This Sunday, October 20, at 9:30 a.m, meet at Muscoot Farm (51 NY-100, Katonah) for the Run the Farm Trail Race. If you haven’t run this one before, it’s a 5 mile race on the wooded trails of Muscoot Farm in Somers/Katonah. With the kids race, farm bucks, farmer’s market, and live music, this is a great morning for the whole family. 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.
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SATURDAY: KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL
On Saturday, October 19, at 7:00 a.m., meet at John F. Kennedy High School on Route 138 in Somers (54 NY-138, Somers, park in the Northen lot), when we run the Kennedy to Reis Park/Angle Fly Preserve. We’ll run from the trailhead of the Kennedy Trail, cut through to Somers High School, then make our way to Reis Park. I’ve outlined a 7.3 mile run but you have the option of continuing on to Angle Fly and turn this into a half marathon. I don’t have a PDF map for this, but I do have .kmland .gpxfiles if you want to see what I’m thinking.
Looks like a small but definitely stylish crew last weekend judging by their orange transportation choice. I feel right at home. Congratulations to everyone who ran races or just came out for fun.
Hope to see you out there this weekend, Lee Willett
On Sunday, October 13, 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. While I have the trail marked to cross Michigan Road and catch the CB trail, I recommend taking the alternative route past the park office, maybe even to the Br trail and return via FH to the Meadow. 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 5:00 a.m., 6:00 a.m., or 7:00 a.m. for a few extra miles but BYO maps—I’m out this weekend.
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Saturday: Lewisboro Town Park
This Saturday, October 12, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Lewisboro Town Park Upper Lot when we run The Crazy 8 Run. This 8-mile, figure-8 course will take runners on the Blue trail and over the fire tower. If you’re not up for the full distance, turn back at Kimberly Bridge for a respectable 4.5 mile run. I’ll be away this weekend so BYO maps please.
As most of you know, Jeff and I will be running the Midstate Massive 100 mile race this weekend and a number of the group will be supporting us on the run. You won’t be able to live track us but our crew will be posting updates as they can at crew.sundayruns.org. Follow along.
Great seeing so many new faces this past run. Welcome to the crew from RRC who are training for the Dead Horse Ultra in November. I hope to see you back on the trails with us in the future.
On Sunday, October 6, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road lot, ready to suffer on The Stairmaster, also known as the Michigan to Spy Rock 7 Mile Loop. This trail starts on FH and features both the Magic Stairs and The Stairs to Spy Rock, so you can “enjoy” ample elevation change. There are options for shortening the distance if you are so inclined. Early risers can start at 5:00, 6:00, or 7:00 and run any of the Michigan 8 x 4 loops except for the magenta one but bring your own maps, Lee has the early shift off. Let’s celebrate Lee and Jeff’s last Sunday run in style before they embark on their Midstate Massive 100 adventure.
—Veronica
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Saturday: Multi-Park Madness
On Saturday, October 5, at 6:30 a.m., meet at the parking lot at Turkey Mountain, 842 Croton Heights Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598, ready to run a new course courtesy of Kevin Rader—The Multi-Park Madness Run. This 12.8 mile (which should end up being more like 13.1) point-to-point, 6 parks (Sylvan Glen, Granite Knolls, Woodlands Legacy, FDR, Downing Park, Turkey Mountain) + the North County Trail, stitches together a unique combination of trails just ready to be explored. We’ll meet at 6:30 at the end and take a minimum number of cars to the start. If you’re not up for the full run (because you’re training for a long race the next week, say), we’ll be able to drop cars, and water, at FDR park halfway through to make it a 6-mile run. This is one you won’t want to miss.
Thank you
Thank you all for coming out to Sarah Bishop this past Sunday. We had a spectacular day and I think after 7 years of tinkering with the course, we may have found the ultimate combination of trails and not-quite-trails. And a special thanks to our volunteers who help clean the course, park the cars, direct the traffic, mark the course, get everyone registered, hand out awards, photograph the race, and help clean up afterwards. Without you, we could not make this happen. Mark your calendars now for September 27, 2020, when we run the 8th annual Sarah Bishop Bushwhack.
Sunday, Septemer 29, at 9:00 a.m. is the 7th annual Sarah Bishop Bushwhack, a challenging 10K (ish) trail race featuring the highest peak in Westchester, Bailey Mountain, and beautiful views of Lookout Point, Spruce Lake, and Hemlock Lake. Meet at Mountain Lakes Park (201 Hawley Road, North Salem, New York 10560) before 9:00 a.m. ready to run. We’ve made changes to the course this year that make it even better—we’ve almost totally eliminated the gravel road and we’ve added more bushwhack than ever. We can’t wait for you to race it! Same day registration will be available if you want to bring a last-minute friend. Register ››
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SATURDAY: LEWISBORO TOWN PARK
On Saturday, September 28, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Lewisboro Town Park, Upper Lot, when we run some trails most of you haven’t seen. We’ll head across Route 35 to Old Field Preserve and run the trails there heading first toward Schoolhouse Road, then heading behind the Wolf Conservation Center and ending at the double-secret FAA beacon. We haven’t been on these trails for months since they were pretty marshy in the spring but I’m hoping that will the dry weather we’ve had, they’ll be navigable. The total run should be about 5.5 miles and the wolves have been howling in the mornings lately so I think this is a great chance for an adventure. Once we return, we’ll make a loop around the Town Park pond and follow the Blue Trail into the Rez. At that point I have some work to do at Mountain Lakes and will return but anyone who wants to continue into the Rez can and extend the run as long as they’d like.
Hope to see you out there this weekend. Lee Willett
Nice group this past Sunday at Trailside museum. Definitely feeling like fall out on the trails, thankfully.
On Sunday, September 22, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Trailside Museum Lot, ready to run the Trailside to Tower Loop. The Lewisboro Horseman’s Association has its Fall Country Pace event in the Rez on Sunday so they’re going to be using trails on the Western portion of the park after 9:00 a.m. They’re route will be from the Meadow to Schoolhouse Road, LL and Red/Green to Michigan, and then FH to the Meadow. If you see a horse, give it the right of way. Our course will take you up FH and then follow some of the lesser-used trails in the park. It’s the perfect training run for next week’s Sarah Bishop Bushwhack. If you’re interested in starting early, Jeff and I will begin at 4:00 with loops of the Red Trail from Michigan Road then head over to the Trailside Museum before 8:00. We’d love to have company out there.
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SATURDAY: BENNETT’S POND
On Saturday, September 21 at 7:00 a.m., we’ll be meeting to run a new 7 mile course at Bennett’s Pond—the Overlook Loop. This new 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 6:00 for a few extra miles. After the run, Sunday Run regular, Teren, will bring some trailhead treats for us so we can hang out a bit though she asks everyone to bring their own mugs. Later in the day, head over to listen to Scott Jurek at Ridgefield Library.
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Next week we’ll be at Mountain Lakes Park for the 7th Annual Sarah Bishop Bushwhack. We’re really excited this year to introduce a new course with more bushwhack than ever! You’ve gotta sign up to be in the running.
Hope to see you out there this weekend.
On Sunday, September 15, 8:00 a.m., run Where the Pavement Ends, a fun and challenging 4-plus miles of sometimes narrow, sometimes hilly, always beautiful trails. It is a great mix of fire road, single track, 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. Those looking to start early can arrive at 4:00 a.m. with their headlamps and test the trail in the dark. Or arrive at 6:00 a.m. for a last course check before the race. The course is marked with flags but you might want to bring a map of the course.
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SATURDAY: SARAH BISHOP COURSE CHECK, CLEAN UP
On Saturday, September 14, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Mountain Lakes Park, Pool Parking Lot (if the gate is closed meet at the trailhead to Lookout Point), when we run a course check of Sarah Bishop. We know that there are some branches down that need to be cleared so first we’ll assess the course. Then anyone what wants to help clean up the course, meet that the pool lot at 9:00 a.m. and we’ll send teams out to do what’s necessary. Bring a pair of work gloves, rake, bow saw, loppers, and a grass cutter if you have one. Hopefully, we’ll be done by noon. Thanks in advance for your help. Without our volunteers, this race wouldn’t be possible. New: want to get more miles in? We’ll start at 6:00 a.m. as well and return by 7:00.
Enjoy the photo from this past week. Thank you Vlad as our guest photographer.
This Sunday, September 8, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Michigan Road Lot when we run the Michigan Road Gerrython. Gerry Sullivan has lent his considerable expertise in creating multi-distance loops that include some of the toughest trails in the Reservation. You have options for distances from 5 to 13 miles (see map) so pick a distance, pick a color, and stay on course. I’m planning on starting at 4:00 a.m. with the 13-mile course, returning around 7:00 for a modified 5-mile run, then the 7-mile loop at 8:00. This may be the last 4:00 a.m. start of the year so if you’re night-run curious, this is a great time to test out your headlamp.
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SATURDAY: MEADOW LOT
On Saturday, September 7, 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 miles and if you want to go longer, some will be going from Armstrong to Upper Hook to Reservoir Road for a total of about 18 miles. If you’re looking to get one last long training run in, Jeff will be starting a perimeter loop at 4:00 a.m. and would love company for that 12-mile run so you have the opportunity of up to 30 miles today. See the map ››
TRAIL MIX SERIES
We have two Trail Mix Series races coming up soon. Where the Pavement Ends is September 15—next week—followed by the Sarah Bishop Bushwhack on September 29. Get registered for these great races. Hope to see you out there this weekend.
On Sunday, September 1, 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 4:00 a.m. for a 4-mile loop, 5:00 a.m. for an 8-mile loop, and 7:00 a.m. for an additional 4. Note that both bridges over the cross river are now gone so plan any change of course accordingly…of course. See the map ››
On Monday, September 2, at 7:00 a.m, meet at the Lewisboro Town Park upper parking lot (see map) when we run a perennial favorite—the Fat Ass Run. We normally reserve this run for Thanksgiving but with the bridges out, I need to get creative. Options include a 3.5 mile, 7.5 mile, or 8.5 mile big fat ass. See map page ››
And don’t forget we have two Trail Mix Series races coming up soon. Where the Pavement Ends is September 15 followed by the Sarah Bishop Bushwhack on September 29. Get registered for these great races. Hope to see you out there this weekend.
On Sunday, August 25, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Meadow Lot and come ready to run the Raven Rocks Course. We’re set to kick off the fall race season and continue the Trail Mix Series races—Where the Pavement Ends, Sarah Bishop Bushwhack, Run the Farm, and Raven Rocks Run. Register for these upcoming races soon so you’re not closed out of the shirt order. Those wanting to start early can arrive at 5:00 a.m. for an eight-mile loop or 7:00 a.m. for a four-mile loop (no 4:00 a.m. this week so you can sleep in).
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Saturday: Sleeping Giant State Park
This Saturday, August 24, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Sleeping Giant State Park, 200 Mt Carmel Ave, Hamden, CT 06518, for up to 10 miles of hills, trails, rocks, and one very cool castle. If you want to ride share, meet at Lewisboro Town Park lower lot at 7:00 a.m. Bring a change of clothes and some cash since with all that running, you’ll work up an appetite. Head over to Pepe’s Pizza afterwards, home of what is arguably the best pizza in the country. Download a PDF ›› (the map, not the pizza).
Hope to see you out there this weekend. Lee Willett
Mark Vincent
Contribute to a Tribute to Mark Vincent
I know many of us have been trying to find ways to support Mary, Sean, and Ryan in this difficult time. Mary Vincent asked if we would collect and organize from Mark’s running friends a story or favorite memory for her and the boys. She wrote, “I thought it would be nice for us to know how others loved Mark.” As far as what to write: funny, silly, touching—whatever you have! Short, long, fragments. WHATEVER. Your part is just one part of what I’m hoping will be an outpouring of love—fill the bucket word by word. Don’t worry about it being well written or perfect. They just want to know Mark was loved. The only way to make a misstep is to miss this opportunity to share with them something they can hold on to. (If you are unsure just reach out to Karen and we can talk it through.) Several people have drafted something and then asked for feedback. That’s fine too! Just please add your thoughts to the mix.
Please email Karen Haitoff your favorite memory/stories by September 1 so she can put this together for them. Kasci@aol.com
Thanks to everyone who came out on Sunday to run the Mountain Lakes 15k and share stories about Mark. I know he was there with us on the trails and probably enjoyed all the many inventive ways you found to interpret the map.
This Sunday, August 18, at 8:00 a.m, meet at Mountain Lakes Park (201 Hawley Road, North Salem, NY) Pool Parking Lot (where you park for the Sarah Bishop Bushwhack) when we run the Mountain Lakes 15K course in honor of Mark Vincent. Mark suggested this run five years ago and many of you remember him running back and forth through sections—particularly the Heart-Mead and Halmi Preserves—to make sure no one got lost. I don’t know how many extra miles he ran that day but I don’t think I’ve ever seen him as exhaused. We can share stories and reminisce and though Mark won’t be there to keep us on course, he’ll be with us every step of the way. If you’re not up for the full distance, bypass the Hunt Lane loop, Hearst-Mead and Halmi Preserves for a more manageable 10K. Early risers can start at 4:00 a.m. for a 4-mile warm-up, 5:00 a.m. for an 8-mile loop or 7:00 a.m. for an additional 4-miles. See the map page here.
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Saturday, Westmoreland Sanctuary
ThisSaturday, August 17, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Westmoreland Sanctuary on Chestnut Ridge Road in Mount Kisco ready to run the 5.25 mile perimeter loop. This time, run the course in a counterclockwise direction 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 at least for a total of up to 10. We may even take a detour to check out the trail that leads to Fox Lane so some exploring may be involved. See the map ››
Contribute to a Tribute to Mark Vincent
Sunday Run regular, Mark Vincent, passed away Saturday, August 10. Mark was an early member of the group, one of the race directors of the Sarah Bishop Bushwhack, and one of the finest men that I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. He will be missed by his family, friends, colleagues, and local running community. Details ››
I know many of us have been trying to find ways to support Mary, Sean, and Ryan in this difficult time. Mary Vincent asked if we would collect and organize from Mark’s running friends a story or favorite memory for her and the boys. She wrote, “I thought it would be nice for us to know how others loved Mark.”
As far as what to write: funny, silly, touching—whatever you have! Short, long, fragments. WHATEVER. Your part is just one part of what I’m hoping will be an outpouring of love—fill the bucket word by word. Don’t worry about it being well written or perfect. They just want to know Mark was loved. The only way to make a misstep is to miss this opportunity to share with them something they can hold on to. (If you are unsure just reach out to Karen and we can talk it through.) Several people have drafted something and then asked for feedback. That’s fine too! Just please add your thoughts to the mix.
Please email Karen Haitoff your favorite memory/stories by September 1 so she can put this together for them. Kasci@aol.com
On Sunday, August 11, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Michigan Road Lot ready to run the Michigan to Spy Rock 7 Mile Loop, or as I like to call it, The Stairmaster. This course starts up the FH trail and heads over the Magic Stairs before turning south past Castle Rock and up The Stairs to Spy Rock. With two sets of stairs to climb, you can expect plenty of elevation. If you’re not up for the full run, there’s an option for shortening it on the map. Early birds can start at 4:00, 5:00, 6:00, and 7:00 for different 4-mile loops. See the map here ››
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SATURDAY: BLUE MOUNTAIN
On Saturday, August 10, at 5:30 and 7:30 a.m., meet at the Depew Court lot at Blue Mountain and run the Fourth annual Blue-Per Bowl run. Make one 7.5 mile loop starting at 5:30 a.m. and a second starting at 7:30 a.m. Join in for one or both loops and then head over to Peekskill Coffee House for some recovery food and drink. Kevin Rader will be on hand to make sure you find your way. See the map ››
Hope to see you out there this weekend. Lee Willett
This Sunday, August 4, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Lewisboro Town Park Upper Lot when we run The Crazy 8 Run. This 8-mile, figure-8 course will take runners on the Blue trail and over the fire tower. But this version replaces the original direction so you’ll be going up the new Blue trail and taking a slight bushwhack from the side trail after the Fire Tower to get back to Blue. If you’re not up for the full distance, turn back at Kimberly Bridge for a respectable 4.5 mile run. Early birds can start at 4:00 a.m. for a four-mile loop, 5:00 a.m. for an 8 mile loop or 7:00 a.m. for another 4-mile loop. I’ll be away this weekend so BYO maps please.
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SATURDAY: MICHIGAN ROAD LOT
On Saturday, August 3, at 7:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road Lot, and run…well..whatever you want I guess—I’ll be away this weekend—just bring your own maps. Red Loops maybe? Something from the Michigan Multiloop course? Head over the Clark Preserve? Or if you need to get long miles in, how about heading over to Hunt/Parker via the Cross River Dam? So many great options. I’ll be back next Saturday for the 4th annual Blue-Per Bowl at Blue Mountain.
Have a great time out there this weekend. Lee Willett
Great running with these folks this past run. Great meeting awesome new people out there. Hope to see you all again soon. Like the SundayRuns Facebook page if you want to be tagged in the photos.
This Sunday, July 28, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation Meadow Parking Lot when we run the Meadow to Overlook loop. We’ll start from the Meadow lot and head toward the Overlook, returning via Schoolhouse Road. Options include 6 and 8 miles but if you’re running the 8 mile course, cross the Cross River at intersection 1. If you’re looking to start early, you’re in luck—we’ll be running 4-mile loops on the hour starting at 4:00 a.m. Show up and start whenever you can.
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SATURDAY: KIMBERLY BRIDGE
Last Saturday, we ran Red, Red, Red. This Saturday, July 27, starting at 6:00 a.m., let’s run Blue, Blue, Blue. Meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Kimberly Bridge Lot, where we’re going to run the Blue Loop (the lower part of the map). Nope, not blue hill repeats—loops of the Blue trail. We’ll head out on the wide, flat trail and head up to the Fire Tower from there. This is an approximate 4-mile loop with 600 feet of gain so we’ll regroup and start again on the hour. Join in whenever you can. I’m good for three—maybe four loops. See map ››
Hope to see you out there this weekend. Lee Willett
Enjoy the photo from the last run from Trailside Museum. Yeah, it was hot, but maybe that was just some of the speedsters burning up the trails.
On Sunday, July 21, at 8:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Trailside Museum, for a run on a new course—the Trailside to Green Loop. This course will take us along the river, up Blue, down Green, up FH, and down CB. Needless to say, there may be hills involved but when is that a surprise? It’s going to get hot so bring plenty of water for this run. And if you want to beat the heat, you can start at 4:00 a.m. for all or part of a 12-mile perimeter loop or 7:00 a.m. for a 4-mile loop. See the map ››
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SATURDAY: Michigan Road
On Saturday, July 20, starting at 6:00 a.m., meet at Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, Michigan Road Lot, and run the 5.5 mile Red loop. I’m not gonna lie, Saturday is going to be hot so I’m getting any trail running over early. Since the Red loop is one of the fastest in the Rez, we’ll aim to return on the hour, ready to start the next loop. The 6:00 a.m. loop will be counterclockwise and I’ll switch directions every loop after. I’m good for two, maybe three, depending on the weather. Caramoor’s Jazz Festival is this Saturday so after the run, if you’re free, I’d highly recommend this awesome day-long event. Check it out here ››
Hope to see you out there this weekend. Lee Willett
It was great to see so many of you in the photo from last weekend. While I missed you all, you no doubt heard that three of us were in the White Mountains “running” the Pemigewasset (Pemi) Loop. Claudia, Joe C., and I will be happy to share some stories from the trip if you’re interested.
