The 11th Annual Rock the Quarry Triathlon and Mile Swim scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026 at the beautiful Fidler Pond Park located in Goshen, Indiana. Formerly a rock quarry, the pond will be open to the public for this sprint triathlon and mile swim, which is the only day of the year people are permitted to swim in the quarry. The quarry’s pristine water make this event a special destination swim experience!
Sprint Triathlon- This competitive but shorter sprint-distance race is great for both veteran and novice athletes.
500 Yard Swim: If you are comfortable swimming in open water, you will absolutely love this rare opportunity to swim in a quarry nestled in a picturesque setting. The course is a triangular counter-clockwise course beginning and ending at the same point.
15.8-Mile Bike: This is a flat, out-and-back course with both right and left turns. The first section extends through an industrial park and then into the country to Millersburg and back.
5K Run: This course is two laps (3.1 miles) on the flat aggregate track that encircles Fidler Pond. While on the course runners are able to see the rest of the field, and there are plenty of great spots for spectators to cheer.
Mile Swim Event- If you like to swim in open water, you will absolutely love this opportunity to swim in thispristine quarry. The deep, clean, clear water makes for quite the swim experience! The Mile Swim Event will be set up in a counter-clockwise course, tracing the perimeter of the pond. Swimmers will be chip-timed, and timing will end upon crossing a timing mat placed on land at water’s edge of the swim exit
Date: August 10, 2024
Adult and Team Race
Adult Race: 8:30 a.m.
USAT Sanctioned
400 Meter Swim
11 mile Bike
5K Run
Team Race - teams of 2 or 3
Adult Duathlon
Adult Race: 8:30 a.m.
USAT Sanctioned
1600 Meter Run
11 mile Bike
5K Run
Amenities
Shirts - must be registered by July 21st midnight
Chef prepared meal: grilled chicken, salads, pastas and desserts
Beer Garden
Massage Therapy
Fitness Vendors
Live Band
Party by the Lake
PARTICIPANTS MUST PRE-REGISTER. THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE FOR ANY OF THE EVENTS.
No refunds on registrations.
Individual Race Fee: $70.00 by midnight, July 21st - shirt guaranteed
$80.00 from July 22nd - August 6th 8:00am ET - no shirt guaranteed
Team Race Fee: $115.00 by midnight, July 21st - shirt guaranteed
$130.00 from July 22nd - August 6th 8:00am ET - no shirt guaranteed
Adult Triathlon Race Awards
Awards to top 3 in age category (5 year increments)
Duathlon Race Awards
The top 5 males and top 5 females will receive an award.
Kids Race
Kids Race: 10:15 a.m.
Ages 5 - 7
50 meter swim, 1 mile bike, 1/2 mile run
Ages 8 - 10
75 meter swim, 1 mile bike, 1 mile run
Ages 11 - 12
75 meter swim, 1 mile bike, 1 mile run
Register by August 6th, 8:00am ET - $20.00
*Bike course is on grass
*Kids may wear life jackets
Kids Triathlon Amenities
T-shirts to all participants
Medals to all participants presented by area football players
Chef Prepared Lunch
Appleseeds Cross Country is a competitive cross country racing team. Our team is open to kids going into Kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. We compete in several meets throughout the course of the season, which are outlined below. Appleseeds welcomes kids from all schools in the area as well as kids who are homeschooled.
We have 3 age groups: elementary school, middle school, and high school. Elementary athletes will race 1 mile, middle schoolers will race 3k, and high schoolers will race 5k.
The race schedules will differ between age groups. Please make sure you register for the appropriate level based on your child's age. The grades are denoted in parentheses next to the name of the level.
We will practice Monday and Wednesday evenings beginning August 10th through September 30th.
Feel free to reach out to Club Director, Lynn Marbach, with any questions at [email protected].
Practice Schedule:
Monday and Wednesdays, 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Race Schedules:
Elementary Races:
September 4th: Eel River Otter Classic
September 17th: Hickory Center Husky Hustle
September 25th: Fort4Fitness Kid's Race
September 29th: Cadet Mile
October 3rd: Archer Invite in Antwerp Ohio
Middle School Races:
September 5th: Manchester Invitational
September 12th: Wildcat Classic at Indiana Wesleyan University
September 15th: Blackhawk Christian Middle School Invite
September 19th: South Adams Invite
September 26th: New Haven Invitational at Huntington University
October 3rd: Archer Invite in Antwerp Ohio
High School Races:
September 5th: Manchester Invitational
September 12th: Wildcat Classic at Indiana Wesleyan University
September 19th: South Adams Small School Invite
September 26th: New Haven Invitational at Huntington University
October 3rd: Archer Invite in Antwerp Ohio
Benefits:
Guidance from our experienced coaches
Two practices a week
Asics team singlet and shorts
Appleseeds t-shirt
Special discount on running shoes
Entries for all races
Appleseeds Cross Country practices take place at Franke Park near the McMillen Family Pavilion located at 1750 Goshen Rd., Fort Wayne, IN 46808.
An amazingly scenic greenway race! The race starts in Kreager Park park, winds is way along the Maumee river before the return trip along the same path. You'll love the novelty of the distance and the beauty of the path. We have added a shorter and unique 7K distance. This is race #3 and the final race in the Epic Summer Series.
Run / Walkers will have 3 hours to complete the course.
Originating in 1987, the objective was to encourage participation in a healthy activity while promoting the Van Buren Popcorn Festival. The Kernel 5K has experienced increased attendance since the first event. The Van Buren Popcorn Festival Committee who volunteer to conduct the event appreciate your involvement and look forward to seeing you again this year!
Location
Starting line is located on Indiana State Road 5 in front of the Van Buren Library.
The Course
The course is well marked and the surface is flat and paved. We ensure your safety with traffic control and water stations. The finish line is in front of the Popcorn Festival Grandstand where there will be fruit and drinks available to all participants.
Event Time Line
Saturday, August 8, 2026
7:30 am - Registration
8:30 am - 5K Run/Walk
This is event #8 in the Race the Region Racing Series. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE RACE THE REGION SERIES.
6:15 - 5K Run Starts
6:20 - 1 Mile Dog Walk Starts
7:15 - Awards
NEW FOR THIS YEAR - WE WILL BE HOSTING THE RACE IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE POP-UP BIERGARTEN. AFTER THE RACE, STAY AND ENJOY A CRAFT BEER AND SOME LIVE MUSIC
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER ONLINE. ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL REMAIN OPEN ON RACE DAY UNTIL 6:10 PM.
Pre-Race Packet Pick Up will be available Tuesday August 5th and Wednesday, August 6th from 10AM-6PM, and Thursday, August 7th from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Extra Mile Fitness Company, 3400 Calumet Ave. , Valparaiso, Indiana 46383.
Onsite packet pick up will be available on race day beginning at 5PM
Race starts at 6:15PM Participants must start before 6:20PM. Anyone starting after 6:20PM will be assigned a the gun time for their start and will be subject to disqualification.
"BECAUSE YOUR TRAINING DESERVES A GREAT RACING EXPERIENCE” race features include:
Custom Finishers Award
Timing mats at the Starting Line and Chip Timing for Finish Results
Live results via text and email messaging
All turns will have directional signs
No processing fee for online signup
Race Premium sizes are guaranteed to those registered by July 20th.
Overall and Age Group Awards may be claimed within 14 days following the event at The Extra Mile Fitness Co., 3400 Calumet, Valparaiso, IN 46383. After 14 days all unclaimed awards will be donated or recycled. Participants that do not pick up their race shirt on or before race day are not guaranteed a shirt.
CREATE LASTING MEMORIES WITH YOUR FAMILY.
Muddy Kids is 2 and 3 mile adventure event series for families and kids ages 5–15, with fun and challenging obstacles, mud, and entertainment for the whole family.
Muddy Kids is the perfect event to reconnect, strengthen relationships, have fun, get active, get muddy, and bond as a family!
Muddy Kids is not just about getting dirty, it’s also about challenging yourself, having fun, and working as a team with your family. So gather up your family and friends, put on your mud-friendly clothing and shoes, and get ready to take on the Muddy Kids Family Obstacle Mud Run. We can’t wait to see you there!
What's included:
10-15 Obstacles
Headband
Bracelet
Tattoo
Finisher Medal
Digital Photos
Warm Up
Hydration Points
Rinse Off Station
Ton of Mud
Event details and schedule
The venue opens one hour before our first batch. We advise that you arrive 45 minutes before your start time, so you have plenty of time to go through registration before we call you to the start pen for warm up 5 minutes before you start on your selected batch time.
Spectators are welcome for FREE, please note kids must be accompanied by an adult/legal guardian. There will be an event village where they can cheer you and your kids on at the start and finish line.
We have a Bag Drop ($5 on the day) where you can leave your stuff until you have completed the course.
A minimum of 1 Adult and 1 Kid need to register. A maximum of 4 Kids can register per 1 Adult. Additional Adult and Kid tickets can be purchased separately.
The minimum age for a Kids entry is 5 years young – but please, parents/legal guardians, kids (up to 13 years old) must be accompanied by a registered, participating adult. Event waivers must be signed by a parent or legal guardian of all Kids under the age of 18. No waiver, no run, no exceptions.
Join us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MuddykidsUSA
The Subaru CASA Cycling Challenge is an extreme cycling event that allows individuals and teams to test their endurance over a 24-hour period while raising funds for children in need. The event is the largest annual fundraising event for CASAs for Kids Fund, which supports court-appointed volunteers and facilitates opportunities for abused or neglected children in Tippecanoe County.
Questions? Email our board at [email protected]
ABOUT THIS EVENT:
Hampton Aquatics proudly presents the 99th Goguac Lake Swim which will take place at Goguac Lake (Willard Beach). Participants will swim 1.15 miles in open water, with times being recorded for overall and age bracket winners. Proceeds from the event will go towards sponsorships for adaptive swimming.
LOCATION:
Goguac Lake: Capital Avenue SW at George “B”
Place Willard Beach, Battle Creek, MI US 49015
RACE TIMES:
Packet Pickup - 6:45 am to 7:45 am @ Willard Beach
200 Yd Short Course - 8:00 am (Only for kids 16 years and under)
1.15 Mile - 8:30 am
750 M - 8:30 am
REGISTRATION:
Early registration: By July 21, 2026 (shirt guaranteed)
Online registration closes August 7, 2026 (11:59 pm)
Late/Same Day Registrations will be allowed. $5.00 INCREASE PRICING FOR EACH
COST:
1.15 Mile Swim: $45
750M Swim: $35
200 Yard Short Course: $25
TEE SHIRTS:
To be guaranteed a T-Shirt, participants must register by July 21st (11:59 pm).
About Our Race
The National Blueberry Festival 5k Run and Walk is proudly presented by We Care Community Resource Center and Naturipe Farms. Proceeds from this event will support the National Blueberry Festival and We Care Community Resource Center. The National Blueberry Festival 5k is designed with the racers in mind. We have configured the course to be as straight as possible while still offering scenic views of Lake Michigan, the Black River, and beautiful downtown South Haven. We invite you to join us on Saturday, August 9th!
New This Year - Virtual 5k
Virtual 5k participants can register for this event through race day. Shipping of your packet is included. Once you have finished your Virtual 5k, you can then record your time using the link sent in your confirmation email. Virtual participants will receive a t-shirt and finisher medal. Packets will be mailed out on August 11, 2025.
Age Groups & Awards
5k Run Medals: Medals will be given to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in the following age groups: 10 & Under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80 & over
5k Run Trophies: Trophies for the 5k Run will be given to the Top Overall Male and Female, Top Masters (50+) Male and Female
5k Walk Medals: Medals will be given to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in the following age groups: 30 & under, 31-50, 51-60, 61-70, 71-79, & over 80
Packet Pickup
Friday, August 8th, 12pm - 6:30pm at the We Care Community Resource Center office located at 1301 M-43 Highway, Suite 2B, South Haven, MI 49090
Saturday, August 9th, 6:30am - 7:45am at the corner of Kalamazoo and Eagle Street (near the starting line).
Please note that in order for the race committee to plan for this year's race, registration must take place online prior to the race. We are not offering race day registration this year and we will not be accepting paper applications for the race.
A Note About our T-Shirts
We know our race participants LOVE our moisture-wicking shirts and we're happy to be able to offer them again this year. Please note that the shirts are unisex and because they are moisture-wicking, they have a tendency to run a little large. Only those who are registered as of Friday, August 1st will be guaranteed a shirt.
Strollers and Pets
Strollers are allowed in the run and walk; however, we ask that you start toward the back of the group and be aware of participants around you. For the safety of all participants, pets are NOT allowed in the in-person 5k run or walk.
Gear Check
Do you need someplace to store your car keys, wallet, or other personal items while you are racing? If so, a gear check station will be located at the registration area on race day for your convenience! You can check your gear and personal items prior to the race using your bib number for identification. Gear check pick-up will be located next to the refreshments at the finish line.
Join us for a fun, foam-filled 5K event supporting a great cause! The For the One Bubble Run is more than just a race—it's a way to make a difference in the lives of the youth in our community. It's for the one Youth who doesn’t feel like they’re good enough. For the one youth who just needs a friend. For the one family simply trying to make it through hard times. MAV Youth Mentoring’s goal is to reach and impact each "one" with hope, connection, and support.