Medved Madness Trail Races

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April 11 & 12, 2026

Mendon Ponds Park | Stewart Lodge

This is not a race, not a retreat. It is an immersive trail running clinic built to help you move better, build durability, and train with intention.

The clinics include:

• Challenging movement

• Real conversations

• Practical takeaways

• Post run snacks

• Mid-day meal to enjoy with fellow trail runners

• Swag bags

Saturday | Women’s Clinic Day

8:00 AM to 1:30 PM

An instruction-forward day designed for women who want to understand their bodies and train with clarity.

The Experience

1-Hour Guided Educational Trail Run

• We will offer multiple groups, so every participant feels supported and appropriately challenged.

• Foundational Group – Designed for those who want to pause, ask questions, and break down trail mechanics. We will discuss footing, climbing and descending techniques, trail awareness, and stewardship. This group prioritizes learning over pace.

• Progression Group – For runners who want education woven into a more continuous effort; fewer stops and more opportunities to challenge the terrain.

Demo & Fit with HOKA

• Test the Challenger 8 and Speedgoat 7 with proper fitting provided by the team at Medved. Learn how footwear functions as a tool, not a trend.

Tendon Resilience & Performance Session with Dr. Mitch Long, Rove Chiropractic

• Why mileage alone does not create durability.

• How strength improves force control and running economy.

• Walk away with a simple, realistic strength progression you can start immediately.

Female-Specific Nutrition Education with Natalie Thompson, Certified Dietitian Nutritionist & Certified Lifestyle Medicine Coach

• Hormonal fluctuations across the menstrual cycle and perimenopause.

• Bone health considerations, iron deficiency, RED-S, and what to watch for.

• Fueling differences between easy days and hard efforts.

• Enjoy an athlete specific meal prepared by Natalie.

Sunday | Open Clinic Day

8:00 AM to 1:30 PM

Sunday delivers the same intentional experience for men and women who want to move smarter and train with purpose. Instead of a deep dive into nutrition, the afternoon shifts to gear-focused reviews and practical equipment guidance to help you make confident, informed choices for the trail.

The Experience

Guided Educational Trail Runs

• We will offer multiple groups, so every participant feels supported and appropriately challenged.

• Foundational Group – Designed for those who want to pause, ask questions, and break down trail mechanics. We will discuss footing, climbing and descending techniques, trail awareness, and stewardship. This group prioritizes learning over pace.

• Progression Group – For runners who want education woven into a more continuous effort; fewer stops and more opportunities to challenge the terrain with skill development led by Cole Crosby

Demo Run Education with HOKA

• Learn the difference between hybrid and trail specific shoes. Understand why the brand was born on dirt, not pavement.

• Demo the Challenger 8 and Speedgoat 7 with a proper size fit with the Medved staff.

Strength for Runners Who Aren’t into Strength Dr. Mitch Long, Rove Chiropractic

• Build durability without living in the gym.

• Understand stress versus capacity.

• Implement low-dose strategies to reduce flare-ups and stay consistent.

• Learn a simple, strength progression to implement immediately

Instinct Trail Inspired Gear Clinic & Lunch

• Hands-on discussion about Instinct hydration equipment that supports your goals.

• Enjoy a meal with fellow trail runners to kickback & refuel from the day’s activities.

What to Bring

• Running and weather-appropriate gear

• A change of clothes

• Yoga mat

• Your questions & an open mind

More about our Experts

• Natalie Thompson - Certified Dietitian Nutritionist & Certified Lifestyle Medicine Coach and accomplished trail runner.

• Natalie is a Nutritionist and health coach who has taught Nutrition for over 15 years and who currently works as a Nutritionist/Health Coach for UR Mechanic Employee Wellness. "As a health and wellness coach I aim to support others in their pursuit of a healthful lifestyle and healthy behaviors. I facilitate self-discovery and self-understanding to help people identify where in their life they feel ready and able to make changes for their health. I assist my clients in creating a vision for themselves, and manageable goals to help move them towards their ideal level of wellness. We troubleshoot obstacles and barriers as they arise, and we take time to acknowledge all the small wins along the way. My professional interests include work-based wellness culture, wearable technology for health and fitness, program development and program management, access to healthy food and healthy spaces to be active, food systems and food production."

• Find out more: Natalie Thompson

• Dr. Mitch Long - Founder of Rove Chiropractic and a former track and field athlete.

• He helps runners and active adults build strength so they can stay consistent and avoid setbacks. Mitch uses what he learned from competitive sport to help everyday athletes train with purpose and confidence. His goal is simple: help people build a body that can handle the miles and enjoy the long run.

• Find out more: Dr. Mitch Long

Run our Trails Series:

Run our Trails will be the the LAST Tuesday of every month (April - September) We will be reserving the rotating parks in Mendon Ponds Park for restroom access. The plan is to run the various trails around Mendon Ponds Park, each month will be a different trail with a slightly different distance as well.

When:

Race 1 - April 28 Hopkins Point

Race 2 - May 26 West Lodge

Race 3 - June 30 Canfieldwoods

Race 4 - July 28 Calvary House

Race 5 - August 25 Lookout Shelter

Race 6 - September 29 Hopkins Point

Where: Hopkins Point

Time: 6:15pm - Each Month

Cost: $100 - Series OR $25.00 per race

(Kids/Young adults under 18 years of age are $50.00 or $11.00 per race)

Distance:

April - 3ish Miles

May - 4ish Miles

June - 5ish Miles

July - 5ish Miles

August - 4ish Miles

September - 3ish Miles

Vibe: Low frills, everyone encouraging each other to do their best. Fast times, slow times... lets make some memories. People of all speeds and abilities are welcome and encouraged.

What you get: Officially timed race, live results, series leaderboard, a chance for prizes for each race. Each month you run you are entered into the series race page to see how your time stacks up throughout the entire series

Post Race:

Beer for 21+, soft drinks and water for all

Pizza for all

Results will be uploaded online following the race.

Parking: Various Lodges within Mendon Ponds Park

Bathrooms: Will be open within the Park

Series Runners SWAG: First 90 who Sign up will get a Run Our Trails shoe bag! Limited edition. Most likely will increase in value and will be worth millions on eBay in 10-15 years.

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grab a discount

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an RRC gift card! Your choice.

Packet Pickup: Packet Pickup for ALL RACES

Monday Prior to Race Day: 12-6 at Rochester Running Company

Tuesday DAY OF RACE: 11- 3 at Rochester Running Company (hard cut off at 3PM) and 5:30 - 6:00 PM at the course

Run our River: Sign Up

Join us on the SECOND Tuesday of every month for a 5K race along the river. The course will remain the same throughout the summer so you'll get the chance to compare your progress throughout the year.

Mendon Mauler Trail Run - 4 Miles or 8 Miles

Location: Stewart Lodge, Mendon Ponds Park

Enjoy the picturesque Mendon Ponds Park, complete with wonderful fauna filled trails, perfect inclines (gotta be positive about them) and a great way to spend a Friday Night!

Start Time: Friday, June 12, 2026 @ 6:00PM

Please note - All 8-milers must begin their 2nd lap by 7:15PM.

The course is a 4-mile-ish loop; therefore 8 milers do 2 loops. Trail shoes are highly recommended. As a true trail run, cross country spikes are not suggested.

It is highly suggested to carry your own fluids. There are no hydration stops on the 4-mile course, 8-mile participants can fill up at the end of loop 1. Being a CUP FREE EVENT please carry a reusable cup with you and don't just drink from the spout. It can be the surface of the sun hot & humid.

By registering for this event, you are acknowledging that the date, time, location, and distance of the race may be changed, switched to virtual, or canceled at any time as deemed necessary by the Race Directors due to circumstances beyond their control. In the event that any of these scenarios happens or any other, there will be no refunds, transfers, or deferrals allowed unless otherwise stated.

Join us on June 20th, 2026 and celebrate the 34th Anniversary of the Rhulen Rock Hill Run & Ramble (R4). This 5k is an iconic local race and one of the longest standing in the Hudson Valley.

We moved down the hill to Holiday Mountain Ski Area in 2023, where we have a new USTAF Certified 5K Course. It is scenic and fast!

The 5K is hosted by The Trevor Loughlin Foundation, which is inspired to make a difference in the lives of patients battling acute, catastrophic illnesses and all blood cancers. The battle to cure leukemia became a personal one for Race Director Suzy Loughlin and her family, when in 1998, her father, Walter Rhulen, died of leukemia. Walter, a dedicated runner, was committed to the health of his community.

In 2013, another tragedy resulted in the death of Suzy’s son Trevor, 21. The Trevor Loughlin Foundation is fueled by the force of a parent who wants her child to be remembered, along with the patients we have lost. Thanks to the generosity of many friends, family, volunteers, sponsors and donors who support Suzy and the TLF mission, grants are awarded to patients to provide financial help for living/medical expenses at a time when they need to focus on getting well.

Thank you for signing up for the R4 and being part of our TLF family. Thank you for choosing to matter.

Start times

• The 24-Hour race starts at 7 AM on Saturday.

• The 12-Hour race starts at 7 PM on Saturday.

• The 12-Hour relay race starts at 7 PM on Saturday.

Finish

• Finish closes for all races at 7 AM on Sunday for all races.

The racecourse

• Here is the course map on MapMyRun.

• The race course is a 1 mile, mostly paved loop with about 150 yards of fairly smooth wide trail surface - no ankle twisters!

• The first half of the course goes gradually downhill.

• The second half of the loop goes gradually uphill.

Overview for 12/24-hour races

• Run as many laps/miles as you can in 12/24 hours.

• One Lap is about 1 mile long.

• There is no minimum required amount of time to be on the course, nor will you DNF (did not finish) if you do not run the entire 12 hours. One complete Lap of the course qualifies you for an official finish. You can run as long or as short as you want, depending on your personal goals.

• Walking, stopping to rest, and even napping is allowed.

Overview for 12-hour overnight Relay

Not ready to go in circles for 12/24 hours yet? No problem! There is a 12-hour relay option available.

• Each relay team must have at least two but no more than four team members. Each relay team gets a BIB attached to the BIB belt before the start. The BIB belt serves as the relay baton.

• It's up to each team to decide the order, length of the distance, or time for each team member. There is no minimum distance or time requirement per team member, and there are no rules for the rotation within the relay team. The team can start with only two team members during the first 6 hours and let the other two members rotate during the last 6 hours of the race. If desired, teams are allowed to pass the BIB belt after every Lap or every hour or else.

• The team captain registers the team, and members are added to the team for free. User coupon code 'relay' when registering your relay team or when joining the relay team

Aid Station

• The course will feature one fully stocked aid station with great ultra fare throughout the run. Also, it will be easy to self-support - bring your own cooler, tent, chair, and/or other supplies and set up your personal aid station that you can visit every Lap.

Personalized BIB Option

• For $10 extra, race participants can put any personalized message on the bib - as long as it is PG rated in every language.

• A personalized Message can be your first name, last name, pets name, the cause you want to promote, or anything else.

• For longer messages, a smaller font size may be used to fit the message on the bib.

• There is no separate scoring division for personalized bib message holders. All 12-hour participants get scored together, and all 24-hour participants get scored together as well.

• The registration for personalized bibs ends about a month before the race.

Other

• Please join the CandleLight Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/Candlelight12/ where you can pose questions to other race participants.

• Race Presented by The Greater Rochester Running Club (GRRC). Become a GRRC member and receive a $10 discount when signing up for the race. This discount does not apply to the Relay race.