R4 Rhulen Rock Hill Run And Ramble
Place
Holiday Mountain Ski Area, NY US 12701
Description
Join us on June 14th, 2025 and celebrate the 33rd Anniversary of the Rhulen Rock Hill Run & Ramble (R4). This 5k is an iconic local race and one of the longest standing in the Hudson Valley.
Last year, we moved down the hill to Holiday Mountain Ski Area, where we have a new USTAF Certified 5K Course. It is scenic and fast!
The 5K is hosted by The Trevor Loughlin Foundation, which is inspired to make a difference in the lives of patients battling acute, catastrophic illnesses and all blood cancers. The battle to cure leukemia became a personal one for Race Director Suzy Loughlin and her family, when in 1998, her father, Walter Rhulen, died of leukemia. Walter, a dedicated runner, was committed to the health of his community.
In 2013, another tragedy resulted in the death of Suzy’s son Trevor, 21. The Trevor Loughlin Foundation is fueled by the force of a parent who wants her child to be remembered, along with the patients we have lost. Thanks to the generosity of many friends, family, volunteers, sponsors and donors who support Suzy and the TLF mission, grants are awarded to patients to provide financial help for living/medical expenses at a time when they need to focus on getting well.
Thank you for signing up for the R4 and being part of our TLF family. Thank you for choosing to matter.
Event Information
EVENT (4 CHOICES):
1) Live Timed Event (includes T Shirt):
- Now until April 30th: $32.80 Adult ($30.00 plus processing fee of $2.80); $16.90 ($15.00 + $1.90 processing fee) Age 10 and Under Processing fees will be calculated in cart. Laws require listing of maximum fee per item. (Register by May 1st to guarantee 33rd Anniversary Shirt in your size).
- May 1st - June 14th (7:00 PM): Prices rise by $5.00 plus processing fees. On line registration closes June 14th- 7:00 PM
- Race Day registration opens June 15th, 7 AM-9 AM; $40.00 Adult plus processing fees; $25.00 Age 10 and Under plus processing fees.
- It pays to register early!
2) Virtual Event - No Shirt- Participate from Anywhere
- Virtual Registration - No T Shirt - $16.90 ($15.00 + $1.90 processing fee) (Register until June 14th.) Processing fees apply.
3) Virtual Event - With Shirt (Mailed to You) - Participate from Anywhere
- Virtual Registration-With T Shirt (Includes Mailing in USA) $38.10 ($35.00 plus processing fee of $3.10) (Register by May 16th to guarantee 33rd Anniversary Shirt). (When registering, you will be asked during the process whether you want a shirt- it won't be on the initial screen.) Processing fees apply.
4) Just Want the Shirt - I'll Pick it Up
- Register until June 13th. $27.50 ($25.00 + $2.50 processing fee).
- By selecting this option, you can pick up your event shirt on race day at the registration table.
- The shirt will not be mailed. If you want it mailed, select the Virtual 5K Option.
- You will not be registered to walk or run.
- You can enjoy the refreshments along with all other participants.
- We added this option because many people just want to show support and get a shirt. By choosing this option, we save money on timing, bibs, chips, etc.
COUPON CODES FOR SPONSORS/DONORS- COMPLIMENTARY REGISTRATION
- If you are a sponsor or donor, and have contributed $250 or more, you will have received COUPON CODE(S) to use when registering. If you don't have the COUPON CODE, contact suzy@rockhillrun.com
- You will be asked for the COUPON CODE on the very last screen of the registration process when payment information is requested. The COUPONS apply to race fees only.
- If you would like to be a donor, you can still do so during the registration process. Any amount is appreciated! With a donation fo $250 your entry fee will be waived.
- Thanks for your support!
EARLY RACE PACKET PICK UP: Race Packets can be picked up on Thursday 4-7 PM or on Race Day Morning (7:00 - 8:45 AM).
TIMING:
- Gun Start - Chip Finish for Overall Awards.
- Chip to Chip timing for Age Group Awards.
- Must be part of the start when the gun goes off to be eligible for awards.
- Participants will receive their race results at the finish line.
AWARDS:
- OVERALL 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male/Female. $300- 1st Place; $200- 2nd Place; $100- 3rd Place
- MASTERS OVERAL AGE 45+- 1st Place Male, 1st Place Female- $150
- Awards- 5 year age groups; Presented at Live Awards Ceremony- @11 AM.
- AGE GROUPS: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74; 75-79, 80 - 84; 85+
- Overall Winners are removed from age groups.
- Must be part of the official start- when the gun goes off- to be eligible for awards.
- Fastest Firefighter (Must be an official member of the Healthiest Fire Department Challenge)
- Awards cannot be picked up before awards ceremony. If you have to leave before, arrangements will be made to get it to you.
USTAF Certified Course. See map below and on www.rockhillrun.com.
COURSE:
- Race starts at the base of the lodge at Holiday Mt. Ski Area, follows Holiday Mt. Road until it intersects with Edwards Road. Follow Edwards Rd just over a mile (along side the beautiful Neversink River). Turn around and come back.
- We know an out-and-back course may not be your favorite, but this one is special for three reasons: 1) It has NO TURNS other than the half way point; 2) It is flat; and 3) it follows along a scenic river. (The alternative would have been a course with really steep hills in every direction and you probably wouldn't come back next year!) Come set your PR!
- Runners and Ramblers- please stay on the right side of the road so everyone, no matter which direction they are going, has un-obstructed course. Please also cheer them on as you will see them coming at you.
PARKING: We have a parking plan for 2025 that we hope will minimize traffic back-up upon arrival. That said, please arrive no later than 8:30 AM. There are two parking areas-- one at the base of the South Lodge and one just outside the entrance gate to Holiday Mt. You will need to allow 7-10 minutes to walk to the South Lodge from the outer parking lot. If you can stay parked until all runners have crossed the finish line (@1 hour) that would be great. We want to minimize any safety concerns for the runners and walkers who are making their way back to the finish line, just before the South Lodge. If you can't, we will have an exit lane this year on Holiday Mt. Road.
DOGS: We love our four legged friends, but for liability reasons they are NOT permitted on course, at the start or finish line, or anywhere at the race venue location. If you want your dog to join you in the R4, please select the virtual registration option. Thank you for your understanding.
MORE INFO: www.rockhillrun.com
Who We Help
Proceeds are donated to the Trevor Loughlin foundation, which issues grants to individuals battling blood cancer and other acute catastrophic illnesses; the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to help find a cure for blood cancer; DKMS Delete Blood Cancer to help patients locate bone marrow donors; and local charities that support patient journeys, including Garnet Catskills Foundation, United Way of Sullivan County (serving as fiscal agent for some of our patient beneficiaries). We are grateful to Holiday Mountain for allowing us to stage the R4 at this amazing venue, and so appreciate the support of their employees and volunteers. This year we add the Holiday Mountain Foundation, a 501(c)3 (formerly named Holiday Mt. Ski Club) as a beneficiary in support of their mission to serve underprivileged children throughout the region by bringing them into the life-changing world of outdoor sports, at no cost for equipment, lessons or transportation.
Since 1993, we have donated over $1,600,000 to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Trevor Loughlin Foundation, American Heart Association, and local charities. Since 2013, the Trevor Loughlin Foundation has issued 141 patient grants to help with the financial challenges that accompany a catastrophic illness, like blood, brain, bladder, breast, colon, lung, and rectal cancer, to name a few. We’ve also added 760 heroes to the international bone marrow bank.
Raffles
The R4 is known for its awesome prizes. Raffles can be purchased during registration (processing fees apply) or on our website (no processing fees) https://www.rockhillrun.com/store/p/r4-raffle-entry They can also be purchased on race day at the race site.
- 1 1 for $5.30 or 7 for $21.20 (includes processing fee if purchased during on-line registration)
- Ticket stubs will be emailed to you prior to race day. Hard copies can be picked up on race day.
We are working on gathering great raffle prizes for the 2025 event. So far: Sting- Mohegan Sun Concert Tickets, Bethel Woods Season Passes, Apple $500 card, Amazon $500 card, Golf Packages, Resort World Hotel Stay & Golf Package; Holiday Mt. Season Ski Pass, Restaurant Certificates, Car Washes, Regional Theater Tickets and so much more to come.
Thanks for your support. All Raffle proceeds benefit the Trevor Loughlin foundation.
Thank you for choosing to matter!
Visit www.rockhillrun.com/raffles for winners!!
Bone Marrow Drive
BONE MARROW DRIVE:
The R4 Race Committee was inspired to hold a Bone Marrow Drive for the first time in 2008 when we learned a young man from Monticello, Jared Carlew, was in need of a donor. Jared, a brave 21 year old, stood before the R4 family of runners, walkers and volunteers, and told us all how important it was that we all become donors. We reported later that year, with great sadness, that Jared passed away. He never had the transplant. Jared’s death has not been in vain. Since the day he addressed us all, the R4 has added over 760 names to the international bone marrow donor bank.
Every day, thousands are looking for a match. You may be the hero that will save a life.
If you are between 18 and 55, please stop by the Bone Marrow Tent and learn more about becoming a bone marrow donor. You could be the next hero that saves a life.
For more information visit www.dkms.org.
Brittany Beckmann Bakery
This pop-up bakery originated at the R4 in memory of Brittany Beckmann who lost her life to blood cancer. Each year, members of Brittany's family and volunteers prepare delicious baked goods available for purchase. They are 'paying kindness forward' to the R4, which provided a grant to Brittany. Please bring some extra money with you (credit card/venmo/paypal also accepted) and take these delectable treats home to your family for Father's Day. All funds raised benefit Trevor Loughlin Foundation.
Healthiest Fire Department Challenge
If you are a firefighter in Sullivan County participating in the Healthiest Fire Department Challenge, please so indicate when registering. (You will be asked.)
- Each Fire Department will earn TWO points toward the challenge when five or more active members participate.
- To earn an extra point, 50% of your department's active member count must participate.
- Departments who participate in the R4 will be entered into a special raffle for a grant in the amount of $500 grant from the Trevor Loughlin Foundation.
- Additionally, special recognition (and bragging rights) will be awarded to the first Healthiest Fire Department member to cross the finish line. CONGRATULATIONS to the Rock Hill Fire Department 2024 Grant Recipient and to Owen Bassett, Winner of the 2024 (and 2023) Fastest Firefighter Award.
- Department members participating in the Healthiest Fire Department Challenge receive a discount when registering. To receive your department's discount code, contact your Challenge Captain.
- Teams are not competing based on time.
R4 Sponsors Rock!
Please support these community-minded sponsors and donors, as you make your buying decisions. We couldn't accomplish any of what we do without them.
Date and Time
Saturday Jun 14, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT
Sat June 14, 2025
9AM
Location
Holiday Mountain Ski Area, NY US 12701
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