Summer Solstice 5K

The 5th annual Black River Trail (15K, 10K, 5K) promises to be a fun packed Saturday (May 2, 2026) with the running events held along the beautiful fully paved Black River Trail on the outskirts of Watertown, NY. Join us at the nearby Garland City Brewery (321 Howk St, Watertown, NY 13601) after the race.

Choose between the 5K, 10K or 15K Combo or put on your ruck vest and power through either the 5K or 10K.

Awards for Overall male/female, Masters overall male/female as well as age group winners. Ruck Division will require min of 20lb carry.

Once again, this year's Black River Trail event will benefit the Volunteer Transportation Center, a not for profit who's mission is to provide transportation to health, wellness and critical needs destinations utilizing volunteers and mobility management for anyone who has barriers to transportation. We love them as they do great and necessary work within the Greater Watertown community.

The Lake Monster 5k, 12K, and 1.5 mile walk begins at Chaumont's newest park, Veteran's Memorial Park at 12200 NYS Route 12E. (Next to Wise Guy's Restaurant)

Runners then make their way to Point Salubrious for a 5K out and back or 12K loop along the scenic Lake Ontario shoreline with views of Guffin, Sawmill and Chaumont Bay, as well as Cherry Island. A 1.5 mile walk will follow the same direction as the 5K and will also be out and back. Our Lake Monster logo was designed by a Lyme Central School student, Rosamond Hunt. The creature is A Great Blue Heron, Osprey and Northern Pike hybrid and represents the lush Great Lakes wildlife. Proceeds will benefit Lyme Parks and Recreation.

DATE: The timed road race and walk will start at 9 am on Sunday May 24th.

REGISTRATION FEE AND T-SHIRTS: Pre-registration includes a t-shirt until April 30th. After April 30th, registration will will not include a t-shirt. Limited t-shirts will be available for purchase on race day. 1.5 mile walk is not timed. All registrations, including day of will be online only. No paper or cash will be accepted.

ADDITIONAL RACE INFORMATION: There will be restroom facilities available, but no showers.

COURSE MAPS: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/18973480346?share_unique_id=2

*Prizes will be awarded to the top male and female finishers in both the 5k and 12K. The top male and female winner in the 12k will be awarded the lake monster trophy!

*See our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/lakemonster5k12k for all updates and changes.

The 1812 Challenge Weekend continues! Join us in celebrating over a decade of The Challenge with a new exciting race and two new challenges, and a weekend of fun for yourself, your group, or the whole family!

Choose from FOUR distances, with a 5K and 5 Mile race starting and ending at the Brewery on Saturday. Then join us on Sunday for the 18.12 Challenge and Half Marathon you know and love!

Looking for an extra challenge? Register to participate in the Patriot Challenge (5K and Half Marathon) or the Victory Challenge (5K + 18.12 Challenge) or the Liberty Challenge (5K + 5M) or the Freedom Challenge (5K + 5M + 18.12 (26.22 total, marathon-equivalent) ! Finishers of these challenges will receive an additional medal or pin to commemorate your achievement.

PACKET PICKUP FOR ALL RACES

Friday, June 26th

Location: Confluence Running North Country (1035 Arsenal St, Watertown)

10 am - 6 pm

Saturday, June 27th

Location: 1812 Brewing Company

11:30 - 3 pm (look for the Confluence Running Tent)

Sunday, June 28th

Location: Sackets Harbor Battlefield

6:30 - 7:30 am (look for the Confluence Tent)

5K Course Map

https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2612416?units=miles

Half Marathon Course

https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1930617?units=km

1812 Challenge Course

https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1947481?units=km

What better way to celebrate our nations birthday than with a run!

Picture it: running down the street on the morning of July 4th with dozens of other people all carrying an American flag!

The DENFIT1776 annual run is to honor and acknowledge the men and women who founded our nation, doing so with grit, determination, and perseverance. It is our American heritage to be able-bodied and demonstrate courage in the face of adversity.

Runners will have TWO event options to choose from and will start at 7:00am on July 4th: 1776 7.76mi, and 17.76mi Challenge. The course starts from Cape Vincent East End Park and is a scenic route through the village of Cape Vincent and along the river to Tibbetts Point Lighthouse - a very flat and fast 7.76mi bringing runners back to the start line. From there, 1776Challenge runners will start a second lap. All fitness levels are welcome and encouraged to participate. Run and walk at your own pace while enjoying the view of the river and our quaint village!

EVENT Options (be sure to read requirements below):

1776 7.76mi - a quick "out-and-back" lap while carrying an American flag of any size or dressing in red, white, and blue!

1776Challenge - 17.76mi (two laps) while carrying a 3x5 American flag on a pole the ENTIRE distance

REQUIREMENTS

All runners must provide an American flag and will be asked to display it as they run 7.76mi. It can be ANY size (such as a small cemetery flag...but the bigger the better). Stick a small flag in a pocket of a running vest; carry a small pole... whatever you choose, a flag must be on display.

For runners who take up the Challenge option and want to earn the coveted DENFIT CUSTOM SPEAR:

it must be a 3x5 flag on a pole and carried for the entire 17.76mi distance.

To guarantee your t-shirt sizing, register BEFORE 06/16/2026

This run is largely self-supported with one aid station located at the lighthouse turn around.

Course closes at 11am

Every participant receives a t-shirt and medal and will be provided light refreshments upon completing the course.

After the event, stick around for '4th of July Bike Parade', taking place also at Rec Park as the 1776 concludes. Watch as over a hundred kids carrying flags make their way through town on their bicycles!

Henderson Harbor Sprint Triathlon

Sprint Triathlon Team Triathlon

Aqua-Bike and Bike-Run

July 11h, 2026, 9am Start

Henderson Harbor Boat Launch Road

8165 County Route 178, Henderson Harbor NY 13651

Early Bird Pre-Reg Price: $75 Team: $50 each member

Early Bird Registrants are guaranteed shirt size

Event Race Shirt for the FIRST 150 Registrants

Price Changes May 11th, 2026, Sprint $85 Relay Teams $65 Per person

Price Changes July 1st, 2026, Sprint $95 Relay Teams $75 Per person

Registration closes July 10th at Midnight

Race Day Registration: $100 Teams: $85 Per Person

Event contact: Tim O'Donnell 803-524-3212

Awards: Top Overall top 3 Male and Female, Top 3 Age Group, Top 3 Overall Teams

Race Director: Tim O'Donnell Contact Email: hhtriathlon242@gmail.com