Robbins run

This trail is THE OLDEST RAIL-TO-TRAIL IN AMERICA and you are going to race here!

The men pictured above were some of the first members of the Danville bicycle club. These guys jumped on the big bicycle fad of the late 1800's. Before long Danville Bikers were so numerous that Danville Borough passed an ordinance outlawing bicyclers from town. The bikers (being the rebels of the day) decided to form a club, raise some money and buy the narrow gauge rail line that led to the foundry. That was the beginning of the Bike path which we now call the J. Manley Robbins path; location of this 5K and 10K run.

The J. Manley Robbins trail is a beautiful place that Danville residents have privately enjoyed since the 1890's. By participating in our Earth Day 5K & 10K Run you can experience this tree-lined trail that parallels Mahoning Creek for yourself. This 90% trail run promises to be one you will want to add to your "must do" list each year.

- There are many different fee structures available to suit all racers. Please click on the Active.com link below to see them all.

CLICK HERE to register online at Active.com

CLICK BELOW to download a registration form for mailing.

- All racers registered by March 18th, 2010 are guaranteed a free , current year T-shirt in their size! All other registrants will be given shirts while supplies last.

- Free breakfast foods, water and sports drinks for all participants!

- All money raised will be used toward improving trails and recreational opportunities in Montour County.

All racers will experience the Mahoning Creek, our covered bridge, tree lined trails, open sunny trails and some boardwalk style sections of trail. The outer trail is a 2.5 mile loop (4K) that has multiple offshoot trails that can make each run a little different than the one before.

This run is the third event of the River Towns Race Series. You can earn points toward cash prizes while you enjoy yourself on this level-trail historic run. For more information click the links at left for River Towns Race Series.

Send me an email if you are planning to stay and play. I can send you trail maps and other information in regard to things experience while you are here.

Description: 90% off road trail run on the OLDEST RAIL TO TRAIL IN THE UNITED STATES..

Start Time: 9:00 a.m.

Rain or Shine

Day-of-registration welcome starting @ 7:30 a.m.

Site: Hess field/Robbins trail

Grade: mostly level, small hills.

Date: SUNDAY April 18, 2010

Cost: $15.00 - 5K individual

$20.00 - 10K individual

$5.00 - Kids run (1 mile

run, trophies no T-shirt)

$10.00 - 5K student

$15.00 - 10K student

$45.00 - 5K family (4 or more)

$60.00 - 10K family (4 or more)

Beneficiary: Montour Area Recreation Commission

Funds usage: To benefit Montour County recreational facilities and programs.

Race Categories:This race will have race categories that are consistent with River Town Race Series awarded three deep for both males and females. CLICK HERE

FOR INFO

Prizes and goodies: Category winners will receive trophies for a win, place or show in each category. There will also be light food and beverages supplied to racers both before and after the race. The kids race will be held around 10:00 a.m., so plan on hanging around for a while and cheer for the next generations of runners.

Additional information

Map of the park/race site and directions

River town

Race series

This race is the third race in the series.CLICK HERE FOR MORE

re park information and DIRECTIONS