Founded in 1978, the club is incorporated as a not for profit organization in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and is based in the Greater Springfield, Massachusetts, area. The Harriers have several hundred active members, male and female, of all ages and abilities.
Membership is open to all upon the payment of annual dues.
The Big Fourth 5K The Peach Tree Classic and other events. The club also assists in the timing and race management of non-Harriers races. The Harriers endeavor to field competitive teams at various regional and national championships in open, masters and youth divisions. For instance, the Fast Feet Track Club is the separate youth division of the Harriers which competes regularly in the Junior Olympics and conducts organized practices. An annual awards banquet is held each year, as well as an annual meeting in January at which the membership elects a board of directors.