Runners at 1812 Challenge Weekend VICTORY CHALLENGE: 5K and 18.12

1812 Challenge Weekend VICTORY CHALLENGE: 5K and 18.12

Sunday, 9 June 2024· 07:30· Sackets Harbor, NY, 13685, US

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About this race

The 1812 Challenge Weekend continues! Join us in celebrating a decade of The Challenge with two new exciting distances and a weekend of fun for yourself, your group, or the whole family! 

Choose from THREE distances, with a 5K race starting and ending at the Brewery on Saturday. Then join us on Sunday for the 18.12 Challenge and Half Marathon you know and love!

Looking for an extra challenge? Register to participate in the Patriot Challenge (5K and Half Marathon) or or the Victory Challenge (5K + 18.12 Challenge)! Finishers of these challenges will receive an additional medal to commemorate your achievement.

PACKET PICKUP FOR ALL RACES

Friday, June 7
Location: Confluence Running North Country (1035 Arsenal St, Watertown)
10 am - 7 pm 
 
Saturday, June 8
Location: Sackets Harbor Visitor's Center Lawn
11:30 - 3 pm (look for the Confluence Running Tent)
 
Sunday, June 9
Location: Sackets Harbor Battlefield
6 - 7:30 am (look for the Confluence Tent)

What to expect

Written from race data

The 1812 Challenge Weekend, specifically the VICTORY CHALLENGE featuring a 5K and an 18.12-mile race, returns to Sackets Harbor, NY on June 9, 2024. This event honors the historical significance of the War of 1812 in this picturesque lakeside community. Participants can anticipate a challenging but rewarding experience with routes that showcase the natural beauty and historical landmarks of Sackets Harbor. The 5K offers a more accessible option, while the 18.12-mile race provides a significant test of endurance. Runners should prepare for varied terrain, likely including paved roads, some trails, and potentially areas with natural elements that reflect the historical landscape. The lakeside location suggests the possibility of beautiful water views and potentially some moderate elevation changes depending on the specific course design. This race is known for its connection to local history, often incorporating elements that evoke the era, making it more than just a race but an immersive historical experience. Participants can expect a strong sense of community and a chance to explore a charming, historically rich destination while pursuing their running goals.

The course

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Weather on the day

Sun, 9 Jun 2024

Rain, Partially cloudy

15.5°C

High / low 18.2° / 13.3°
Humidity 78%
Rain chance 100% · 8.6mm
Wind 39 km/h, gusts 65
UV index 4
Light 05:21 – 20:46

Weather data by VisualCrossing

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