It’s going off as scheduled as a trail race – there may be some icy spots so bring traction aids (microspikes, yaktrax, or my personal preference, screwshoes) just in case.
Here’s the latest from RD Carolyn Stocker –
Unless you have not guessed it, the WMass Snowshoe Scramble this Sunday, Jan. 22nd at 10am is going to be held as a trail race. As of now, the course is still subject to change but due to conditions there is going to be a ~3 mile loop that you can choose to do 1-2x. Expect trails to be icy in spots and if you have not run at Mt. Tom before, trails are technical and hilly.
Also please remember to bring a dish to share if you are able. There will be an after party celebration at the Northampton Brewery to enjoy some local brews.
Also thank you again to our sponsors: Dion Snowshoes, Northampton Running Company, Dunkin Donuts, Deals & Steals, Berkshire Brewing Company, Drink Maple, and the Black Swann Inn.
If you have any questions, comments, or want to volunteer please email me at cstocker@springfieldcollege.edu.
Prereg available until 5 PM on Saturday 1/21; race info can be found here.
Also, if anyone is desperate to race on snowshoes this weekend – word is that Moose Mountain in NH on Saturday and Oak Mountain in NY on Sunday will be snowshoe events.