SnoNews 2/5/26
Theresa Apple
SnoNews 2/5/26
WEEKEND RACES:
2/7/26 Camp Saratoga 8K at 10:30 AM Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, NY Laura Clark, RD, sent this:Predictions indicate a chilly day this Saturday, but fortunately we will have the heated Lodge for registration. It is a mixture of wide, groomed trails and single track. There will be 3 intersections with course marshals. Orange flagging, directional signs and orange cones will mark the way. Dense woods will shield you from the wind.
www.saratogastryders.org register www.runsignup.com
The Gore Mountain Bowl Citizen’s 5Krace series continues on Wednesday evenings at 6 pm through 2/25/26. RD Paul let us know that they are now in the new lodge, The Stations. Downstairs for registration and upstairs for raffles following the event. It looks so welcoming, all lit up as you circle around the course—makes you want to stop early! (just kidding, sort of) We have been having huge crowds. This is the first year (so far) that Paul hasn't had to scrub a race due to weather. The raffles are awesome—fresh eggs, maple syrup, Julie's knitting, items from the gift shop.... The best thing is that it is so non-competitive and casual and you get to know the folks who come every week. Timing is by underdogracetiming and they are very flexible as to letting you start late if you get stuck in traffic or start early if you feel you need extra time. Format is up to 5 one-kilometer loops and you can choose how many you wish to do. Please check website weekly for condtions/updates: https://goremountain.com/citizens-series/ www.upperhudsontrails.org registration https://www.skireg.com/gore-mountain-snowshoe-race Paul Allison pall...@goremountain.com www.goremountain.com
Remember: For more information about this year’s race offerings and last minute updates, check out our FB page: Dion WMAC Snowshoe Series And once again, if you no longer wish to receive these emails, just reply to me (a real human!) at pacu...@aol.com, and I’ll remove you from the list.
Dion Snowshoe Schedule
2026
FACEBOOK: Dion WMAC Snowshoe Series
www.dionwmacsnowshoe.com all races will be listed here as well as on individual websites
https://trailrunner.com/snowshoe
Please Note: Dion Snowshoe Rental Fee $10. Contact RDs to reserve. Limited availability
1/07 - 2/25/ 2026 Gore Mountain Citizens’ Races 5K Wednesday evenings 6PM Gore Ski Bowl https://goremountain.com/citizens-series/ Check weekly for condition updates
2/7/26 Camp Saratoga 8K 10:30 AM Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park, NY Laura Clark
www.saratogastryders.org register www.runsignup.com
2/14 Brookhaven 5K Greenfield, NY 10AM
Jen Zeisler jzei...@greenfieldny.org https://greenfieldny.gov/community/brookhaven-winter-park/
Runreg.com to sign up.
2/14 sponsored by Central Vermont Runners, the Millstone Madness Snowshoe Race
February 14, 2026Start time: 10:00am
Location: Millstone Trails, Barre Town Forest at 44 Brook St., Websterville, VT
Description: Approximately 3 mile snowshoe race on Millstone Trails. Mix of single and double track trails. Snowshoes required.
https://runsignup.com/Race/VT/Websterville/MILLSTONEMADNESSSNOWSHOERACE
2/21/26 The Paul Smith's College Striders will host the Bobcat 5 and 10K snowshoe races as well as a Childrens’s .8 K Cross Country
In conjunction with the 5and 10K events, the Striders will coordinate a .8K (1/2 mile) snowshoe race for children age 14 and under. This will enable families to participate in the Bobcat Snowshoe Race together. It should be noted that the children’s course as well as the 5K and 10K courses are “in the woods,” and it might be beneficial to have an adult accompany them along the route.
Information and to pre-register:. Please text/call/email Jim Tucker - Race Director at (518) 651-6436.
E-mail: jtu...@paulsmiths.edu You can pay when you arrive at the VIC, and by registering at least 48 hours in advance, you save $5. Cash, check or credit/debit card are all accepted at the Paul Smith’s College VIC.
2/28/26 Frigus Snowshoe Festival. We’re excited to announce FRIGUS, a winter trail race coming to Moreau Lake State Park in Gansevoort, New York on February 28, 2026.
Register - https://www.endurancesociety.org/frigus
This year we’re offering two challenging and scenic distances:
4.7 miles with approximately 750 feet of climbing
15K with approximately 2,300 feet of climbing
We’ll also host a 1-mile kids race, making FRIGUS a great event for the whole family.
Thanks to an outstanding winter so far — including a recent 20-inch snowfall — the forest and trails are beautifully snow-covered. To top it off, Moreau Lake is frozen, and racers will experience a truly unforgettable finish by running across the lake to the finish line.
DION snowshoes will be on site with rentals. We'll have warm food at the finish, music, and a fire on the beach.
If you have any questions about the event, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We can’t wait to share this unique winter trail experience with you.
See you in the snow!
Mike Seaman frigu...@gmail.com Moreau State Park???
8am 5K, 15K, Marathon, Kids 1 Mile and tbd ultra distance
https://www.endurancesociety.org/frigus
3/14/26 Garnet Hill Snowshoe 5K 10AM Garnet Hill, North River, NY (just past Gore)
Dwayne Spitzer dspi...@garnet-hill.com
https://www.runreg.com/garnet-hill-snowshoe
Other events to consider in addition to the Dion series:
Cole’s Woods Winter Racing in Glens Falls on Thursdays at 6pm FREE! January 22&29 and February 5&12. 2K or 4K Snowshoers, skate and classic skiers welcome. Meet on the field behind Inside Edge. https://www.friendsofcoleswoods.org/events
https://www.spartan.com/en/races/snow-devil-snowshoe
Super Frosty Loomis Snowshoe Race! Mark your calendars for 10 AM, Saturday, February 7, at Hammond Hill State Forest.
Here’s the catch: Registration won’t open until we’re confident there’s enough snow to make this a proper snowshoe race. (Please, please, please!) Stay tuned for updates as winter unfolds!
More info: https://fingerlakesrunners.org/.../super-frosty-loomis-2026/
Volunteer: https://app.helperhelper.com/inst/1131/opportunity/541100
This beloved event will feature the classic 5K and 10K routes through the beautiful, snow-covered trails of Hammond Hill. Whether you’re an experienced snowshoe runner or a first-timer looking to try something new, this is the perfect way to embrace the season.
Details about registration, snowshoe rentals, participation caps, and carpooling opportunities will be announced soon.
Keep an eye on the forum around January 26 for an update, and let’s all hope for snow!"
Vershare Snowshoe-a-thon. Feb 21. Vershire, VT ¼ mile, 1 mile and 3 mile loops. Proceeds to Vershare’s free community summer camp. Also ice skating, food and smores https://vershare.org/events-calendar/snowshoe-a-thon/#:~:text=Save%20the%20Date%3A%20February%2021,Westshire%20Elementary%20School%20this%20spring
Happy Trails and stay warm
Theresa