November 10, Raven Rocks

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SUNDAY: RAVEN ROCKS RUN

On Sunday, November 10, at 9:00 am., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in Cross River, NY, when we run the Fifth Annual Raven Rocks Run. The race will start in the Meadow — same spot where the Leatherman’s Loop begins. But instead of heading down towards the river as the Loop does, the course climbs up to the highest points in the park, past the old fire tower, before heading back for a downhill and flat finish. New course this year means a new chance for a PR. We’ll do a course check starting PROMPTLY at 7:00 a.m.

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SATURDAY: LEWISBORO TOWN PARK

On Saturday, November 9, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Lewisboro Town Park, Upper Lot, ready to run a new course—the Town Park to Kimberly Multidistance Loop. This offers runners distances from 6 to 11 miles starting and finishing on the same trails. I won’t be running this Saturday so BYO maps. But if you miss this, don’t worry, we’ll be doing this on a Sunday soon.

Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett

Great running with this big group on Sunday. And a big happy 75th birthday to Tony Godino, without whose inspiration for starting the Leatherman’s Loop, this group of ours would not exist. Thanks Tony for everything.

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September 30, Sarah Bishop Bushwhack

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SUNDAY

On Sunday, September 30, at 9:00 a.m., get ready to race the 6th Annual Sarah Bishop Bushwhack—a challenging 10K (ish) trail race featuring the highest peak in Westchester, Bailey Mountain, and beautiful views of Lookout Point and Hemlock Lake. We’ve changed the course and eliminated the Hunt Lane road in favor of giving you more trails. Online registration closes at midnight on Thursday night but we will have same-day on-site registration. Race day registration will be $40 (exact change, please). Also aim to be in the park before 8:45 a.m. The road will be blocked at 9:00 a.m. for the start of the race so if you’re not there by then, well, you get the picture. If you’re looking to pre-run the course, arrive at 6:15 a.m. for a 6:30 a.m. start and make one last course check before the race. If you’re not signed up, register here ››

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SATURDAY

On Saturday, September 29, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Meadow Lot ready to run one of the Twisted Loops. These eight-mile loops weave through the park using trails that meander back and forth so you’ll want to make sure you bring a map with you. I recommend the green loop which will take you to the overlook but feel free to choose something else. Bring your own maps, though, since I’ll be setting up for Sarah Bishop while you’re running. Download the PDF ››

Meanwhile, enjoy the picture from the past run at Mianus River Park. What a beautiful day to be at this little gem.

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Hope to see you out there this weekend…or on Tuesday.
Lee Willett

April 22, Leatherman’s Loop

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On Sunday, April 22, I hope to see many of you at the 32nd Annual Leatherman’s Loop. For detailed instructions, visit LeathermansLoop.org. You can pick your bib and shirt up on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the WPA gallery across from the admission booth at the Reservation.

Also, the Sunday Run T-shirts are in and I’ll be distributing them on Saturday and Sunday. If you ordered one, see me. There may be a few extras but I won’t be sure until I’ve accounted for all of the shirts on order.

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On Saturday, April 21, at 6:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Meadow Lot and run the Meadow 8×4 loops. Similar to the Michigan 8×4, this is a series of 4-ish mile loops that give you the opportunity of returning to the lot as an aid station. Since Bear Mountain is only two weeks away, this will be your last chance for a long run. Running starts at 6:00 a.m. but you can come by and start whenever you want. Plus, pick up your bib and Loop shirt at the WPA gallery across from the admission booth at the Rez from 9:00 a.m. to noon.

Hope to see you out there this weekend.

Lee Willett

Meanwhile, enjoy the group pic from last week. I hear the Meadow to Michigan loop was fun and congratulations to all in the group who won pies for age group wins and thanks to Rob Cummings for working to make the event a lot of fun.

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November 13, Raven Rocks Run

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This Sunday, November 13, at 9:00 a.m., be ready for the 2nd Annual Raven Rocks Run—a 10(ish) kilometer race of challenging trails in Ward Pound Ridge Reservation full of great views, rocky climbs, ridgeline paths, meadows, ravines and the site of the former fire tower. Arrive at the meadow parking lot by 8:15 a.m. and visit RavenRocksRun.org for answers to any last-minute questions. Anyone interested in pre-running the course with me can arrive at 7:00 a.m. for a nice and easy course check. See the map here ››

Next week we’ll be off the reservation at Leonard Park in Mt. Kisco for the multi-park run of up to 13 miles. I need to make sure the path is clear so this is subject to change at the last minute if necessary.

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Beautiful fall run at Zofnass today. It was also a nice day at Mianus River Gorge, too. Hope to see you all next Sunday at the Raven Rocks Run.

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And thank you all for coming out last Friday for the night run. Seems like everyone enjoyed themselves.

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October 23, Muscoot Farm

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Sunday, October 23
This Sunday, October 23, at 9:30 a.m, meet at Muscoot Farm (http://goo.gl/maps/dTDiT) for  the Run the Farm 5 Mile Trail Race. This 5 mile course starts from the farm and follows the outlying trails around Muscoot. You can download a map of the five-mile course here.
8:30 a.m. Kids’ Race (7 to 12-year-olds)
8:45 a.m. Kids’ Race 2 (6 and under)
9:30 a.m. 5 Mile Race
For more information, visit RunTheFarm.org.

Next week we’ll be back at the Reservation for our course check of the Raven Rocks Run. You won’t want to miss that.

And Save the date Friday, November 4, for a night run. We’ll meet at the Michigan Road lean-to #5 at 7:00 p.m. for a 7:30 p.m. start. Bring a headlamp, a change of warm clothes, and some refreshments so you can, you know, rehydrate. Plan to spend some time around the campfire after the run.

I look forward to seeing you at the farm.

Great day for a run this past Sunday—glad you all agreed. See you next week at Muscoot for Run the Farm.

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And thanks to Peeter Muursepp, it’s never to early to think about running Bear Mountain in the spring! He contacted The North Face and they provided us with a discount code. Use LHARRIERS15 to receive 15{accc40b09832ee94a70b9d38053be2da501a998c4b43b97565b1c370fb270371} off of your entry fee at Bear Mountain. The races take place on May 13-14.

September 25, Sarah Bishop Bushwhack

Sunday, September 25, 9:00 a.m.
This Sunday, meet at Mountain Lakes Park (201 Hawley Road, North Salem, New York 10560), when we race the Sarah Bishop Bushwhack. All that training and those course checks come down to this—a 10k trail race featuring a challenging course that includes the highest peak in Westchester—Bailey Mountain—and beautiful views of Lookout Point and Hemlock Lake. The weather this weekend should be beautiful and the conditions on Sunday, ideal. Registration closes at midnight on Thursday night but as long as the race isn’t sold out, we will have same-day registration. Race day registration will be $40 and we ask that you have exact change. Also aim to be in the park before 8:45. The road will be blocked at 9:00 for the start of the race so if you’re not there by then, well, you get the picture.

And don’t forget to register for the upcoming fall races:
Run The Farm, Sunday, October 23
Raven Rocks Run, Sunday, November 13

Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett

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Great to see so many Leatherman Harriers at Where the Pavement Ends. Congratulations to all of the winners and to everyone who came out to have a good time.
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September 18, Where the Pavement Ends

Sunday, September 18, 8:00 a.m. Where the Pavement Ends is a fun and challenging trail race: fun for the everyday runner who can experience the beauty of these beautiful trails and challenging for the competitive trail runner who can match up against the best racers in the northeast. It’s 4-plus miles of sometimes narrow and hilly terrain. All of the muscles that never get any work from all of that road running will definitely be used on this course.  It is a great mix of fire road, singletrack, flats, hills, and one fast downhill section right towards the end. Meet at the Ridgebury School, South Shore Drive, Ridgefield, CT and be ready to run at 8:00 a.m. This is another in the Trail Mix Series of races. Sign up here ››

Next week we’ll be at Mountain Lakes Park for the Fourth Annual Sarah Bishop Bushwhack.

And don’t forget to register for the upcoming fall races:
Sarah Bishop Bushwhack, Sunday, September 25
Run The Farm, Sunday, October 23
Raven Rocks Run, Sunday, November 13

Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett

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Great turnout for the Sarah Bishop course check. Looks like you’re all ready for the race.
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May 22, A Mild Sprain

This Sunday, May 22, at 9:45 a.m., meet at Sprain Ridge Park, Yonkers, for the fifth annual A Mild Sprain—the second in the Trail Mix Series of races. Race director David Vogel always makes sure this is a fun and challenging 4.25 mile race so plan on attending. Check in starts at 8:30 so come early and hang out before the race. Race-day registration is available.

Also available and starting at 8:00 a.m. is The Running Goddess 5k at Lasdon Park. This is a multi-terrain race through the park and proceeds support women and girls in their pursuit of health and education.

Now, I know what you’re thinking…. Yes, it is possible to run both races—think of this as the cross county challenge (because to do it, you need to cross the county). Run The Running Goddess 5k, jump in your car and (obeying all local speed limits) make your way to Sprain Ridge Park. The travel time is 35 minutes so you should have just enough time. Running Goddess race director Bettina Sementilli will make sure the race starts on time so you should be able to run A Mild Sprain.

Saturday, May 21, 8:00 a.m.
Looking for a Saturday run? I suggest checking out Zofnass Preserve in Pound Ridge. We’ll be there in a couple of weeks so this is your chance to check it out first.

Hope to see you out there this weekend.

Lee Willett

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What an awesome day at Storm King last week. Thank you Nick and Tony for offering such a unique run. This was something special. Lots more photos here ››

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April 24, Leatherman’s Loop

See you all at the Leatherman’s Loop. For those who like to get organized ahead of time, we will have early bib & shirt pickup at the entrance to Ward Pound Ridge Reservation on Saturday April 23rd from 10am-12pm. We will be in the WPA Gallery across from the entrance booth. Come on over — it will make race day a bit less hectic for everyone!

And don’t forget to ARRIVE EARLY! Please plan to arrive at the park before 8:15 a.m. — or even earlier if you can swing it.

The Ioop site has lots of good information so head over to leathermansloop.org for complete details.

I look forward to seeing you at the race.

And thanks for coming out this past Sunday for a great run. With the warmer temps, it’s great to have some time to hang out after the run and talk. But also with the warm temps, check yourself over for ticks. They’re out.

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November 1, Meadow Parking Lot

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This Sunday, November 1, at 8:00 a.m., meet at the Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Meadow Lot when we run a course check of the Raven Rocks Run. This will be our only course check so if you’re planning on running the November 15 race, this will be your chance to check out the course which includes the new CB trail. Anyone interested in getting an early start can arrive at 7:00 a.m. for a few extra miles but remember to set your clocks back Saturday night. See the map here ››

And anyone interested in a Saturday run, I can’t think of a more appropriate place for a Halloween run than at Devil’s Den. Saturday, October 31, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Devil’s Den parking lot, 3 Pent Road, Weston, CT, and run a 6.4 mile perimeter loop including the Ambler Gorge loop, but bring your own maps because no one wants to get lost in Devil’s Den on Halloween. See the map here ››

I look forward to seeing you this weekend

Register for the race here:
Raven Rocks Run, Sunday, November 15

Lee Willett

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October 25, Muscoot Farm

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Sunday, October 25
This Sunday, October 26, at 9:30 a.m, meet at Muscoot Farm (http://goo.gl/maps/dTDiT) for  the Run the Farm 5 Mile Trail Race. This 5 mile course starts from the farm and follows the outlying trails around Muscoot. You can download a map of the five-mile course here.
8:30 a.m. Kids’ Race (7 to 12-year-olds)
8:45 a.m. Kids’ Race 2 (6 and under)
9:30 a.m. 5 Mile Race
For more information, visit RunTheFarm.org.

Next week we’ll be back at the Reservation for our course check of the Raven Rocks Run. You won’t want to miss that.

I look forward to seeing you at the farm.

Register for the runs here:
Run The Farm, Sunday, October 25
Raven Rocks Run, Sunday, November 15

Lee Willett

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September 27, Sarah Bishop Bushwhack

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Sunday, September 27, 9:15 a.m.
This Sunday, meet at Mountain Lakes Park (201 Hawley Road, North Salem, New York 10560), when we race the Sarah Bishop Bushwhack. All that training and those course checks come down to this—a 10k trail race featuring a challenging course that includes the highest peak in Westchester—Bailey Mountain—and beautiful views of Lookout Point and Hemlock Lake. The weather this weekend should be beautiful and the conditions on Sunday, ideal. Registration closes at midnight on Thursday night but we’ll hold a few places open if you want register on-site. Race day registration will be $45 and we ask that you have exact change. Also aim to be in the park by 8:45. The road will be blocked at 9:00 for the start of the race so if you’re not there by then, well, you get the picture.

Saturday, September 26, 7:00 a.m.
If you’re looking for a Saturday run, Kevin will be running at Sylvan Glen Park Preserve in Yorktown on Saturday at 7:00 a.m. Park at the lot at across from 2857 Grant Avenue, Mohegan Lake, NY, on the western entrance to the park. I’ve now posted the map of the course which winds through Sylvan Glen to Granite Knolls Park and back again. Don’t worry if you miss this, we’ll be running here very soon. See the map here ››

Hope to see you out there for this third annual Sarah Bishop Bushwhack.

And don’t forget to register for the upcoming fall races:
Run The Farm, Sunday, October 25
Raven Rocks Run, Sunday, November 15

Lee Willett

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September 20, Where The Pavement Ends

pavementends_iconWhere the Pavement Ends Four Mile Trail Race, Ridgefield, CT.

Sunday, September 20, 8:00 a.m. This four mile trail runs through Hemlock Hills in Ridgefield in a mix of fire road and single track that twists through areas that most of you will have never seen. Meet at the Ridgebury School, South Shore Drive, Ridgefield, CT and be ready to run at 8:00 a.m. This is another in the Trail Mix Series of races.

Second Annual Mt. Kisco 5K Road Race

Sunday, September 20, 8:30 a.m. For those looking for something different, there’s the Second Annual Mt. Kisco 5K road race through the heart of Mt. Kisco. Sunday Runner Kathy Lynch is one of the race organizers for this event that starts at 8:30 a.m. at Kirby Plaza/Train Station. Post-race party at MTK Supper Club and take advantage of Mt. Kisco Sidewalk Sale Days, including some of the best food and shops in the area.

Not into racing on Sunday? No worries. Meet at the Ward Pound Ridge Meadow lot on Sunday at 8:00 a.m. and run the Fire Tower Summit course. Get ready for the final Trail Mix race of the season coming in November.

Next week we’ll be at Mountain Lakes Park for the Third Annual Sarah Bishop Bushwhack. Hope to see you out there this weekend.

And don’t forget to register for the upcoming fall races:
Where the Pavement Ends, Sunday, September 20
Sarah Bishop Bushwhack, Sunday, September 27
Run The Farm, Sunday, October 25

Lee Willett

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April 26, Leatherman’s Loop

I look forward to seeing many of you at the Leatherman’s Loop this Sunday. Good luck to you all and we’ll run together next week.

Important notes from the Leatherman’s Loop team

Race organizers Mike Paletta, Tony & Judy Godino, Rob Cummings and the dedicated Leatherman’s Loop volunteers have been working hard to set up this year’s event. All we need is YOU!

Below are some important instructions regarding the Loop. Registration is packed full. We will need your help to ensure that loop day goes smoothly.

Here are some tips that you can incorporate into your plan for the morning and the day:

1.) ARRIVE EARLY! Please plan to arrive at the park before 8:20. Car pool if you can. Traffic will back up considerably at the park entrance as race time approaches. Please be patient. The regular $10 parking fee is incorporated as part of the loop entry fee so entry will go more quickly. It is always wise to arrive earlier than you think you need to in order to make sure you are all set by race start time (9am). This is especially true if it is your first time running the Loop.

2.) DRIVE SLOWLY and CAREFULLY in the Park! Watch the volunteers who are directing the parking. PARK TIGHT! Plan ahead – Car Pool if you can!. For a helpful overview of the race location (parking, start, bib pickup), check the logistics page on the website.

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September 28, Sarah Bishop Bushwhack

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Sunday, September 28, 8:30 a.m. (1.5 mile Scramble), 9:15 a.m. (10K Bushwhack)
This Sunday, meet at Mountain Lakes Park (201 Hawley Road, North Salem, New York 10560), when we race the Sarah Bishop Bushwhack. All that training and those course checks come down to this—a 10k trail race featuring a challenging course that includes the highest peak in Westchester—Bailey Mountain—and beautiful views of Lookout Point and Hemlock Lake. The weather this weekend should be beautiful and the conditions on Sunday, ideal. Registration closes at midnight on Thursday night but we’ll hold a few places open if you want register on-site. Race day registration will be $45 and we ask that you have exact change. Also aim to be in the park by 8:30. The road will be blocked at 9:00 for the start of the race so if you’re not there by then, well, you get the picture.

Next week we’ll be back at the Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in the Meadow parking lot. I’m working on options for a run of various distances from 6 miles to 22 miles so you’ll have plenty of options for different distances. More on that next week.

Hope to see you out there for this first annual Sarah Bishop Bushwhack.

Lee Willett

April 27, Leatherman’s Loop

I look forward to seeing many of you at the Leatherman’s Loop this Sunday. Good luck to you all and we’ll run together next week.

Important notes from the Leatherman’s Loop team

Race organizers Mike Paletta, Tony & Judy Godino, Rob Cummings and the dedicated Leatherman’s Loop volunteers have been working hard to set up this year’s event. All we need is YOU!

Below are some important instructions regarding the Loop. Registration is packed full. We will need your help to ensure that loop day goes smoothly.

Here are some tips that you can incorporate into your plan for the morning and the day:

1.) ARRIVE EARLY! Please plan to arrive at the park before 8:20. Car pool if you can. Traffic will back up considerably at the park entrance as race time approaches. Please be patient. The regular $10 parking fee is incorporated as part of the loop entry fee so entry will go more quickly. It is always wise to arrive earlier than you think you need to in order to make sure you are all set by race start time (9am). This is especially true if it is your first time running the Loop.

2.) DRIVE SLOWLY and CAREFULLY in the Park! Watch the volunteers who are directing the parking. PARK TIGHT! Plan ahead – Car Pool if you can!. For a helpful overview of the race location (parking, start, bib pickup), check the logistics page on the website.

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October 27, Muscoot Farm

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Sunday, October 27, 9:15 a.m.
This Sunday, October 13 at 9:15 a.m, meet at Muscoot Farm (http://goo.gl/maps/dTDiT) for  the Run the Farm 5 Mile Trail Race. This 5 mile course starts from the farm and follows the outlying trails around Muscoot. You can download a map of the five-mile course here.
8:30 Kids’ Race 18:45 Kids’ Race 2
9:15 5 Mile Race
For more information, visit RunTheFarm.org.

Next week we have a very special event you won’t want to miss. More on that to come.

Hope to see you Sunday.

Lee Willett

September 29, Sarah Bishop Bushwhack 10 Trail Race

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Sunday, September 29, 8:30 a.m. (kids’ race), 9:15 a.m. (adult race)
This Sunday, meet at Mountain Lakes Park (201 Hawley Road, North Salem, New York 10560), when we race the Sarah Bishop Bushwhack. All that training and those course checks come down to this—a 10k trail race featuring a challenging course that includes the highest peak in Westchester—Bailey Mountain—and beautiful views of Lookout Point and Hemlock Lake. The weather all week will be beautiful and the conditions on Sunday, ideal. Registration closes at midnight on Thursday night but we’ll hold a few places open if you want to bring a friend at the last minute. On-site registration will be $40 and we ask that you have exact change.

Next week we’ll be back at the Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in the Meadow parking lot to run the Dry Loop—that is, if you’re not going to be running Paine to Pain.

Hope to see you out there for this first annual Sarah Bishop Bushwhack.

Lee Willett

August 25, Muscoot Farm

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Sunday, August 25, 8:00 a.m.
Let’s change things up thus Sunday at a different venue. Meet at the Muscoot Farm parking lot for a run of the Run the Farm 5 mile course. Even though there are a couple months before that race, it’s always a great trail. Those who want a longer run can go back out for a second full or partial loop. You can see a map of the five-mile course here.

Saturday, August 24, 8:00 a.m.
Anyone interested in a Saturday run can meet at the pool parking lot in Mountain Lakes Park and follow the 10K Sarah Bishop Bushwhack. We’ll be doing some Sunday Runs on the course before race day so if you miss this, you’ll still have a chance to run before the race. You can see a map of the course here.

Next week we’ll be back in the Reservation at the Meadow parking lot to run the Meadow to Overlook course.

Hope to see you out there.

Lee Willett

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Sarah Bishop Bushwhack

Sunday, September 29, 2013

The Sarah Bishop Bushwhack is a challenging 10k trail race held in Mountain Lakes Park, Westchester, New York, and benefitting educational wellness programs in area schools. The scenic course is named in honor of the hermitess of West Mountain, who lived alone for more than two decades around the turn of the 19th century in a small cave beneath an outcropping of rock on the eastern slope of the hill.

On September 29, 2013, we honor her indomitable spirit and oneness with nature with the Sarah Bishop Bushwhack and Sarah’s Scramble 1.5 mile kids’ race which takes runners on paths near her cave in the wooded Mountain Lakes Park, a 1,082-acre forested landscape with five lakes, spectacular views, and a few hills in between. Learn more about the race ››

Where the Pavement Ends Trail Race

Date: Sunday, September 22, 2013, 8:00 a.m. Register now ››

Race Day Parking at Ridgebury School
Start /Finish: Lake Windwing
South Shore Drive, Ridgefield, Connecticut

Run Course: 4-mile run through Ridgefield trails; moderately hilly; timed, posted results
Still have questions? Please contact us anytime! We look forward to hearing from you.

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Race fee: $25.00. Course link››  |  2012 Results››

Run the Farm

Sunday, Oct 27, 2013

The fourth annual Run the Farm 5 mile trail race and “Kids Run The Farm” races is officially open for registration.

The races will be held Sunday, Oct 27, 2013 with kids races starting at 8:30am. The kids races will be divided into two completely separate events – a 1.1 mile run for kids 7-12 and a 0.6 mile trail run for kids age 6 and under.Both kids events will be completed before the 5 miler is started at 9:15am.See race website for more details and logistics information.

We are happy to bring this event back for its fourth year. Runners love the scenic and tough 5 mile course. Kids are challenged with a great taste of the trails at Muscoot Farm in their very own races. The farmers at the market love the energy (and the business!) that the race brings out that crisp October Sunday morning.

A Mild Sprain

Congratulations to all of the Sunday Runners that competed in A Mild Sprain this past Sunday. It was great to see so many familiar faces and Dave Vogel really knows how to put on an event—thanks Dave. Big shout-outs to Christy Leggiero and Eleanor Hershey for finishing second and third overall in the women’s division and Tony Godino and I managed to finish first in our respective age groups. Lots of other great performances from the group as well and you can see the final results posted on the Mild Sprain site. It was a great showing for the Sunday Runners and a great cause to run for.

April 21 Leatherman’s Loop

I look forward to seeing many of you at the Leatherman’s Loop this Sunday. I know we’re expecting a little rain later this week but that should just make the mud flats that much more fun. On the 28th, we’ll be meeting at Mountain Lakes Park for a new version of the course that Mark has set up for us. This time, we’ll be going to the highest point in the park—the highest point in the county, actually. Don’t miss this fun run. I’ll send an update and post the trail map before the event. Have a great race everyone. —Lee Willett

Important notes from the Leatherman’s Loop team

Race organizers Mike Paletta, Tony & Judy Godino, Rob Cummings and the dedicated Leatherman’s Loop volunteers have been working hard to set up this year’s event. All we need is YOU!

Below are some important instructions regarding the Loop. Registration is packed full. We will need your help to ensure that loop day goes smoothly.

Here are some tips that you can incorporate into your plan for the morning and the day:

1.) ARRIVE EARLY! Please plan to arrive at the park before 8:20. Car pool if you can. Traffic will back up considerably at the park entrance as race time approaches. Please be patient. The regular $10 parking fee is incorporated as part of the loop entry fee so entry will go more quickly. It is always wise to arrive earlier than you think you need to in order to make sure you are all set by race start time (9am). This is especially true if it is your first time running the Loop.

2.) DRIVE SLOWLY and CAREFULLY in the Park! Watch the volunteers who are directing the parking. PARK TIGHT! Plan ahead – Car Pool if you can!. For a helpful overview of the race location (parking, start, bib pickup), check the logistics page on the website.

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Leatherman’s Loop 2013 Lottery to Open January 10th, 2013

The 27th Running of the Leatherman’s Loop will be on Sunday, April 21, 2013 at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation in Cross River, NY.

All runner registration will be via Loop Lottery. The Loop Lottery will open at 12:01am Thursday, January 10th, 2013 and close Monday, January 14, 2013 at midnight — 5 full days total. There is no immediate rush to sign up — but don’t wait too long lest you forget! Once it is closed we won’t accept any new lottery entrants.

To sign up, visit the Leatherman’s Loop website during the lottery registration period and there will be links to the registration site. Runners will enter their information into the lottery registration, including a credit card number. Your credit card will not be charged unless you are picked in the Loop Lottery. After the Loop Lottery entry closes on Monday, January 14th we will have the drawing for winners on or just after Monday, January 21st. Lottery winners and losers will be notified via email and winners will be charged the race entry fee (and optional t-shirt cost if ordered). Please understand that there are more runners than spots available. Some folks are bound to be disappointed when they are unable to get in for 2013. We hope everyone gets the reasoning behind the lottery and the course limits.

We have put together a list of frequently asked questions about the Loop Lottery. It addresses questions about group lottery entry, duplicate registrations, and other questions you might have. We are interested in making the lottery as simple and hassle-free as possible. We appreciate any feedback or thoughts you have and can share with us. If you have any questions not covered above or in the Loop FAQ or the Loop Lottery FAQ, please get in touch via our contact form, via our email address leathermansloop@gmail.com, or ask your question in the website comments for this note.

Thanks! See you on the trails…

-Mike, Tony, Rob, and the Leatherman Harriers

October 21 Run The Farm Trail Race

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I hope everyone can make it to Muscoot Farm on Sunday for this fun 5-mile yearly tradition. A 1-mile kids race starts the day off and participants get Farm Bucks to spend at the Farmers Market. Great family event. Learn more at RunTheFarm.org.

Next week we’ll be back at the Ward Pound Ridge Reservation meadow parking lot when we gather to run a trail half marathon covering 13.1 miles of the park. A 6 mile and 8.5 mile loop will be offered as well for those who want a more, um, leisurely run.

Run the Farm Registration is Open

Muscoot Farm 5 Mile Race on Sunday, October 21, 2012. Kids races start at 8:30. Five Miler starts at 9:15.
This fun five-mile trail race is put on to show off the beauty of the Muscoot park and to increase awareness of the weekly Muscoot Farmer’s market (Sundays from May-October) and other local farmer’s markets in the area. Registration is open

Learn more at runthefarm.org ››