Welcome to the 1st annual Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust (PERT) 5K Trail Run/Walk! This event will help raise funds to support PERT’s efforts to protect the 828 acres of open space the Pennypack Preserve encompasses. The funds will help to sustain the wildlife habitat, native plant communities, and spectacular views that are becoming increasingly rare in southeastern Pennsylvania. PERT is partnering with Bryn Mawr Racing Company to provide a great way to celebrate Earth Day! Enjoy your experience in the Pennypack Preserve!

• Your race entry fee includes a race t-shirt and, for non-members,  a one-year membership to PERT!
• Children 5 and under are free.

Member (must enter membership #)- through 3/31 – $20; 4/1-4/20 – $25; Race day – $30

Non-member (registration includes 1 year membership!)- through 3/31 – $25; 4/1-4/20 – $30; Race day – $35

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

The non-member entry fee includes a one-year membership to Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust.  With your membership, you’ll receive many direct benefits:

• A subscription to the Trust’s newsletter, Natural Landscapes
• “Coming Events” and birdseed sale flyers throughout the year
• Discounts on gift shop and birdseed purchases
• Free or discounted admission to weekend family programs and events
• Plus, members at levels of $100 and above are invited to special receptions at the Trust each year.

Amenities:  

Course- A trail run over scenic, rolling hills on grass and gravel trails that is great for both beginners and “seasoned” trail blazers.  The course begins and ends at the Trust’s headquarters. Since this is a run on nature’s trails, the course will be as close to 5K as we can get it!.

T shirt, refreshments, prizes, and music after the race!

Race Results: Race will be professionally timed by the Bryn Mawr Racing Co.; results will be found at http://www.brynmawrracing.com

Questions: Send emails to contact@pennypacktrust.org and type “5K Race Director” in subject line.

Pennypack’s Mission Statement: 

Founded in 1970, the mission of the Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust is to steward the Pennypack Preserve natural area as an important  component of the region’s natural areas network, and to educate and encourage people to appreciate, enjoy, and protect the preserve’s native ecosystems. Thank you for supporting the Trust’s efforts.