Trail to Tryon Archives - West New Bern

8 April

Trail to Tryon Holiday Half in New Bern, NC Unveils New Name and Logo

Jackie B2025-04-08T14:43:56-04:00April 8th, 2025|Media, Uncategorized|

Trail to Tryon Holiday Half in New Bern, NC Unveils New Name, Date and Multi-year Title Sponsor CARMEL, IN / ACCESS Newswire / April 7, 2025 The new Trail to Tryon logo, date and multi-year Weyerhaeuser sponsorship were unveiled on April 2. The Craven County TDA in New Bern, NC unveiled the new name, date and a multiyear Presenting Sponsorship for their end-of-the-year running event. The Trail to Tryon Holiday Half Presented by Weyerhaeuser offering a half marathon, 10K and 5K, will now take place on Saturday, December 6th through the scenic and historic downtown areas of New

4 February

Trail to Tryon raises $5k for veterans

Jackie B2025-02-04T15:40:07-05:00February 4th, 2025|Media|

By Caramia Valentin, The Sun Journal February 3, 2025 Representatives from the Craven County Tourism Development Authority, Tryon Palace and Weyerhaeuser presented a $5,000 check from the Trail to Tryon proceeds to the American Legion Post 539 in New Bern. The 2024 Trail to Tryon Race on Nov. 9 attracted around 460 participants who traveled through New Bern in a half marathon, 10K or 5K, said Seth Plank, a portfolio analyst for Weyerhaeuser. Since its inception in 2022, Weyerhaeuser has been the presenting sponsor for the race, along with many other sponsors. Melissa Riggle, executive director for the TDA, said

26 October

With Honor and Appreciation

Jackie B2023-10-31T17:00:03-04:00October 26th, 2023|Blog, Uncategorized|

New Bern has an amazing community of Veterans from all branches of service. We appreciate all that they have done for our country and our town. This Veterans Day, we have two special events to show our appreciation. The Inaugural Trail to Tryon in 2022 attracted walkers and runners from around the state and beyond. Race to the Finish Saturday, November 11 is the Second Annual Trail to Tryon, a foot race through New Bern’s historic downtown and riverfront. Participants have the choice of running or walking a 5K, 10K or half-marathon. In addition to the in-person events,

22 August

Fun Times Ahead

Jackie B2023-08-22T15:03:55-04:00August 22nd, 2023|Blog, Uncategorized|

September is a welcome breather from the hot weather, as the nights begin to cool. However, the fun continues to heat up! Here are three things to do to amp up your enjoyment. A Taste of Fun Two-legged and four-legged friends are invited to MumFeast. What began as a way to enjoy New Bern’s signature event, MumFest, during the pandemic, has become a date on the calendar to not miss. MumFeast is back for the fourth year, and it is set to be bigger and better than ever! From 6 to 11 p.m. on Friday, September 29, Downtown

20 January

Trail to Tryon Wraps Up Successful First Event

Jackie B2023-09-28T17:43:58-04:00January 20th, 2023|Media|

The Craven County's Tourism Development Authority's Sports and Events Committee's inaugural event was a success in more ways than one. New Bern Sun Journal By Trevor Dunnell, January 17, 2023 Not knowing how many participants would sign up for the first Trail to Tryon 5K, 10K and half marathon, the event ran away with success, raising $2,000 the local American Legion Post 539. The newly formed Craven County Tourism Development Authority’s Sports and Events Committee hosted Trail to Tryon Nov. 12-15 and was the committee’s inaugural event. The committee’s focus is to identify opportunities for sports-leisure events in

25 October

Amazing Grace for Veterans

Jackie B2022-10-25T14:43:16-04:00October 25th, 2022|Blog, Uncategorized|

November is always a spectacular time to experience the splendor of New Bern, and it offers a special time to recognize some of our most important residents... veterans. In recognition of the upcoming Veterans Day weekend, you have plenty of ways to show your appreciation of those who served our country. There are a variety of ways to show appreciation during Veterans Day Weekend and all year long. An Amazing Endeavor You can join the efforts to raise awareness of the alarming suicide rate of veterans, an average of 22 per day. The Third Annual March for the