Event Format and Trail Conditions

Is this a trail run?

The event offers two distinct 5K experiences:

• →5K Road Race: Run on paved roads within Mendon Ponds Park (not a trail race)
• →5K-ish Trail Race: Run on natural-surface trails through the park's wooded and winter terrain (a true trail run)

Weather and Terrain

What are the expected conditions for the trail race?

• →The trail race will likely feature snow, mud, roots, and variable winter conditions
• →Expect natural-surface terrain typical of upstate New York in January
• →The "5K-ish" designation implies slight distance variance due to trail conditions

Race Start Times

What are the start times for each race?

• →5K Road Race: 10:00 AM EST
• →5K-ish Trail Race: 10:00 AM EST
• →Kids Half-Mile Fun Run: 10:50 AM EST

Registration Pricing

How much does registration cost?

• →5K Road Race: $30.68 (includes fees)
• →5K-ish Trail Race: $30.68 (includes fees)
• →Kids Half-Mile Fun Run: $16.90 (includes fees)

Age Requirements

What are the age requirements for the Kids Half-Mile Fun Run?

• →Ages 4–12 are eligible to participate in the Kids Half-Mile Fun Run

Registration Inclusions

What is included with registration?

• →Post-Race Hot Cocoa Bar access
• →Custom Insulated Tumbler for the first 200 registrants (all adult races combined)
• →Access to the full Monroe County Winterfest activities
• →Race shirt (implied by standard practice; confirm at pickup)

Equipment Recommendations

What footwear is recommended?

• →Trail shoes are recommended for the trail option
• →Road shoes are fine for the road race

Merchandise Availability

Is the custom tumbler available for kids racers?

• →Kids racers can purchase a tumbler during registration while supplies last
• →Only the first 200 adult registrants receive a complimentary tumbler

Registration Deadline

When is the registration deadline?

• →Registration closes on January 16, 2026 at 5:45 PM EST

Event Schedule

What happens after the races?

• →Post-Race: Participants can stay and enjoy Winterfest activities
• →No need to rush off after finishing the run

Event Location

Where is the event located?

• →Stewart Lodge, Mendon Ponds Park, 95 Douglas Rd, Honeoye Falls, NY 14472

Event Significance

What is the event part of?

• →Part of the Monroe County Winterfest Festival
• →Supports Monroe County parks and community programming
• →Set in a 2,500-acre nature preserve