Triple Dam 10K - Run Like Ardy

2024 Results: https://ultrasignup.com/results_event.aspx?did=106400

Join us on August 25 at 8:30 a.m. for the inaugural Triple Dam 10K. The event starts and finishes at the Army Corps Power Dam Recreation Area off of Maple St. in Perkinsville, VT. This event is open to both runners and walkers.

This beautiful loop, on gently rolling terrain, starts at the old Perkinsville Power Dam on the Black River, runs downriver to North Springfield Reservoir Dam on a mix of grassy trails and dirt roads, crosses over the river, runs back upstream on more dirt roads and grassy trails to just before Stoughton Pond Dam, crosses through the Black River, which will feel great in late-August humidity, and finishes back at the Power Dam, adjacent to the best swimming hole in the area.

The 2024 course has been amended from the original course due to flood damage to the trails from last July, last December, and this July that has made some of the trails still unable to withstand an event.

It starts at the old Perkinsville Power Dam and is an out-and-back on gently rolling terrain, all staying on the west side of the Black River and North Springfield Reservoir (meaning – no river crossing). There is a good mix of dirt road, double track, grassy trails, and single track. The distance measures right at 6 miles with 530′ of vert.
https://www.strava.com/activities/12183038965

This is a benefit for Springfield High School Cross Country.

Entry Fee

Register by August 23: $30
In-Person Registration at Packet Pick-up on Aug 24: $35 (Cash or Check preferred)
In-Person Registration on Race Day: $40 (Cash or Check preferred)

Packet Pick-up:
Saturday, August 24: 3-5 p.m. at the corner of Maple St and Drumlin Rd, Perkinsville, VT, right next to the pond. This is about 1/2 mile from the race venue, so you can check it out and go for a nice pre-race swim.
Sunday, August 25: 7:15-8:15 a.m. at Power Dam Recreation Area

Course Map: https://www.strava.com/activities/12183038965
There will be one aid station with water at mile 3.

Post-Run: We will have water, Nuun electrolyte drink, Wellwood Orchards cider donuts, and Otter Pops. Bring your swimsuit and the whole fam to enjoy the sweet swimming hole at the Power Dam.

Prizes:
1st place Female and Male Overall, Masters (45-59), and Super Masters (60+)
Plus whatever other fun, random prizes we decide to award

Parking: There is plenty of room for parking by the start/finish area. We encourage carpooling.

Refunds: No refunds, transfers to other runners, or transfers to other years. If you cannot run for any reason, please know your entry is going to a good cause. It’s a donation to the Springfield High School Cross Country Team. They thank you for your support.

Weather: It’ll likely be warm and humid, and that’s why we have the best swimming hole in the area right by the finish.

Music / Dogs: Music players are allowed, but please run with only one earbud in, be aware of other runners and traffic (there are short road sections near the start and finish where there may be cars), and use general caution. Well-behaved short-leashed dogs who enjoy post-race doggie treats are allowed.

If you’re unable to join us in-person but still want to get your Triple Dam-on and make a donation to Springfield High School Cross Country, then register for our Virtual Triple Dam 10K for $10. We’ll make sure your donation gets to the harriers and if you send us your result, we’ll post your time in our Results section.

Social Media: follow us on Facebook for the most up-to-date info, https://www.facebook.com/events/1460530631152054

The Triple Dam 10K operates under a special use permit with the US Army Corps of Engineers, and is an equal opportunity outdoor recreation service provider.