Little Bennett Dawg Daze of Summer XC

MORE volunteers have been working hard to build trails and expand ride opportunities in Patuxent River State Park. We're excited to show off their work at the Patuxent Ride & Picnic on August 8!

This event is free for MORE members, volunteers, donors, and prospective members. Please to sign up to help us with a headcount. MORE will be providing burgers (veggie option available) and non-alcoholic beverages. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share and serving utensils.

!! Please bring your own reusable cups, plates, and utensils (we won't have disposables available) to help us minimize the waste we create at our events.

We'll be meeting at the Izaak Walton League and starting/ending our rides there.

26430 Mullinix Mill Rd. Mount Airy, MD 21771

REMINDERS FOR SIGN-UP

If you plan on joining any of the group rides, please sign up for those and no need to sign up under the Picnic category.

We could always use volunteers to help with setup and cleanup. If you are able to help out, please sign up under the Volunteer category in addition to your Group Ride.

SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

9:00 - Sign-in for rides opens

9:30 - Announcements, group photo, rides depart

12:00 - Lunch

3:00 - Picnic ends

Run the Vineyards race series comes to the prestigious Rocklands Farm Winery in Montgomery County.

Join us for a scenic 5K run through the vineyard and farm and finish with a relaxing after party at their historic property. Create new memories and traditions with friends and family while enjoying the outdoors, healthy exercise, and wine at the finish line!

Race Features:

• Scenic 5K Course with a variety of spectacular views

• Chip-timed with instant results. Race start time: 9:00 AM

• Awards for top Overall and Age Group Winners (3 Deep, Male and Female ages (Under 14, 15-19, 20-29, every 10 yr.)

• Well groomed cross country style course with a combination of hard packed dirt, gravel, and grass trails.

• Friendly volunteers and hydration stations

• Professionally well marked course

• Walkers and children are welcome to participate.1 Hour time limit kindly requested. Need to be registered and start on time at 9 AM behind the runners for safety of all participants.

After Party:

• Award Winning Wines available for drinking, tastings, and sales

• Complimentary drink ticket for a glass of wine for over 21

• Live Music performed until Noon

• Food Truck on-site all day for great food options

• Spacious indoor and outdoor seating areas to enjoy at Rocklands farm

Swag and Amenities:

• High-quality Custom Tech shirt in Women's, Men's/unisex, and Youth sizes. Option to upgrade to long-sleeves for $6 extra. *Please register by Oct. 11 to guarantee your first choice. Many extras ordered and are available while supplies last after Oct. 11.

• Souvenir Wine Glass with the Run the Vineyards logo

• Souvenir Finisher Medals optional for purchase for $8 during registration or $10 on race day (while supplies last)

• Free Race Photos and Parking

• Spectators welcome! Additional wine available for purchase.

Packet Pick-up on Race Morning from 8:30 - 9:30 AM at "Good Day for a Run" Tent. Race starts at 10:00AM so runners/walkers need to pick up their race packet by 9:30 AM please. Race announcements start at 9:45 AM.

Volunteers have fun and receive glass of wine & free future race! Visit "Volunteer" tab for details & sign up!