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Gorge après Gorge 5k Run/Walk 2020

November 28, 2020

Date/Time
Date(s) - Nov 28th, 2020 - Dec 5th, 2020
All Day

Location
Chesterfield Gorge


It’s that time of year again! Join us for this year’s Gorge après Gorge 5k Trail Run and Family Fun Walk the week of November 28th-December 5th. This annual event is entering its 16th year, traditionally held the Sunday after Thanksgiving at the Chesterfield Gorge.

A large group of runners departs the starting line at the Gorge après Gorge.

Register now!

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s event will be held virtually. Participants will run their races individually (or in family groups!) and upload their times to an online portal. Runners and walkers use a well-marked course with a beautiful view of the Westfield River. Handmade hats will be awarded to category winners, with additional prizes for the runners who log the most miles at the Chesterfield Gorge during race week and to the racer that can fit the most elevation gain into a 5k in the Hilltowns. For participants who can’t make it to the Gorge in person this year, we’ll also be awarding a prize to the fastest 5k recorded outside our service area. All participants will be able to claim their personal cookie medals at the Chesterfield General Store (details to follow)!

TRAIL DESCRIPTION: A well-marked course, the dirt road/trail is a slightly hilly out and back along the Wild and Scenic Westfield River, starting at the Chesterfield Gorge. Be mindful of the roots, rocks, and any ice and snow which may be on the trail! Please note: restroom facilities at the Gorge remain closed, please make preparations accordingly.

REGISTRATION: 5k Registration: $20 ($15 for members of Hilltown Land Trust or The Trustees). Discounts for Families and FREE for runners under 10! If you are a member of HLT or the Trustees and did not receive a coupon code, please contact us.

Register now on RunReg!

GIVEAWAY: Share photos of your post-race celebration with us for a chance to win some exciting prizes! Keep an eye on our Facebook page for more details.

FAMILY FUN WALK: Free, as always! Please register to help us track participation.

LOCATION & TIME:
Chesterfield Gorge Reservation: River Road in Chesterfield, MA
November 28th – December 5th

CONTACT: Barry at Hilltown Land Trust for any questions:
barry<at>hilltownlandtrust<dot>org
413-628-4485 x6

ORGANIZERS:
Hilltown Land Trust
Amy Rusiecki

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Edible Native and Invasive Plants with Russ Cohen
Edible Native and Invasive Plants with Russ Cohen
Apr 29th, 2018    
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Hands-On
  • Hike
  • Partnership Event
  • Workshop
Learn how to identify, responsibly harvest, and prepare edible invasive plants in this partnership event with Hilltown Land Trust and Kestrel Land Trust, co-sponsored by [...]
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Spring Ephemeral Wildflower walk
Spring Ephemeral Wildflower walk
May 5th, 2018    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Hike
Join us for a spring ephemeral walk! Led by former Hilltown Land Trust AmeriCorps service member Nicole Rhodes, we will check out the wildflowers on [...]
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The Wondrous World of Mushrooms
The Wondrous World of Mushrooms
May 19th, 2018    
12:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Meekins Library
  • Hands-On
  • Hike
  • Partnership Event
  • Workshop
We are thrilled to be partnering with Williamsburg Libraries to offer The Wondrous World of Mushrooms: an introductory talk on mushroom identification and the life [...]
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Stevens Property Trail Workday
20 May
May 20th, 2018    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Stevens Property
  • Hands-On
Help Hilltown Land Trust improve visitor experience for it's popular "Stevens" conservation area in Huntington, MA. This stewardship workday will involve: trail blazing, boundary marking, [...]
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Hike at Chester-Blandford State Forest - Hilltowns Hiking Series
Hike at Chester-Blandford State Forest - Hilltowns Hiking Series
May 23rd, 2018    
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Chester-Blandford State Forest
  • Hike
Enjoy a hike in the Chester-Blandford State Forest, followed by lunch nearby at The River Cafe & Bakery (also known as Hunt & Hart Cafe and [...]
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Spring Hike at Stevens - Hilltowns Hiking Series
Spring Hike at Stevens - Hilltowns Hiking Series
May 26th, 2018    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Stevens Property
  • Family Fun
  • Hike
  • Partnership Event
Hilltown Land Trust and Western Mass Hilltown Hikers are partnering up to offer a guided hike on the Stevens property. 
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Edible Native and Invasive Plants with Russ Cohen
Edible Native and Invasive Plants with Russ Cohen
29 Apr 18
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Spring Ephemeral Wildflower walk
Spring Ephemeral Wildflower walk
5 May 18
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The Wondrous World of Mushrooms
The Wondrous World of Mushrooms
19 May 18
Williamsburg
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20 May
Stevens Property Trail Workday
20 May 18
Huntington
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Hike at Chester-Blandford State Forest - Hilltowns Hiking Series
Hike at Chester-Blandford State Forest - Hilltowns Hiking Series
23 May 18
Chester
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Spring Hike at Stevens - Hilltowns Hiking Series
Spring Hike at Stevens - Hilltowns Hiking Series
26 May 18
Huntington
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