Join us for an exhilarating 5-mile trail race through scenic terrain, all in support of Wissahickon Trails. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a nature enthusiast, this race offers a unique opportunity to challenge yourself while giving back.
Set on the award winning Green Ribbon Trail, this course takes runners through lush forests, winding paths, and breathtaking vistas. Proceeds from the race will directly support environmental projects such as habitat restoration, wildlife preservation, and community education efforts.
Register today and run for a greener tomorrow!
Fees
$40 through 10/13
$45 from 10/14 - 11/2
Includes: T-shirts - short sleeve, technical unisex shirts (while supplies last) and post-race brunch.
Race Details
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The race starts and ends at Parkside Place in Upper Gwynedd Township, 1 Parkside Drive, North Wales, PA 19454
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No dogs or strollers permitted
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Police & volunteers will assist with road crossings
Course
The 5-mile trail race will start at Parkside Place in North Wales and follow the Green Ribbon Trail downstream, turn onto Swedesford Road at Wissahickon Trails’ Evans-Mumbower Mill, run up Evergreen Drive, then circle through Natural Lands' Gwynedd Preserve, reconnect with the Green Ribbon Trail and finish back at Parkside Place. The course is a natural, wooded trail with a variety of surfaces - dirt, gravel, grass, some single-track, two sets of stepping-stones and a few paved sections. It is mostly flat, with a few climbs and descents. Course map >>
Awards
Prizes provided by North Wales Running Company
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1st male and female - $50
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2nd male and female - $30
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3rd male and female - $15
Age Group awards- 1st (only) in age groups - $10
Prizes will be awarded to the 1st place male and female runners in 10-year age groups: 15 and under, 16-19, up to 70 & older
Fundraising
Make a donation to support Wissahickon Trails and your local environment – protecting the land, trails and waterways of the Wissahickon Valley. With over 24 miles of trails stretched across 12 preserves in Montgomery County, Wissahickon Trails offers something for everyone.
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Contribute or raise an additional $100 (beyond your registration fee) and receive a Wissahickon Trails swag bag, including a cozy winter beanie, as a token of our appreciation for your dedication to preserving our local environment!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Your company’s support of this event and Wissahickon Trails shows a shared commitment to protecting our local environment and keeping green spaces and trails open and available for the community to enjoy. Your company logo will appear on event signs placed throughout the community and t-shirts for all participants. Additionally, your company will be mentioned in all our communications channels. Sponsorship Details
Contact Lisa Hansell, lisa@wissahickontrails, for more information.
