Help support Shawn Mastrantonio, our VHL Warrior.

Our beloved VHL Warrior, Shawn Mastrantonio, needs our help.  He just received devastating news that he has to undergo his third brain surgery as he continues his fight against this rare cancer.  He has a tumor that has grown drastically and is pushing against his brain stem.  Additionally he has developed a cyst that must also be removed. He is immediately heading to Columbus, Ohio to undergo this surgery with his specialist.

This costly surgery is minimally covered by his insurance and will have to be paid largely out of pocket.

Shawn has been and continues to be a strong and humble man who inspires us all in the way he chooses to fight this disease, the way he uses his running as an educational platform for VHL (Von Hippel-Landau), and the way he lives his life.

We are reaching out to anyone who would like to make a donation to Shawn and his wife, Kim, to help them with the mounting medical expenses so that they can focus on his recovery and healing. 



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2016 Towanda Riverfest 5K Run/Walk

WHEN: August 20. Run/Walk begins at 9 am; Registration 8- 8:45 am

WHERE: The course is along Merrill Parkway in Towanda.


Registration fee: $20 pre-registration (18 yrs and under, pre-registration only: $15). Return pre-registration forms and fees and/or sponsorship amounts by August 15, 2016 to: ARCC, PO Box 186, Towanda, PA 18848. Make checks payable to ARCC or Abuse & Rape Crisis Center. The registration fee after August 15, 2016 is $25. Please help us to raise more funds by gathering sponsors for your run/walk. Sponsorship form on back.

The staging area for the run/walk is located near the rear of the Bradford County Courthouse across from the Towanda Police Station. Registration will also be held at the staging area the day of the event from 8 am to 8:45 am.

Proceeds from this event will be split between the Abuse & Rape Crisis Center (ARCC), administrators of this event, and the Towanda Riverfest Committee. ARCC is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization which provides free and confidential services to victims of domestic and sexual violence in Bradford County and violence prevention programing to the community.

Sayre Turkey Trot 5k (2017)

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Kiel's Cause 5K

MORE INFO: HERE

First defense 5K Zombie Fun Run

Saturday, Oct 15. Mt Pisgah State Park

This fun run is brought to you by Western Alliance EMS, and Troy Fire Dept. 
Proceeds benefit the education funds of both services. 
This is a fun run for all people of any age . 

Entry fee will be $25, free T-shirt to the first 50 to sign up!!
Keep watching for further updates!! 

To register:
Contact , Stacy Kent 570-485-9916
Or Janna Dibble 570-529-0780

Facebook Event Page: HERE

World's End Fall Classic Half Marathon

The Worlds End Fall Classic is a challenging half marathon that explores Worlds End State Park and Loyalsock State Forest in the Endless Mountains of Pennsylvania. The route is mostly rugged, scenic-dense single-track trails with multiple waterfalls and vistas of the beautiful Endless Mountains.

Park information: Worlds End State Park

Location: Cliff Pavilion, Worlds End State Park

Date: Saturday, October 1, 2016

Check-In & Bib Pickup:7:30 AM

Start Time: 9:00 AM, there is a 5 hour time limit for this race.

Parking: Parking is available at the state park. We are at max capacity with parking spaces so carpooling is strongly encouraged.

Race Capacity: The Worlds End Fall Classic will have a capacity of 300 runners.

REGISTER: HERE

UPDATE: Race Website  now live with course description and more...

Williamsport Salvation Army 10k & 20k Trail Race

Pa Trail Races Facebook

Welcome to the first ever trail race on the pristine Williamsport Water Authority property located in Duboistown, PA! The 10K and 20K will be run mostly on beautiful double track trails. The 10K will be run on the Raccoon Loop and the 20K will take runners to the top of the mountain and around the upper reservoir. For the more serious trail runners, both courses are runnable with only minor technicalities. 10K participants should anticipate about 450 ft of elevation gain and 20K participants will experience a total of about 1,000 ft of elevation gain. Details about the courses will be sent to registered participants closer to the race. Walkers and runners of all levels are welcomed and encouraged to participate.

This will be considered a green race with minimal waste produced at the event. The trails will be clearly marked, as runners traverse past beautiful streams and through amazing forests, and there will be volunteers throughout the course. However, if you need food or water beyond the start/finish area, be prepared to carry your own supplies on the course. There will be two water stations on the 20K loop, but no water stations will be possible on the 10K course.

Registration is limited so do not miss out on the opportunity to experience the first ever trail race at the Williamsport Water Authority property!

Register Now: HERE

3rd Annual Mason's Hope Hero Run 5k

"Registration is open! Join us August 7th, for our 3rd annual Mason's Hope 5k. Music, face painting, basket raffle. Register at parunners.com or mail registration to PO Box 124, Sayre, PA 18840. Race day registration starts at 8:00.

World's End Ultramarathon 50k / 100k (2017)

The date for the 2017 World's End Ultra has been set for June 3rd. Registration opens in November 2016.

LeRoy Old Home Day 5k

The LeRoy Old Home Day 5k will be held at 9:30 a.m. on July 4th at the LeRoy Community Building on Mill Street in LeRoy Pa.

To Pre-Register visit the race on Facebook (Here) or call (570) 364-5293. $15 in advance, $20 Day of Race

Race With A View 5k

Join us at Mt. Pisgah County Park for A Run with a View 5K Run/Walk sponsored by the Bradford County Parks Committee on Saturday, July 16, 2016 with registration at 8:00 am and the race beginning at 9:00 am.

Registration is just $5.00 and all proceeds from the race will go to the Lions Clubs of Bradford County to support their efforts in fighting blindness through providing access to vision care. Each runner/walker will receive a t-shirt.

The registration fee can be paid prior to the race at the Commissioners’ office located at the Bradford County Courthouse or on the day of the race at the registration table. You can register online at the www.bradfordcountypa.org website.

For questions, call (570) 265-1727. Come run with us around the park and through the woods. The trail offers spectacular views of beautiful vistas and untouched nature. Hope to see you there!

Register: Here

Troop 3.3 Mile Run

More Info On: Facebook

Chief Wetona Challenge 2017

The 4th annual Chief Wetona Challenge will be held on May 21st 2017.

New for 2017 - primitive tent camping at the county park.
REGISTER NOW

Massive Rails-to-Trails Project Coming To Bradford County?

In what just might be the biggest piece of good news ever for Bradford County area runners and cyclists, the Bradford County commissioners on Thursday threw their support behind the proposed construction of a massive rails-to-trails project that would see the abandoned rail line between Williamsport Pa and Elmira NY converted into rail trail. The rail trail would pass through Western Bradford County between Canton and Troy.

As if the possibility of having our very own long rail trail here in Bradford County isn't exciting enough, if constructed, the trail could plausibly be connected to the acclaimed Pine Creek Rail Trail via a proposed trail that would connect the southern terminus (Jersey Shore) with nearby Williamsport.

The Northern end of the proposed trail through Bradford County would be in Elmira NY, bringing it into close proximity with the Catharine Valley Rail Trail (which, at its Northern end, is just a stone's throw from the Finger Lakes Trail in Watkins Glen), as well as the 8 mile spur of rail trail currently under construction from Lowman NY to Elmira.

Last month it was announced that officials in Towanda/Wysox and Monroeton would be funding a feasibility study to explore the construction of two 3 mile segments of rail trail. Meanwhile in Sayre/Athens, construction on the Diahoga Trail (Aprox. 2 miles) is set to begin soon.

Our area has a rich history in logging, mining, railroading, and now natural gas. Segments of abandoned rail litter the region, and should this project succeed, you can definitely see the potential for a large network of trails - useful to runners (training) such as us - and also for bringing an influx of healthy-tourism dollars (racing, vacationing).

SIGN THE PETITION TO SUPPORT THIS PROJECT

-Brian

Source: The Daily Review 4/29/16

Herrickville Water Run 5k

The 2016 Herrickville Water Run 5k will be held on August 13th beginning at 9:30AM. The top Male and Female finishers will receive quilts.

Free Kids Fun Run

There is approximately 1 mile of trail consisting of mowed field and some woods. The rest is a mix of dirt and paved road. Along the course, there will be a sprinkler, squirt guns, falling waterfall from a firetruck hose, and have a huge optional slip and slide finish!

Pre-registration Registration fee:
$20 pre-registration ( $65 cap for families-includes 4 shirts).
The registration fee after July 20th  is $25 with a $80 cap for families.
(Race Day shirts will be given until supplies run out)

Online registration form coming soon. Registration form available on the Valley Running Club Facebook under the 'files' tab.

 LIKE the race on Facebook: Here

Monroe Hose Inferno 5k/15k

The Monroe Hose Inferno 5k/15k road races, put on by the Monroe Hose Co. will be returning for their third year on July 23th, 2016. Registration begins at 8:00.

Be sure to like the race page on Facebook: HERE

Also look for registration forms at T-Town Bakery in Towanda, the Monroeton Public Library and The YMCA in Towanda very soon, or download one from the files section at BRADFORD COUNTY RACES

5 Miles For Michelle (2016)

5 Miles For Michelle Trail Run
Where: Mt Pisgah State Park, Troy Pa.
When: Oct 23, 2016. 10:00AM
FACEBOOK: CLICK HERE

Pink Panther 5k (2016)

WHERE: Northeast Bradford HS
WHAT: 5K Cross County Run
WHEN: March 26th. 10:00AM
FACEBOOK: CLICK HERE

Chief Wetona Challenge (7M / Half Marathon)

Sunday May 15th, 2016. Mt. Pisgah State Park. Troy Pa.

Both CWC distances, the 7 and 14, will be part of the National Trophy Runner Trail Series again this year.

7-Mile race will be limited to 150 participants and the half marathon will be limited to 250 participants.

Entrants must register by April 10th to be guaranteed a shirt.  Registration closes on May 6th at midnight.

Family Discount: Any registration package of three or more people will receive $5 off per person.

7 Miler - $25 with t-shirt.  $20 without t-shirt

Half Marathon - $45 with t-shirt.  $40 without t-shirt

RACE FACEBOOK: CLICK HERE
REGISTER ONLINE: CLICK HERE

Pound The Ground For Ultrasound (2016)

10K Trail Run (8am) $25

One Hour Loop Run/Walk/Stroller Friendly (9:30am) $25

BOTH $40
Family of 4 (family living at the same address) $50 2 meals included

Kiddie Fun Run for ages 8 and under (10:45am) $10

Race T-shirts sold separately $10

May 28, 2016 Now being held at Riverfront Park, Sayre PA

RACE FACEBOOK: CLICK HERE

Fourth Annual Racing Heart 5k

5K Walk/Run to benefit The Adult Congenital Heart Association and The Children's Heart Foundation.

ONLINE REGISTRATION DETAILS TO FOLLOW!

Race day registration: 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Kid's Fun Run - Mended Mile (Benefitting The Mended Little Hearts) 9:00 AM
5K Walk/Run Starts immediately after.

Pre-registration Fees: 
Kid's Fun Run (donation -- BY kids FOR kids)
Walkers: $15.00
Runners: $20.00
*** Fees increase by $5.00 on Race Day.***


T-Shirt Sponsorship -- Add your loved one's name to the back of the event T-shirt for $20.00, guaranteed one t-shirt per sponsorship. (This will be on option an the on-line registration form.)

ALL participants will receive post-race refreshments, snacks, and chances for raffle drawings!

Awards will be given to the overall 1st place male and 1st place female, as well as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place medals for males and females in the following age categories:
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & Over.

We also include a special category of awards for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place male and female that are members of The Zipper Club. The Zipper Club refers to any individual that has undergone open heart surgery. The chest scar left behind is fondly referred to as a zipper to the heart. For the purpose of this event we would like to honor ANY heart patient.
No duplication of awards.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions or for additional information. More information will follow as it becomes available! E-mail: RacingHeart5K@yahoo.com

FACEBOOK PAGE: CLICK HERE

Thank you for your continued support!

Third Annual Race For Healing 5k

As spring is just around the corner will you make a difference in your community? Join us for The Third Annual Race for Healing 5K Run/Walk. 

EVENT FACEBOOK: CLICK HERE

Guthrie Gallop (2016)

When: 

Saturday, May 7, 2016

This multiple event race includes a 5K road race, 10K road race, a 5K walk and Kids Fun Run. Proceeds go toward Guthrie's Sports Medicine Fund to be used for projects that educate, prevent and treat sports related injuries and to Camp Sensation.

OFFICIAL WEBSITE: CLICK HERE

3rd Annual Trojan Must-Dash 5k

Grab your sneakers, family, and friends and join us for the 3rd Annual Trojan Must-Dash! This 5K Trail Run/Walk follows the beautiful trails of Mt. Pisgah State Park for a wonderful run/walk perfect for a family day out. We are excited to be a part of the new Pisgah Point Series!! No additional entry fee and there will be Series prizes for overall, masters, and age groups.

Registration: 8:00-8:45 a.m. at the Poolside Pavilion 
Race Time: 9:00 a.m.

Entries Post Marked:
- By May 8th = $20 
- After May 9th: $25
Registration includes a performance t-shirt for the first 100 registered!

$50 Family cap (Pre-registered by May 8th): Up to four 5K registrations - same household

Awards: Top Overall Male & Female
Top 3 Males/Females in each age division:
Up to 11; 11-14; 15-18; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+

Registration: http://bit.ly/MustDash2016

Official Chip Timing by PA Runners.

Proceeds benefit the Troy High School Cross Country and Track & FIeld Teams.

Event Facebook: Click Here

50th Annual Camptown Races

"American songwriter Stephen Foster was born July 4, 1826 in western PA. He published the song "Gwine to Run All Night" (now better known as "Camptown Races") in 1850 while living in the Towanda/Athens area, close to Camptown which is located in northeast Pennsylvania. Camptown refers to the "towns" that transient workers set up around railroad tracks, hopping on trains to get from job-to-job and town-to-town. 

The song lyrics tell the story of the transient workers, who gambled on horses to try to make some money. In the lyrics the horse race is "5 miles long", which may refer to the distance "the bob-tailed nag and bay horse" ran from Camptown to the nearby town of Wyalusing. A current day Camptown Race is a bit longer, almost 10 kilometers, run by an adventurous group of men and women of all ages."

Website: Here

Facebook: Here