Dairy Discovery 5K & Fun Run

Run or walk as many 1.52 mile loops (yes loops)** as you wish! This is an active produce farm you will be running around! There will be hills, grass, dirt, mild ruts, some trail through the woods, and maybe even a little mud depending on the weather leading up to the event! You will be greeted by the resident golden retrievers and the many barn cats that are loved by their owners and cared for in the past by Colony Caregivers! There will be hand crafted medals for all and prizes for top performers!

Timing will be provided by HourGlass Works. There will be an aid station stocked with the usual fare and you are encouraged to bring your own aid and a comfy chair to set up along the course. Portapotties will be on site.

Fish's Farm Market will have their greenhouses open and it will likely be strawberry season so plan accordingly! Their berries are the best!

AND RAFFLES RAFFLES RAFFLES! Bring cash or use Venmo to try your luck at winning some amazing prizes!

Proceeds benefit Colony Caregivers. Colony Caregivers provides care for feral and colony cats in and around Ontario County. Many of the kitties at Fish's have been the result of unwanted mama-cats to be that get dropped off at their farm in the night and Colony Caregivers has helped provide spay/neuter and healthcare services to them and their babies so they can lead healthy lives!

Looks like it's time to lace up! Here are the quick details for the 5th Annual RJ VanDeMortel 5K:

When: Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Where: Perkins Park (311 Washington St, Newark,

Cost: $32.80 (includes fees) for both in-person and virtual options.

Perks: Register by May 30, 2026, to snag a free cotton t-shirt.

Cause: Proceeds support the RJ VanDeMortel Newark High School Scholarship Fund.

The event is untimed and family-friendly, so feel free to bring the kids and the dog!

This website also supports a donation only option. Donations of any amount are welcome and appreciated.

Registration starts at 9:00am. Run/walk begins at 10:00am.

There will be raffles and 50/50 tickets. Drawings immediately after the race.

Do you like loopy fun with runny friends where you get to see reindeer on every loop? Yes? Then Sleigh Me Ultras is for YOU! This event takes place at the Shortsville Reindeer Farm and features a one mile loop on foot friendly grass/trail terrain with very little elevation. There are some roots but nothing to climb over. You choose how many miles you want to "rack" up. There will be a fully stocked aid station located in the barn, pizzas at noon, and you are welcome to set up your own station with whatever else you may need. Yes, there really are reindeer! There's chickens too, and honey bees, and maple trees, and a dog named Clancy! Bring your friends and family!

The 48 Hour option starts Friday evening. All other races, you can choose to start at the top of any hour over the weekend! We mark loops by hand. We will mark your start/finish times on the board! Results get loaded on runsignup in spreadsheet format so you can verify your results!

Proceeds from Sleigh Me Ultras benefit ROCovery Fitness! https://www.rocoveryfitness.org/about.html

Check out the Shortsville Reindeer Farm here! https://www.shortsvillereindeer.com/

Short and sweet FAQ's

Q: What will be at the aid station? A: chips, pretzels, candy, cheese quesadillas, pb&j, pickles, cookies, ramen, coffee, hot water, electrolyte drink (gatorade or skratch), and more! Personal pizzas at lunchtime on Saturday. Pasta or Taco bar on Sunday. I have an electric griddle and a big blackstone grill you are welcome to use as well.

Q: Can I set up my own aid station? A: YES! There's plenty of room to set up a tent and your own aid right along the course.

Q: What if the weather is yucky? A: There is a wonderful barn that we can camp under as needed.

Q: Can I access my car? A: YES! Your car will be right along the course within view.

Q: Can I bring celebratory alcohol? A: This isn't an alcohol free event but the proceeds from this supports ROCovery so I request that you don't promote it.

Q: Can I bring my dog? A: No

Q: Is there electricity to charge my devices? A: YES!

Q: Is there a shower? A: No. There is a hose with potable water if you don't mind cleaning up in front of everyone.

Q: Is there professional timing? A: No. We will mark our own loops and myself and others will try to ensure you don't miss any marking. Results are loaded to runsignup in spreadsheet format for verification if you need it.

Q: Can I really start anytime? A: YES! You may start any race at the top of any hour. We will mark your start time on the board.

Q: What time can I show up on Friday? A: Please don't show up before 2:00. If 48 Hour participants need more time, please email me to request and we will work it out but know that I will be busy preparing for you.

Got more questions? Ask away! I'm here for you!

Martha

Bound for the Hounds 6 Hour Ultra is being held to raise funds to support our local dog park! Runners and walkers will have 6 hours to complete as many 2.3 mile out-and-backs of the Manchester Gateway Trail as they choose. The trail is made of packed cinder and pavement (similar to the canal path) and has gentle rollers that seem to grow as the day goes on. *Your canine companions are welcome as long as they are well-behaved on a leash at all times!

*The race director reserves the right to ask a dog's human to remove their dog from the event if any issues arise.