4th Annual Seize the Day: Amer’s Epilepsy Trail Race 5k/10k and One Mile Walk/Fun Run
Sunday, July 13, 2025
Past event
9:00 AM EDT
Mendon, New York
$11.60–$38.10 · 3 races
5km, 10km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 4th Annual Seize the Day: Amer's Epilepsy Trail Race on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the stunning Mendon Ponds Park in Monroe. This vibrant event features three exhilarating race options: a timed 5K Trail Run or Walk, a timed 10K Trail Run or Walk, and a delightful One-Mile Fun Run or Walk, perfect for participants of all ages and abilities.
Join fellow runners and walkers as you navigate the beautiful trails, including the North Meadow and East Esker for the longer races, and the scenic Pine Woods Trail for the fun run. Bring your furry friends along, as dogs on leashes are welcome! All registered participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt, and awards will be presented to top finishers in various age groups. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to support EPI’s epilepsy programs while enjoying a day filled with community spirit, fitness, and fun!
Join fellow runners and walkers as you navigate the beautiful trails, including the North Meadow and East Esker for the longer races, and the scenic Pine Woods Trail for the fun run. Bring your furry friends along, as dogs on leashes are welcome! All registered participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt, and awards will be presented to top finishers in various age groups. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to support EPI’s epilepsy programs while enjoying a day filled with community spirit, fitness, and fun!
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Races
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4th Annual Seize the Day 5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$38.10
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4th Annual Seize the Day 10k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$38.10
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4th Annual Seize the Day One-Mile Fun Run
Incl. $1.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:30 AM EDT
$11.60
Organiser's description
Join us at Mendon Ponds Park for the 4TH ANNUAL SEIZE THE DAY: AMER'S EPILEPSY TRAIL RACE with three race options:
* 5K Trail Run or Walk (timed)
* 10K Trail Run or Walk (timed)
* One-Mile Fun Run or Walk (untimed)
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START & FINISH
5K AND 10K: These trail races will begin in the same location, JUST SOUTH OF CANFIELD RD https://springwatertrails.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/MendonPondsMap.png., across the street from the from Pine Woods Trail. The 5K and 10K courses will follow the North Meadow and East Esker trails.
ONE-MILE FUN RUN: This trail fun run will follow the PINE WOODS TRAIL https://springwatertrails.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/MendonPondsMap.png, on the north side of Canfield Rd.
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WALKERS & DOGS
Walkers are welcome to participate in all three races and dogs on leashes are also permitted.
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T-SHIRTS & AWARDS
T-shirts will be given to all participants who register ahead of time.
Awards will be given to the following age groups:
16 & Under
17-25
26 and Over
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LOCATION
Mendon Ponds Park
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PARKING
Please park in the Cobblestone House or Beach Area parking lots.
SPONSOR THE EVENT
PRESENTING SPONSOR: $10,000
IRON SPONSOR: $5,000
ULTRA SPONSOR: $2,500
EXTREME SPONSOR: $1,000
MARATHON SPONSOR: $500
CLICK HERE https://www.epiny.org/epi-fundraising-events/seize-the-day-amers-epilepsy-trail-run/sponsorship to learn more about sponsorship opportunities and to make your gift online.
Sponsorship can also be PAID BY A CHECK MADE OUT TO EPI and mailed to:
EPI
ATTN: 4TH ANNUAL SEIZE THE DAY
1650 SOUTH AVE.
ROCHESTER, NY 14620
Please contact Jill Johnson at [email protected] if you would like an invoice to process your sponsorship.
DONATE TO THE EVENT
CLICK HERE https://www.epiny.org/epi-fundraising-events/seize-the-day-amers-epilepsy-trail-run/sponsorship-donations to make a donation in support of the event.
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LEARN MORE ABOUT EPI & EPILEPSY SERVICES
Proceeds from this event will benefit EPI: EMPOWERING PEOPLE'S INDEPENDENCE https://www.epiny.org and its EPILEPSY PROGRAMS https://www.epiny.org/epilepsy. All money raised will help empower people with disabilities to reach their individual goals and aspirations, and to live the life of their choosing.
QUESTIONS?
Contact JILL JOHNSON at (310) 995-6810 or via email at [email protected].
* 5K Trail Run or Walk (timed)
* 10K Trail Run or Walk (timed)
* One-Mile Fun Run or Walk (untimed)
s
START & FINISH
5K AND 10K: These trail races will begin in the same location, JUST SOUTH OF CANFIELD RD https://springwatertrails.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/MendonPondsMap.png., across the street from the from Pine Woods Trail. The 5K and 10K courses will follow the North Meadow and East Esker trails.
ONE-MILE FUN RUN: This trail fun run will follow the PINE WOODS TRAIL https://springwatertrails.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/MendonPondsMap.png, on the north side of Canfield Rd.
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WALKERS & DOGS
Walkers are welcome to participate in all three races and dogs on leashes are also permitted.
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T-SHIRTS & AWARDS
T-shirts will be given to all participants who register ahead of time.
Awards will be given to the following age groups:
16 & Under
17-25
26 and Over
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LOCATION
Mendon Ponds Park
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PARKING
Please park in the Cobblestone House or Beach Area parking lots.
SPONSOR THE EVENT
PRESENTING SPONSOR: $10,000
IRON SPONSOR: $5,000
ULTRA SPONSOR: $2,500
EXTREME SPONSOR: $1,000
MARATHON SPONSOR: $500
CLICK HERE https://www.epiny.org/epi-fundraising-events/seize-the-day-amers-epilepsy-trail-run/sponsorship to learn more about sponsorship opportunities and to make your gift online.
Sponsorship can also be PAID BY A CHECK MADE OUT TO EPI and mailed to:
EPI
ATTN: 4TH ANNUAL SEIZE THE DAY
1650 SOUTH AVE.
ROCHESTER, NY 14620
Please contact Jill Johnson at [email protected] if you would like an invoice to process your sponsorship.
DONATE TO THE EVENT
CLICK HERE https://www.epiny.org/epi-fundraising-events/seize-the-day-amers-epilepsy-trail-run/sponsorship-donations to make a donation in support of the event.
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LEARN MORE ABOUT EPI & EPILEPSY SERVICES
Proceeds from this event will benefit EPI: EMPOWERING PEOPLE'S INDEPENDENCE https://www.epiny.org and its EPILEPSY PROGRAMS https://www.epiny.org/epilepsy. All money raised will help empower people with disabilities to reach their individual goals and aspirations, and to live the life of their choosing.
QUESTIONS?
Contact JILL JOHNSON at (310) 995-6810 or via email at [email protected].
Location
Mendon Ponds Park (just east of the intersection of Canfield and Douglas Roads), 85 Canfield Road, Mendon, 14534, NY, United States
4th Annual Seize the Day: Amer’s Epilepsy Trail Race 5k/10k and One Mile Walk/Fun Run
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