STRC Trailfest at Newtown Battlefield SP
About the race
Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community at Newtown Battlefield State Park, hosted by the Southern Tier Running Club (STRC).
After the run, stay for socializing with the trail community. It is a relaxed, family-friendly gathering.
Post-race gathering
We will be grilling burgers and hot dogs, serving tasty sides, and offering vegetarian and vegan options.
- A covered pavilion in case the weather does not cooperate
- Picnic tables (bring lawn chairs if you like)
- A large field for games and fun
- Volleyball net and horseshoe pits
- Yard games (bring your favorites)
Start time and location
- Start time: 9:00 AM
- Location: Newtown Battlefield State Park
Entry includes
- Access to the aid station
- Post-run food
- A great time on the trails with fellow runners
- Custom BOCO Gear hats for all participants
- Finisher medal
- Custom awards for male and female winners
- A donation to a local trails organization from our proceeds
What your entry includes
The course
The course is a 1-mile trail loop with about 300 feet of elevation gain per loop. Run as many loops as you can within the 3-hour time limit, and only loops completed before the 3-hour mark count. You can stop whenever you like. Run, hike, walk, or stroll.
Race format and aid station
Run as many loops as you can within the 3-hour time limit, but only loops completed before the 3-hour mark count. You can stop whenever you like; there is no pressure to run the full duration. Run, hike, walk, or stroll for as many miles or minutes as you want.
A fully stocked aid station will be available at the start/finish area to keep you fueled and hydrated.
Race weekend schedule
Location
City insight: Elmira
Elmira is a city and the county seat of Chemung County in the Southern Tier of New York, USA, a short distance north of the Pennsylvania state line. It was the site of Elmira Prison, a Civil War prisoner-of-war camp, and is home to Elmira College. Summers are warm and humid while winters are cold and snowy, so late spring and early autumn are the best seasons to race.
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