Wild Thing 5K/10K Trail Race
Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, 472 West Mountain Rd, Lenox, Ma 01240

Saturday, June 14 at 9 AM

Every step supports conservation! Proceeds from Wild Thing help fund Mass Audubon’s environmental education and conservation efforts in Berkshire County.

Ready, set, GO! Lace up your running shoes and hit the trails for one of the most scenic races in the Berkshires! Wild Thing takes you through the stunning forests and rolling carriage roads of Kennedy Park, starting and finishing at Mass Audubon’s Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary. Choose the 5K route through hardwood forest or challenge yourself with the 10K course.

After crossing the finish line, celebrate at the big red barn with food, music, and a chance to win prizes from local businesses. Feeling creative? Show off your wild side with a nature-inspired costume for a shot at "Best Dressed!"

What to Know Before You Go:

• Race Day Details: Check-in Opens: 7:30 AM. Race Start: 9:00 AM
• What to Bring: Trail-appropriate running shoes, water bottle, and a love for adventure!
• Water Stations: The 5K course includes one water station, which runners will pass twice. The 10K course has three water stations. Water, Gatorade, and light snacks will be available at the finish line. Refillable water bottle stations are also available at Pleasant Valley.
• Restrooms: Accessible restrooms, including family and all-gender options, are available in the big red barn at Pleasant Valley.
• Spectators & Dogs: Spectators are welcome along the course and at the start/finish area. On-leash dogs are allowed in Kennedy Park but not at Pleasant Valley's start/finish area.
• Course Terrain: The 5K and 10K routes feature a mix of single-track trails and scenic carriage roads through Kennedy Park. Expect uneven terrain and varying elevation.
• Race Categories & Timing: Participants may optionally select a race category at registration. Categories are grouped by:

• • Age: Adult & Youth (12 and under)
  • Gender: Male, Female, Non-Binary
  • Distance: 10K, 5K, 5K Walk

Your time will still be recorded and appear in the race results even if you don’t select a category. All runners are eligible for giveaway prizes—no category selection required! Awards and random giveaway prizes will be announced approximately 10:30am. Runners must be present to win a random giveaway prize.

• Parking & Check-In: On-site parking is limited, so please arrive early. Parking is available in the roadside and field parking lots and
  alongside one side of the road. Race check-in takes place inside the big red barn at Pleasant Valley.

The race will be capped at 300 runners. Register early to guarantee a spot!
*Online registration closes on June 11 at 6 PM.

In-person registration only at Pleasant Valley on June 12 and June 13.
Need help with registration? Email berkshires@massaudubon.org
Entry Prices:
Wild Thing Adult Entry Price (10K, 5K race and 5K Walk):
$30 before 6/1
$35 from 6/1 through 6/11

$40 after 6/11 (in-person registration only)
*Service fee added to online registrations for credit card processing.

Wild Thing Youth Entry Price (10K, 5K race and 5K Walk): Price Adjusts on Check Out 
$5 for youth 12 and under
$10 for youth ages 13-18

Packet Pickup:
Packet Pickup and ‘last minute’ registration will be at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, 472
West Mountain Rd, Lenox, Ma 01240
Friday, June 13 from 3pm to 6pm
Saturday, June 14 from 7:30am to 8:30am