Waterford Fall Foliage Road Race Committee

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

Pleasant Mountain Race

Come join us for the fourth annual Pleasant Mountain Race! Take in the fall foliage as you navigate the technical single-track and traverse across Pleasant Mountain’s iconic ridge. Don't forget about the afterparty: food truck, beer from Norway Brewing Co (21+), and live music! We’re stoked to announce that the race is once again presented by ReVision Energy! Be on the lookout for Sunsquatch at Pleasant Mountain on race day!!

Details

When: Sunday, September 27th Where: Pleasant Mountain East Lodge - 305 Mountain Road, Bridgton, ME 04009Race Start: 8:00 amBib Pick-up: East Lodge, on race morning 6:00 - 7:30 amPrices: $70 (before 5/1/2026), $75 (before 9/1/2026), $80 (starting 9/1/2026)-All participants receive a tech t-shirt (sign up by 9/1 to guarantee a shirt!), food truck ticket (gluten-free option available), and a beer ticket! (21+). Non-alcoholic beverages also available. -Finishers will also receive a 2026 Pleasant Mountain Race finisher medal.There is no official cutoff time, although we prefer all runners finish before sunset.*Sign up for 1 race in the series and get $5 off another race in the series! (Coupons do not rollover to following years)**Sign up for any 3 races in the series (Crooked River 5k, Bald Pate 10k, Five Fields Farm 50k, and Pleasant Mountain Race) and get a Loon Echo Race Series hoodie! NEW THIS YEAR: Sign up for any 3 races in the series and get entered to win a $150 gift card for Canyon Wren Coaching with Acadia Gantz!!*All proceeds benefit the Loon Echo Land Trust, a non-profit that works to conserve land in the Lakes Region, including Pleasant Mountain.

The Course

Course map and elevation profile located in race photos.Almost immediately, participants will be faced with 1700’ of climbing in 2 miles up Bald Peak. The course will then stop short of the summit and head back down to the base, via Firewarden’s trail. Participants will then partially circumnavigate around the base to the Southwest Ridge Trailhead, where they will face another 1900’ of gain in 2.5 miles. After reaching the summit, the course will take individuals across the northern ridge, and then down the technical Sue’s Way trail. This connects back to Bald Peak, which will take participants down to Mountain rd and to the finish. The course starts and finishes at the Pleasant Mountain East Lodge.Link to gpx file here: Pleasant Mountain Race Course gpx

Aid Station

There will be one aid station on the course. This will be located at the Southwest Ridge Trailhead. We will have various sweet and salty snacks as well as water and Tailwind.

Mandatory Gear

Mountain weather is subject to extreme changes, and you must carry the gear listed below (subject to change based on conditions). Gear will be checked at bib pickup to ensure everyone is prepared for the race!Gear List: - At least 500 mL of water (Handheld is fine)- At least 400 calories- Windbreaker/rain shell- Space blanket or emergency foil blanket- HeadlampNot mandatory, but encouraged: - 1L of water is preferred- Hat or headband- Gloves- Fleece/Puffy

Volunteering

Not interested in running but still want to be involved? Consider volunteering! We are mainly looking for individuals to direct participants at key points on the course and to help participants at the start/finish, and at the aid station. Help our participants stay hydrated, nourished, and on course! Any and all help is greatly appreciated, no experience necessary. Reach out to [email protected] with questions and interest.

Sponsors

Event's current local time: 4:38 AM ET

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.