Stride Into Summer Benefit Race

Valley Trail Series is hosting Stride Into Summer as a race to benefit the Demarest Nature Center! As a company that strongly values the trails we are thrilled to be able to support DNC so that we can continue to preserve, protect and educate the community about the nature and trails that mean so much to us and to our overall well- being. There is an option for additional donations upon check out if you feel so inclined.

Race day registration will be available for an additional $10 if there are slots remaining on race day

We are aiming to keep our race as safe as possible so that we can keep hosting them in person. Therefore we ask that you please have a mask for the start and finish lines and maintain social distancing guidelines as regulated by the state.

There will be an aid station and a bathroom at the Start/Finish of the course. There will NOT be an aid station on the course, so please be sure to bring your own means of hydration and fuel for on the course if you believe you will need it. And as always on the trail, please pack out any of your trash.

*We ask that you please be 15 years of age or older when registering*

Course Description

Demarest Nature Center is comprised of 55 protected wooded acres in suburban NJ; making both the 5K and 5 Mile races fast and flat. We are welcoming all rookies to come out and try your first trail race and encouraging all our veteran runners to strive for a new PR. The course is mainly single track with some naturally expected rocks and roots so please remember to pick up your feet as you run.

There will be NO AID STATION ON COURSE.

Valley Trail Series

Valley Trail Series is known for our bare bones approach to trail races, our strong sense of community and for making running fun again by bringing it back to the basics. We host a variety of trail races in Northern New Jersey, for anyone looking to join a community, have fun and embrace nature. We present challenges that are ideal for veterans and rookies alike. Our races aim to connect like- minded people so you will be surrounded with positivity as you conquer the extra-mile- both on and off the trails. We hope to see you at our next adventure!

Swag and Prizes

Race swag is grab bag style. You will have options to choose from on race day!
The top three males and females will be awarded discounted future races with us. (Discounted percentages based off the price of the race) When you're ready to register for the next race, just email us, and we'll hook you up!
1st Place- 100% discount
2nd Place- 75% discount
3rd Place- 50% discount
**All discounts are are good for use up until 1 year.**

Event's current local time: 3:26 PM ET