JEFFERSON — Registration is open for Midcoast Conservancy’s 13th Annual Race Through the Woods trail race on Sunday, October 6, at Hidden Valley Nature Center, in Jefferson.

Racers will have two course options to choose from: a 13.1 mile half-marathon or a 5.5 mile race.

“This single-loop course brings runners over steep hills, through the woods, past beautiful ponds and has about 1,000 feet elevation with lots of technical single-track,” said Midcoast Conservancy, in a news release.

All proceeds from the race are directly donated to Midcoast Conservancy to support their mission of protecting vital lands and waters on a scale that matters and to inspire wonder and action on behalf of all species and the earth. 

Race fees are $40 for the half marathon, and $30 for the 5.5 miler. This race is currently capped at 125 entrants, with a waitlist. Long sleeve technical shirts will be available for purchase with registration, with a limited number available for purchase the day of. Prizes will be given to first place finishers (men and women) and in age categories. Prizes will include gift certificates donated by sponsors.

To ensure the safety of all volunteers, racers and spectators, there will be two start times: half-marathon racers will start at 9 a.m., and 5-milers will start at 10 a.m. To learn more and to register, go to https://www.midcoastconservancy.org/events-list/race-through-the-woods-oct6