THE 43RD ANNUAL RITTNER RUN

Monday, August 17, 2026

Every August, friends of the Fred Rittner Pemi Campership Fund come together to remember Fred, celebrate his enduring legacy and raise funds that help children experience a summer at Camp Pemigewassett.

The Rittner Run is a 75-mile relay from Fryeburg, Maine, to the Camp Pemi soccer pitch in Wentworth, New Hampshire. The scenic and challenging route follows the Kancamagus Highway through Lincoln, over the shoulder of Mount Moosilauke and through Warren before returning to camp.

Participants may run as much or as little of the route as they wish. Walkers and cyclists are also welcome. Whether you complete one section or many, everyone contributes to the same goal: carrying Fred’s spirit forward and helping more children attend camp.

Run Together. Remember Fred. Grow the Fund.

The Fred Rittner Pemi Campership Fund was established in 1983 in memory of long-time Pemi camper, counselor and soccer coach Fred Rittner, who died of cancer at age 23.

Through 2026, the Fund has granted more than 325 camp scholarships to children from the United States and around the world. These scholarships help make the Pemi community more accessible and diverse while giving dozens of campers each summer an experience that might otherwise be beyond their reach.

Help Us Welcome 100 New Donors

Our goal this year is to welcome at least 100 new donors and continue building the Fund for future generations.

Anyone who has not contributed during the past three years is considered a new donor. Every contribution matters, and no gift is too small.

Donate to the Rittner Fund

2026 Run Details

Course:
A 75-mile relay from Fryeburg, Maine, to Wentworth, New Hampshire, finishing at the Camp Pemi soccer pitch.

Run, walk or cycle as much or as little of the route as you wish.

Schedule and Logistics

  • Sunday, August 16: Arrive at Camp Pemigewassett during the afternoon. An evening meal will be served. Please bring your own bedding.
  • Monday, August 17: Transportation from Pemi to Fryeburg will be provided. We leave camp at 6:00 a.m. for the start of the relay.
  • The route: Participants travel relay-style from Fryeburg to Wentworth along the 75-mile course. Run, walk or cycle according to your own ability and comfort level.
  • Monday evening: Return to the Camp Pemi soccer pitch by approximately 6:00 p.m. Libations, a banquet and a celebration will follow the Run.
  • Monday night: Lodging will be provided at Pemi. Please bring your own bedding.
  • Tuesday, August 18: Depart Camp Pemi in the morning.

A minimum contribution of $50 is requested from attendees to help offset event expenses and support the Fund.

Join Us for the Run

Please RSVP no later than Friday, August 14, 2026.

Email Peter@RittnerFund.org and include the number of people attending so that we can plan accordingly.

We hope to see you at Camp Pemi. If you cannot attend the Run, you can still make a meaningful difference by supporting the Fund with a donation.

Make a Gift

Donate by Mail

Anyone unable to attend but wishing to support the Fund may send a tax-deductible gift to:

The Fred Rittner Pemi Campership Fund
c/o Bob Zock
98 Birch Hill Road
Warner, NH 03278