Events
Saddle Up Fall Challenge 2M
Saddle Up Fall Challenge 5K
Saddle Up Fall Challenge 10K
Saddle Up Fall Challenge 13.1M
Saddle Up Fall Challenge 26.2M
Saddle Up Fall Challenge 50M
Place
Saddle River County Park
Rochelle Park, NJ US 07662
Description
We are back and can't wait to host another fun filled day at the Saddle Up Fall Challenge on Oct 11th (Sunday). Looking for a new kind of race, or just a way to kick start your training? This event is friendly for runners, walkers and families at all fitness levels. Run, walk or crawl your way to the finish line. It's your race, your way. Start anytime during the day, you decide your start time and distance. Invite friends and family to join and support each other along the way. A portion of the net proceeds will be donated to the Bergen County Animal Rescue.
Participants will have up to 10 hours (Start anytime between 8am to 5:30pm) to run or walk the 2 mile loop* as many times as they wish. The course is a partially shaded flat paved path that runs along the river inside the Saddle River County Park, Rochelle Park Area. Course and support will close at 6PM. A fully stocked aid station near the start & finish area will include water, sports drink, gels or similar sweet and salty snacks. An additional aid station near the halfway point will have fluids only. Runners are encouraged to bring their own hydration container to refill. Timing will be provided to record the time and the number of loops for all participants.
Finisher medals will be given to all participants who complete at least one loop. Individual medals for 5k, 10k, 13.1mi, 26.2mi. Plaques will be awarded to 50k, 60k, or 50m finishers.
Registration discount rates available for families of same household (2 parents + up to 3 children). Details listed below.
Entries are limited to ensure the quality of our event, please register soon to secure your spot.
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Event Information & Maps
Discounts for Families of the same household 2 parents & 1 child 16 and under $90; Families of the same household 2 parents & 2 children 16 and under $110; Families of the same household 2 parents & 3 children 16 and under $130. *USE MULTI-PERSON PRICING OPTION DURING REGISTRATION PROCESS.
Parking lot located near 152 Howard Ave, Rochelle Park NJ 07662. Neighborhood street parking also available nearby. There are bathroom facilities, a playground, softball field & basketball court. We will have lawn games and sports equipment available for use.
There will be "grab and go" style food options available to all registered participants. You are also welcome to bring your own food & games to enjoy, there is plenty of space to picnic at the event (please notify race organizers with information prior to race day). Large groups and running clubs are allowed to bring their own tent with prior approval from race organizers.
Participants may check-in anytime between 7am - 5pm. Course will be open with support between 8am - 6pm; participants must start by 5:30pm. Main aid station will be fully stocked with water, sports drink, gels or simular sweet and salty snacks. Aid station on course near halfway point will have fluids only.
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