Run With The Deer Flies 25K, 15K & 8K
- Date Sun 27th July 2025
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Penn Run, Pennsylvania
- Price $38.10
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of trail running at the 2025 Run With The Deer Flies event, taking place on Sunday, July 27, 2025, in the beautiful Penn Run, Indiana. This year, the event features three exhilarating race distances: the challenging 25K, the robust 15K, and a newly added 8K, perfect for novice trail runners or those seeking a shorter course. Participants can look forward to a thrilling experience on a mix of single-track trails, pipeline roads, swamps, hills, and creek crossings, all while enjoying the stunning natural surroundings of Camp Seph Mack.
With aid stations approximately every four miles and the encouragement to carry extra water, runners will be well-supported throughout the race. After crossing the finish line, enjoy delicious post-race burgers and hot dogs grilled by ultra runner Ryan Knecht. Each finisher will receive a medal, and there will be exciting random drawings for gift cards from Luigi's Ristorante. With a cap of just 100 runners per race, be sure to register early to secure your spot in this unforgettable trail adventure. Don't miss out on the fun and camaraderie at the Deer Fly, benefiting Indiana County Parks & Trails and Citizens' Ambulance Service!
With aid stations approximately every four miles and the encouragement to carry extra water, runners will be well-supported throughout the race. After crossing the finish line, enjoy delicious post-race burgers and hot dogs grilled by ultra runner Ryan Knecht. Each finisher will receive a medal, and there will be exciting random drawings for gift cards from Luigi's Ristorante. With a cap of just 100 runners per race, be sure to register early to secure your spot in this unforgettable trail adventure. Don't miss out on the fun and camaraderie at the Deer Fly, benefiting Indiana County Parks & Trails and Citizens' Ambulance Service!
Organiser's Description
The 2025 Run With The Deer Flies 25K, 15K, and 8K will be held on Sunday, July 27, 2025. And as you can see an 8K distance has been added in 2025, This should be a popular addition for new trail runners as well as those who would like a shorter distance.
We are looking forward to returning to Camp Seph Mack near Penn Run, PA and hope to see you there. The Deer Fly is directed by trail runners for trail runners.
The Deer Fly is a fun and challenging trail race with a mix of single-track trails, pipeline roads, swamps, hills, and creek crossings. Aid stations approximately every four miles, but carrying water is strongly recommended. Post-race burgers and hot dogs grilled up by ultra runner Ryan Knecht.
The Deer Fly benefits Indiana County Parks & Trails and Citizens' Ambulance Service.
Finishers' medals courtesy of Bethany Serafin Awalt of Valley Village Oral Surgery of Pikesville, Maryland, Plus random drawings for eight $25.00 Luigi's Ristrarnte gift cards, four for the 8K, four for the 15K and four for the 25K, compliments of Luigi's and Bernadette Drew of Bernadette Drew Interiors, Bel Air, Maryland.
Deer Fly Swatters, a Deer Fly tradition, are being supplied by Chris Sharbaugh, Indiana Chiropractic Clinic, Indiana, PA.
Races are each capped at 100 runners. Please register early to avoid disappointment.
Race shirts are provided courtesy of Allied Milk and are guaranteed to those who register by July 14, 2025. Shirts are available after that date and on race day only as supplies last.
No rain date. No refunds or deferrals if the race is conducted.
We are looking forward to returning to Camp Seph Mack near Penn Run, PA and hope to see you there. The Deer Fly is directed by trail runners for trail runners.
The Deer Fly is a fun and challenging trail race with a mix of single-track trails, pipeline roads, swamps, hills, and creek crossings. Aid stations approximately every four miles, but carrying water is strongly recommended. Post-race burgers and hot dogs grilled up by ultra runner Ryan Knecht.
The Deer Fly benefits Indiana County Parks & Trails and Citizens' Ambulance Service.
Finishers' medals courtesy of Bethany Serafin Awalt of Valley Village Oral Surgery of Pikesville, Maryland, Plus random drawings for eight $25.00 Luigi's Ristrarnte gift cards, four for the 8K, four for the 15K and four for the 25K, compliments of Luigi's and Bernadette Drew of Bernadette Drew Interiors, Bel Air, Maryland.
Deer Fly Swatters, a Deer Fly tradition, are being supplied by Chris Sharbaugh, Indiana Chiropractic Clinic, Indiana, PA.
Races are each capped at 100 runners. Please register early to avoid disappointment.
Race shirts are provided courtesy of Allied Milk and are guaranteed to those who register by July 14, 2025. Shirts are available after that date and on race day only as supplies last.
No rain date. No refunds or deferrals if the race is conducted.
Races
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Run With the Deer Flies 15K Trail Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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Run With the Deer Flies 25K Trail Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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Run With the Deer Flies 8K Trail Run
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 27th July 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.10
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