals If you’d like to rent a bike, we recommend contacting your local bike shop or Loud Performance (716-386-1171) ASAP to
secure a bike. Please be aware that rentals are limited and book up FAST! If you strike out with these options, send an email to [email protected] or post in the private Rooted Facebook Group and we will see if we can source a bike for you to rent. >> Please leave pets, children, and cis men at home. You are going to be having too much fun to give them the attention they need. Enjoy this “you time” to the fullest! Note: there are shop dogs, but they are super friendly and tend to stay near the bike shop! >> What’s the refund policy? You must purchase a weekend pass in order to attend any of the free or additional cost events at Rooted. There are no refunds allowed but you may transfer your ticket to another participant here on BikeReg if there is someone on the waitlist to buy your ticket. You can also sell your ticket to someone and give us their email address to update attendee information, we won't be participating in the financial transaction of offline sales, but need
participants info to be accurate. This is a rain or shine event. We are able to pivot a bit to still have a great event even if it happens to rain. >> What if Rooted sells out? When tickets sell out you can sign up for a waitlist ticket. You won’t be charged unless a ticket becomes available. The last date for waitlist tickets is June 30th. You must remove yourself from the waitlist ticket if you change your mind or you could be charged if someone requests to transfer their ticket before that date. ----- * ----- What is Rooted all about, anyway? Once upon a time (ok, 2020) Heather Kinal was craving a place to learn new skills and ride her mountain bike alongside other women. The only problem? Nothing like this existed within a ten-hour drive (or more!?) of her home in western New York. So she decided to create Rooted: an all-level women’s mountain bike festival built around skills, confidence, community, and nature. Now, in its seventh year, Rooted has become an event that women travel
hours to participate in – including from over 15 different states across the US and Canada. This year Justina Dore has taken on the role of Event Director and we are excited to watch Rooted continue to develop under her leadership. We have created a community that strives to destigmatize mountain bike culture and empower anyone who identifies as a woman, non-binary or trans person, of all body types, colors and abilities. Our values: * Safety - of the body, mind, and soul * Love - for self, for others, and for the space we occupy * Welcoming - of everyone who wants to be in the space * Open-Mindedness - to try new things, to meet new people, and to exit your comfort zone * Community - centering and sustaining the Rooted community, our local communities, and the international riding community ----- * ----- Ready to bask in the great outdoors, build your mountain bike skills, and meet your new best friends? It’s all waiting for you at Rooted: A safe, welcoming, empowering community for anyone
– of any body type or ability – who identifies as a woman, trans or non-binary person. The opportunity to level up your skills, education, and confidence – including group rides, maintenance clinics, and more. And last but not least: the time and space to escape the daily grind and get back in touch with yourself – think solo time, nature hikes, yoga, shopping, camping, and kicking back next to a nightly bonfire (marshmallows included). We can’t wait to see you there!
Race will start at 9 am at the Tionesta Lighthouse. The course will be 2 loops around the lighthouse path and out on the residential roads to the riverside cemetery and back to the lighthouse to finish.
No pets in the race please.
5k run and 5k walk divisions. Walkers will start a couple minutes after the runners. Top 3 Overall in each and also top 1 in age groups for both run and walk.The age groups will be determined 2 weeks before the race on who signs up at that time.
Refreshments after the race.
Race shirts must be ordered by June 11, 2026 pre-registration. No shirt after this date.
Please, no unsupervised children to be dropped off at the race event.
No smoking, alcohol or drugs use permitted.
Awards will not be mailed. Winners must be present ..
Race Age Awards: (no duplicate awards). Winners must complete the race under their own power.
First place runners (Men and Women) : 14 and under, 15 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 - 69, 70 +.
Top three overall runners Men and Women.
First Place Walkers (Men and Women): 19 and under, 20 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 - 69, 70 +
Top three walkers overall (Men and Women).
Race begins at the 22.5 acre Lighthouse Island on the Allegheny River in Tionesta, PA. This is the location of the Sherman Memorial Lighthouse. Portions of the course will involve town streets that will not be closed to traffic but will be monitored by Sheriff Office and race volunteers. Any profits after expenses will be given back to the community through Lion's Club projects.
Take a trip to the Allegheny National Forest this summer and experience one of America's most scenic forests. Called "The Land of Many Uses," the Allegheny National Forest is known for its diverse recreational offerings like hiking, boating, swimming, and biking. Experience what National Geographic calls "one of America’s most scenic drives" on PA Route 6 and make the Kinzua Half Marathon your race destination this summer.
Half Marathon Race Information
Experience this one-of-a-kind, destination half marathon in the Allegheny National Forest. All participants receive a performance shirt, commemorative finisher medal, personalized bib, and free race photos! Water stations at will be available along the course. Refreshments provided at the finish.
This race will be disposable bib chip timed with live online results. The course time limit is 4 hours (18 min per mile). Registration fees and donations support the Mt. Jewett to Kinzua Bridge Trail Club (MJ2KB) to help support further development of the Knox to Kane trail.
Start/Finish
Start Time: 8:00 AM
Start Location: Intersection of Hacker St. & Guffey Rd. in the town of Mt. Jewett
Finish Location: in the town of Mt. Jewett at the Knox & Kane Rail Trail Mt. Jewett Trailhead.
Packet Pickup
Saturday: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM at the MJ2KB Trail Club Office (48 W Main St, Mt Jewett, PA 16740)
Sunday: 6:45 AM - 8:00 AM at the MJ2KB Trail Club Office (48 W Main St, Mt Jewett, PA 16740)
Half Marathon Aid Stations
Aid stations will be located at miles 4, 7, & 10.5.
Half Marathon Awards
Awards will be given to the Top 3 overall male and female finishers in Open & Masters plus the top 3 finishers in each of the following categories: 19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over.
Named Top 10 National Forest in the USA - Forestry.com
5K Race Information
Saturday evening 5K race starting at 7:00. All participants receive a performance shirt, commemorative finisher medal, personalized bib, and free race photos! Water station prior to the turnaround. Refreshments provided at the finish.
This race will be disposable bib chip timed with live online results. The course time limit is 1.5 hours (approx. 14:30/mile). Race registration fees and donations support the Mt. Jewett to Kinzua Bridge Trail Club (MJ2KB) to help support further development of the Knox to Kane trail.
Start/Finish
Start Time: 7:00 PM
Start & Finish Location: in the town of Mt. Jewett at the Knox & Kane Rail Trail Mt. Jewett Trailhead.
Packet Pickup
Saturday: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM at the MJ2KB Trail Club Office (48 W Main St, Mt Jewett, PA 16740)
Sunday: 6:45 AM - 8:00 AM at the MJ2KB Trail Club Office (48 W Main St, Mt Jewett, PA 16740)
5k Awards
Awards will be given to the Top 3 overall male and female finishers in Open & Masters, plus the top 3 finishers in each of the following categories: 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over.
"The Kinzua Bridge Skywalk is an engineering masterpiece with a rich history and one of the most stunning views you’ll see in the Pennsylvania Wilds." - PA Wilds
Restrooms & Aid Stations
Portable restrooms will be available by the Start/Finish area.
Aid Stations with refreshments and first aid kits will be available along the course.
Those of us who knew Ron Graham knew him as a man of faith and as a visionary community member, with an unwavering commitment to the youth of Chautauqua County.
As many now know, Ron passed away on February 2, 2023, after a brief ten month battle with gastroesophageal cancer. His family, friends, coaches, and former athletes want to continue his legacy.
To honor him and continue his personal mission to the youth in our community we will be hosting Ronnie’s Way 5K on Saturday, August 2, 2025.
Proceeds from the run will fund the a memorial scholarship and the Ron Graham Memorial Fund at the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation.
We invite all to register below to participate in the run/walk with us on and join in on the post-finish fun as we come together to remember a truly great mentor, coach and friend.
Jackson-Taylor Park
Eleventh & Washington Streets
Stephen's Run is a 6k cross country race in memory of Stephen Pangborn, a Maple Grove cross country runner who passed away in 2000 at the age of 16 after a courageous battle with cancer. Proceeds go towards the Stephen Pangborn Memorial Scholarship Fund.
The race is held on the beautiful trails of Long Point State Park on Chautauqua Lake. Come enjoy a great trail race for a great cause!
Part of the Chautauqua Striders 2026 Runner of the Year Series!
Shirts available for all runners registered by July 19.
Overall and age group prizes will be awarded.
Light post-run refreshments will be provided.
Packet pick-up and day-of registration will open at 8:00AM. $30 cash, check (made out to Bemus Point Track Club) and Venmo will be accepted.
Please note that there will be a $7 gate charge to enter the state park on the day of the race. If you park at the end of the Lakeside Drive, you can walk, run, or bike down to the marina where the race will be starting.
Hope to see you there!
The 2025 Kinzua Bridge Challenge 10K, 5K,1 Mile, and 2 Mile Walk will be a staggered start beginning at 9:00 am on Sunday, August 11th. The races start at the Center Street Trailhead on the Mt Jewett to Kinzua Bridge Rails to Trails. The course is out and back for each race. The proceeds benefit the Swedish Festival Association who partner with the Mount Jewett Community to host one of the largest festival in the county.
The Mount Jewett Swedish Festival Association will allocate the proceeds of the race to benefit the Penn York Oil and Gas Scholarship held at the University of Pittsburgh the Bradford Campus. This scholarship supports students in the Energy Science majors. Proceeds exceeding the scholarship donation will be distributed for the purpose of promoting economic development, education, innovation and community revitalization in and around the Mount Jewett area.
Chip Timing & Registration Management by Wolf Creek Race Management.
AWARDS:
There will be finisher medals at the finish line.
T-shirts for all who pre-register by July 13th, 2026. Race day registration 8:00-8:45 am. The race starts at 9:00 am.
All races use the same course. There will be personnel on the trail to turn the racers accordingly.
Check back soon for 2026 Race Details!
This annual race is in memory of our dear friend Dave McDonald.
Dave loved to run, he loved the Heron, and he loved music.
REGISTRATION IS FREE!
Please consider donating as all proceeds will benefit
Centaur Stride Therapeutic Riding Facility, in Sherman, NY.
This well-marked route is both challenging and fun, and will satisfy new
and experienced runners and walkers of all ages.
🗓️ Race Day: Sunday, August 16, 2026
The main event! Our 5K trail race is open to all ages and abilities and is FREE to register and participate!
Run or walk our scenic trail course
Live music from 11am-3pm
Breakfast & lunch available for purchase
Kids-games and family-friendly fun for everyone!
🎶 Music from 11AM-3PM 🎶
Live performances by:
👕 Event t-shirts available for purchase while supplies last.
🕖 Online registration open through Friday, August 14 at 6:59 PM
🎶 Want more fun?
We are honoring Dave all weekend with live-music and community connection!
Come out on Saturday and camp out overnight!
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15 – MUSIC & CAMPING KICKOFF!
🎶 Music from 6PM–Midnight! 🎶
Live performances by:
Also on Saturday:
Dinner available for purchase
Overnight camping under the stars
🎟️ Tickets are required for Saturday music and camping. Grab yours here!
Timed by Trackqua.
Sanctioned by USATF.
Visit The Heron Farm and Events Center
for the full schedule of camping, music, and family programming.
Run (or walk) for a reason will be a fundraiser for the non-for-profit "Creche: for the Kids" raising money to help the youth throughout our community!
2026 TAJR Fest Shuttle Schedule
Friday: TOTAL 5 shuttles
buses = 2 | vans = 3
9 am - Noon:
2 full-size buses will begin a shuttle service from Kinzua Beach to the Jakes Trailhead.
3 vans will begin a shuttle service from the Dewdrop campground entrance at Longhouse Drive to Jake's Trailhead.
Noon to 6:00 pm:
1 full-size bus will continue to shuttle from Kinzua Beach to Jake's Trailhead.
1 full-size bus will shuttle from Kinzua Beach with stops at Kinzua Point Information Center, Bent Run trailhead at Route 59, Devils Elbow entry at Route 59 to Jake's Trailhead.
3 vans will shuttle from the Elijah boat launch and Dewdrop campground entrance to Jake’s Trailhead.
Saturday: TOTAL 5 shuttles
buses = 2 | vans = 3
9 am - Noon:
2 full-size buses will begin a shuttle service from Kinzua Beach to the Jakes Trailhead.
3 vans will begin a shuttle service from the Dewdrop campground entrance at Longhouse Drive to Jake's Trailhead.
Noon to 6:00 pm:
1 full-size bus will continue to shuttle from Kinzua Beach to Jake's Trailhead.
1 full-size bus will shuttle from Kinzua Beach with stops at Kinzua Point Information Center, Bent Run trailhead at Route 59, Devil’s Elbow entry at Route 59 to Jake’s Trailhead.
3 vans will shuttle from the Elijah boat launch and the Dewdrop campground entrance to Jake’s Trailhead.
The van count is based on one 15-passenger van and two 12-passenger.
5 total U-Hauls for the weekend.
Ready for an adventure in the great outdoors? 🌳 Join us for the incredible Allegheny National Forest race in Bradford! This 11 km course promises a total escape in the heart of Pennsylvania, surrounded by picturesque roads and breathtaking landscapes. You'll literally be chasing beauty! 🌄
Nestled among rolling hills and dense forest, the Marilla Reservoir in Bradford, PA provides the perfect backdrop for trail racing.
With both 7 mile and 14 mile courses, the Marilla Trail Race offers the opportunity for beginners, hard-core trail runners, and everyone in-between to take advantage of Bradford's world-class wilderness.
Clearly marked trails take runners over a variety of terrain- gravel paths, dirt trails, and winding single track, with aid stations spread throughout. Except for a single road crossing, the 14 mile course is 100% off-road, and the same goes for the 7 mile route. While the courses are mostly non-technical, be prepared for intense elevation changes on the rolling hills and some winding single track. The race features state-of-the-art chip timing by Score This!!! and the historic covered bridge serves as the finish point for both distances. Then after the race, stick around for food, awards, and door prizes!
All proceeds from the Marilla Trail Race will go to benefit the Tuna Valley Trail Association and their ongoing commitment to the development and maintenance of trails locally in the Tuna Valley.
4 concurrent races:
100 miles - 17,627' elev gain - 32 hour limit - 5 AM Saturday to 1 PM Sunday = 19:06 / mile
100K - 11,026' elev gain - 31 hour limit - 6 AM Saturday to 1 PM Sunday = 30:00 / mile
50K - 5,459' elev gain - 17 hour limit - 7 AM to midnight Saturday = 32:48 / mile
25k 7hour limit-9am to 4pm Saturday
50k, 100k, and 100mile will receive belt buckles for finishers awards. 25K will receive an award to be determined.
Start line target of approximately 100 participants in the 100K, 225 in the 50K, 150 in the 25k and 90 in the 100 miler
50K loop course on primarily the rugged single-track Gerard Hiking Trail of OCSP
Approx. over 2,000 reflective flags, signage and hundreds of orange soccer cones mark the course
Friends, family, crew and pacer friendly
Race HQ is beautiful Titusville Middle School (TMS) - 415 Water St - lat: 41.625226, long: -79.667267 - serves as the start / finish line, aid station # 4, and race HQ - post-race showers are included in your entry fee.
PACERS MUST REGISTER AT EITHER THE MIDDLE SCHOOL OR AID STATION #2***
NOTE PACKET PICK UP INFORMATION FOR FRIDAY-Packet pick up and merchandise sales location will be determined at a later date.
What you need to know:
T-shirts & Hoodies will be available as an optional add-on during registration for an extra fee.
Registration and check-in will be held in one of the pavilions at Ellery Town Park.
Online registration will end at 12:00 pm on Friday, October 16
Day of registration will be open from 8:30 am to 9:30 am.
Overall male and female finishers will receive prizes.
Top 2 finishers for each gender age group will receive a prize (10 year age groups).
The Amy King 5K Run will be held on Thanksgiving morning, November 26, 2026 at 9:00 am in Jamestown, NY.
Proceeds raised will benefit the Amy King Kids’ YMCA Summer Camp and Southwestern Central School Scholarships.
Amy King was a flight attendant on United Flight 175. She was 29 years old on September 11, 2001 when terrorists hijacked her flight. Her long-time boyfriend, Michael Tarrou, 38, also a flight attendant, died with her aboard Flight 175.
Call 716-664-2802 for more information or visit us online at jamestownymca.org
5K Run / Walk that is flat terrain on Walnut Street in Titusville PA. This is our 12th annual event and fun for the whole family. Adult fee is now $15. Kids 18 and under participate for free. Kids under age 7 can participate but are not officially timed and do not need to be registered. There is a charge if participants want a race shirt. Long Sleeve is $16 / Short Sleeve $11
This race is chip timed by Wolf Creek Race Management