No Sto Defeats MSA 5K Trail Race and Fitness Walk
- Date Sat 26th September 2026 - Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location North Stonington, Connecticut
- Price $22.20 - $27.50
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the No Sto Defeats MSA 5K Trail Race and Fitness Walk, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026, in the beautiful North Stonington, Southeastern Connecticut! This exciting event features a challenging 5K race along scenic fields, tracks, and wooded trails at Wheeler High School, along with a two-mile fitness walk for those looking to enjoy the outdoors at a more leisurely pace.
Not only will participants experience the stunning early fall colors, but they will also contribute to a meaningful cause, as all proceeds benefit the Defeat MSA Alliance, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting patients, educating medical professionals, and advocating for the MSA community. Don’t miss the chance to pre-register by September 20th for a discount, and be among the first to receive a free tee shirt while supplies last! Plus, all registrants will be entered to win exciting raffle prizes donated by local businesses. With awards for the top finishers in multiple age categories and professionally timed results, this is a day of fun, fitness, and camaraderie in memory of those affected by this challenging disease. Join us in making a difference!
Not only will participants experience the stunning early fall colors, but they will also contribute to a meaningful cause, as all proceeds benefit the Defeat MSA Alliance, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting patients, educating medical professionals, and advocating for the MSA community. Don’t miss the chance to pre-register by September 20th for a discount, and be among the first to receive a free tee shirt while supplies last! Plus, all registrants will be entered to win exciting raffle prizes donated by local businesses. With awards for the top finishers in multiple age categories and professionally timed results, this is a day of fun, fitness, and camaraderie in memory of those affected by this challenging disease. Join us in making a difference!
Organiser's Description
ALL PROCEEDS RAISED SUPPORT DEFEAT MSA ALLIANCE [https://defeatmsa.org/], A NON-PROFIT THAT ASPIRES TO SUPPORT PATIENTS, EDUCATE MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, RAISE PUBLIC AWARENESS, NURTURE PROMISING RESEARCH AND ADVOCATE FOR THE MSA COMMUNITY. WHAT IS MSA? LEARN MORE ABOUT MSA FROM THE MAYO CLINIC [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-system-atrophy/symptoms-causes/syc-20356153].
A 5K; FIELD, TRACK & TRAIL RACE, TWO MILE FITNESS WALK
WHEN: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 @ 10:00
WHERE: ATHLETIC FIELDS, WOODED TRAILS AT WHEELER HIGH SCHOOL AND ADJACENT TOWN RECREATION FIELD
297 NORWICH WESTERLY RD., NORTH STONINGTON.
Enjoy the early fall colors as you walk/run.
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PRE REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 20TH FOR $5 OFF
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TEE SHIRTS: PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A FREE TEE SHIRT, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST
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ALL REGISTRANTS IN ATTENDANCE WILL BE ENTERED TO WIN ONE OF SEVERAL RAFFLE PRIZES DONATED BY NORTH STONINGTON BUSINESSES.
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PROFESSIONALLY TIMED RACE WITH CUSTOM BIBS
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AWARDS TO OVERALL TOP THREE FINISHERS IN EACH CATEGORY:
DIVISIONS
>UNDER 8
>8-12
>13-15
>16-20
>21-39
>30-39
>40-49
>50-59
>60-69
>70-79
>80 & UP
THIS EVENT IS IN MEMORY OF MY SISTER, VICTORIA SCHNEIDER, AND SO MANY OTHERS WHO ARE STILL BATTLING THIS DEVASTATING DISEASE EVERY DAY. I'M WALKING BECAUSE MANY OF THEM CANNOT. PLEASE READ THEIR STORIES. HTTPS://DEFEATMSA.ORG/GIVING-PROGRAMS/ [https://defeatmsa.org/giving-programs/]
INTERESTED IN BEING A RACE DAY VENDOR OR SPONSOR? PLEASE EMAIL US AT: NOSTODEFEATSMSA@GMAIL.COM
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A 5K; FIELD, TRACK & TRAIL RACE, TWO MILE FITNESS WALK
WHEN: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 @ 10:00
WHERE: ATHLETIC FIELDS, WOODED TRAILS AT WHEELER HIGH SCHOOL AND ADJACENT TOWN RECREATION FIELD
297 NORWICH WESTERLY RD., NORTH STONINGTON.
Enjoy the early fall colors as you walk/run.
*
PRE REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 20TH FOR $5 OFF
*
TEE SHIRTS: PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A FREE TEE SHIRT, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST
*
ALL REGISTRANTS IN ATTENDANCE WILL BE ENTERED TO WIN ONE OF SEVERAL RAFFLE PRIZES DONATED BY NORTH STONINGTON BUSINESSES.
*
PROFESSIONALLY TIMED RACE WITH CUSTOM BIBS
*
AWARDS TO OVERALL TOP THREE FINISHERS IN EACH CATEGORY:
DIVISIONS
>UNDER 8
>8-12
>13-15
>16-20
>21-39
>30-39
>40-49
>50-59
>60-69
>70-79
>80 & UP
THIS EVENT IS IN MEMORY OF MY SISTER, VICTORIA SCHNEIDER, AND SO MANY OTHERS WHO ARE STILL BATTLING THIS DEVASTATING DISEASE EVERY DAY. I'M WALKING BECAUSE MANY OF THEM CANNOT. PLEASE READ THEIR STORIES. HTTPS://DEFEATMSA.ORG/GIVING-PROGRAMS/ [https://defeatmsa.org/giving-programs/]
INTERESTED IN BEING A RACE DAY VENDOR OR SPONSOR? PLEASE EMAIL US AT: NOSTODEFEATSMSA@GMAIL.COM
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Races
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Defeat MSA 5K Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
This run will take place on the Wheeler High School Cross Country trail. All field / track / trail. Times will be posted by the end of Race Day. Online registration closes at 4:00 pm on 9/25. On site registration and check-in starts at 8:30 am. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd for both Men & Women in each division Free on site child care provided. -
Defeat MSA Fitness Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 26th September 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$27.50
This walk will take place on the Wheeler High School Cross Country trail. All field / track / trail. Check-in starts at 8:30 am. -
Virtual Support- Walk/Run When and Where You Want
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.20
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