5.3 and 10 mile Trail Race honoring Richard Busa. Run the natural trails (rocks & roots) of DCR's Callahan State Park. The 5.3 miler is a flat and double track course with one steep hill; the additional 4.7 miles for the 10.0 miler has four additional hills with both double and single track trails.

Parking and registration is very easy as they have lots of volunteers from the GFRC helping to make everything go smoothly. Parking and start/ finish is at the Brophy School which is convenient.

The trails are marked and volunteers are standing at a few tricky spots, so you don't get off track. Its a very pretty course with a variety of terrain.

Finish line is at the school, then you can go inside for hot drinks, pizza, massage, and raffles.

Great local race :)

I love this marathon!!! I was a little disappointed the Expo didn't open on Thursday as it used to, but I enjoyed going in to DC on Friday.

MCM was my first marathon 17 years ago, and I haven't missed a year since. This was the 40th Anniversary, so I was invited to a Ruby Reception party Friday night. The party was for runners who have finished at least 10 marathons. It was very inspirational to listen to the ground pounders and meet other runners. They gave us a nice ruby pin and book to take home.

I then walked over to the Pep Rally to meet friends. It was my first time attending, and it was so much fun. Bart Yasso was one of the speakers, they had music, food and raffles.

This year getting to the start was a little crazy and they had problems with lines to get to the start, but I did arrive in enough time to meet with Team RWB and RFRC to meet friends and get pre run photos.

This was a training run for me so I wasn't looking at the watch, and helped another Eagle finish, so it was a special day. Its a people's marathon, so I really love the camaraderie and support on this run. Its special to me for many reasons, more than just a run or race.

Its a must for all who run marathons!

I was really excited to attend this Festival for runners. We arrived on Friday as it opened with no line waiting for packet pick up :) I waited too long to register for the NEW Friday night Trail race, but we really enjoyed the FREE kids races and warm up yoga session with Live music! What a fabulous way to start the weekend. It was also our first time visiting Bethlehem and the SteelStacks which are beautiful, so we drove around to do some quick sightseeing and get dinner, everything was very close and convenient.

I registered for the Hat trick which is 3 races. The 5k and 10k are on Saturday and the half is on Sunday. Its an awesome challenge and everyone was having so much fun! :) I received one bib for all 3 races, a tech long sleeve shirt, a winter beanie, and a pair of socks. Bart Yasso and all of the Runners World staff had so much enthusiasm and energy! Talking, running and taking selfies with everyone, with so much positive energy. The aid stations were also very happy and supportive, which on a hilly course is an added benefit.

Sat. after the 2 races we walked around Old Historic Bethlehem and had a fabulous meal at Mama Nina Foccacheria, which was a suggestion in the pamphlet the race had handed out in our goodie bag. We had fresh bread and pizza which was fabulous, and great fuel for the half Sunday morning. The temperatures started going down, so we went to the Steelstacks Indoor Mall and Sands Casino where the start/finish area is located. There's something for everyone over the weekend.
There's a full schedule of seminars on a wide variety of running topics that are all free to attend. A free dog race, and vendors handing out free samples. Did I miss anything? :) I plan on returning again next year, as it was so much fun and I loved the energy and location! Put this on your list.

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I was really excited to participate in this race, as I knew the views would be spectacular. I was very excited to arrive at Park City Resort for Packet Pick up, which was very easy to find and the friendly volunteers were speedy with the process.

I have participated in many road and trail races, and this is now at the top of my list!! On a scale of 1-10, its easily a 10 :) I had such an awesome time the entire weekend. Everyone was so friendly and supportive. The aide stations were amazing and enthusiastic! The weather was warmer than I anticipated, but I was taking it easy due to the altitude, so enjoyed every minute. I had to stop and take in the views and take photos so many times. I only had one fall of the day, and of course on the summit in front of the photographer, as he took my picture smelling the dirt LOL I was just too enthusiastic looking at the views and not my footing. I also had to stop in the comfy chair at the next peak, as they said it was carried up just for me :)

I will be back again for this race no doubt. Put this one on your list for sure!

Generally held on the last weekend in July every year, its' usually a nice summer sizzler. Approximately 4,000 runners and walkers. The course runs through historic oceanfront Narragansett, ending at the "Towers" where the Blessing of the Fleet Seafood festival is held.

Since this race is on a Friday night at 6:00pm there's generally traffic getting in to the School/Start for Bib/T-shirt pick up. Parking is limited at the school and about a mile from the finish, so you can park on side streets or at the finish. They do have showers at the start if you want to go back afterwards.

This year at around mile 5 we had some rain, thunder and lightning which actually felt great, and only lasted about 10 minutes or so. The support along this race is amazing, even with the crazy short storm. Water stops every mile, oranges, bananas, and ice in zip lock bags ( which I put in my buff) cools me right off! Many residents and vacation homes with music playing and additional fruit, water, beer and other goodies. Actually, so many cook outs and parties along the route, its tempting to go right in to the party :)

I love the fact they have a 10 mile walk which starts at 5pm also. You see many ages, sizes, and levels of runners and walkers out there, some going for a PR others its their longest distance or first walk/run.

At the finish line they have hot dogs, grapes, oranges, bananas and water. If you bring money with you, they have the Festival booths of chowder, lobster and more. Beer tent, live band and more.

One of the best summer races in New England. I would highly recommend this race for all levels.