Earth Day Half Marathon
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Earth Day Half Marathon, 5K and Relay : April 17, 2027
The event marks its 13th anniversary in 2027 and is held in Baldwinsville, New York, at Corner Rt. 370 and Vann Road. The start, finish and post-race gathering are located at Emmi Farm's Greenhouse, with parking nearby within walking distance. All participants receive a tree to plant.
The in-person program includes a half marathon and a two-person half marathon relay plus a 5K. The half marathon is mostly a loop on low-traffic country roads with rolling hills and a notable set of hills around miles 8 and 9. The two-person relay divides the half distance so each runner covers 6.55 miles; the first leg is mostly rolling with a downhill bias, and the second leg includes three named climbs: Baby Bear, Mama Bear and Papa Bear. The 5K is an out-and-back course along two fairly flat stretches of country road. Virtual options mirror the distances and must be completed during the month of April 2027; race packets for virtual entrants will be mailed about one week before the event.
The event benefits Baldwinsville Meals on Wheels and the Baldwinsville Sports Booster Club. Scenic views along the courses include rolling farmland, pastures with cows and horses, and a lookout at Beaver Lake. Baldwinsville sits about 15 miles northwest of Syracuse; typical April temperatures range from the high 40s to the mid 50s. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
