This fall families are invited to Waterville Valley Resort to experience a little friendly competition while enjoying the colors of the season. Waterville Valley Resort is hosting their Inaugural Fall Foliage Foot Race on Sunday, October 12 in partnership with Jacob's Bridge Through Autism. The race includes a 1.6K Family Fun Run, followed by the 5K Foot Race. Race day registration and check-in begins at 9 a.m. at Packard's Field (adjacent to the Golden Eagle Lodge). Packard's Field will also be the start/finish for both events. Race day timing will be coordinated by Yankee Timing.

The 1.6K Family Fun Run begins at 10 a.m., followed by a 10:30 a.m. start for the 5k Main Event.

Registrations post-marked by September 26, 2008 will receive the pre-registration rate of $15. Registrations postmarked after September 26 & race-day registrations will cost $20. Additionally, $5 from every registration will go directly to Jacob's Bridge Through Autism.

For race registration forms and up-to-the-minute details, visit http://www.watervillevalley.org/wvnh_fall_foliage_footrace.html, or call at (603) 236-4695.

Waterville Valley Resort is hosting many events that will provide families an opportunity to spend quality time together in a location that encourages the exploration of nature, fosters creativity, and welcomes curiosity.

Waterville Valley was designed and planned specifically as a self-contained, four seasons resort. Today in addition to its world-class ski area, Waterville Valley Resort has award-winning tennis courts, golf, hiking, biking, lodging, cultural activities and summer theater, an indoor ice rink, boating, a skate park, and a host of outdoor activities. Dining options include traditional favorites and elegant dining. For more information, call 1-800-GO-VALLEY or visit http://www.visitwatervillevalley.com.