The Land of Light 100k
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The Land of Light 100k
The Land of Light is a mixed trail running and cycling event held in Norway, ME and nearby preserves. The 100k course is a fully human powered category: participants must run the trail sections and use a bicycle to travel between parcels. The course totals 25k running and 75k cycling and uses six different trail systems, beginning at the Virgil Parris Preserve and finishing at the Hawk Mountain overlook above Bear Pond toward Sebago.
The run route includes a warm up loop, trail loops and lollipops at Roberts Farm, Noyes Mountain, Shepard's Farm, and the Crooked River parcel, with varied terrain including climbs and rolling sections. Cyclists may use any open public road to access parcels but must follow all legal road laws. E bikes are not allowed. GPS and navigation are permitted; racers only need to submit GPS data if requested for podium verification.
Relay teams in the 100k category may swap rider and runner at any transition point or trailhead and may alternate who rides or runs more than once. Aid stations are provided at Roberts Farm (full aid), Noyes Mountain (water only), Shepard's Farm (full aid), and Hawk (water only with some leftover supplies). Full aid items include pb and j, bananas, chips, pretzels, and candy. The event is cupless so participants should carry a cup or bottle for refills.
All profits go to TruStrength Tomorrow to support youth fitness scholarships, and 10% of proceeds support the Western Foothill Land Trust. The event name recognizes the Wabanaki peoples who have cared for these lands for generations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
