IronPooch Bolton Valley, Vermont - 2026
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 10:00AM EDT
- Location Richmond, Vermont
- Price Free - $75.00
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the inaugural IronPooch event, taking place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at the stunning Bolton Valley Resort in Richmond, Chittenden, Vermont! This exciting event invites dog owners to join in a day filled with adventure, featuring trail races, canicross races, and thrilling obstacle course races designed for both dogs and their humans. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual participant, IronPooch offers an inclusive and family-friendly atmosphere perfect for all ages and abilities.
Beyond the races, attendees can indulge in delicious food, enjoy live music, and explore a vibrant vendor village showcasing local businesses and nonprofit animal organizations. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to bond with your furry friends while enjoying the great outdoors! Mark your calendars for October 3, and prepare for a day of fun, fitness, and furry companionship at IronPooch!
Beyond the races, attendees can indulge in delicious food, enjoy live music, and explore a vibrant vendor village showcasing local businesses and nonprofit animal organizations. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to bond with your furry friends while enjoying the great outdoors! Mark your calendars for October 3, and prepare for a day of fun, fitness, and furry companionship at IronPooch!
Organiser's Description
Welcome to the first ever IronPooch event, hosted by Bolton Valley Resort in Vermont on October 3, 2026!
IronPooch hosts trail races, canicross races, and obstacle course races for dog-owners to run (or walk!) with their best friends. Our events bring together amateurs, experienced athletes, nonprofit animal organizations, local vendors, and their dogs for an inclusive, family-friendly event. Come for the racecourses or for the food, music, and dog events at race & vendor village.
_Designed for amateurs and athletes of all ages and abilities._
_*Attention: racing and non-racing participants of this event must sign this waiver, even if spectating at the base area. Please include the names and details of all people and dogs who will accompany you to the event, have them sign, or sign for any of your underage dependents_.
_**In case of inclement weather, the rain date is the following day, Sunday, October 4, and participants will be notified by the evening of Friday, October 2. _
IronPooch hosts trail races, canicross races, and obstacle course races for dog-owners to run (or walk!) with their best friends. Our events bring together amateurs, experienced athletes, nonprofit animal organizations, local vendors, and their dogs for an inclusive, family-friendly event. Come for the racecourses or for the food, music, and dog events at race & vendor village.
_Designed for amateurs and athletes of all ages and abilities._
_*Attention: racing and non-racing participants of this event must sign this waiver, even if spectating at the base area. Please include the names and details of all people and dogs who will accompany you to the event, have them sign, or sign for any of your underage dependents_.
_**In case of inclement weather, the rain date is the following day, Sunday, October 4, and participants will be notified by the evening of Friday, October 2. _
Races
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Long Course (4-6 Mi); Trail, Canicross & Obstacle Race
Sat 3rd October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
$75.00
CLOSEDThe 10K is the longer of our two courses, with both races sharing the same start and finish area. The course is approximately 46 miles and features a mix of grassy ski trails, single-track trails and dirt/gravel utility roads, with a moderate elevation profile and possible light obstacles. A water and aid station will be positioned approximately halfway through the course for runners and their dogs. Human and canine medical staff will be on course for safety. -
Short Course (2mi); Trail & Obstacle Course
Sat 3rd October 2026 (10:30AM EDT)
$75.00
CLOSEDThe shorter of our two courses, covering approximately 2 miles over moderate terrain. It is designed to be approachable for runners, hikers and walkers of a range of ages and abilitiesdogs and humans alike. The course includes grassy ski trails, single-track trails, dirt/gravel utility roads and mild obstacles. Human and canine medical staff will be on course for safety. -
Non-Racing Participants & Attendees
Sat 3rd October 2026 (10:00AM EDT)
Free
CLOSEDNot racing? There's still plenty to do. We've got lots of fun for non-racers as well! Our race village features lots of local sponsors and vendors who offer free schwag and discounted gear to attendees. These sponsors and vendors are usually local canine-focused businesses such as pet stores, dog gear retailers, pet grooming shops, doggy daycare/boarding facilities, and more.
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4302 Bolton Valley Access Rd, Richmond, 05477, VT, United States
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