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Marathon Details - New England Green River Marathon

North America Marathons > USA > MA > Greenfield > New England Green River Marathon

New England Green River Marathon

Greenfield, MA USA

August 25, 2024

http://www.newenglandgreenrivermarathon.com

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Point-to-point along the scenic Green River

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Name:	Ben Kimball
Address:	106 Conway Street Greenfield, MA 01301
Phone Number:	6034911839
Email:	Email the organizers

Runner Reviews (5)

Course 4.8

Organization 4.8

Spectators 4.4

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Number of comments: 5

K. B. from Colorado Springs, CO (8/29/2022) "Scenic, well organized, great cause and volunteers" (about: 2022) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 New England Green River Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This race begins in Vermont and ends in Massachusetts, running along mostly rural roads along the Green River with very little traffic for the first 21 miles. The RD team is communicative and thoughtful, the volunteers along the way are incredibly helpful, proud of their slice of paradise, and very supportive of runners, even at the back of the pack. The course starts with a very steep couple miles. The rolling hills that follow are a net decline ... as a result, my quads exited the race around mile 18. Despite my own poor showing, many runners had a GREAT day because the course is quiet, it was cool and overcast, and it can be a really fast run with the right training. As mentioned, I was at the back of the pack. Every volunteer treated me like I was in the lead, encouraging, cheering, and generally being awesome. There were even some folks in the remote locations cheering by playing drums on their deck as we jogged past. And at the finish line, so late in the day, there were still plenty of volunteers cheering wildly as I scraped the last bit of energy from my legs. The scenery is really lovely indeed, and this race benefits local conservancies focused on the rivers in the area. If you like a quiet, well-supported, scenic run with the sound of birds and running water as your accompaniment, this is the race for you. Be aware that the last 5 miles are on a busier road that is not shaded. I found that this was a bit more treacherous than I expected with the traffic, probably because I was out there later in the day. My guess is that faster runners do not have that problem since they are hitting that stretch before folks are out and about. For food, can't recommend the People's Pint highly enough. Really awesome, ate there multiple times over the weekend. I was really happy with this race; even though my performance was not what I wanted, I loved the experience, the people, and the place. Cannot ask for more than that!!
J. H. from Massachusetts (9/4/2019) "Marathon comeback" (about: 2019) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 New England Green River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 My first marathon in over 6 1/2 years. Unique course; downhill but not easy. Great New England country vibe. I definitely recommend this marathon! So nice....
J. S. from Ford City, PA (1/5/2019) "Absolutely perfect." (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 New England Green River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I was a bit unsure of this one as it was an inaugural marathon. However, everything was great about it. The 20 or so miles of shade at the beginning helped considerably. When we emerged from the shade into the sun, it wasn't too bad. Bus ride to the beginning was fine. There was plenty of parking at the end. My wife had no trouble tracking me down as I hit the home stretch. Great post race grub. If I wasn't trying to do one in every state, this would be one I'd run again. I love the small, quiet marathons. The scenery was just amazing along the Green River. If you want a Massachusetts marathon that isn't Boston, do this one.
C. K. from New Jersey (8/29/2018) "Perfect inaugural event on a beautiful course!" (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 New England Green River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was the first running of the New England Green River Marathon and it could not have gone better. The beautiful weather helped, and the course is ideal for a marathon. It's nearly a straight line from Marlboro, VT to Greenfield, MA along the Green River. The majority of the course is shaded, which helps for this time of year. You have to battle the sun in the later miles, but that's expected with an August marathon in New England. Transportation is provided from the finish in Greenfield to the start in Marlboro, and did not appear problematic. There is plenty of parking. The RD already acknowledged that the number of portopotties needed at the start was sorely underestimated, so I do not anticipate the mad dash from the buses to the bathrooms to be as problematic in the future. I did not use the bag check, so cannot comment on that. The race starts on a steep downhill, but after that, it's a rolling course, with a net elevation loss. Spectators were few, but the ones out were cheerful and supportive. Pictures do not do the beauty of the course justice. The finish line festival had plenty of food, water, gatorade, and beer. I drove in Saturday from out of state and stayed in Greenfield, which is a friendly community with plenty of places to eat. I opted for the Hope and Olive. Check out the Montague Book Mill and have a drink by the river if you have time. Overall, a great inaugural race, and I look forward to returning.
R. P. from Maine (8/27/2018) "Scenic and fast course" (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 New England Green River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 I wanted a race in late August that would hopefully be cool and fast. The majority of the course is on hard-packed dirt that has has just enough cushion without slowing you down. Beautiful views of the Green River most of the way. The organizers did a great job overcoming a few hiccups (emergency bridge repairs a week before the race). Very few spectators for most of the way, but I just enjoyed the scenery.



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K. B. from Colorado Springs, CO (8/29/2022) "Scenic, well organized, great cause and volunteers" (about: 2022) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 New England Green River Marathon COURSE: 4 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This race begins in Vermont and ends in Massachusetts, running along mostly rural roads along the Green River with very little traffic for the first 21 miles. The RD team is communicative and thoughtful, the volunteers along the way are incredibly helpful, proud of their slice of paradise, and very supportive of runners, even at the back of the pack. The course starts with a very steep couple miles. The rolling hills that follow are a net decline ... as a result, my quads exited the race around mile 18. Despite my own poor showing, many runners had a GREAT day because the course is quiet, it was cool and overcast, and it can be a really fast run with the right training. As mentioned, I was at the back of the pack. Every volunteer treated me like I was in the lead, encouraging, cheering, and generally being awesome. There were even some folks in the remote locations cheering by playing drums on their deck as we jogged past. And at the finish line, so late in the day, there were still plenty of volunteers cheering wildly as I scraped the last bit of energy from my legs. The scenery is really lovely indeed, and this race benefits local conservancies focused on the rivers in the area. If you like a quiet, well-supported, scenic run with the sound of birds and running water as your accompaniment, this is the race for you. Be aware that the last 5 miles are on a busier road that is not shaded. I found that this was a bit more treacherous than I expected with the traffic, probably because I was out there later in the day. My guess is that faster runners do not have that problem since they are hitting that stretch before folks are out and about. For food, can't recommend the People's Pint highly enough. Really awesome, ate there multiple times over the weekend. I was really happy with this race; even though my performance was not what I wanted, I loved the experience, the people, and the place. Cannot ask for more than that!!
J. H. from Massachusetts (9/4/2019) "Marathon comeback" (about: 2019) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 New England Green River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 My first marathon in over 6 1/2 years. Unique course; downhill but not easy. Great New England country vibe. I definitely recommend this marathon! So nice....
J. S. from Ford City, PA (1/5/2019) "Absolutely perfect." (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 New England Green River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 5 I was a bit unsure of this one as it was an inaugural marathon. However, everything was great about it. The 20 or so miles of shade at the beginning helped considerably. When we emerged from the shade into the sun, it wasn't too bad. Bus ride to the beginning was fine. There was plenty of parking at the end. My wife had no trouble tracking me down as I hit the home stretch. Great post race grub. If I wasn't trying to do one in every state, this would be one I'd run again. I love the small, quiet marathons. The scenery was just amazing along the Green River. If you want a Massachusetts marathon that isn't Boston, do this one.
C. K. from New Jersey (8/29/2018) "Perfect inaugural event on a beautiful course!" (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 New England Green River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 5 FANS: 4 This was the first running of the New England Green River Marathon and it could not have gone better. The beautiful weather helped, and the course is ideal for a marathon. It's nearly a straight line from Marlboro, VT to Greenfield, MA along the Green River. The majority of the course is shaded, which helps for this time of year. You have to battle the sun in the later miles, but that's expected with an August marathon in New England. Transportation is provided from the finish in Greenfield to the start in Marlboro, and did not appear problematic. There is plenty of parking. The RD already acknowledged that the number of portopotties needed at the start was sorely underestimated, so I do not anticipate the mad dash from the buses to the bathrooms to be as problematic in the future. I did not use the bag check, so cannot comment on that. The race starts on a steep downhill, but after that, it's a rolling course, with a net elevation loss. Spectators were few, but the ones out were cheerful and supportive. Pictures do not do the beauty of the course justice. The finish line festival had plenty of food, water, gatorade, and beer. I drove in Saturday from out of state and stayed in Greenfield, which is a friendly community with plenty of places to eat. I opted for the Hope and Olive. Check out the Montague Book Mill and have a drink by the river if you have time. Overall, a great inaugural race, and I look forward to returning.
R. P. from Maine (8/27/2018) "Scenic and fast course" (about: 2018) 11-50 previous marathons \| 1 New England Green River Marathon COURSE: 5 ORGANIZATION: 4 FANS: 4 I wanted a race in late August that would hopefully be cool and fast. The majority of the course is on hard-packed dirt that has has just enough cushion without slowing you down. Beautiful views of the Green River most of the way. The organizers did a great job overcoming a few hiccups (emergency bridge repairs a week before the race). Very few spectators for most of the way, but I just enjoyed the scenery.

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