The Christmas Light Run RETURNS!
After taking a year off due to COVID, the East York Christmas Light Run is BACK!!! Here’s what you need to know… WHO: Anyone, YRRC member or not. WHAT: A run around East York to enjoy the lights and help ramp up your holiday spirit. Feel free to get creative with how you dress! WHERE: We will meet in the Mexitaly parking lot. Course maps … Continue reading The Christmas Light Run RETURNS!
Dover 10 Miler RESULTS!
The 2021/22 edition of the YRRC Winter Series got off to a tremendous start on November 7th. The One Mile Run featured 108 finishers, while the 10 Mile main event saw 195 runners cross the finish line! Follow the links below for results. Continue reading Dover 10 Miler RESULTS!
War of the Roses
War of the Roses, a collaboration run between LRRC, YRRC and Run PA, was a battle between the Red Rose City of Lancaster and the White Rose City of York that took place on Halloween. The runner’s challenge was to traverse Route 462, starting at Lancaster Central Market, and finishing at York Central Market for a total of 24 miles. Several of the runners opted … Continue reading War of the Roses
A Changing of the Guard
York’s 44th White Rose Run this September will be the final one for longtime race directors Clay Shaw and Karen Mitchell. But there’s also a talented new race director waiting in the wings. By Karen Hendricks When the York White Rose Run takes to the streets for its 44th running in September of 2021, it marks the end of an era, as well as a … Continue reading A Changing of the Guard
New Group Run: FIRST THURSDAYS!
Who: All runners. Fast, slow, strollers, you name it! What: An hour of total running, out and back on the southern portion of the York Rail Trail Where: Park and meet by the cabooses that rest beside the Rail Trail Cafe in New Freedom. This time around, the group will start running NORTH toward the town of Railroad. When: The FIRST THURSDAY of the month. … Continue reading New Group Run: FIRST THURSDAYS!
The Beach: To Run or Not to Run…
IT’S BEACH SEASON, BABY!!! To run or not to run at the beach, that is the question! Let’s tackle each possible answer. So you’re not gonna run while you’re at the beach, huh? SLACKER. YOU SHOULD FEEL BAD ABOUT YOUR BAD CHOICE. YOU WILL FALL INTO A STATE OF UNFITNESS FROM WHICH YOU WILL NEVER RECOVER. (Editor’s note: None of this is true, and I am … Continue reading The Beach: To Run or Not to Run…
YRRC Volunteer Opportunities!
The York Road and Ridge Runners are looking for some help from our members and the running community at large. Here’s what we’ve got cooking… Trail Maintenance on the Mason Dixon Trail Who: Anyone that loves our local trails. Also, ultra runners looking for volunteer hours! What: Bridge repair work on the Mason Dixon. WHEN: SATURDAY, MAY 22nd @9:00AM Where: Otter Creek Campground Contact: Email … Continue reading YRRC Volunteer Opportunities!
Help the Rail Trail Win Some $$$!
If you’re a local runner, you’ve no doubt spent some time on the award-winning York Rail Trail. If you’re a local RACER, you’re most likely familiar with the fact that the YRRC holds 3 events (the John Rudy 5 Miler, Indian Rock 10K, and York White Rose Run) that utilize the Rail Trail. It’s the YCRTA build the amazing Rail Trail sections for our events, … Continue reading Help the Rail Trail Win Some $$$!
Girls on the Run Needs Your Help!
Don’t know about Girls on the Run? I’d encourage you to check out their information at girlsontherun.org. A little bit of info straight from the source… Girls on the Run is an after-school program designed to inspire girls of all abilities to recognize and embrace their inner strength. Lessons emphasize the important connection between physical and emotional health. Through safety modifications and virtual programming, dedicated and … Continue reading Girls on the Run Needs Your Help!
One for the KIDS!
Have ya’ll heard about this little website called RunPA.org? Well, they’re starting to get into the business of organizing running events. Next up? A KIDS RACE right in our back yard! Check it… RunPA Kids is also having a Kids Trail Run 1 mile and 2 mile on Saturday May 15th for kids 12 and under. It’s being held at the Lancaster County Park at Pavilion … Continue reading One for the KIDS!
York Road Runners Club 