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Seven Valleys, Pennsylvania
Seven Valleys, PennsylvaniaSat 7th September 2024
3 races
Organiser's Description
The 13th Sasquatch Preservation 5K & 10K Trail Run returns toย the FNLT preserved South Branch Farms on Saturday, September 7th, with both races starting at 9:00 AM sharp!ย ย
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Once featured as one of Runnerโs World magazineโs Americaโs Top Trail Races, The Sasquatch is 99% off-road with cross-country and trails on mixed terrain and elevation across FNLT preserved farmland, woods, pastures and streams. Wildlife is abound with birds, chipmunks, deer, turkeys, owls, foxes, coyotes, snakes andโฆ. yes runners have even seen sasquatches! ย
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The 10K has some steep climbs including OVER the historic Howard Tunnel / Rail Trail. ย Both runs have a delightfully refreshing crossing of the Codorus Creek near the finish!ย As OG course designer Rob Kinsley put it, โIf youโre not wet and dirty, youโre disqualified!โ ย
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Post race fun includes a light lunch from White Rose Bar & Grill, fruits from Flinchbaughโs Orchard & Farm Market, beer sampling from Brewery Products (21+ with ID), that good York Water and cool down with your fellow runners.ย We're working on something extra for the kids to enjoy as well - stay tuned!ย These fine businesses DONATE to this event and FNLT - be sure to in turn support them!
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BRISK PACE ONLY - valuing the time of our hosts and volunteers - if you need a bit more time to get around, we respectfully ask that you please sign up for the 5K only.
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Preserving land sure is freakin' cool but sheesh, trespassing is not... this is PRIVATE property, so please - no trying to run the course before or after the race. ย Since this is an active farm, please NO ANIMALS to be brought to the event. ย Due to the terrain, no strollers. Please carpool if youโre able.
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LOVE WILDLIFE, WOODS, WATER & THE COUNTRYSIDE?The Sasquatch is a fundraiser that benefitsย Farm & Natural Lands Trust of York County, dedicated to preservation of agricultural and environmental landscapes for future generations of humans and wildlife to enjoy. ย FNLT has 175+ properties with over 15,000 acres permanently preserved - and growing. ย Learn more at farmtrust.org.
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REGISTRATION INFORegister online here and now (with an added fee) or send a check with the registration form to FNLT. ย Pricing is $30.00 through August 26th - lightweight breathable shirts are an additional $8.00 per person. ย After August 27th the price increases to $35.00 with no shirt option (we do not do additional orders) โ so register NOW! ย
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WAYS TO REGISTER FREEOnce again, thanks to our friends at York Water Company - VETERANS, RESERVES & ACTIVE MILITARY RUN FREE. ย Use discount code VET2024 at online registration checkout.OR, purchase a regular priced pair of trail running shoes at Flying Feet Sport Shoes until race day and your registration is FREE! ย Just head to Flying Feet and they'll get you all set.
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Early packet pick up is at Flying Feet Sport Shoes starting Thursday, September 5th or earlier - registered runners will get an email when packets are delivered. ย Flying Feet is located at 1511 Mount Rose Avenue in York, PA. ย Thank them for all they do in our community! ย Race day registration starts at 7:30 AM. ย
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AWARDS & PRIZESIf by chance you're successful and finish the run, youโll earn a collectible Sasquatch Preservation Trail Run patch from our friends at Valley Products Co.! ย Prizes awarded for both the 5K and 10K โ Top Three Male & Female get a prize pack from our friends at Run PA, Top Three Male & Female Age Groups (14 & Under,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over). ย Plus random giveaways like York Revs tix, pies, peaches, apples, sweet cornโฆ you never know! ย
ย
QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, CONCERNS?Please contact Sean Kenny, Executive Director of FNLT ย โ [email protected].
ย
ย
Once featured as one of Runnerโs World magazineโs Americaโs Top Trail Races, The Sasquatch is 99% off-road with cross-country and trails on mixed terrain and elevation across FNLT preserved farmland, woods, pastures and streams. Wildlife is abound with birds, chipmunks, deer, turkeys, owls, foxes, coyotes, snakes andโฆ. yes runners have even seen sasquatches! ย
ย
The 10K has some steep climbs including OVER the historic Howard Tunnel / Rail Trail. ย Both runs have a delightfully refreshing crossing of the Codorus Creek near the finish!ย As OG course designer Rob Kinsley put it, โIf youโre not wet and dirty, youโre disqualified!โ ย
ย
Post race fun includes a light lunch from White Rose Bar & Grill, fruits from Flinchbaughโs Orchard & Farm Market, beer sampling from Brewery Products (21+ with ID), that good York Water and cool down with your fellow runners.ย We're working on something extra for the kids to enjoy as well - stay tuned!ย These fine businesses DONATE to this event and FNLT - be sure to in turn support them!
ย
BRISK PACE ONLY - valuing the time of our hosts and volunteers - if you need a bit more time to get around, we respectfully ask that you please sign up for the 5K only.
ย
Preserving land sure is freakin' cool but sheesh, trespassing is not... this is PRIVATE property, so please - no trying to run the course before or after the race. ย Since this is an active farm, please NO ANIMALS to be brought to the event. ย Due to the terrain, no strollers. Please carpool if youโre able.
ย
LOVE WILDLIFE, WOODS, WATER & THE COUNTRYSIDE?The Sasquatch is a fundraiser that benefitsย Farm & Natural Lands Trust of York County, dedicated to preservation of agricultural and environmental landscapes for future generations of humans and wildlife to enjoy. ย FNLT has 175+ properties with over 15,000 acres permanently preserved - and growing. ย Learn more at farmtrust.org.
ย
REGISTRATION INFORegister online here and now (with an added fee) or send a check with the registration form to FNLT. ย Pricing is $30.00 through August 26th - lightweight breathable shirts are an additional $8.00 per person. ย After August 27th the price increases to $35.00 with no shirt option (we do not do additional orders) โ so register NOW! ย
ย
WAYS TO REGISTER FREEOnce again, thanks to our friends at York Water Company - VETERANS, RESERVES & ACTIVE MILITARY RUN FREE. ย Use discount code VET2024 at online registration checkout.OR, purchase a regular priced pair of trail running shoes at Flying Feet Sport Shoes until race day and your registration is FREE! ย Just head to Flying Feet and they'll get you all set.
ย
Early packet pick up is at Flying Feet Sport Shoes starting Thursday, September 5th or earlier - registered runners will get an email when packets are delivered. ย Flying Feet is located at 1511 Mount Rose Avenue in York, PA. ย Thank them for all they do in our community! ย Race day registration starts at 7:30 AM. ย
ย
AWARDS & PRIZESIf by chance you're successful and finish the run, youโll earn a collectible Sasquatch Preservation Trail Run patch from our friends at Valley Products Co.! ย Prizes awarded for both the 5K and 10K โ Top Three Male & Female get a prize pack from our friends at Run PA, Top Three Male & Female Age Groups (14 & Under,15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over). ย Plus random giveaways like York Revs tix, pies, peaches, apples, sweet cornโฆ you never know! ย
ย
QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, CONCERNS?Please contact Sean Kenny, Executive Director of FNLT ย โ [email protected].
ย
Races
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Sasquatch Preservation Trail Run 5K
Sat 7th September 2024
CLOSED -
Sasquatch Preservation Trail Run 10K
Sat 7th September 2024
CLOSED -
Sasquatch 5 & 10 K VOLUNTEER
Sat 7th September 2024
CLOSED
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