SUNDAY: MOUNTAIN LAKES PARK

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 2019 Course. Instead of starting near Hemlock Campsite where the race starts, we’ll start from the trailhead to lookout point. Parking may be tight if there is a large crowd so be mindful to leave space if possible. If you want to get an early start, arrive at 7:00 a.m Learn more ››

SATURDAY: KIBERLY BRIDGE

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 Brown. The weather calls for cold rain on Saturday so this offers the opportunity of cutting the run short if necessary. See map ››

The Brew to Brews run has been pushed off for another week pending better weather. Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett

Enjoy the photo from the past Snowy Owl run in the Rez.

SUNDAY, MEADOW LOT

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 have snow on Saturday and rain Saturday night so conditions will likely be slippery. Might be a good idea to throw your winter running gear in the car. Anyone who wants to start early can arrive at 5:00 for 8 miles and 7:00 for an additional 4. See the map ››

SATURDAY, TRAILSIDE MUSEUM

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 off and start after the run but bundle up, it should be in the teens when we start.

Check out the winter running tips page for useful info on running in snow and ice. If we have 4 inches of snow and some rain on top of that, you might want to bring your microspikes or winter shoes. Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett

Another big group on the Rock Trail this past Sunday in springlike temps. We’ll be back in the Rez next weekend for some “real” winter running.

Sunday, Michigan Road Lot

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 Rock, Spy Rock, Raven Rocks, and many more rocks in between. Looking to start early? Arrive at 5:00 or 7:00 for some additional loops.

Saturday, Westmoreland Sanctuary

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 across the street after the run. That will add another 3 to 5 miles depending on your course.

Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett

Big group out at Traiside Museum made for an awesome day on the trails. Thanks everyone for coming out.

 

Sunday, Trailside Museum

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 8.5 mile loops. Looking to start early? I’ve got a 2020 20 challenge. 5:00 a.m. start will do an initial 8-mile loop. 7:00 a.m. start will add 4 more to that so you can reach 20 for the day and start the year off right. See the map here ››

Saturday, Meadow Lot

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, the looped portion is about 5. And if you’re looking for something longer, well, feel free to improvise.

Hope to see you out there.
Lee Willett

Great running with this big group on Sunday for our last Sunday Run of the year. See you all next year.

 

SUNDAY, MEADOW LOT

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 the Southern portion of the park. I have the trail marked to cross Michigan Road and catch the CB trail, which is accessible this time of year, but since the meadow hasn’t be mowed, you will want to take the optional course past the admissions booth. Options include an additional half mile down LL and up to the Overlook or you can make the run shorter by eliminating the Green trail. Anyone looking to start early can arrive at 7:00 a.m. for a few extra miles.

SATURDAY, LEON LEVY PRESERVE

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 in the park, including the newer Levy East park.

Thanks everyone for coming out and running the Dancing Rock Run. I’m glad everyone liked the course and once again, we had no 50k finisher. Below are our times. We’ve done our best with all of that was going on so let us know if we’ve missed anything.

Name	Startng Time	Time on trail	Distance	Course
Jacob Benesch	4:07am	6:34:56.1	23.8	30k+
Jeff Koenig	4:07am	7:03:37.6	23.8	30k+
William McArthur	5:42am	4:37:00.0	22	30k+
Amy Jennifer Hanlon	5:10am	6:22:24.9	22	30k+
Kevin Rader	5:10am	6:22:28.8	22	30k+
Veronica Leeds	5:10am	6:22:35.2	22	30k+
Jennifer Stack	5:10am	6:22:35.9	22	30k+
Chris Irwin	8:18am	4:22:05.8	18.7	30k+
Chris Demuth Jr	4:07am	4:04:02.5	15.2	Perimeter +
Todd Hendrich	5:10am	3:25:59.1	12.8	Perimeter +
Paul Fost	7:28am	2:44:35.5	12.3	14k+
Ed Dee	8:18am	1:36:16.5	8.3	14k
John Goodrow	8:18am	1:36:18.8	8.3	14k
Tom Curley	8:18am	1:36:40.3	8.3	14k
Lars Klein	8:18am	1:39:48.0	8.3	14k
David Elbaum	8:18am	2:09:18.1	8.3	14k
Kathy Lynch	8:18am	2:09:37.4	8.3	14k
Tony Muffati	8:18am	2:09:39.1	8.3	14k
Gabe Brecher	8:18am	2:09:42.0	8.3	14k
Pamela Prather	8:18am	2:29:43.1	8.3	14k
Eric Foxhall	8:18am	2:29:48.3	8.3	14k
Rob Cummings	8:18am	2:29:48.6	8.3	14k
Brian Clinton	8:18am	2:30:04.2	8.3	14k
Claudia Zimmerman	8:18am	2:33:59.7	8.3	14k
Joe Mokszycki	5:10am	0:23:00.0	2.75	DNF

SUNDAY: DANCING ROCK RUN (50k, 30k, 14k)

On Sunday, December 22, at 5:00 a.m., get ready to run a very special course—The Dancing Rock Run—that revives a race created by Tony Godino and Dave Cope around the time the Loop was invented but adds a whole lot more. The 2019 50k  “fat-ass” includes an initial modified perimeter loop, then meets up with the main group at 8:00 a.m. for the classic Dancing Rock Run (14k). We’ve rented out lean-to 5 at Michigan Road where we’ll have a fire going for the runners so bring a change of clothes, some food, and plan to hang out afterwards.

SATURDAY: DANCING ROCKISH 7.5mi

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 itching to check out the full Dancing Rock course, go ahead—flags are in place through the bushwhacks and we can confirm as we pass them on the run.

Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett

And it looks like everyone enjoyed the Kessel Run this past week. Thanks Peeter and Veronica for the artifacts along the way and Vlad for providing the Force that got everyone through.

SUNDAY, LEWISBORO TOWN PARK

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 Gilmore Pond on the southern end of the Rez. Peeter “Millennium Falcon” Muursepp holds the record of less than 12 parcecs and the force is strong with Veronica “Rey” Leeds as well. If you’re not up for the full run, turn around at any point. Early risers start at 7:00 a.m. See the map here ››

SATURDAY, MICHIGAN ROAD LOT

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. Total distance will be around 8 miles. If you’d like to give me a hand, meet me at 7:00 a.m. Or just show up at 7:00 and make your own course. That’s fine too.

Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett

Great run at Bennett’s Pond and an equally great brunch after. Thanks everyone and especially Teren for hosting all of us.

 

SUNDAY, BENNETT’S POND

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 last weekend and then plunge down the red trail which many of you haven’t seen yet. If you want to start early, arrive at 7:00 for a few extra miles. After the run, Sunday Run regular, Teren, has invited the group to brunch so we can hang out a bit. I can’t think of a better group to hang out with for brunch.

SATURDAY, LEONARD PARK

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 with the Leonard Park Half. 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. See the map ››

Also, NYNJ Trail Conference is having a run from Teatown to Croton Dam at 9:30 Saturday. Details here ››

Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett

Enjoy the photo from the past run at Lewisboro Town Park. It was a great day out there no matter how many miles you ran.

SUNDAY, LEWISBORO TOWN PARK

This Sunday, December 1, at 8:00 a.m, meet at the Lewisboro Town Park upper parking lot (see map) when we  run a perennial favorite—the Fat Ass Run. Since the bridges are still out, this year’s course will follow the Town Park to Kimberly map and give you from 6 to 11 miles of calorie-burning fun. Anyone interested in getting an early start can arrive at 7:00 a.m. Diehards start at 5:00 a.m.

SATURDAY, TRAILSIDE MUSEUM

On Saturday, November 30, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Trailside Museum lot, when we run a new course—Trailside to Joe 7 mile loop. Those who’ve run with me for a while know that once the cold temperatures set it, I’m more inclined to do some exploring in the parks. For this run, We’ll head over to Joe’s Hill on the Western part of the Rez. While the Dancing Rock Run includes part of Joe’s Hill, we’ll push a little farther west to the top of it where most of you have never been. There are a couple of other bushwhacks on the course as well so this may not be one of your fastest seven mile runs.

FRIDAY, ZOFNASS FAMILY PRESERVE

This Friday, November 30, at 8:00 a.m, meet at the Zofnass Family Preserve on Upper Shad Road in Pound Ridge (see Google Map) when we run everyone’s favorite labyrinthian preserve with a network of trails noted for its crags and rock outcrops. Meet at the main entrance and we’ll follow a perimeter loop making all right turns except for exiting the park. We’ll make a 6-mile loop counter-clockwise around the preserve this time excluding the orange, western loop. This is the perfect antidote to the Black Friday crunch.

And great, if wet, run with this group on the Annunaki Bushwhack. If you’d like to learn more about the artist, visit his personal Facebook page, another more cryptic Facebook page, or website.

SUNDAY: KIMBERLY BRIDGE

On Sunday, November 24, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Kimberly Bridge lot, when we run something new—The Annunaki Bushwhack. Most of you have seen the two large annunaki paintings in the Rez but there is one more, visible from the Blue Trail, but to get a good look at it, we’ll need to go a little off-trail. Start at 7:00 a.m. for an additional 4 miles.

SATURDAY: MOUNTAIN LAKES PARK

On Saturday, November 23, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Mountain Lakes Park, 201 Hawley Drive, North Salem, NY, when we run the 2019 Sarah Bishop course. Meet at the trailhead to Lookout Point. Although I’ll take credit for creating the course, I’ve never actually run it in its entirety so I’m looking forward to testing it out. Word is that the OS trail has been rerouted so we’ll check out that change as well.

Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett

Enjoy the photo from this past run from Michigan Road. The Sights and Heights lives up to its name for sure.

SUNDAY: SIGHTS AND HEIGHTS

On Sunday, November 17, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road lot when we run the 7.5 mile Sights and Heights run. This course will take us to the Overlook, Dancing Rock, Raven Rocks, and the Firetower before returning. Note the intentional shortcut near 35 and 36 on the map—if you know where to find that. Early risers can start at 5:00 a.m. for 8 miles or 7:00 a.m. for an additional 4. And if you’re looking for some extra credit, head over to Conquer the Forest 5k race after the pre-run.

SATURDAY: MICHIGAN TO CLARK

On Saturday, November 16, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road lot, when we run the Michigan to Clark Preserve run. This course takes us off the Reservation on an access trail to Clark Preserve on the southern edge of the park where we’ll make a perimeter loop before heading back the way we came. While not a large park, Clark offers some nice trails and a mix of terrain.

Great seeing so many friends at Raven Rocks this past Sunday. Congratulations to all of you who competed this year and check out the photos from the race.
Lee Willett

Two Halloween-themed runs to close out the spooky season

SUNDAY: KIMBERLY BRIDGE

On Sunday, September 3, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Reservation, Kimberly Bridge Lot, when we run the Bosque Encantado 8-mile run. Multiple distances are available from 5 to 8 miles and if you were on a previous running of this course, you’ll know where to look for the Annunaki in the forest that give this run its name. Looking to start early? Arrive at 5:00 a.m. for an 8-mile loop and 7:00 a.m. for an additional 4. See the map ››  Download the PDF ››

SATURDAY: DEVIL’S DEN

On Saturday, November 2, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Devil’s Den, 3 Pent Road, Weston, CT, when we run a new course—the Devil’s Ledge. This course will take us on the classic perimeter loop of the park but extend that to the Great Ledge then back via the smaller and westernmost trails in the park. Afterwards, we can stop by Tusk and Cup for an excellent cup of coffee.

Next Sunday is the Raven Rocks Run—the last Trail Mix Series race of the year. Don’t miss it. Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett

Enjoy the photo from the last run. Big crowd turned out for the Raven Rocks course check. If you haven’t done so yet, get registered for this last Trail Mix Series race.

SUNDAY: MEADOW LOT

On Sunday, October 27, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Meadow Lot and come ready to run the Raven Rocks Course. Here’s your chance to get a preview of the Raven Rocks Run on November 11. Those wanting to start early can arrive at 6:00 for a four-mile loop or 7:00 for a an additional four-mile loop (no 5:00 a.m. this week). No final word yet whether the course will change but I know some of the trails look very different. This is your last chance to check them out before race day.

SATURDAY: TEATOWN TRAILS

On Saturday, October 26, at 7:00 a.m., meet at the Teatown Nature center, 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY, when we run some of the Teatown Trails. Normally, we’d run the classic Teatown to Kitchawan 13 mile course but we ran (and got lost) on some of the other trails the park has to offer so let’s try this again. This time, we’ll change things up again and incorporate some of the eastern trails we haven’t seen yet. Final total of this course is around 11 miles but you can adjust longer or shorter as necessary. Hope to see you there.
See the map page ››
Download the PDF
Download the KML at sundayruns.org/mapdata/teatown11.kml
Download the GPX at sundayruns.org/mapdata/teatown11.gpx

Hope to see you out there this weekend.
Lee Willett, Director

Great seeing so many friends at Run the Farm this weekend. We could only wrangle a few for the photo below and even fewer of the Cobweb Crew. Photos from Run the Farm are here ›› and in case you missed them, photos from Sarah Bishop are here ››