Experience the Cider Winders 5K
Forest Gumpers Trail Race Series, 1818 Farm & Cidery, and the Rotary Club of West Ottawa present the Cider Winders 5K.
Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time: 7pm start
This mid-July evening event is more than a race; it's a chance to support the amazing work for youth at the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre, with your pledge matched by the Rotary Club of West Ottawa. Whether you're lacing up for your very first 5k, a seasoned trail runner seeking new challenges, or simply looking for a fun social evening out, the Cider Winders 5k is for you! This event caters to every level of runner, fostering camaraderie and a shared love for running.
Our Course
Our course for the CW5K is certified by Athletics Canada.
Every Stride Counts
The Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre (DSYTC) is a non-profit, live-in, and community-based agency that is dedicated to helping youth (13-21) and families across Ontario overcome substance use and related issues and to achieve a healthier lifestyle. With separate evidence-based programs tailored to the specific needs of youth, it is the only Centre of its kind in Eastern Ontario.
The Rotary Club of West Ottawa will match pledges up to $2,500 from our registration page. Please consider supporting the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre. Please support our race benefactor, the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre, with a donation during the online registration process.
Unique Rewards Await
Every participant in the Cider Winders 5k will receive a one-of-a-kind Cider Winders glass to commemorate your achievement. For those with a competitive spirit, we're offering monetary prizes for the top 3 female and top 3 male finishers!
1st Place: $150 2nd Place: $100 3rd Place: $50
Post race, enjoy a delicious cider and sandwich made at the race site, perfect for refueling and socializing. Plus, you'll be entered to win fantastic draw prizes, compliments of Bushtukah. Be part of the unique draw for a custom t-shirt quilt! Don't miss out on these exclusive rewards and the chance to be part of something special.
Registration Fee: $50 Youth (18 & under): $25
Register early: maximum 150 participants
Souvenir t-shirts of the event are available for purchase at registration.