Spring Valley by the Numbers

Winter Series race number two is in the books! Congrats to all of the four miler runners that tackled the hill back to the finish line. You can find the full list of results HERE. In the meantime, here are some numbers from race day… 259! The number of 4 Miler Finishers. Way to tackle that hill! 64 MORE main event finishers than the first … Continue reading Spring Valley by the Numbers

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!

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!

March News and Announcements!

Hello YRRC members, Happy Daylight Saving Time! As someone who runs more so in the evening after work, I’ve been looking forward to this switch, but after thinking about it some, I can see how the later sunrise might be a bummer to early morning runners. Regardless, keep moving forward toward your goals and training for any events you have coming up this year. Candidates … Continue reading March News and Announcements!

The 1st Annual Roburrito’s Run was a HUGE Success!

Thirteen+ miles. Four burritos. One ridiculously fun afternoon! Here’s what Eric Ferree, YRRC VP and event organizer, had to say about the event… What gave you the idea for this ridiculous run?  I love all forms of running, from serious road racing for time to the grueling endurance trail challenges highlighting type 2 fun; and throughout all these experiences, I’ve benefited by the organizational efforts … Continue reading The 1st Annual Roburrito’s Run was a HUGE Success!