8th Annual Earth Day Trail Race
PE
From Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust
- Date Sat 18th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania
- Price $33.30 - $49.35
- Races 6 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the 8th Annual Earth Day Trail Race, hosted by the Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust, on Saturday, April 18, 2026, in the beautiful Huntingdon Valley, Montgomery. This exciting event offers a fantastic opportunity for families and fitness enthusiasts alike to celebrate Earth Day weekend while enjoying the great outdoors. Participants can choose from three race distances: a challenging 10K, a scenic 5K, or a fun-filled 1-mile course, which will feature a delightful "Tale Trail" created by the Southampton Library to engage young runners.
As you navigate the rolling hills of the Pennypack Preserve, you'll be supporting the vital mission of the Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust, which works tirelessly to protect over 950 acres of open space. The race will be professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Racing Co., ensuring accurate results for all participants. Plus, your entry fee includes a race t-shirt and access to post-race refreshments and prizes! Bring your family and friends—children 12 and under can join for free! Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature and contribute to preserving our local ecosystems. Sign up today and secure your spot at this unforgettable event!
As you navigate the rolling hills of the Pennypack Preserve, you'll be supporting the vital mission of the Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust, which works tirelessly to protect over 950 acres of open space. The race will be professionally timed by Bryn Mawr Racing Co., ensuring accurate results for all participants. Plus, your entry fee includes a race t-shirt and access to post-race refreshments and prizes! Bring your family and friends—children 12 and under can join for free! Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature and contribute to preserving our local ecosystems. Sign up today and secure your spot at this unforgettable event!
Organiser's Description
CELEBRATE EARTH DAY WEEKEND WITH US AT THE PENNYPACK TRUST! Bring the whole family and join us for the 8th Annual Earth Day Trail Race. All proceeds benefit PERT's efforts to protect open space and maintain our current 950+ acres of land. YOU CAN CHOOSE TO RUN/WALK 10K, 5K, OR 1 MILE. PLEASE SIGN UP AND SECURE YOUR SPOT!
FOR THE FAMILY: This year's 1-mile course will be transformed into a "Tale Trail" by our friends at the Southampton Library! A special Story Stroll will be the perfect motivation to get those kiddos to the finish line. It will be fun for kids and adults alike!
COURSE: A scenic, rolling hills course on grass and gravel that is great for both beginners and seasoned trailblazers. The courses begin and end at the headquarters. Since this is a run on natures trails, the course will be as close to 1 mile and 5K and 10K as we can get! No dogs or pets.
RACE RESULTS: The race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co. Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com
GIVEAWAYS: Your race entry fee includes a race t-shirt! Guarantee your size by 3/31/26. Refreshments and prizes after the race. Children 12 and under are free.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT/OTHER INFO: Founded in 1970, the mission of the Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust is to steward the Pennypack Preserve natural area as an important component of the regions natural areas network, and to educate and encourage people to enjoy and protect the preserves native ecosystems. This 8th annual trail run/walk will help protect the 950+ acres of open space the Pennypack Preserve encompasses. Thank you for supporting PERTs efforts.
Pets are not welcome on the Preserve or at the race. No Dogs.
SPONSORSHIPS: Boost your business by sponsoring the race! There are many opportunities to connect with the community. Choose a level that fits your needs and become one of our trusted partners. [https://pennypacktrust.org/sponsor-perts-earth-day-trail-race/]
VOLUNTEER: SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE: PERT TRAIL RUN VOLUNTEERS [https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AA8A922AB9-pert3]
QUESTIONS: Send emails to mmalloy@pennypacktrust.org and type 5K Race Director in subject line.
FOR THE FAMILY: This year's 1-mile course will be transformed into a "Tale Trail" by our friends at the Southampton Library! A special Story Stroll will be the perfect motivation to get those kiddos to the finish line. It will be fun for kids and adults alike!
COURSE: A scenic, rolling hills course on grass and gravel that is great for both beginners and seasoned trailblazers. The courses begin and end at the headquarters. Since this is a run on natures trails, the course will be as close to 1 mile and 5K and 10K as we can get! No dogs or pets.
RACE RESULTS: The race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co. Results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com
GIVEAWAYS: Your race entry fee includes a race t-shirt! Guarantee your size by 3/31/26. Refreshments and prizes after the race. Children 12 and under are free.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT/OTHER INFO: Founded in 1970, the mission of the Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust is to steward the Pennypack Preserve natural area as an important component of the regions natural areas network, and to educate and encourage people to enjoy and protect the preserves native ecosystems. This 8th annual trail run/walk will help protect the 950+ acres of open space the Pennypack Preserve encompasses. Thank you for supporting PERTs efforts.
Pets are not welcome on the Preserve or at the race. No Dogs.
SPONSORSHIPS: Boost your business by sponsoring the race! There are many opportunities to connect with the community. Choose a level that fits your needs and become one of our trusted partners. [https://pennypacktrust.org/sponsor-perts-earth-day-trail-race/]
VOLUNTEER: SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE: PERT TRAIL RUN VOLUNTEERS [https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AA8A922AB9-pert3]
QUESTIONS: Send emails to mmalloy@pennypacktrust.org and type 5K Race Director in subject line.
Races
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5K Trail Run - PERT Member
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.30
Must enter membership number for this registration. If you have lost your membership card, call the Trust during office hours (M-F 8:30 am-4:30 pm) for your membership number. 215.657.0830 -
5K Trail Run - Non-Member
Incl. $3.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.65
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1 Mile Walk - PERT Member
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.30
Must enter membership number for this registration. If you have lost your membership card, call the Trust during office hours (M-F 8:30 am-4:30 pm) for your membership number. 215.657.0830 -
1 Mile Walk - Non-Member
Incl. $3.65 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$38.65
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10K Trail Run - Member
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$44.00
Must enter membership number for this registration. If you have lost your membership card, call the Trust during office hours (M-F 8:30 am-4:30 pm) for your membership number. 215.657.0830 -
10K Trail Run - Non-Member
Incl. $4.35 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 18th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$49.35
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2955 Edge Hill Road, Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust, Huntingdon Valley, 19006, PA, United States
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