Summer & Fall 2026 Programs & Events

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The Quarry Farm 5K: The Carl Nelson Seitz Memorial
Saturday, October 3, 10 a.m.
(check-in opens 8:45 a.m.)
Join us for the annual 5K walk/run and help us celebrate the date that founder Carl Seitz’ was born! He was Dad and Grandpa to the Seitz family and one of the people who preserved The Quarry Farm for future generations. Walkers and runners will start at the Seitz Family Pavilion. Check-in is from 8:45 to 9:30 a.m. Please present ID to receive participation packet. The 5K run/walk will start at 10 a.m. (line-up at 9:55 a.m.) The race will be held rain or shine (unless there is lightning) so please dress appropriately and wear layers if necessary. Entry forms are available here. Print and complete the registration and mail with entry fee to The Quarry Farm, 14321 Road 7L, Pandora, OH 45877 or register the day of the event.

Walk the Slipper Mile
Saturday, October 3, 10:15 a.m.
After the walkers and runners take off from the 5K start at the Seitz Family Pavilion, we are adding some goofy, fun to the morning with a SLIPPER MILE! Wear your craziest pair of slippers to mosey on down to the historic and scenic CR M6 bridge and back. The first person to make it back to the finish will win a crazy hat to match your slippers. Everyone will get a cookie. Check-in at 9:30 a.m. Register with $10 the day of the event, with all proceeds to benefit the farm animal sanctuary.

Fall Bird Migration Hike 2026
Saturday, October 10, 9 a.m.
Birds are everywhere, all the time, doing fascinating things. Right now they are moving from their northerly summer homes to winter retreats. Dress for the weather and bring your binoculars as we document the many species of birds that move through the fall color in Northwest Ohio. All recorded species will be submitted to the international Great Backyard Bird Count. The event is free but donations are appreciated.