Event Description
❄️ Frosty Feet Snowshoe 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk ❄️
Middle River Park • Machias, Maine
Saturday February 21st, Tentatively set for 10am
Presented by Bold Coast Runners in partnership with the Downeast Coastal Conservancy
As part of the DCC Winter Family Fun Day - Event details coming soon!
Kick off winter with cold air, crunchy snow, and warm community spirit at the Frosty Feet Snowshoe 5K! Hosted by Bold Coast Runners in partnership with the Downeast Coastal Conservancy, this scenic 5K and 1 mile snowshoe run/walk winds through the winter trails of Middle River Park and is the kick off event of DCC’s popular Winter Family Fun Day.
Whether you’re a seasoned snowshoer, a runner looking for a fun winter challenge, or a family eager to try something new, Frosty Feet Snowshoe is designed to be welcoming, festive, and accessible. Participants are encouraged to move at their own pace while enjoying the beauty of the park and supporting local conservation and outdoor recreation.
Event Highlights
- ❄️ Scenic 5K or 1mi snowshoe course on park trails (Course TBD based on conditions)
- 👟 Open to all abilities — run, jog, walk or hike!
- 🤝 A community partnership celebrating recreation, conservation, and winter fun!
- 🔥 Post-race festivities including winter activities, warming fires, hot cocoa and cookies!
- 🎉 Part of the Downeast Coastal Conservancy Winter Family Fun Day, full details coming soon.
Snowshoes are required if conditions allow (limited loaner pairs may be available—check back soon.)
Come for the race, stay for the fun, and enjoy a winter day outdoors with friends, family, and neighbors. Bundle up, bring your winter spirit, and earn your Frosty Feet!
Weather Disclaimer - This event will be held with or without snow. However, the Frosty Feet and DCC's Winter Family Fun Day are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather.
About Snowshoe Running - Snowshoe running is a beginner-friendly way to keep running through the winter. The snowshoes spread your weight so you don’t sink as much, making snowy trails doable while adding a fun strength and cardio boost. If you’re new, start with a relaxed jog/walk and focus on steady, short steps. For intermediate/advanced runners, it’s a great chance to build power and balance—expect effort levels to feel higher than normal running, so pace by breathing and enjoy the winter challenge.
About the Partners
Bold Coast Runners is a Washington County–based running club dedicated to building community through inclusive, welcoming running and outdoor events. From road races and trail runs to snowshoe events, Bold Coast Runners works to make fitness fun, accessible, and connected to the places we love across Downeast Maine and the Canadian borderlands.
Downeast Coastal Conservancy (DCC) is a regional land trust committed to conserving the wild and working landscapes of Downeast Maine while providing opportunities for people to enjoy the outdoors. Through trail stewardship, community events, and environmental education, DCC helps ensure special places like Middle River Park remain protected and accessible for generations to come.
Together, Bold Coast Runners and Downeast Coastal Conservancy are proud to partner on the Frosty Feet Snowshoe run/walk, celebrating winter recreation, community connection, and the shared goal of enjoying and protecting Downeast Maine’s outdoor spaces.
