WRRC Battle at the Border
- Date Sat 25th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Calabash, North Carolina
- Price $30.00
- Races 1 race
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of friendly rivalry and natural beauty at the WRRC Battle at the Border, taking place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in Calabash, Brunswick. This cross-country event pits the Wilmington Road Runners Club against the Grand Strand Running Club in a scenic race that spans just under 4 miles. Runners will traverse a captivating course at Indigo Farms, featuring rugged fields, shaded wooded trails, and even a charming bridge, all while enjoying the sights and sounds of a working farm.
Since its inception in 2013, this event has fostered a spirit of camaraderie and competition, with each runner's performance directly impacting their club's chances of victory. Participants will receive a numbered popsicle stick at the finish line, and each team’s score is determined by the combined results of both male and female runners. As you navigate through picturesque landscapes, including trees, lily ponds, and even farm animals, you’ll be part of a tradition that celebrates community and athleticism. Remember, carpooling is mandatory this year due to limited parking, so gather your fellow runners for a fun and eco-friendly journey to the event!
Since its inception in 2013, this event has fostered a spirit of camaraderie and competition, with each runner's performance directly impacting their club's chances of victory. Participants will receive a numbered popsicle stick at the finish line, and each team’s score is determined by the combined results of both male and female runners. As you navigate through picturesque landscapes, including trees, lily ponds, and even farm animals, you’ll be part of a tradition that celebrates community and athleticism. Remember, carpooling is mandatory this year due to limited parking, so gather your fellow runners for a fun and eco-friendly journey to the event!
Organiser's Description
Cross country style event between the WILMINGTON ROAD RUNNERS CLUB and the GRAND STRAND RUNNING CLUB at Indigo Farms on the Border of North and South Carolina held on the third Saturday in July. The course is a little under 4 miles and takes you through rugged fields, wooded trails, a bridge, and rocky roads. The course is mostly shaded along the way and marked with directional signs, bright tape, and volunteers from each club.
Because it is a working farm along the course you will see lots of trees, lily pond, beehives, crops, chickens, pigs, and maybe a snake or two. The event was introduced in 2013 with the Grand Strand Running Club winning the inaugural event . The Wilmington Roadrunners won in both 2014 and 2015 before The Grand Strand gained their revenge in 2016. The Road Runners came back from defeat to win the next two battles before ceding to the trophy back to our friends in 2019, and in 2021 we sent "Snailey" back to its rightful home at the GSRC and he still resides there to this day.
Each runner receives a numbered popsicle stick as they cross the finish line, with the men and women scored separately counting an equal number of runners for each gender from each team. To determine the final score the scores for both genders for each team are then added together and the lowest score is the winning team.
The format means that every runner's contribution matters in the final tally. You can be the difference as the club competes to take the winner's trophy back to Wilmington.
It is a friendly competition enjoyed by both running clubs.
_Carpooling is mandatory this year as parking will be very limited.
Locations and meeting times:
_- Whole Foods, Oleander Dr, Wilmington 6:20am_
_- Port City Java, Brunswick Forest, Leland 6:30am_
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Because it is a working farm along the course you will see lots of trees, lily pond, beehives, crops, chickens, pigs, and maybe a snake or two. The event was introduced in 2013 with the Grand Strand Running Club winning the inaugural event . The Wilmington Roadrunners won in both 2014 and 2015 before The Grand Strand gained their revenge in 2016. The Road Runners came back from defeat to win the next two battles before ceding to the trophy back to our friends in 2019, and in 2021 we sent "Snailey" back to its rightful home at the GSRC and he still resides there to this day.
Each runner receives a numbered popsicle stick as they cross the finish line, with the men and women scored separately counting an equal number of runners for each gender from each team. To determine the final score the scores for both genders for each team are then added together and the lowest score is the winning team.
The format means that every runner's contribution matters in the final tally. You can be the difference as the club competes to take the winner's trophy back to Wilmington.
It is a friendly competition enjoyed by both running clubs.
_Carpooling is mandatory this year as parking will be very limited.
Locations and meeting times:
_- Whole Foods, Oleander Dr, Wilmington 6:20am_
_- Port City Java, Brunswick Forest, Leland 6:30am_
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Races
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Battle at the Border
Incl. Singlet
Sat 25th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$30.00
Cross Country style race
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1542 Hickman Rd NW, Calabash, 28467, NC, United States
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