Run For The Hills

Saturday, July 22, 2023 Past event
8:05 AM EDT
Elmira, New York
$49.00 · 2 races
5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of outdoor adventure at the Run For The Hills event taking place on Saturday, July 22nd, 2023, in the beautiful Elmira, Chemung area! This exciting race invites trail enthusiasts of all levels to challenge themselves with two fantastic course options. Choose the 5K for a family-friendly trek that includes thrilling hills, creek crossings, and opportunities to spot local wildlife. For those looking for a more intense experience, the 10K course offers increased elevation gain and stunning views as it leads runners to Tanglewood's highest point overlooking the Chemung River.

Participants can look forward to a spirited atmosphere, with the 10K starting at 8:00 AM followed by the 5K at 8:05 AM. Timed by Falcon Race Timing, this event will recognize the top three male and female finishers in both distance categories with exciting prizes. Not only will you enjoy an unforgettable day in nature, but your participation also supports Tanglewood Nature Center’s mission to maintain public access trails and provide educational programming for over 35,000 visitors each year. Don’t forget to register by June 28th to secure your event t-shirt and join in on the fun!

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Races

  • 10k Run

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:00 AM EDT

    $49.00

    Entries closed
  • 5k Run

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    8:05 AM EDT

    $49.00

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

Tanglewood Nature Center is excited to invite trail-goers back to Run For The Hills on Saturday, July 22nd, 2023!

This race offers two courses:

5K: For individuals or families who like climbing hills, crossing creeks, and spotting wildlife

10K: For runners and hikers seeking more more elevation gain, more views, more technical trail sections the 10K COURSE leads you up to Tanglewood's highest point overlooking the Chemung River, drops you down, and weaves you through all of Tanglewood's meadows and forests

All proceeds support Tanglewoods efforts to fulfill its mission by maintaining over ten miles of free, public access trails, offering educational programming for children and adults, providing homes in its exhibits for more than 40 native and exotic animals, and welcoming over 35,000 visitors a year.

This race will have two start waves:

10k Wave 1 8:00 am

5k Wave 2 8:05 am

*Timed by Falcon Race Timing

*Prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place female and male finishers in both 5k and 10k distances.

REGISTER BY JUNE 28TH TO GUARANTEE AN EVENT T-SHIRT IN THE SIZE OF YOUR CHOICE.

*If you are interested in registering a group of runners in our Team Division, email the RD by clicking on the Questions button below.

Location

Tanglewood Nature Center, 443 Coleman Ave, Elmira, 14903, NY, United States

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