Join us on March 22, 2026 for our Winter’s End 4.5 Mile Run and say goodbye to winter as we kick off the spring running season together!
Registration
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Pre-entry fee: WVS members $20, non-members $25
Price increases 3/1/26: WVS members $25, non-members $30
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WVS members were emailed the discount code in the November newsletter.
(Our race discount codes are for current members of the WVS and should not be shared.)
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Non-members can purchase for $12 a membership in the store and then receive an email reply with the race discount code to use during race registration.
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Runners must pre-register online. Race day entries will not be accepted.
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Online registration will close Friday, March 20, 2026 at noon.
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Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Race Day
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Pre-entry packet pick-up will begin at 9:30 am at Penn State Wilkes-Barre in the Commons on campus.
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Runners will receive a TBD commemorative gift.
Start
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Race start is at 11:00 am.
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Race will be chip timed.
Course
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Our race features a scenic rolling hills 4.5 mile course in the Lehman area near Penn State, Wilkes-Barre.
Note
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If the race is cancelled due to any directives by the hosted facility, or the WVS, 2026 pre-entries will be deferred to next year. No refunds will be given.
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This race is open to anyone. You do not need to be a WVS member to run. You can however become a member or renew your membership during the checkout process. Online memberships are $12 per year. Membership cards are sent within a week of receipt or given race day if received 14 days prior to event or not yet expired.
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Non-members can purchase for $12 a membership in the store and then receive an email reply with the race discount code to use during race registration.
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The race directors reserve the right to accept or reject any entry.