October 19, 1986 — Slatington native Bruce Kemmerer captures his third Switchback Scamper title as he completes the 6.2-mile course in a time of 30:02.5, well over a minute ahead of runner-up Steve Gasper of Hazleton. Kemmerer, residing in northern New Jersey, also won the race in 1982 and 1983. Former Jim Thorpe resident Ken Rolek takes third during the 16th annual event, which draws a record number of participants - 414. In the 13-and-under category, Tamaqua’s Chris Truskey (boys) and Abigail Fekner (girls) earn first-place honors. Palmerton’s Ken Sanders gains the top spot in the men’s 25-29 age group.