These River Rats Go the Distance

If you spot a group of smiling runners along the river path, you are likely encountering the River Rats Running Club.

Formed 7 years ago, the club welcomes novice and experienced runners from the Delaware River region—from Lambertville/New Hope to Riegelsville and beyond. Founded by William Semon and run by a dedicated Board of Directors, the club also recently achieved official nonprofit status to promote and support safe and organized physical fitness in the region.

Members pay $35.00 in annual dues. Alongside regular meetups on Thursday evenings, Saturday and Sunday mornings, members participate in races together; recently more than 25 members raced together at the Quadzilla 15k Trail Race at Trexler Nature Preserve.

Frenchtown residents interested in joining the club can contact riverratsrc@gmail.com.

The River Rats are hosting the inaugural Mischief on the River 5k presented by Spanner Tree & Shrub Care, Inc. race on October 11 with proceeds benefiting River Rats Athletics. Registration for the race is open to all runners and can be found at www.riverratsrc.com/motr5k.