WhereDaily News: Amherst Land Trust Hosts Backcountry Race -- "The Joe English Challenge"
AMHERST, NH--(Marketwired - Feb 5, 2014) - On May 3, 2014, the Amherst Land Trust will host a 25-kilometer running/hiking "challenge" event. Designed and directed by a team of experienced marathon, road-race, and cross-country organizers, the event is expected to attract backcountry trail-running and speed-hiking enthusiasts from throughout New England and the Northeast. The event will be of equal interest to competitive runners, outdoor and fitness enthusiasts, as well as people/organizations with an environmental ethic.