
From the Organizer
DetermiNation is the American Cancer Society’s event endurance program, spanning a variety of sports including cycling, running, hiking, yoga, and more. The collective efforts of the dedicated athletes who use their fortitude to help raise funds to take down cancer are nothing short of amazing. When you join DetermiNation, you’re not just participating in an endurance event. You’re pushing yourself to help save lives from cancer. Just like hard work goes into your event training, the American Cancer Society gives it our all through things like breakthrough research, patient programs and services, and a free 24/7 cancer helpline. Together, we’ll tackle every course, rally every community, and stay absolutely relentless in the fight against cancer.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
74°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Catoctin Mtn Park, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
Elevation
1,656 ft
Nearest Airport
HGR
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field · 12 mi
Major Hub
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 52 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Climb to End Cancer - Historic Fort Ritchie presented by: WellAve Dermatology, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
103
Days to train
Coming Up
Strokes, Spokes and Strides
6 miles away
Firecracker 5K & Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run
6 miles away
Run for the Pie 10K
11 miles away
Jack Roberts Memorial 5K
13 miles away
From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Climb to End Cancer - Historic Fort Ritchie presented by: WellAve Dermatology
Sep 19, 2026