WVS Fall Trail 5.5 Mile Run
- Date Sun 26th October 2025
- Time 11:00AM EDT
- Location Wyoming, Pennsylvania
- Price $11.60
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating WVS Fall Trail 5.5 Mile Run on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the picturesque Frances Slocum State Park in Wyoming, Luzerne! This year marks a special milestone as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of our running club. The race kicks off at 11:00 am with a unique age-group graded format, allowing runners of all ages to compete on equal footing. The scenic course features a challenging mix of grass and earth trails, perfect for both seasoned runners and beginners looking to embrace the thrill of trail running.
Registration is open now, with a pre-entry fee of just $10. Please remember that online registration will close on Friday, October 24, at noon, and race day entries will not be accepted. Participants are encouraged to bring their own hydration, although individual water bottles will be available at the finish line. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself, enjoy nature, and celebrate with the running community!
Registration is open now, with a pre-entry fee of just $10. Please remember that online registration will close on Friday, October 24, at noon, and race day entries will not be accepted. Participants are encouraged to bring their own hydration, although individual water bottles will be available at the finish line. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to challenge yourself, enjoy nature, and celebrate with the running community!
Organiser's Description
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR OUR 5.5 MILE TRAIL RUN!
2025 MARKS OUR 50TH ANNIVERSARY AS A RUNNING CLUBCOME CELEBRATE WITH US!
Come join us for the Wyoming Valley Striders 38th Annual Fall Trail Run (age-group graded race) at 11:00 am (note earlier start time) on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at Frances Slocum State Park in Wyoming.
This race is contested over a challenging, primarily grass and earth trail through the park. Click for course map. [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gbQnVigGi1WXKR4B6PwvknOCyC889bWS/view]
REGISTRATION
* Pre-entry fee: $10
* Runners must pre-register online. Race day entries will not be accepted.
* Online registration will close Friday, October 24 at noon.
* Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.
RACE DAY
* Pre-entry BIB pick-up will begin at 10:00 am. Age-group graded race starts at 11:00 am.
STAGGERED START
* Race is an age-group graded race with a staggered start. Depending on your age, that is when you start the race. See the Age-Group Graded section below for HANDICAP CHART [https://d368g9lw5ileu7.cloudfront.net/races/race47487-customSectionFullAttachment-5c56162f45ff56.90229456.jpg].
* Runners are asked to adhere to the race starter for line up instructions.
HYDRATION
* Bring your own water if needed while running.
* Individual water bottles will be available at the finish.
NOTE
* If the race is cancelled due to any directives by the hosted facility, or the WVS, 2025 pre-entries will be deferred to next year. No refunds will be given.
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* This race is open to anyone. You do not need to be a WVS member to run. You can however become a member or renew your membership during the checkout process. Online memberships are $12 per year. Membership cards are sent within a week of receipt or given race day if received 14 days prior to event or not yet expired.
* The race directors reserve the right to accept or reject any entry.
DIRECTIONS AND PARKING
From the main park entrance, follow the Park Entrance Road until you come to a tee intersection. At the tee, turn to the left and park in one of the parking lots either the first immediately to the left or the one straight ahead. Race registration is at the end of the parking lot near the boat launch area at the lake. Overflow parking is available turning right at the tee intersection.
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RESULTS:
* 2024 [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pJD2kntU80xjeajgMVyA_bdHXjXIeZHV/view]
* 2023 [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eGWW9PN9MO9OID2rrz9RgB93MlR7Sz67/view?usp=sharing]
* 2022 [http://neparunner.com/2022/221030wvsftr.html]
* Previous years [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/47564#resultSetId-284490;perpage:100]
2025 MARKS OUR 50TH ANNIVERSARY AS A RUNNING CLUBCOME CELEBRATE WITH US!
Come join us for the Wyoming Valley Striders 38th Annual Fall Trail Run (age-group graded race) at 11:00 am (note earlier start time) on Sunday, October 26, 2025 at Frances Slocum State Park in Wyoming.
This race is contested over a challenging, primarily grass and earth trail through the park. Click for course map. [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1gbQnVigGi1WXKR4B6PwvknOCyC889bWS/view]
REGISTRATION
* Pre-entry fee: $10
* Runners must pre-register online. Race day entries will not be accepted.
* Online registration will close Friday, October 24 at noon.
* Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.
RACE DAY
* Pre-entry BIB pick-up will begin at 10:00 am. Age-group graded race starts at 11:00 am.
STAGGERED START
* Race is an age-group graded race with a staggered start. Depending on your age, that is when you start the race. See the Age-Group Graded section below for HANDICAP CHART [https://d368g9lw5ileu7.cloudfront.net/races/race47487-customSectionFullAttachment-5c56162f45ff56.90229456.jpg].
* Runners are asked to adhere to the race starter for line up instructions.
HYDRATION
* Bring your own water if needed while running.
* Individual water bottles will be available at the finish.
NOTE
* If the race is cancelled due to any directives by the hosted facility, or the WVS, 2025 pre-entries will be deferred to next year. No refunds will be given.
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* This race is open to anyone. You do not need to be a WVS member to run. You can however become a member or renew your membership during the checkout process. Online memberships are $12 per year. Membership cards are sent within a week of receipt or given race day if received 14 days prior to event or not yet expired.
* The race directors reserve the right to accept or reject any entry.
DIRECTIONS AND PARKING
From the main park entrance, follow the Park Entrance Road until you come to a tee intersection. At the tee, turn to the left and park in one of the parking lots either the first immediately to the left or the one straight ahead. Race registration is at the end of the parking lot near the boat launch area at the lake. Overflow parking is available turning right at the tee intersection.
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RESULTS:
* 2024 [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pJD2kntU80xjeajgMVyA_bdHXjXIeZHV/view]
* 2023 [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1eGWW9PN9MO9OID2rrz9RgB93MlR7Sz67/view?usp=sharing]
* 2022 [http://neparunner.com/2022/221030wvsftr.html]
* Previous years [https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/47564#resultSetId-284490;perpage:100]
Races
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Wyoming Valley Striders 38th Annual Fall Trail 5.5 Mile Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee
Sun 26th October 2025 (11:00AM EDT)
$11.60
Race over a challenging, primarily grass and earth trail. Directions and Parking: From the main park entrance, follow the Park Entrance Road until you come to a tee intersection. At the tee, turn to the left and park in one of the parking lots either the first immediately to the left or the one straight ahead. Race registration is at the end of the parking lot at the pavilion near the boat launch area at the lake. Overflow parking is available turning right at the tee intersection.
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