_The 2022 Hudson Valley Triathlon Club Summer Tri Series #2:

Wilson Endurance Sports announcement re: Hudson Valley Triathlon Club (HVTC) Summer Tri Series.  January 23, 2021

We are extremely disappointed to pass along the following information.

We have received emails from New York State Parks and Recreation and confirmed with phone calls to the management of Kenneth L. Wilson State Park in Mt. Tremper that the State has already made the decision to deny any permits for events within their parks in 2021 due to the corona virus. 

We of course will be deferring all registrants to 2022 automatically.

The encouraging news is that we were able to hold 9 events of our scheduled 22 in 2020 and feel that with the protocols we have implemented we will be allowed to proceed again this year at various local venues.

Our race season begins in May and we will closely monitor the pandemic situation and, along with the local municipalities, make decisions on a race by race basis moving forward.  As other races are given the go-ahead by local authorities you will be able to transfer your paid registration to another Wilson Endurance Sports event if you so desire.  

For the complete list of our events please click on the link HERE

Although this decision is completely out of our control our main concern has been, and will remain, the health and safety of our participants, the communities and the volunteers surrounding our events. 

Please know that we are deeply saddened to not be able to, once again, celebrate the 20th year of this great club and enjoy the camaraderie and racing  that has been such a highlight for 19 years strong.  We wish you well; please stay safe and if there has ever been a time or reason to continue training to keep your body and mind fit and focused it is now!  If we can do anything to assist you during this time please feel free to reach out to us at the contact information below.  

Best wishes,

Coach Mark Wilson-Race Director

914-466-9214 or [email protected]

Tonia Wilson-Race Administrator

716-353-1288 or [email protected]

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Welcome to the 20th year of the Hudson Valley Triathlon Club and it’s Summer Tri Series.  Join us for this Sprint Triathlon we think you will find challenging and a whole lot of fun!  Great for individuals and relay teams of all levels.  Held in the gorgeous setting of the Kenneth L. Wilson State Park near Woodstock, NY.  Two hours north of NYC and one hour south of Albany.

Unfortunately we were forced to cancel our 20th year due to Covid-19 and the closing of New York State Parks. We remain hopeful and confident that our 20th season, now in our 21st year, will happen in 2021; if Covid restrictions force us to cancel, all registered participants will automatically be deferred to 2022 or able to transfer to another event that is able to be held.

Hudson Valley Triathlon Club (HVTC) Summer Tri Series

400m swim, 12 mile bike and 2 mile run.  USAT sanctioned

Paratriathletes are welcomed!   AquaBike option offered to individuals only, not relay teams.

Race just one of this four-race series or all four.  Points are earned at every race and the Champion down to place #5, male/female, are honored at the end of the season.

SWIM COURSE: 

A quick 400m triangular course swim in the mountain stream filled lake. On shore start. Wet suit legal. Certified lifeguard kayak support.

BIKE COURSE: 

It’s hilly, really fun and a great challenge for every level rider.  

The twelve mile course is all right hand turns. 

Out of the Park turn right onto Wittenberg Road,
Right turn onto Coldbrook Road,
Right turn onto Route 28,
Right turn onto Route 212,
Right turn into Wilson State Park

SAG vehicle on course.  Course is NOT closed to traffic.

RUN COURSE: 

The bumpy two mile run is held entirely within the State Park. 

Stocked aid station in transition and at the turn-around point with Hammer Nutrition products and water.

The race can be entered as a relay team of 2 or 3 members; each completing 1-2 of the event legs.

PARKING:

If you are not a New York State Empire Pass holder, there is a $6 fee to enter the park.  Parking is abundant and within the race site.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Wednesday - 2021; June 16, July 14, August 11 & September 8

               - 3:00pm - 5:30pm -  Check-in & transition open

               - 5:30pm -  Pre-race meeting mandatory at the water front 

               - 5:45pm -  Race start    

Due to Covid protocols, there will be NO race day registration.  This is a USAT sanctioned event and all participants must be a current member or purchase one-day event coverage at registration.  $15 for adults, $10 for 17-Under.         

DIVISIONS & AWARDS:

Triathlon - Top 3 Overall Male and Female; M/F 5 year age groups 19&U - 80+
Paratriathletes - Top 3 Overall Male and Female
AquaBike - Top 3 Overall Male and Female
Relay Teams - Top 3 Overall

Individualized certificates will be emailed to each winner in each category above.

POST RACE:

Race Give-A-Way

Beer Zone supplied by Southern Tier Brewing Company (must be 21 years of age)

Food provided by Wilson Endurance Sports.  (Will depend where we are with Covid on what is offered.)

RULES:

Race is held Rain or Shine.  

Only registered participants allowed on the course.  No dogs!

**Please note that with assuming Covid restrictions will be in place for 2021 - there will be NO race day registration.  Protocols will be outlined in an updated Athlete Guide that will be published closer to race day.

There is NO refund for this event. However, with ADVANCE notice, you may defer to another Wilson Endurance Sports event or next years race. You must speak with Tonia Wilson directly via email at [email protected] or 716-353-1288.

Any questions on the course or race please contact Race Director, Mark H. Wilson, via email [email protected] or 914-466-9214.

Wilson Endurance Sports strives to bring you a fun, challenging event in beautiful settings all around New York State and one in Connecticut.  We host a full calendar that can be viewed on the Races & Events page of our website at www.CoachMarkWilson.com   Athlete centered, grass-roots racing is what we are all about.

Volunteers are always needed and appreciated!

A big Thank You to our event sponsors: Hammer Nutrition, Southern Tier Brewing Company, Doctor Hoy's, SBR Sports, INC., Paul Sutton Photography

Hudson Valley Triathlon Club race routes:
Bike: https://www.strava.com/routes/305020
Run: https://www.strava.com/routes/12361773

IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the address for Kenneth L. Wilson State Park in a GPS, it takes you to the wrong location; instead, please follow these directions.  Also note that there is very limited cell service in this area.  

From Thruway Exit 19 at Kingston - take first right turn off traffic circle to Route 28, proceed approximately 21 miles west on Rte. 28 to Mt. Tremper, turn right on to Rte. 212, 1/2 mile to 4-way intersection. Turn right again on Wittenberg Road (County Rte. 40). The campsite is approximately 4 miles on the right side.

Alternate Route: Route 28, west turn right at Rte. 375, to Rte. 212, turn left off Rte. 212 at Bear's Cafe on to Rte. 45, turn right onto County Rte. 40. Campground is on the left side of road.