Running of the Tories

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Posted June 28th, 2010
Event Details
5K Walk/Run Trail Race starts at Tory Lane @ Route 7A and ends in the Rec Park
The Running of the Tories August 8
Event Date: 
August 8, 2010
Contact Person: 
Dick Bailey
Contact Email: 
Contact Phone Number: 
(802) 375-2397

Location(s)

Arlington Rec Park
148 Vermont Route 7A
Arlington, VT, 05259
See map: Google Maps

Benefits the Arlington Recreation Park

During the Revolutionary War, Arlington’s Tories were chased out of town, and their lands confiscated by the patriots. This run starts by a Tory homestead on Tory Lane and ends in the Rec Park.

Course: The first two miles of the 5K trail race follows Tory Lane, a dirt road through the woods; followed by 3/10 mile on the edge of Rte 313 to the Rec Park. Once in the park, the course is soft running surfaces on the edge of the golf course, along the Battenkill on the park running trail, and the lawn in front of the pavilion. The 1Mile Kids/Fun run will be run on the fitness trail in the Rec Park.

Walkers: Walkers are welcome; awards to the top 5 finishers

Check-In: Begins at 7:30 AM at Arlington Rec Park, Route 7A. The 5K race starts at 9:00 AM at northern end of Tory Lane, Route 7A. The 1 Mile Kids/Fun Run will start at 10:00 AM.

Awards: To the top three overall male and female finishers and winners of 10 year age groups. Ribbons to all Kids/Fun Run entrants. Special awards: to oldest finisher and for catching a Tory.

Entry Fees: $13 in advance, postmarked by August 3rd, $15 race day. Tee shirts guaranteed to all who pre-register by July 20th. A $2 discount is allowed BKVR racers with membership card. Youngsters under 14, $5 no tee shirt); $10 with shirt. Pre-registered and club membership discounts do not apply. Special family package: $35 for up to four members of the same family; $40 race day. Additional forms available at Rec Park office.

Register: At the Rec Park Office or online at: www.active.com Download forms at: www.bkvr.org Info: race@on1.net or: (802) 375-2397 or visit www.toryrun.on1.net to learn more about the run and a great Arlington, Vermont weekend.

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