Run for the Acorns
- Date Fri 3rd October 2025 - Sat 4th October 2025
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location East Bethany, New York
- Price $12.50 - $33.30
- Races 4 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor experience at the Run for the Acorns, taking place from October 3rd to October 4th, 2025, in the scenic East Bethany, Genesee County. This exciting event features both a 5K and 10K trail run on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at the beautiful Genesee County Park & Forest. Participants will have the option to join the race in person or take advantage of a virtual running option.
The courses wind through picturesque trails, offering a mix of single and double track paths alongside a tranquil creek and rolling hills, providing an estimated 100 feet of climb for an added challenge. Runners will appreciate the well-marked trails, designed for both safety and enjoyment. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual participant, this event promises an unforgettable experience connecting people with nature. Plus, all proceeds support the non-profit Acorns, dedicated to enhancing the park experience through outdoor learning and fun. Lace-up your shoes and join us for an inspiring weekend!
The courses wind through picturesque trails, offering a mix of single and double track paths alongside a tranquil creek and rolling hills, providing an estimated 100 feet of climb for an added challenge. Runners will appreciate the well-marked trails, designed for both safety and enjoyment. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual participant, this event promises an unforgettable experience connecting people with nature. Plus, all proceeds support the non-profit Acorns, dedicated to enhancing the park experience through outdoor learning and fun. Lace-up your shoes and join us for an inspiring weekend!
Organiser's Description
2024 RUN FOR THE ACORNS - 5K/10K TRAIL RUN
SUNDAY OCTOBER 6, 2024 WITH VIRTUAL OPTION
COME JOIN US AT THE GENESEE COUNTY PARK & FOREST SUNDAY ON OCTOBER 6, 2024. IF YOU CAN'T MAKE IT THAT DAY THERE WILL BE A VIRTUAL OPTION TO RUN THE 5K OR 10K COURSE AT THE PARK BETWEEN 7AM FRIDAY OCTOBER 4 AND 5PM SATURDAY OCTOBER 5, 2024 USING THE MOBILE RACEJOY TRACKING APP. BOTH THE 5K AND 10KCOURSES ARE MARKED WITH SIGNS AND DIRECTION ARROWS, AND THE APP TRACKS THE COURSES USING GPS POINTS. YOUR START AND FINISH TIMES WILL BE RECORDED AND POSTED TO THE RESULTS AUTOMATICALLY.
THE COURSES ARE ON SINGLE AND DOUBLE TRACK TRAILS THROUGH THE FOREST, ALONG A CREEK AND UP AND DOWN ROLLING HILLS IN THE GENESEE COUNTY PARK & FOREST, WITH AN ESTIMATED 100 FEET OF CLIMB IN THE 10K LOOP. TRAILS ARE VERY WIDE AND EASY TO NEGOTIATE (ROCKS AND ROOTS ARE CLEARLY MARKED FOR SAFETY). THE COURSES START ON ASPHALT AND THEN LEAD INTO THE WOODS FOR A TRULY BEAUTIFUL RUN THROUGH THE COUNTRYSIDE.
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT ACORNS, A NON-PROFIT 501(C)(3) "FRIENDS OF THE PARK" GROUP THAT SUPPORTS THE GENESEE COUNTY PARKS BY CONNECTING PEOPLE WITH NATURE THROUGH OUTDOOR LEARNING, EDUCATION AND FUN!
SUNDAY OCTOBER 6, 2024 WITH VIRTUAL OPTION
COME JOIN US AT THE GENESEE COUNTY PARK & FOREST SUNDAY ON OCTOBER 6, 2024. IF YOU CAN'T MAKE IT THAT DAY THERE WILL BE A VIRTUAL OPTION TO RUN THE 5K OR 10K COURSE AT THE PARK BETWEEN 7AM FRIDAY OCTOBER 4 AND 5PM SATURDAY OCTOBER 5, 2024 USING THE MOBILE RACEJOY TRACKING APP. BOTH THE 5K AND 10KCOURSES ARE MARKED WITH SIGNS AND DIRECTION ARROWS, AND THE APP TRACKS THE COURSES USING GPS POINTS. YOUR START AND FINISH TIMES WILL BE RECORDED AND POSTED TO THE RESULTS AUTOMATICALLY.
THE COURSES ARE ON SINGLE AND DOUBLE TRACK TRAILS THROUGH THE FOREST, ALONG A CREEK AND UP AND DOWN ROLLING HILLS IN THE GENESEE COUNTY PARK & FOREST, WITH AN ESTIMATED 100 FEET OF CLIMB IN THE 10K LOOP. TRAILS ARE VERY WIDE AND EASY TO NEGOTIATE (ROCKS AND ROOTS ARE CLEARLY MARKED FOR SAFETY). THE COURSES START ON ASPHALT AND THEN LEAD INTO THE WOODS FOR A TRULY BEAUTIFUL RUN THROUGH THE COUNTRYSIDE.
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT ACORNS, A NON-PROFIT 501(C)(3) "FRIENDS OF THE PARK" GROUP THAT SUPPORTS THE GENESEE COUNTY PARKS BY CONNECTING PEOPLE WITH NATURE THROUGH OUTDOOR LEARNING, EDUCATION AND FUN!
Races
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10k Run (In Person)
Incl. $3.30 Fee & Long-Sleeved Tech Race Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.30
OPENS 18 JUN -
5k Run/Walk (In Person)
Incl. $3.30 Fee & Long-Sleeved Tech Race Shirt
Sun 5th October 2025 (9:15AM EDT)
$33.30
OPENS 18 JUN -
Virtual 10k Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Long-Sleeved Tech Race Shirt
$12.50
OPENS 18 JUN -
Virtual 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Long-Sleeved Tech Race Shirt
$12.50
OPENS 18 JUN
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