Get ready for an authentic trail running adventure at the Maple Madness: Mud, Sweat, and Syrup race on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Warren Center, PA. This unique event, offering both a 10K and 5K distance, promises a challenging and memorable experience for all. Runners will navigate a course set against the picturesque backdrop of Dewy Meadows Maple Farm, starting and finishing right at the iconic "sugar shack." The trails themselves are a demanding mix of dirt roads, grueling climbs, single tracks, field crossings, and logging roads, with plenty of mud to ensure a truly "sticky situation".

Prepare for typical race day conditions with highs around 51F and lows near 28F, accompanied by a 12% chance of precipitation, which only adds to the promise of a muddy and fun challenge. While there are no aid stations on the course, runners will be treated to unique maple syrup shots along the way, adding a sweet twist to their self-supported journey. The relaxed atmosphere and strong sense of community are highlights, drawing runners who embrace getting messy, working hard, and having a great time.

The Maple Madness experience extends well beyond the finish line. All finishers will receive a souvenir glass bottle of maple syrup to take home. Post-race festivities include a hearty spread of pancakes, sausage, and coffee, along with bonfires and tours of the historic sap house, where you might even witness sap boiling if conditions permit. Top performers won't just earn bragging rights; overall winners will have their names permanently etched onto the legendary Cow Skull, with 10K winners also receiving a jug of farm-fresh syrup and a steak, and 5K winners taking home a jug of syrup. Packet pick-up begins at 7 AM on race day near the start at Dewy Meadows Maple Farm.