
From the Organizer
Event Schedule:
7:00 am Packet Pickup/Registration Opens
8:00 am Kids Fun Run Mile
8:30 am The Christopher A. Taddeo Memorial 5K Run
Awards Ceremony will follow at the conclusion of the race.
Course: Scenic, fast and flat paved routes which follow along Oneida Lake. The courses are USATF certified (5k: #NY17033JG), and water is provided at various spots.
Special awards for the top male and female 5k finishers, plus the first three in the following age groups: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-29, then 10 year age groups to age 70+
Timing & Results for all races provided by Leone Timing
Facilities: Facilities are limited, so come dressed to run.
Race Packets: Packets can be picked up starting at 7:00 am on race day at the Oneida Shores Pavilion adjacent to the start/finish line.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
80°
Typical Low
58°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Brewerton Lock 23, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
388 ft
Nearest Airport
SYR
Syracuse Hancock International Airport · 8 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
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The 46th Annual Swamp Rat Runs
Aug 8, 2026