I had the day off and this was a short trip into Pennsylvania, so I figured I’d give a chance. This was definitely the most low-key half I’ve ever done, but I definitely appreciate it for what it is, ha. This was a nice break from the overcrowded races I’m used to like the NYC Half or Brooklyn, and the course was a nice break too; very flat and it’s pretty much a straight run along the water, a turnaround at about the halfway mark and then the same straight run back.

This race had the feel of my weekly informal Sunday group runs, and even with the mud and light rain (and hail for a few minutes too!) the course was relaxing and scenic.

There was even a few people there cheering us on at points, which was unexpected for such a small race but definitely appreciated, ha. I missed out on a shirt (I signed up day of) but I got a nice bag full of goodies and I really loved the race medal (I love taking hikes and nature walks, and the half medal centered on a silhouette of a heron flying, definitely a nice design!)! I definitely have to keep this race in mind again next November!