Bird-in-Hand Half Marathon
Race Day Weather
Warm start, headwind challenges
Runners will face temperatures rising from 69°F to 73°F, with high humidity at 77%. A steady headwind at 20 mph will likely impact pacing, so adjusting strategy early is essential. Hydration should be prioritized, and runners are advised to start conservatively to manage the heat and wind conditions.
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Race Info
The Bird-in-Hand Half Marathon takes runners through the Amish farmland of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, starting and finishing near North Ronks Road in Bird-in-Hand. The single-loop, USATF-certified course rolls through open countryside past horse-drawn buggies and a stretch known locally as "The Valley of No Wires." Hand-in-Hand Fire Company, the local volunteer fire department, has organized the race every September since 2011, and proceeds support the fire company.
