{"id":116680,"date":"2023-03-09T21:39:51","date_gmt":"2023-03-10T02:39:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=116680"},"modified":"2023-03-09T21:39:51","modified_gmt":"2023-03-10T02:39:51","slug":"2023-jim-thorpe-area-running-festival-set-to-take-place-april-29th-and-30th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=116680","title":{"rendered":"2023 Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival Set to Take Place April 29th and 30th"},"content":{"rendered":"

Jim Thorpe, PA – The 5th<\/sup>\u00a0annual Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network returns the weekend of April 29 and 30, 2023. This annual event celebrates the rich history and beautiful scenery of the Jim Thorpe area, while promoting healthy lifestyles and physical activity.<\/p>\n

This year the Festival has teamed up with\u00a0Together With Veterans of Carbon County<\/a>, a charitable non-profit working to prevent suicide among those who have already given so much to our country. The Festival will also benefit the\u00a0Jim Thorpe Community Watch<\/a>\u00a0and the\u00a0White Haven Public Library<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Festival offers a variety of races for runners of all abilities. Participants can choose from a 7-miler, a half marathon, or a Boston Qualifying full marathon. Each race offers stunning views of the Lehigh River and scenic wilderness of the Pocono Mountains. For Sunday\u2019s events, the 7-miler and full marathon, participants will take the Reading and Blue Mountain Northern scenic railway to the starting lines.<\/p>\n

“We are thrilled to bring the JTARF back for its fifth year,” said race director, Michael Ragozzino of The RUNegades. “It\u2019s a great opportunity for runners to challenge themselves, while experiencing the quaint charm and incredible energy of the Jim Thorpe community.”<\/p>\n

After the races, participants will head into town for a \u201cwhistle stop\u201d tour of bars and restaurants offering special deals for runners.<\/p>\n

Registration<\/a>\u00a0for the 2023 Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival is now open. All participants will receive a commemorative t-shirt and finisher medal.<\/p>\n

“We encourage runners of all levels to join us,” added Ragozzino. “Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, the Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival offers a unique and unforgettable experience in a gorgeous setting for a great cause.\u201d<\/p>\n

For more information about the 2023 Jim Thorpe Area Running Festival, including registration, race details, sponsorship and volunteer opportunities, visit the event website\u00a0www.runjimthorpe.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Information provided to TVL by:
\nCarbon Chamber & Economic Development
\nhttp:\/\/carboncountypa.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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