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Running Battles Trail Race

Name: Running Battles Trail Race
Start: 2026-05-17
End: 2026-05-17
Location: Wolcott

Wolcott, United States • 17 May 2026

Running Battles Trail Race

The event is a trail run and walk held at Woodtick Recreation Area in Wolcott, Connecticut on May 17, 2026. The course distance is approximately 3.5 miles and is presented as a trail event open to runners and walkers.

Registration is available from February 2, 2026 through May 16, 2026. The published entry fee is $30 with a higher day of event fee listed at $40. Division winners receive medals.

All profit from the event is designated for the Wolcott Cross Country Teams. Race entry also includes a complimentary entry, valued at $10, to the CT Food Truck Battles Festival occurring later the same day.

The event location is listed as 201 Nichols Road, Wolcott, CT 06716. The description focuses on the race distance, beneficiary, entry fees, awards for division winners, and the included festival entry. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Connecticut Wolcott

Race information

Registration

4 mi

3.5 Mile Trail Race

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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