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Don’t forget to register for these fall trail races!

Register Now for Three Great Fall Trail Races
Dear Shawangunk Runner:
It’s time to register for fall trail races! If you enjoy racing on scenic carriage roads with beautiful views, add these three races on your calendar:
Barry Hopkins Run at Olana
Olana State Historic Site, Hudson, NY
Saturday, Sept. 10, 9:30 a.m.
Don’t miss this chance to participate in an organized running event at Olana, the historic home of Hudson River School painter Frederic Church. The 3.7-mile course highlights some of the amazing views that inspired Church’s paintings—while testing your fitness on some challenging hills. The first 75 registrants get T-shirts, and overall and age group winners get unique hand-crafted trophies. (Part of the 2023 Onteora Runners Club Grand Prix).
Barry Hopkins Run Registration
Pfalz Point Trail Challenge
Mohonk Preserve Spring Farm Trailhead, High Falls, NY
Sunday, Sept. 24, 9:00 a.m.
For almost 25 years, this popular 10-mile trail race has been raising money for Mohonk Preserve, the nonprofit nature preserve that works to restore and maintain 70 miles of beautiful carriage roads and trails on the Shawangunk ridge. The course features broad open meadows with spectacular views, steep and rocky footpaths, and gently rolling carriage roads. All runners get a great-looking T-shirt and delicious post-race refreshments, and overall and age group winners choose from some great prizes—including Mohonk Preserve memberships and fresh-baked apple pies!
Pfalz Point Trail Challenge Registration
After the Leaves/Josh Feldt Memorial Half Marathon
Minnewaska State Park Preserve, Kerhonkson, NY
Sunday, November 12, 11:30 a.m.
This unforgettable race features 13.1 miles of unpaved carriage trails that pass two pristine glacial lakes and climb high up the Shawangunk Ridge to offer views into five states. In addition to the spectacular course, runners get refreshments, chip timing, unique handcrafted awards and a commemorative beer glass—all for just $25. Registration is limited, so don’t delay!
After the Leaves Registration
Runners on the Solstice Run course