December snow. Photo courtesy of D. Kirche. Used by permission.

Winter Sports at the VIC:
21st Annual Jingle Bell 5K Snowshoe Race
7 December 2014


Winter Sports at the VIC: 20th Annual Jingle Bell 5K Snowshoe Race (8 December 2013.  Photo by Brian McAllister.  Used by permission.Winter Sports at the VIC: 20th Annual Jingle Bell 5K Snowshoe Race (8 December 2013)

The Paul Smith's College Striders are hosting the 21st Annual 5 kilometer Jingle Bell snowshoe race to give area runners the opportunity to challenge themselves on this early season snowshoe race.  In conjunction with the 5K event, the Striders will coordinate a .8K snowshoe race for kids age 14 and under.  So bring the whole family to the VIC for some fun in the snow!

The cross country snowshoe race will start/finish at the rear entrance of the VIC, utilizing the trail system much as in most years. Assorted refreshments will be available before and after the event. If there is no snow cover, there will be a 5 km foot race, using the same woodland trail system.

Registration: 9:30-10 AM in the VIC lobby on race day or contact Jim Tucker at (518) 327-6286.

Cost: $20/adult on race day ($15 for prior registration) and $2 for kids age 14 and under. The Jingle Bell 5K Snowshoe Race entry form is available here.

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Explore the VIC

The Paul Smiths VIC offers a wide variety of programs throughout the year to educate and inform Adirondack Park residents and visitors about the natural wonders of the Adirondack Mountains. You can help support these programs by joining the Friends of the VIC. More information on Friends of the VIC memberships

Explore the Trails

The VIC trails are free and open to the public, from dawn to dusk, spring through fall. In winter, the trails are open to cross-country skiers and snowshoers for a fee. Day or season passes may be purchased.