On Saturday, August 29th The Roger Tory Peterson Institute will host the 2026 Bird-Day Dash 10K! The event raises money to support programming and exhibitions at RTPI. The festivities celebrate Roger Tory Peterson's 118th birthday on August 28th. Proceeds from the Dash help keep Roger's legacy alive and well through Art That Matters to the Planet. Since 1994, RTPI has been committed to fostering an appreciation for nature through exhibitions of Art That Matters to the Planet. In addition to the race, we will host a post race gathering with face painting, food trucks, lawn games, and refreshments. Check-in and day of registration will start at 8:00 AM the day of the race. The race will start at 9:00 AM. There is a "Roadrunner" 10K run division, a "March of the Penguins" 5k fun run/walk division, and a 1 Mile "Duckling Dash" kids run on the grounds of RTPI. If you have any questions, please contact lmcsteen@rtpi.org. Learn more about the Roger Tory Peterson Institute
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 29.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Jamestown, NY.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
