Place
Goodwin Dam
Durst Road
Colebrook, CT US 06021

Start Time: General race begins promptly at 9 a.m. on September 23. If you anticipate needing more than 2 hours 45 minutes to complete the course, we will be offering an early start at 8:15 a.m.

Find the HEAT discount code on the members only page.

Amenities

Rural course on lightly travelled country roads along the Farmington River;
Technical shirts for all runners in mens’ and womens’ sizes;
6 water stations — how the aid stations will be stocked will be based on applicable COVID-19 regulations;
Great post-race food — how post race food will be handled will be based on applicable COVID-19 regulations;
Custom finisher medals from Ashworth Awards;
Electronic bib tag timing;
Customized bibs with runners names;
Awards in 5 year age groups; and
Fun raffle prizes.

Course: Fast USATF certified course with a 100 foot net elevation decrease. You’ll run on country roads through the towns of Riverton, Pleasant Valley, Hartland and Colebrook, Connecticut.

Awards: Top 3 overall male and female runners and 3 deep in 5 year age divisions (18 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 +). If we are not able to hold an in person award ceremony, awards will be mailed.

Proceeds: All proceeds from the race benefit Running for Rescues. Running for Rescues is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of shelter animals. Running for Rescues supports small, grassroots organizations on the front lines – people pulling animals out of shelters before they are put to sleep. The cost associated with their efforts can be staggering! Running for Rescues funds shots, spay/neuter, transport, boarding, or food while the animal is being fostered and gives animals the opportunity to find a forever home.

Event details and schedule
Packet pickup begins at 7 a.m. on race day (September 24, 2022).

Early Start at 8:15 a.m. If you anticipate needing more than 2 hours 45 minutes to complete the course, we will be offering an Early Start at 8:15 a.m. (please register for the early start option when you sign up for the race)

General Start at 9 a.m.

Post-Race Celebration Begins at 10:30 a.m.

Awards Ceremony & Raffles at 11:45 a.m.