Run the Rails Sponsorship

Whether you’re racing for a personal best or strolling with friends, the Waubonsee Foundation Trail Run is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and connect with the Waubonsee community—all while raising much-needed funds for student scholarships!

Hosted on a mixed-terrain trail on Waubonsee’s beautiful Sugar Grove Campus and the Gilman Trail, the Trail Run is a can’t-miss event for the whole family. All participants will receive a swag bag that includes an event t-shirt, a food truck voucher, and fun giveaways from our generous sponsors. After the race, stick around for treats from Tasty T's, Santiago's Tacos, and Foxy's Ice Cream.

When you participate in the Waubonsee Foundation Trail Run, you’re doing more than logging miles: Every step you take supports scholarships that ease financial barriers and help students stay focused on their education and future goals.

Grab your friends and family, enjoy a great day outdoors, and be part of an event that truly makes a difference.

Event Details

Date: Saturday May 30, 2026

Start Time: 9:00 AM

Location: Waubonsee Community College, Sugar Grove Campus

Waubonsee Student and Alumni Discounts

Enter coupon code WCCStudent or WCCAlumni for $5 off your entry fee.

Packet Pickup

Curbside Pickup (recommended): Waubonsee Field House, Thursday, May 28, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Race-Day Pickup: Red Welcome Tent, 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM

Timing & Awards

This is a chip-timed race with live results. Prizes will be given to the fastest female and fastest male runners in both the 5K and 10K categories. All finishers will receive a finisher's medal.

Sponsorships

Interested in helping more students—and showing community members that you care? Visit our Trail Run Sponsorships page to learn more.

The Elgin Valley Fox Trot 10 Mile and 5K races will take place in Elgin on May 31, 2026. This will be the 49th consecutive Elgin Valley Fox Trot which makes it one of the longest running and most popular running events in the region. The event will include a 10-Mile and 5K race with both featuring scenic USATF certified courses. New for 2026 will be a 2K Fun Walk.

There will also be a great postrace party which includes the awards presentation, an expo by our sponsors, music, dancing, free beer for all drinking age runners, great treats for the kids, and food trucks for the spectators and runners. Everyone will want to stick around after the race and join in the fun.”

The races will benefit ten area non-profits whose members will be on hand as volunteers providing a fun, safe race for all participants.

CASA is hosting its 5th annual Color Run event on June 6, 2026! Bring your family and friends to this fun, family-friendly event at Sycamore Middle School (no pets, please). Walk, jog or sprint - anything is fine so long as you have fun! There will be a post-race celebration with music, snacks and water. All proceeds from the event support CASA DeKalb County's advocacy of children from DeKalb County who have experienced abuse and neglect.

Registration fee is $30 for ages 13+ and includes a t-shirt and color packet and $20 for ages 5-12 and includes a t-shirt and color packet. Children 4 and under are free but should still be registered. An add-on t-shirt can be purchased (size youth small) for children 4 and under for $10 each.

Register online through June 6 at 7:45 am. In-person race-day registration opens at 7:00 am and closes at 7:45 am. T-shirts are not guaranteed for anyone registered after May 25.

Packet pickup is at 308 W State St, Sycamore, IL 60178 on June 5 from 3-6 pm. Please use the Somonauk Street entrance. Packet pickup also available on June 6 from 7:00-7:45 am at Sycamore Middle School.

6th Annual

HICKORY KNOLLS

5K & 10K TRAIL RUN

and 10K RELAY

The second installment of the 2026Dick Pond Athletics Darn Tough Trail Race Series is the 6th annual HICKORY KNOLLS Trail Run & Relay on Sunday, June 7.

Come out and run the grass and dirt trails over an approximate 3-mile loop course through a beautiful and diverse natural area. The first portion of the approximate 5K loop is relatively flat, while a couple of hills await in the latter portion of the loop. The route is very well marked, and the trail is primarily wide-track (allowing for easy passing or running alongside a friend) on dirt, gravel and grass.

You can participate in either the individual runner 5k (one loop) or 10k (two loops) distance or create a 2-person team for the 10k relay(each team member does the 5K loop once). All race distances are approximate.

The Hickory Knolls Trail Run is the second of four events in the 2026 Dick Pond Athletics Darn Tough Trail Race Series.

This event is sponsored by Dick Pond Athletics, Brooks Running, and Pollyanna Brewing & Distilling. Proceeds from this event benefit the St Charles Park Foundation.

Sponsored by

In cooperation with the St. Charles Park District

Proceeds from the race will benefit

Walk. Run. Celebrate. Save Lives.

Join A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter for Makin' Strides for Strays — a fun, dog-friendly 5K and family festival at beautiful Phillips Park. Whether you’re running, walking, or just enjoying the day with friends (and pups!), every step supports life-saving care for animals in need.

Since 1989, A.D.O.P.T. has placed over 30,000 animals into loving homes. Our dedicated staff and volunteers provide not only life-saving care, but also the compassion, enrichment, and respect every animal deserves.

Every dollar raised matters. Every dollar raised ensures A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter has the resources to care for and protect every animal that comes through our doors. Please consider giving what you can by donating, registering, or helping raise funds.

A.D.O.P.T. volunteers with shelter dog

Our volunteers and staff make Makin’ Strides for Strays possible 💙

What to Expect

🌿 Scenic Course: Enjoy a 3.1-mile walk/run around scenic Mastodon Lake.

🎪 Family Festival: After the race, stick around for a lively family festival: music, vendors, dog contests, games, and activities for all ages (pups included!).

🐾 Team Spirit: Team up with friends (or Fido) and conquer the 3.1 miles together.

🎶 Post-Race Party: Celebrate your achievement with live music, food and beverages, and plenty of high fives.

Registration includes:

Strides t-shirt, A.D.O.P.T. bandana (for pets in attendance), swag bag, and festival admission (while supplies last).

There is no fee to attend the fest, but donations are encouraged!

Unable to Attend?

That’s okay! Walk or run in your own neighborhood on June 7th, or stay home and gather donations to support A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter.

Pricing & Packet Pick-Up

5K Day-of Registration: $45

Race packet pick-up will take place Friday, 6/5, noon–7 p.m. and 8:30 on race day.

(Friday pick-up at A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter.)

Fundraise to Make an Even Bigger Impact 🐾

$50 → Love Knows No Breed A.D.O.P.T. Sticker

$100 → Love Knows No Breed A.D.O.P.T. Foldable Tote

$250 → A.D.O.P.T. Adventure Leash

$500 → Love Knows No Breed Notepad PLUS 🎨 Paw-casso Experience

Create a one-of-a-kind abstract artwork alongside a shelter dog or cat during a guided enrichment session. Take home a meaningful keepsake while supporting animal wellbeing.

$1,000 → Above items PLUS choose 1 Premium Experience

📸 Pet Photo Session: Professional photo session with you and your pet. Includes a private digital gallery with downloadable images.

🐾 Choose Their Day: Help design a special enrichment day for a shelter animal with treats, toys, activities, and guided interaction. Receive photos from the experience.

📣 Fundraiser Promotion Toolkit

Ready to share your fundraiser? We’ve created graphics you can download and post on social media or include in emails to help boost donations.

• Facebook Graphic (Square): Download Here

• Banner Image (Websites): Download Here

• Instagram Graphic (1080 x 1350): Download Here

• Facebook Graphic (Square Post): Download Here

Simply download the image, upload it to your post, and include your personal fundraiser link. The more you share, the more lives you help save. 💙

5K Awards

First place awards to the top Male and Female finishers!

Medals will be awarded to the 1st & 2nd Male & Female 5K participants in these categories:

9 & under, 10–14, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, 70 & over.