Registration is filling up for the 14th annual Perseverance Trail Run, Oct. 28 in Cumberland.
This year’s race will once again feature two classic trail run courses: A three-kilometre Cross Country Romp and an 11k Mountain Run. The romp showcases the protected Cumberland Community Forest trails including a few ups and downs, twists and turns and maybe even a little water. This course is perfect for those looking to sample cross country running, including walkers and the little ones. The Mountain Run is for those looking for a running challenge complete with steep climbs, flowing descents, technical single-track and breathtaking vistas. If you are ready to challenge your trail running stamina, this course will surely take you to new ‘heights’.
The Perseverance Trail Run is a community driven, grass roots event held each fall. The race has been organized by volunteers and supported by businesses since 2004. The goal is raising funds to purchase and protect the forest through the Cumberland Community Forest Society. Over the past 12 years, the race has garnered $550,000 for the society through racer donations, sponsors and the CCFS Perseverance Party for the Forest events.
Runners looking to improve their trail racing skills can join the ELM Perseverance Adventure Running Clinic and learn the course inside and out. The eight-week program, coached by Perseverance race director Sarah Seads and her team of ELM ‘Fearless Leaders’, kicks off on Thursday, Sept. 13. FMI: www.elmhealth.com
The race has sold out for many years in a row, so be sure to register early to avoid disappointment. There is no race day registration, no transfers and no waitlist. When all of the spots are gone…they are really gone.
Sign up to race or volunteer at www.perseverancetrailrun.com