Course Description:
Welcome to Maine’s first 100 mile trail race, the Riverlands 100! Solo runners will do 4 laps of a beautiful 25-mile out-and-back trail at the Androscoggin Riverlands State Park in Turner, ME. The course is a little over half ATV trail that has a little of everything: river views of the Androscoggin (listen for loons!), dense forest, ups and downs, rocks and roots and hopefully some good mud. The rest is sweet single track, the best Maine offers. Our race is difficult, much more than the elevation profile would indicate. There is really no stretch where you can relax. That said, an experienced ultrarunner can turn in a fast time. And first time 100 milers who finish can feel confident taking on any 100. Thinking of making it a party? Register for the relay! Teams have 5 members. The relay course will be 5 laps of a 20 mile out and back course which is slightly different than the solo 100 mile course. Each relay runner must complete at least one 20-mile lap. The relay teams are on the ATV trail for 80% of their 20 mile leg, with 20% single track. We have had some 4 person teams where one runner did two legs. This works, too! The Riverlands 100 is a trail race put on by experienced trail runners for people who like to push their limits. Come join us!
A few of our past participants wrote such good descriptions of the course, we decided to include them here. We particularly like the term "Northeast technical" :) If you want a good sense of the race vibe and course difficulty, check out this article in Ultrarunning Magazine by Gary Dudney and this race report by Walter Handloser.
The race directors were excited to be interviewed about the Riverlands 100 by The Ultra Wire! You can check it out here: https://theultrawire.com/…/podcast-episode-6-riverlands-100/
Cut off times for solo runners:
Soft cutoff:
50 miles: 11:00pm Saturday. It is strongly recommended that you reach the 50 mile mark (2 laps completed) by 11:00pm in order to stay on track for the overall cutoff. Aid station volunteers will remind runners.
Hard cutoffs (enforced):
6:30am Sunday. You must be leaving the Start/Finish Aid Station by 6:30am heading out on your last lap.
10:15am Sunday. You must be leaving the Conant Road Aid Station at 10:15am on your last lap.
12:30pm Sunday. All runners must be leaving the Middle Earth Aid Station (heading back to the finish) on their last lap.
2:00pm Sunday - course closes
Relay Teams are subject to the 10:15am cut off at Conant Road and the 12:30pm Middle Earth cutoff, Sunday morning, last lap.
Aid Station Information:
There will be three aid stations along the course. Aid stations will be located at the Start/Finish ("Start/Finish Aid Station"), roughly midway ("Middle Earth Aid Station"), and at the far end of the 12.5 mile "out" (or 10 miles if you are a relay runner) ("Conant Rd Aid Station"). You will have crew access only at the Start/Finish, but drop bags are allowed at all aid stations (no bins or totes, please, except at the Start/Finish).
Hydration – water, Tailwind (Mandarin flavor mixed at 1 scoop per 12oz ratio), Coke, Mt. Dew, Ginger Ale
Munchies – typical ultra sweet and salty snacks (chip, pretzels, swedish fish, etc)
Food – pb&j, roll ups, homemade soups (click to see ingredients of soups), grilled cheese & more
Basic Aid - S-Caps, duct tape, Vaseline, Ginger chews, basic first-aid kits will be at each aid station
-Aid stations will not provide Advil, Aspirin, or other pain relievers. If you choose to take the risk of using these medications you must bring your own.
-Aid stations will not have blister kits: If you are prone to blisters, make sure you carry what you need or have what you need in your drop bags to care for them.
Drop Bags:
Solo Runners:
Drop bags will be allowed at all aid stations for solo runners. You may have as many drop bags as you like. Please label your drop bags with your name, bib number, and aid station name. Technically there are three aid stations, but remember that you will hit the midpoint aid station on the way out and on the way back in. Your bags will be readily available, but rely on the aid station volunteers to help with refueling, encouragement, and, well, aid - they know what they’re doing and are happy to help! Drop bags must be left at Packet Pickup (see below) no later than 6pm.
All drop bags MUST be picked up before leaving the race, even if you drop from the race at an aid station along the course. You can pick up your drop bags at Martin Stream Campground at the post-race awards.
Solo runners must leave drop bags at the designated area at Martin Stream Campground. Please note the drop bag size limitations for aid stations listed below. All drop bags must be marked with runner’s number and aid station name:
Relay runners, you will not have the drop bag option, but will have full support of the aid station staff. We want to speed you through as quickly as possible.
Crew Information:
Crews, you're gonna love this race; it makes your job easy. You will see your runners at 25, 50, and 75 at the Start/Finish Aid Station and of course at their finish, too! In between, they will be tended to by experienced Trail and Ultra runners every five miles. Relax, enjoy, head to the river, or take a nap. Better yet, rent a campsite at Martin Stream Campground, less than 10 minutes away; it can be your home away from home.
**NO ALCOHOL IS ALLOWED ON THE PREMISES OF ANDROSCOGGIN STATE PARK**
Event Schedule:
TBD: PRE-RACE MEETING
4pm (link will be provided via email to all runners)
Runners' briefing via Zoom - MANDATORY FOR ALL RUNNERS
Friday May 9, 2025: Packet pickup and Drop Bag dropoff
3:00pm - 6:00pm
There will be no packet pickup race day morning, so plan to pick up your packet by 6pm Friday.
Pacers must register and get a pacer’s bib (pacers may sign up race day morning or before they start pacing at the Start/Finish - see Race Directors to register).
Relay teams send one runner to pick up the team's packet. Relay teams: Please have signed waivers from any teammates that are last minute substitutes. We will cover bib numbers and handoffs at the pre-race meeting.
Please see the DROP BAGS section above for all details about drop bags.
Friday May 9, 2025: PRE-RACE MEAL - Pasta dinner
4:00pm-6:00pm
Packet Pickup, Drop Bag dropoff, and the Pre-Race meal will be held at:
Martin Stream Campground
1 Martin Stream Rd., Turner, ME 207-740-2240
Saturday May 10, 2025
5:50am
Gather at the start, final pre-race comments
6:00am
START! Solo and relay teams will all start at the same time
Sunday May 11, 2025
2:00pm
Course closes for all runners
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Post-race meal (Brunch! Vegan and non-vegan options) at Martin Stream Campground
The post-race party and awards will be held at Martin Stream Campground's pavilion. That'll be convenient for those staying at the campground and a good place for anyone to hang out if you're done early. And all runners can take advantage of their hot showers free of charge!
3:00pm
Awards Ceremony for all Solo Runners and Relay Teams
We will award the 100 buckles, the relay hoodies, our special Adirondack chairs for top male and female 100 milers, the Beast Bowl to the winning relay team, The Fastest Leg award to the fastest relay leg, and the Last Mule in the Barn prize. AND, if earned we will award 500 mile belts!!!
Please see Post-Race Party and Awards section below for more details.
Important Directions:
Start/Finish: Androscoggin Riverlands State Park, 1005 Center Bridge Road, Turner, ME
Travel Route 117 east from Turner about 2 miles, turning right at a fork just before a four-way intersection. Continue onto Center Bridge Road and proceed another 2 miles to the parking lot on right just before the Turner boat launch.
Post-Race Awards and Meal
Martin Stream Campground
1 Martin Stream Rd., Turner, ME 207-740-2240
Area Lodging:
Martin Stream Campground
1 Martin Stream Rd., Turner, ME 207-740-2240
Coin operated laundry, free hot showers, playground for kids
The closest hotels are in Auburn, ME, about 20 minutes from the park.
There is a Hilton Garden Inn
and a Residence Inn
which have good ratings on Trip Advisor.
Pacing:
Pacers must register as a pacer and get a pacer’s bib; It is probably best done at packet pickup, but can also be done any time up to your leg(s) - see the Race Directions at the Start/Finish area to register. You will be asked to sign a waiver and get a pacer's bib. No muling. No pacers for relay teams. Pacers allowed anytime after 50 miles. Only one pacer per runner at a time, but you may have different pacers on each of the last two 25-mile legs if you like.
Relay Rules:
Minimum distance for any runner is 20 miles. All runners will run multiples of 20 miles, no splitting up the out and back. No drop bags or pacers for relay runners. Relay members must make their runner exchange in the designated "Relay" area at the Start/Finish. Each relay runner must check in with race directors at the Start/Finish before they start their leg and need to have signed a waiver.
Additional Race Rules:
-All runners must wear assigned race numbers. It is the runner’s responsibility to ensure his/her race number is recorded at all aid stations when the runner checks in. If your race number is not recorded at an aid station, you may be disqualified for not completing the entire course.
-At no time may a runner ride in or on a vehicle of any kind. Violators will be disqualified. If you get off the course, you must return by foot to the point at which you left the trail.
-Please do not litter on the course. Violators will be subject to disqualification.
-If you drop out of the race, make sure that the aid station captain at an aid station is notified and give the AID STATION CAPTAIN the pull-tab off your race bib. Failure to do this could result in search and rescue, which will be at runner’s expense.
Places for Food, Gas, Drinks, Coffee:
Gritty’s Auburn
68 Main Street, Auburn, ME 04210
Phone: 207-376-2739
In 2005 Gritty’s opened on the banks of the Androscoggin River in Lewiston/Auburn. Our Auburn brew pub is a warm and welcoming space in the classic Gritty style; long tavern tables, copper bar top and traditional brick work. The spacious deck features the best riverfront views in town, and our glass-enclosed, storefront brewery brings the working of a true pub brewery right to Main Street. And of course, our kitchen serves up the finest in traditional pub fare. Gritty’s Auburn Brew Pub is a convenient stop on your way to four-season fun in Maine’s mountains and lake regions. We’re very proud to be a part of the revitalized waterfront in this historic community. Real Ale has returned to Central Maine!
Antigoni's Pizza:
792 Auburn Rd, Turner, ME 04282
Menu
Open Friday 11am - 10pm, Saturday 11am - 10pm, Sunday 11am - 9pm
B&A Variety:
1051 Auburn Rd, Turner, ME 04282
Gas, food, drinks, bathrooms
Menu
Open Friday 5:30am - 9pm, Saturday 6am - 8pm, Sunday 7:30am - 8pm
Hannaford Supermarket:
23 Snell Hill Rd, Turner, ME 04282
Open Friday 7am - 10pm, Saturday 7am - 10pm, Sunday 7am - 9pm
Nezinscot Farm:
www.nezinscotfarm.com/
284 Turner Center Rd, Turner, ME 04282
Gourmet Food Shop,Cafe, Bakery, a Fromagerie, a Charcuterie, and a Yarn & Fiber Studio
Open Friday 7am - 5pm, Saturday 7am - 5pm, Sunday 7am - 5pm
Jimmy's:
1093 Upper St, Turner, ME 04282
Gas, food (excellent homemade breakfast sandwiches), snacks, drinks, bathrooms
Terry & Maxine's Restaurant:
32 Auburn Rd, Turner, ME 04082
terryandmaxines.com
Post-Race Party and Awards:
Martin Stream Campground
1 Martin Stream Rd., Turner, ME 04282
Brunch at the campground! We will be getting a count of vegetarian and vegan orders at the pre-race meeting.
**If you already buckled at a previous Riverlands and would prefer a finisher hoodie this year instead of a buckle, let us know your hoodie size (see the store page for details) and we'll make sure we have enough on hand.
Awards:
All entrants will receive a Riverlands 100 & Relay t-shirt
Solo 100 milers
-All solo 100 milers finishing within the 32-hour cutoff will receive a kickass buckle (pictured on the home page of this website)
-Overall male and female winners of the solo 100 mile will receive a hand made wooden Adirondack Chair with the buckle design wood-burned into it
-The "Last Mule in the Barn" will receive a special award
-Solo 100 milers will be able to purchase a Riverlands 100 hoodie if desired
Relay
-All relay team members who finish within the 32-hour cutoff will receive a sweet, sweet Riverlands 100 finisher's hoodie
-The fastest relay team overall will win THE BEAST BOWL, the Stanley Cup of the relay. Each member of the winning relay team will have his/her name engraved on the bowl, claim the beer inside, and have bragging rights until next year's Riverlands 100 Relay. A picture of the winning team will be the background picture of the Beast Bowl's Facebook page. Follow the Beast Bowl's Facebook page to see where it might turn up during the course of the year!
-NEW THIS YEAR: The Fastest Leg of the relay will be awarded to a male and female runner
Things to do in Maine:
Check out this website for information about what to do in Maine!
The Portland area is a foodie and craft beer destination - check out this site for information about food and beer of all kinds
Safety and First Aid:
Each runner is responsible for their own actions. It is crucial that you are physically and mentally prepared for the stresses of the race. We will utilize the local EMS services in case of a medical emergency. Medical expenses incurred are the responsibility of the runner receiving medical assistance/services. The remoteness of the trail and the distance between trail/road crossings will result in a substantial amount of time before medical personnel arrive to provide assistance.
It is important for runners to recognize the potential physical and mental stresses that may evolve from participation in this race. These include, but are not limited to, extreme temperatures of heat and cold, hypothermia, dehydration, hyponatremia, renal failure, seizures, hypoglycemia, disorientation, total mental and physical exhaustion, etc. Each participant must continuously monitor himself/herself and understand their limitations. Remember that YOU, the runner, are responsible for your own well being during the race.
Weather in Maine:
The average temperature in Turner for May is 51.7℉ (11℃), with an average high of 63℉ (17℃) and average low of 40.5℉ (5℃). Please plan accordingly for possibly freezing temps overnight or above-average/humid temps during the day.
Sunrise/Sunset:
Saturday: May 10, 2025
civil twilight: 4:46am
sunrise: 5:19am
sunset: 7:55pm
civil twilight: 8:28pm
Sunday: May 11, 2025
civil twilight: 4:45am
sunrise: 5:18am
Volunteering:
If you would like to volunteer, please click to sign up here!
Welcome to Maine’s first 100 mile trail race, the Riverlands 100! Solo runners will do 4 laps of a beautiful 25-mile out-and-back trail at the Androscoggin Riverlands State Park in Turner, ME. The course is a little over half ATV trail that has a little of everything: river views of the Androscoggin (listen for loons!), dense forest, ups and downs, rocks and roots and hopefully some good mud. The rest is sweet single track, the best Maine offers. Our race is difficult, much more than the elevation profile would indicate. There is really no stretch where you can relax. That said, an experienced ultrarunner can turn in a fast time. And first time 100 milers who finish can feel confident taking on any 100. Thinking of making it a party? Register for the relay! Teams have 5 members. The relay course will be 5 laps of a 20 mile out and back course which is slightly different than the solo 100 mile course. Each relay runner must complete at least one 20-mile lap. The relay teams are on the ATV trail for 80% of their 20 mile leg, with 20% single track. We have had some 4 person teams where one runner did two legs. This works, too! The Riverlands 100 is a trail race put on by experienced trail runners for people who like to push their limits. Come join us!
A few of our past participants wrote such good descriptions of the course, we decided to include them here. We particularly like the term "Northeast technical" :) If you want a good sense of the race vibe and course difficulty, check out this article in Ultrarunning Magazine by Gary Dudney and this race report by Walter Handloser.
The race directors were excited to be interviewed about the Riverlands 100 by The Ultra Wire! You can check it out here: https://theultrawire.com/…/podcast-episode-6-riverlands-100/
Cut off times for solo runners:
Soft cutoff:
50 miles: 11:00pm Saturday. It is strongly recommended that you reach the 50 mile mark (2 laps completed) by 11:00pm in order to stay on track for the overall cutoff. Aid station volunteers will remind runners.
Hard cutoffs (enforced):
6:30am Sunday. You must be leaving the Start/Finish Aid Station by 6:30am heading out on your last lap.
10:15am Sunday. You must be leaving the Conant Road Aid Station at 10:15am on your last lap.
12:30pm Sunday. All runners must be leaving the Middle Earth Aid Station (heading back to the finish) on their last lap.
2:00pm Sunday - course closes
Relay Teams are subject to the 10:15am cut off at Conant Road and the 12:30pm Middle Earth cutoff, Sunday morning, last lap.
Aid Station Information:
There will be three aid stations along the course. Aid stations will be located at the Start/Finish ("Start/Finish Aid Station"), roughly midway ("Middle Earth Aid Station"), and at the far end of the 12.5 mile "out" (or 10 miles if you are a relay runner) ("Conant Rd Aid Station"). You will have crew access only at the Start/Finish, but drop bags are allowed at all aid stations (no bins or totes, please, except at the Start/Finish).
Hydration – water, Tailwind (Mandarin flavor mixed at 1 scoop per 12oz ratio), Coke, Mt. Dew, Ginger Ale
Munchies – typical ultra sweet and salty snacks (chip, pretzels, swedish fish, etc)
Food – pb&j, roll ups, homemade soups (click to see ingredients of soups), grilled cheese & more
Basic Aid - S-Caps, duct tape, Vaseline, Ginger chews, basic first-aid kits will be at each aid station
-Aid stations will not provide Advil, Aspirin, or other pain relievers. If you choose to take the risk of using these medications you must bring your own.
-Aid stations will not have blister kits: If you are prone to blisters, make sure you carry what you need or have what you need in your drop bags to care for them.
Drop Bags:
Solo Runners:
Drop bags will be allowed at all aid stations for solo runners. You may have as many drop bags as you like. Please label your drop bags with your name, bib number, and aid station name. Technically there are three aid stations, but remember that you will hit the midpoint aid station on the way out and on the way back in. Your bags will be readily available, but rely on the aid station volunteers to help with refueling, encouragement, and, well, aid - they know what they’re doing and are happy to help! Drop bags must be left at Packet Pickup (see below) no later than 6pm.
All drop bags MUST be picked up before leaving the race, even if you drop from the race at an aid station along the course. You can pick up your drop bags at Martin Stream Campground at the post-race awards.
Solo runners must leave drop bags at the designated area at Martin Stream Campground. Please note the drop bag size limitations for aid stations listed below. All drop bags must be marked with runner’s number and aid station name:
- Start/Finish Aid Station: drop bags may be any size - Runners may place these at drop bag area race day morning.
- Middle Earth Aid Station: bags only, no plastic bins/totes, 18” x 15” max (Ziploc large works)
- Conant Rd Aid Station (turn around): bags preferred, but small totes permitted 18”x12”x6” or smaller
Relay runners, you will not have the drop bag option, but will have full support of the aid station staff. We want to speed you through as quickly as possible.
Crew Information:
Crews, you're gonna love this race; it makes your job easy. You will see your runners at 25, 50, and 75 at the Start/Finish Aid Station and of course at their finish, too! In between, they will be tended to by experienced Trail and Ultra runners every five miles. Relax, enjoy, head to the river, or take a nap. Better yet, rent a campsite at Martin Stream Campground, less than 10 minutes away; it can be your home away from home.
**NO ALCOHOL IS ALLOWED ON THE PREMISES OF ANDROSCOGGIN STATE PARK**
Event Schedule:
TBD: PRE-RACE MEETING
4pm (link will be provided via email to all runners)
Runners' briefing via Zoom - MANDATORY FOR ALL RUNNERS
Friday May 9, 2025: Packet pickup and Drop Bag dropoff
3:00pm - 6:00pm
There will be no packet pickup race day morning, so plan to pick up your packet by 6pm Friday.
Pacers must register and get a pacer’s bib (pacers may sign up race day morning or before they start pacing at the Start/Finish - see Race Directors to register).
Relay teams send one runner to pick up the team's packet. Relay teams: Please have signed waivers from any teammates that are last minute substitutes. We will cover bib numbers and handoffs at the pre-race meeting.
Please see the DROP BAGS section above for all details about drop bags.
Friday May 9, 2025: PRE-RACE MEAL - Pasta dinner
4:00pm-6:00pm
Packet Pickup, Drop Bag dropoff, and the Pre-Race meal will be held at:
Martin Stream Campground
1 Martin Stream Rd., Turner, ME 207-740-2240
Saturday May 10, 2025
5:50am
Gather at the start, final pre-race comments
6:00am
START! Solo and relay teams will all start at the same time
Sunday May 11, 2025
2:00pm
Course closes for all runners
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Post-race meal (Brunch! Vegan and non-vegan options) at Martin Stream Campground
The post-race party and awards will be held at Martin Stream Campground's pavilion. That'll be convenient for those staying at the campground and a good place for anyone to hang out if you're done early. And all runners can take advantage of their hot showers free of charge!
3:00pm
Awards Ceremony for all Solo Runners and Relay Teams
We will award the 100 buckles, the relay hoodies, our special Adirondack chairs for top male and female 100 milers, the Beast Bowl to the winning relay team, The Fastest Leg award to the fastest relay leg, and the Last Mule in the Barn prize. AND, if earned we will award 500 mile belts!!!
Please see Post-Race Party and Awards section below for more details.
Important Directions:
Start/Finish: Androscoggin Riverlands State Park, 1005 Center Bridge Road, Turner, ME
Travel Route 117 east from Turner about 2 miles, turning right at a fork just before a four-way intersection. Continue onto Center Bridge Road and proceed another 2 miles to the parking lot on right just before the Turner boat launch.
Post-Race Awards and Meal
Martin Stream Campground
1 Martin Stream Rd., Turner, ME 207-740-2240
Area Lodging:
Martin Stream Campground
1 Martin Stream Rd., Turner, ME 207-740-2240
Coin operated laundry, free hot showers, playground for kids
The closest hotels are in Auburn, ME, about 20 minutes from the park.
There is a Hilton Garden Inn
and a Residence Inn
which have good ratings on Trip Advisor.
Pacing:
Pacers must register as a pacer and get a pacer’s bib; It is probably best done at packet pickup, but can also be done any time up to your leg(s) - see the Race Directions at the Start/Finish area to register. You will be asked to sign a waiver and get a pacer's bib. No muling. No pacers for relay teams. Pacers allowed anytime after 50 miles. Only one pacer per runner at a time, but you may have different pacers on each of the last two 25-mile legs if you like.
Relay Rules:
Minimum distance for any runner is 20 miles. All runners will run multiples of 20 miles, no splitting up the out and back. No drop bags or pacers for relay runners. Relay members must make their runner exchange in the designated "Relay" area at the Start/Finish. Each relay runner must check in with race directors at the Start/Finish before they start their leg and need to have signed a waiver.
Additional Race Rules:
-All runners must wear assigned race numbers. It is the runner’s responsibility to ensure his/her race number is recorded at all aid stations when the runner checks in. If your race number is not recorded at an aid station, you may be disqualified for not completing the entire course.
-At no time may a runner ride in or on a vehicle of any kind. Violators will be disqualified. If you get off the course, you must return by foot to the point at which you left the trail.
-Please do not litter on the course. Violators will be subject to disqualification.
-If you drop out of the race, make sure that the aid station captain at an aid station is notified and give the AID STATION CAPTAIN the pull-tab off your race bib. Failure to do this could result in search and rescue, which will be at runner’s expense.
Places for Food, Gas, Drinks, Coffee:
Gritty’s Auburn
68 Main Street, Auburn, ME 04210
Phone: 207-376-2739
In 2005 Gritty’s opened on the banks of the Androscoggin River in Lewiston/Auburn. Our Auburn brew pub is a warm and welcoming space in the classic Gritty style; long tavern tables, copper bar top and traditional brick work. The spacious deck features the best riverfront views in town, and our glass-enclosed, storefront brewery brings the working of a true pub brewery right to Main Street. And of course, our kitchen serves up the finest in traditional pub fare. Gritty’s Auburn Brew Pub is a convenient stop on your way to four-season fun in Maine’s mountains and lake regions. We’re very proud to be a part of the revitalized waterfront in this historic community. Real Ale has returned to Central Maine!
Antigoni's Pizza:
792 Auburn Rd, Turner, ME 04282
Menu
Open Friday 11am - 10pm, Saturday 11am - 10pm, Sunday 11am - 9pm
B&A Variety:
1051 Auburn Rd, Turner, ME 04282
Gas, food, drinks, bathrooms
Menu
Open Friday 5:30am - 9pm, Saturday 6am - 8pm, Sunday 7:30am - 8pm
Hannaford Supermarket:
23 Snell Hill Rd, Turner, ME 04282
Open Friday 7am - 10pm, Saturday 7am - 10pm, Sunday 7am - 9pm
Nezinscot Farm:
www.nezinscotfarm.com/
284 Turner Center Rd, Turner, ME 04282
Gourmet Food Shop,Cafe, Bakery, a Fromagerie, a Charcuterie, and a Yarn & Fiber Studio
Open Friday 7am - 5pm, Saturday 7am - 5pm, Sunday 7am - 5pm
Jimmy's:
1093 Upper St, Turner, ME 04282
Gas, food (excellent homemade breakfast sandwiches), snacks, drinks, bathrooms
Terry & Maxine's Restaurant:
32 Auburn Rd, Turner, ME 04082
terryandmaxines.com
Post-Race Party and Awards:
Martin Stream Campground
1 Martin Stream Rd., Turner, ME 04282
Brunch at the campground! We will be getting a count of vegetarian and vegan orders at the pre-race meeting.
**If you already buckled at a previous Riverlands and would prefer a finisher hoodie this year instead of a buckle, let us know your hoodie size (see the store page for details) and we'll make sure we have enough on hand.
Awards:
All entrants will receive a Riverlands 100 & Relay t-shirt
Solo 100 milers
-All solo 100 milers finishing within the 32-hour cutoff will receive a kickass buckle (pictured on the home page of this website)
-Overall male and female winners of the solo 100 mile will receive a hand made wooden Adirondack Chair with the buckle design wood-burned into it
-The "Last Mule in the Barn" will receive a special award
-Solo 100 milers will be able to purchase a Riverlands 100 hoodie if desired
Relay
-All relay team members who finish within the 32-hour cutoff will receive a sweet, sweet Riverlands 100 finisher's hoodie
-The fastest relay team overall will win THE BEAST BOWL, the Stanley Cup of the relay. Each member of the winning relay team will have his/her name engraved on the bowl, claim the beer inside, and have bragging rights until next year's Riverlands 100 Relay. A picture of the winning team will be the background picture of the Beast Bowl's Facebook page. Follow the Beast Bowl's Facebook page to see where it might turn up during the course of the year!
-NEW THIS YEAR: The Fastest Leg of the relay will be awarded to a male and female runner
Things to do in Maine:
Check out this website for information about what to do in Maine!
The Portland area is a foodie and craft beer destination - check out this site for information about food and beer of all kinds
Safety and First Aid:
Each runner is responsible for their own actions. It is crucial that you are physically and mentally prepared for the stresses of the race. We will utilize the local EMS services in case of a medical emergency. Medical expenses incurred are the responsibility of the runner receiving medical assistance/services. The remoteness of the trail and the distance between trail/road crossings will result in a substantial amount of time before medical personnel arrive to provide assistance.
It is important for runners to recognize the potential physical and mental stresses that may evolve from participation in this race. These include, but are not limited to, extreme temperatures of heat and cold, hypothermia, dehydration, hyponatremia, renal failure, seizures, hypoglycemia, disorientation, total mental and physical exhaustion, etc. Each participant must continuously monitor himself/herself and understand their limitations. Remember that YOU, the runner, are responsible for your own well being during the race.
Weather in Maine:
The average temperature in Turner for May is 51.7℉ (11℃), with an average high of 63℉ (17℃) and average low of 40.5℉ (5℃). Please plan accordingly for possibly freezing temps overnight or above-average/humid temps during the day.
Sunrise/Sunset:
Saturday: May 10, 2025
civil twilight: 4:46am
sunrise: 5:19am
sunset: 7:55pm
civil twilight: 8:28pm
Sunday: May 11, 2025
civil twilight: 4:45am
sunrise: 5:18am
Volunteering:
If you would like to volunteer, please click to sign up here!