May 03, 2026
This Saturday, December 7, at 7:00 a.m., meet at the gazebo at Leonard Park in Mt. Kisco (see map) when we tackle some different trails. We’ll start in Leonard park, go through Marsh Sanctuary, Merestead, Butler, and Westmoreland Sanctuary. Runners will have a choice of various distances from 5 to 13 miles. Print Map Download […]
On Sunday, December 8, at 8:00 a.m., meet at the Bennett's Pond main lot when we run a new course that a handful of you ran in September. This course takes us on a counterclockwise loop to the overlook and back. Along the way, you'll get to try out the new Ridge trail we found […]
On Saturday, December 14, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Michigan Road Lot and help flag next Sunday's Run. Since there are multiple bushwhacks on this run, I'll need to lightly flag the course so that you can find your way. If you'd like to give me a hand, meet me at […]
On Sunday, December 15, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Lewisboro Town Park, upper lot, when navigate the 9.6 mile Kessel Run. With less than a week to go before the release of the next Star Wars movie, it seems appropriate we run a special out-and-back segment that starts at Lewisboro Town Park and ends at […]
On Saturday, December 21, at 7:00 a.m., bundle up and come run the Dancing Rockish run. This 7.5 mile run is a good preview of Sunday's Dancing Rock course but without most of the bushwhacks. As such, it's a much faster and less swampy run than what you'll have the following day. If you are […]
On Sunday, December 22, at 5:00 a.m., get ready to run a very special course—The Dancing Rock Ultra. This course revives a race created by Tony Godino and Dave Cope around the time the Loop was invented but adds a whole lot more. We'll run the initial perimeter loop first, then meet up with the […]
On Tuesday, December 24, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road lot, and help me remediate the Dancing Rock course marking. We'll do one last sweep of the curse, picking up flags as we go. If you missed Sunday's run, this will be the last chance you'll have to run the […]
On Thursday, December 26, at 7:30 a.m., meet at the Hessian Lake Parking Lot, near the ice rink, at Bear Mountain and come prepared to run a special 9-mile loop on parts of the North Face Endurance Challenge course. Depending on conditions, it might be longer. No worries, the group will keep together sharing holiday […]
This Saturday, December 28, at 7:00 a.m, meet at Leon Levy Preserve in South Salem, parking lot entrance on Route 123 about half a mile south of Route 35. At 383 acres, this preserve is relatively small but I have a course that will get us up to 7 miles hitting most of the trails […]
On Sunday, December 29, at 8:00 a.m., meet at the Ward Pound Ridge Meadow Lot when we run the Meadow to Green Loop. This course heads to the Trailside Museum before circling around to Michigan Road. From there, take the Green trail, which is a sizeable hill, to some of the smaller, lesser-used trails in […]
On Tuesday, December 31, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road Lot, when we run the final course of the year together. After another year of calling runs, I'm going to let someone else lead this one or we can take turns calling directions at each intersection as we go (because […]
On Wednesday, January 1, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Mountain Lakes Park, trailhead to lookout point, when we usher in the new year with Sarah Bishop. Well, not Sarah herself, but on some of the trails of the Sarah Bishop Bushwhack. And speaking of which, we'll do a little exploring while we're there. Start the […]
On Saturday, January 2, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Lewisboro Town Park ready to run the Five Bridges run. The 7.5 mile version of the run passes by five of the major bridges in the park so we'll aim for that distance. The weather looks like it will be cold and wet bo dress accordingly. […]
On Saturday, January 4, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Meadow lot ready to run the Meadow to Armstrong course. This 7-mile course starts in the reservation, then crosses over to Richard’s Preserve and Armstrong before returning back. The entire course is 7 miles but if you want to cut it short, […]
On Sunday, January 5, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Trailside Museum when we run the Museum to Blue route. We’ll be following the course in a counterclockwise direction but since the bridges are out, when you reach Kimberly Bridge, climb Blue and finish through the meadow. Options include 6.5, 7.5. and […]
Saturday, January 11, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Westmoreland Sanctuary on Chestnut Ridge Road in Mount Kisco when we run the 5.25 mile perimeter loop. This time, we run the course in a clockwise direction (against the arrows) and return to the main lot. Those who want an extra challenge can do the Butler loop […]
On Sunday, January 12, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Michigan Road Lot when we run a perennial classic—the Rock Trail. We haven't been there as a group in a while so let's check out one of the Reservation’s more challenging trails and visit Dancing Rock, Indian Rock Shelter, Bear Rock Petroglyph, Castle […]
On Saturday, January 18, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Trailside Museum, when we run the 7 mile Museum to Blue route. We’ll run this in a clockwise direction, opposite the arrows on the map, and running through the field to get to Kimberly Bridge. It looks like the snow will hold […]
On Sunday, January 19, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation ready to run the Snowy Owl Run. This course is almost the same as the Raven Rocks run but starts with a climb up FH then down the CB trail—and everyone loves a good climb at the start, right? Looks like we'll […]
On Monday, January 20, at 10:00 a.m., meet at Lewisboro Town Park, Upper Lot, for a special MLK Day run. Not sure of the course but we'll head over to Kimberly Bridge and make a loop in the southern part of the park before returning the way we came. Expect 7-ish miles. Hope to see […]
On Saturday, January 25, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Kimberly Bridge Lot, when we run the Kimberly Bridge Brown/Blue loop. This 8.3 mile double looped course starts with a loop to Raven Rocks and over the Fire Tower before returning to the cars and making another northern loop on DH and […]
On Sunday, January 26, at 8:00 a.m., meet at the trail head to Lookout Point in Mountain Lakes Park (201 Hawley Road, North, Salem, NY) when we run the 10K-ish Sarah Bishop Course. Instead of starting near Hemlock Campsite where the race starts, we'll start from the trailhead to lookout point. Parking may be tight […]
This Saturday, February 1, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Tusk and Cup coffee shop , 51 Ethan Allen Highway, Ridgefield CT, and prepare to run the 11 mile Brew to Brews run through Devil’s Den and Saugatuck. Options include the full 11 miles and an abbreviated 6 mile version. Since weather conditions may be, *ahem*, less […]
On Sunday, February 2, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Meadow Lot when we run an annual favorite—The Looper Bowl. It’s all the fun of the Leatherman’s Loop but colder and with a chance for snow and ice. You won't want to miss this! If you don't want to get your feet […]
On Saturday, February 8, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Lewisboro Town Park, upper lot, when we navigate the 9.6 mile Kessel Run. This relatively flat course is a little longer than most but avoids steep uphills in favor of rolling hills throughout. Since this is an out-and-back, there are plenty of ways to shorten the […]
On Sunday, February 9, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Michigan Road Lot ready to run a new course that I'm calling Michigan Zig-Zags. Options include 8, 6.5, and 5 mile distances or get lost and see how many miles you can do. The challenge to this course is the weaving back-and-forth […]
On Saturday, February 15, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road Lot, when we run the Michigan Multiloop 8-mile course. Since the Bergfield Bridge is still under construction, head across the meadow at Trailside Museum and catch the FH trail to the river instead. Bring your own maps, though, I'm not […]
On Sunday, February 16, at 8:00 a.m., it’s time to get twisted. Meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Meadow Lot, when we run one of the Twisted Loops. This time we’ll the Purple loop and make sure we pass the construction of the new bridge. I'm pretty sure the bridges aren't ready to cross just […]
On Monday, February 17, at 7:00, meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Trailside Museum Lot, ready to run the Museum to Blue Route, 7.5 mile option. Since the Bergfield Bridge isn't up yet, take the trail through the trailside meadow to complete the loop. Print Map Download the PDF
On Saturday, February 22, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Lewisboro Town Park, Upper Lot, ready to run the Town Park to Kimberly Multidistance Loop. This offers runners distances from 6 to 11 miles starting and finishing on the same trails. I recommend the 7 or 9 mile loops. The group can decide on site. Print […]
On Saturday, February 22, at 7:30 a.m., meet at Bear Mountain, Ice Rink Lot, when we run the 5 Sisters course. This 13 mile, quad-shredding exercise in futility, contains 4700 feet of gain so you know it's going to be a tough run. Come prepared, you have been warned. I won't be there for this […]
Sunday, February 23, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Kimberly Bridge Lot, ready to run the Kimberly to Armstrong 9 mile run. Options include the full 9 miles but since this is an out-and-back course, you can turn around at any point for a shorter run. This course passes through three different […]
On Saturday, February 29, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation ready to run the Snowy Owl Run. This course is almost the same as the Raven Rocks run but starts with a climb up FH then down the CB trail—and everyone loves a good climb at the start, right? Before the run, […]
This Sunday, March 1, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Meadow lot when we run the Rock Trail 8 Mile Loop. We’ll head south through the meadow trails and return via FH. In between, you’ll see the Bear Rock Petroglyph, Spy Rock, the Stairs, Castle Rock, Raven Rocks, Indian Rock Shelter, and plenty […]
On Saturday, March 7, at 6:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Kimberly Bridge Lot, and run an hour of hill repeats up Blue. You should be able to get in 3 or 4 before you return to the lot at 7:00 a.m. to run the Boutonville Oak Loop. This multidistance run offers lengths […]
On Sunday, March 8, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Lewisboro Town Park, Upper Parking Lot, ready to run a new course—the Five Bridges Run. This course offers three options for different lengths—9, 6.5, and 5.5 miles—all of which pass over all four bridges in the Rez. Three of the bridges have been closed since late […]
On Saturday, March 14, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Meadow lot, ready to run the Meadow Multiloop. This course gives you options for distances from 2 to 11 miles and can be run in either direction so as to minimize virus exposure. Print Map Download the PDF
On Sunday, March 15, at 8:00 a.m., if you're not self-quarantining, then meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road Lot, ready to run the Gerrython. Since the New York half marathon has been canceled, I'll give you the option of your own half marathon with a modified perimeter loop. But you also have options […]
On Saturday, March 21, between 7:00 and 7:30, meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Meadow Lot, ready to run the Meadow Half Marathon. You have options for distances from 4.5 to 13.1 miles (by combining the two longest loops) and the course can be run in either direction. To minimize the risk of spreading coronavirus […]
On Sunday, March 22, between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Trailside Museum Lot, ready to run the Trailside Multiloop. This course offers a variety of distances from 2 to 13 miles and can be run in either clockwise or counterclockwise direction. To minimize the risk of spreading coronavirus by keeping […]
On Saturday, May 16, start anytime between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Michigan Road Lot ready to run the Michigan Zig-Zags. Options include 8, 6.5, and 5 mile distances or get lost and see how many miles you can do. Remember to socially distance, wear a mask or buff in […]
On Sunday, May 17, start anytime between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Meadow Lot, ready to run Eleanor's Great Escape. You might notice that I've updated this longer version of the classic Eleanor's Escape to include multiple distances so now you have some choices as to how far you'd like […]
On Saturday, May 23, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Huntington State Park, 58 Sunset Hill Road, Redding, CT., for a 15k perimeter loop. We'll follow the course in a clockwise direction making sure to keep proper social distancing. Print Map Download the PDF
If you're looking to stay in the Rez, on Saturday, May 23, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Kimberly Bridge Lot ready to run the Kimberly to Blue Route. Options include 5, 6.5, and 8 miles. Vary your start times and directions, wear a buff or mask around others, and practice social […]
On Sunday, May 24, between 7:00 and 8:00, meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Meadow Lot, ready to run the Meadow Half Marathon. You have options for distances from 4.5 to 13.1 miles (by combining the two longest loops) and the course can be run in either direction. Vary your start times and directions, wear […]
On Monday, May 25, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road Lot, ready to run the Red and Green Loop. Options include 4.5, 6, and 7.5 mile distances. Vary your start times and directions, wear a buff or mask around others, and practice social distancing. Print Map Download the PDF
On Sunday, May 31, start between 7:00 and 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Meadow Lot, ready to run the Meadow to Blue Route. Options include 5, 6.5, and 8 mile distances and you can run this course in either direction to avoid crowding. I'll be there at 7:00 and put a few […]
On Saturday, June 6, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road lot, ready to run the Green Rock Trail course which includes the Overlook, Spy Rock, the Stairs, and Raven Rocks. Options include 4, 6.5, 7.5, and 8.5 mile course and you can run this in either direction. There's a fair […]
On Sunday, June 7, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Trailside Museum lot, when we run the Trailside to Tower loop. Options include 5, 6, 7, and 9 miles and the course can be run in either direction. The early crew can arrive at 7:00 for a 4-mile loop. Rookie Runners can […]
On Saturday, June 13, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Mountain Lakes Park, Trailhead to Lookout Point Lot, when we run the Sarah Bishop course plus the Old Sib preserve. Options include a new trail that connects the Spruce Lake trail to the Pool Parking lot which doesn't change the distance, just the route. Print Map […]
On Sunday, June 14, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road Lot, ready to run the Sights to Heights v2 course. Options include 5.5, 7.5, and8.5 miles and can be run in either direction. The mountain laurel are starting to bloom so the trail up to the Fire Tower will be […]
Two crescents—the Moon and Venus—meet in the sky in the wee hours of June 19. Should weather conditions be favorable, be sure to set your alarm clock for around 4 a.m. local time on Friday, June 19th, then proceed to a location where you have a clear and unobstructed view of the east-northeast horizon. A […]
On Saturday, June 20, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Trailside Museum Lot, ready to run the Trailside Multiloop. This course offers a variety of distances from 2 to 13 miles and can be run in either clockwise or counterclockwise direction. Print Map Download the PDF
On Sunday, June 21, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Meadow Lot, ready to run the Meadow Northern Loop course. We haven't seen much of the northern trails in the Rez so this course will remedy that. Options include 5.5, 6.5, and 8-mile distances. Runners can start at 5:00, 6:00, or 7:00 […]
On Saturday, June 27, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Meadow Lot, ready to run a special Blythedale Children’s Hospital Virtual 5K event. This event is the spring fundraiser of the Blythedale Advisory Council, providing an opportunity for people to "come together" to help children managing significant health conditions and their families. […]
On Sunday, June 28, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Trailside Museum Lot, ready to run the Museum to Blue Route. This course offers distances of 6.5, 7.5, or 8.5 miles but even the shortest begins with a climb to the Magic Stairs so be prepared. Early risers can start at 5:00 […]