River's Edge Endurance Challenge

Race Overview

Join us for the 8th Annual River's Edge Endurance Challenge on September 26, 2026, at Brunswick Middle School in Brunswick, MD. This exciting event promises a fun and competitive atmosphere for all participants.

Registration Information

• T-Shirt Deadline: To be sure you get a T-Shirt you must Register before 9/3/2026. If you register after 9/3/2026 at 11:59 PM you may not get the size you want or even a shirt at all.
• Medal Availability: Race Medals must be ordered ahead of time. Those who register after 8/15/2026 may not get a medal due to limited supplies.
• Sign Up: Simply sign up for an in-person race or challenge, show up at race, check in and race!
• Online Registration: Online registration is open through September 26, 2025, up to race sign-in deadline at 8:00 AM. Register Here.

Race Details

Last year we changed our 5 mile race to a 5K (3.1 Mile) race and it was a hit! The whole race is on the River's Edge Trail system. You will love it! Our 3-hour challenge and 6-hour challenge continue to use a 5 mile loop.

Race Schedule

• Check-In: In-person Race Sign in for all races is from 7:00 AM to 8:00 AM on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
• Drawings: Random drawings for free gifts is at 7:45 AM.
• Start Time: The 5K & 3-Hour and 6-Hour Challenges ALL start at 8:00 AM.
• Location: Lower practice fields in between Brunswick High School and Brunswick Middle School.

Course Description

The 3 & 6 Hour endurance challenge include about 1 mile on Brunswick High School property with the rest being on the River's Edge Trail system. The 5K (3.1M) course is basically all on the trails. Short start and finish on school property. Both 5K and 5-mile loops are well marked.

Entrance Fee

• 5K (3.1 miles) Run: $35
• 3-HOUR Run: $50
• 6-HOUR Run: $60
• Price Increase: Price goes up after September 24th.

Purpose and Benefits

100% of the race fees is used to purchase shirts, medals, race support items like food, and the rest supports Brunswick High School Track in purchasing much needed new equipment. This is a non-profit race and as such, there will be no refunds.

Prizes and Drawings

Gift Cards will be awarded via random drawing--two gift certificates per race!

Event Sponsors

The River's Edge Endurance Challenge is sponsored by the Brunswick High School Athletic Boosters, a nonprofit 501(c)(3), and serves as a fundraiser for the Brunswick High School Track and Field program. All proceeds will go toward the purchase of much-needed equipment not funded by Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS).

Contact Information

• Race Director: Kevin Ropp
• Email: riversedgechallenge@gmail.com
• Phone: 202-365-1164