Smile Like Jack 5k/10k/Fun Run

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Get Off the Couch Adventure Day

June 7, 2026 | Norbrook Farm Brewery | Colebrook, CT

Join us for the Get Off the Couch Foundation’s Annual Adventure Day at Norbrook Farm Brewery — a day of outdoor activity, community, and impact.

Inspired by the adventurous spirit of Chris Del Sole, the Get Off the Couch Foundation helps children experience the confidence, joy, and lifelong benefits that come from getting outside and getting active.

Participants can choose their own adventure before gathering for a relaxed afternoon celebration at the brewery.

Activities may include*:

• Mountain biking

• Trail running

• Hiking or walking

• Kids outdoor activities

Afterward, everyone comes together for great food, drinks, music, and community while celebrating the difference we’re making together.

Funds raised support programs that help children access outdoor opportunities such as mountain bike camps, learn-to-ride programs, learn-to-ski and snowboard packages, and adaptive outdoor experiences.

Come ride, hike, run, walk — or simply join us to support the mission.

Let’s get off the couch and make a difference.

*additional activities may be added

2026 Hogsback Half Marathon Information:

Start Time: 8:30 a.m. on September 26, 2025.

Amenities:

• Rural course on lightly travelled country roads along the Farmington River;

• Amazing race shirts;

• 6 aid stations -- all stations have fluids two will also be stocked with gels;

• Great post-race food;

• Custom finisher medals;

• Electronic bib tag timing;

• Awards for overall and 5-year age groups.

• Fun raffle prizes.

Course: Fast USATF certified course with a 100 foot net elevation decrease. You'll run on country roads through the towns of Riverton, Pleasant Valley, Hartland and Colebrook, Connecticut.

Awards: Top 3 overall male and female runners and 3 deep in 5 year age divisions (18 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 +) for male, female and non-binary.

Proceeds: All proceeds from the race benefit Running for Rescues. Running for Rescues is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of shelter animals. Running for Rescues supports small, grassroots organizations on the front lines - people pulling animals out of shelters before they are put to sleep. The cost associated with their efforts can be staggering! Running for Rescues funds shots, spay/neuter, transport, boarding, or food while the animal is being fostered and gives animals the opportunity to find a forever home.

Event details and schedule

Packet pickup begins at 7 a.m. on race day (September 26, 2026).

General Start at 8:30 a.m.

Post-Race Celebration Begins at 10:00 a.m.

Awards Ceremony & Raffles at 11:00 a.m.

No race day registration.

The Race starts and ends at the Bethany Lutheran Bretheran Church, whose members have once again generously offered us use their space for this event.

Race Day

• 7:30 AM Race Day Registration and Packet Pick Up

• 9:00 AM 5K Run

REGISTRATION

PRE-REGISTRATION:

Individuals: $25 until 7/31, $30 until 8/1, $35 on Race Day

T-Shirts guaranteed if registered by September 24th, 2026 (Must be present to receive)

Awards

Top Male and Female Finishers

The top three in the following age groups: 12 and under, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+.