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

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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

2023 New Paltz XC Summer Series Week 3 Results

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Results for Week 3 of the Summer Series, The Blueberry Run, are available at: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/133774#resultSetId-394529;perpage:100

If you notice any issues please shoot me an email at christopher.regan@gmail.com

Point Totals for the Adults are below. Those marked in Bold have already met the criteria for 4 points and 2 races. Remember you need at least 4 points and 2 races to be eligible for a piece of pottery. Kids points coming soon.

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2023 New Paltz XC Summer Series Week 2 Results

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Well it was a smokey, sticky and warm evening at Minnewaska. Hope everyone enjoyed the shorter race. Thanks again to all the amazing volunteers. Don’t forget to bring your bibs back next week!

Results are available at: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/132891#resultSetId-393485;perpage:100

If there are any missing results or issues with the results please email christopher.regan@gmail.com and i’ll get it figured out.

2023 New Paltz XC Summer Series Week 1 Results

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Hope everyone had a great time at the Mohonk Preserve last night. Considering the weather lately it was a perfect evening. Thank you to all the runners and especially the volunteers.

Results are available at: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/132830#resultSetId-392513;perpage:100

If there are any missing results or issues with the results please email christopher.regan@gmail.com and i’ll get it figured out.

2023 New Paltz XC Summer Series and Summer Solstice Results

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What an amazing night at Minnewaska State Park. Thanks to all the runners and especially to the volunteers who make these events possible.

Results from the 2023 Shawangunk Runners Summer Solstice Race can be found at: https://runsignup.com/Race/Results/149241#resultSetId-388658;perpage:100

The 2023 New Paltz XC Summer Series starts on Monday 7/10 with Mohonk Preserve “Undercliff/Overcliff”

Registration and more details can be found at: https://www.zippy-reg.com/online_reg/index.php?e=1880

After The Leaves Have Fallen Race Info

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Thank you for registering for the After the Leaves/Josh Feldt Half Marathon on 11/13 at
Minnewaska State Park Preserve.

CARPOOLING is strongly encouraged (parking is limited).

The weather forecast is for temps starting in the low 30s and getting into the high 40s
and a chance of showers.

PARKING: look at the course map to see where parking is relative to the start area. It is
approximately 1/2 mile from the upper parking areas. If the upper parking fills the lower
parking area is 1.5 miles (uphill) from the start area, try to avoid arriving late because
then you are in danger of missing the start. Last year some runners who were late
panicked and were rude to the park employees! Again, CARPOOLING is strongly
encouraged (parking is limited).

LOCATION: Minnewaska State Park Preserve 5281 Route 44-55, Kerhonkson, NY
12446 (Google Maps)
Minnewaska charges $10 per car, so carpooling will also save money. Empire Pass is
also accepted.

Start/Finish Area and Check-in (Bib pickup): Begins at 10:30 am and is 1/2 mile from
the parking areas. Head east on the red Minnewaska Carriageway (opposite side from
the Visitors Center). The park opens to the public at 9 am. Signs will direct you toward
the start area/bib pickup.

REGULAR START: 11:30 am for (those capable of running under 2:45)
Early starters: 11 am for runners who expect to run over 2:45. You MUST start at
11:00 am and complete the course by 2:15 pm when the course closes down. That
gives early starters 3 hours and 15 minutes to finish. Please make sure the timer knows
you are starting early.

COURSE MAP: https://www.hellodrifter.com/routes/route-no-36-atl-option-1-by-steve-
schallenkamp
Enlarge the map to see more detail. Review this map to see where
parking is, start/finish/bib pickup area and waterstops. Course markings: White flour
arrows at turns, and small orange cones as roadblocks.

Waterstops: There will be two at approximately 4.25 miles and one at 8.6 miles. If you
require more, please carry your own.

AWARDS: The top 3 men and women overall and the top 3 men and women in all
standard 10-year age groups (19 & Under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over).
There will be post-race refreshments and a finishers gift for all finishers.

Final Notes: Please wear your bib on the outermost layer of clothing facing the front.

After The Leaves Have Fallen Half Marathon

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We are BACK at Lake Minnewaska for the After the Leaves Have Fallen/Josh Feldt Memorial Half Marathon! The race is on Sunday November 13th.

Registration link: https://www.zippy-reg.com/online_reg/index2022.php?e=1753

This run is simply spectacular as we run around two pristine glacial lakes and along the Shawangunk Ridge which affords views into 5 states. The groomed unpaved carriage trails of the Preserve are perfect for running. The Shawangunk Runners Club strives to keep running affordable for all and that explains the low entry fee of $25.
(Additional $5 discount for club members: login to your account at zippyregclubhub.com/members/?org=4 and select “Club Race Calendar” for details.) 

Registration is online only. We have a max limit of 300 runners and this race typically sells out. There will be awards in all standard 10 year age groups, refreshments, and a finisher’s gift for all finishers. The race will go off at 11:30 am with packet pickup beginning at 10:30 am. We must be off the trails by 2:15 pm so for people who can’t meet the 2 hour and 45 minute race cut off time we will have an early start time at 11am giving people an extra half hour to finish. If you can’t reasonably finish with a time under 3:15 this race is not for you. There is a “virtual option” to run the course on your own from 11/14-11/20.

Rosendale Runs & After The Leaves Have Fallen

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First off, just a reminder that Rosendale Runs is coming up on Saturday 10/8/2022. There is both a Half Marathon and the “Plains Run” which is a 4.3 mile run.
Registration is available at: https://www.zippy-reg.com/online_reg/index2022.php?e=1741

Second, After The Leaves Have Fallen Half Marathon is open for registration. The race date is Sunday 11/13/2022 at Minnewaska State Park.
Registration is open at: https://www.zippy-reg.com/online_reg/index2022.php?e=1753