2026 MITA Milers

The time has come to join the 2026 MITA Milers, who will be running in the Maine Community Bank Maine Marathon on Sunday, October 4 in Portland to fundraise in support of MITA’s mission of promoting responsible recreation and volunteer stewardship on Maine’s wild islands. Run the full marathon, the half, or join our relay team! If you have yet to register for the Maine Marathon, we can help you navigate the process once you have joined the MITA Milers.

This year, the team will be led by 25x marathoner, 2x Olympic Marathon Team Trials qualifier, and professional running coach Amanda Allen Nurse (@amandarunsboston on Instagram). Amanda will offer group coaching to our entire MITA Milers team, and will be out there herself representing MITA on race day.

Signups for the MITA Milers open on Friday, April 24, which is just over 23 weeks ahead of the Maine Marathon. If you’re new to running or maybe a little rusty, then sign up before May 1 to get access to a special four-week base-building program from Amanda.

As an EARLY SIGN UP BONUS, the first three people to join the MITA Milers will also receive a one-on-one coaching call with Amanda to kick-off their race training, as well as a special swag bag from Amanda to help get in gear!

This year’s fundraising minimum is just $300, so make your commitment today to enjoy these amazing team perks:

• A 16-week training program from professional running coach Amanda Allen Nurse, who will help you get race ready no matter what your ability level is. Amanda will check in on your training weekly, and host monthly Zoom calls with the team. Whether you’re a novice or multi-time marathoner, Amanda will work with you to get you running your best!

• A MITA Milers performance tee or singlet/tank top, courtesy of Adidas Running.

• Invitation to a special MITA Milers presentation from physical therapist Greg Knapton focused proper stretching and injury prevention for runners.

• Special fundraising incentives leading up to marathon day:

• • $300 — All of the MITA Milers benefits listed above.

• • $500 — All of the MITA Milers benefits listed above, plus a MITA-branded MiiR water bottle.

• • $750 — All of the MITA Milers benefits listed above, plus one bag of Maine Island Trail Blend coffee from Wicked Joe Organic Coffees and MITA-branded travel thermos.

More fundraising incentives to be announced!

Join the MITA Milers today and run for a purpose. Help us continue our . We look forward to having you as a part of the team!