A friendly 5K morning in a cypress swamp

Welcome spring at Shad Landing with a free 5K walk/run, check-in at 8:30 a.m., and an easy start along the Pocomoke.

Start date

18 April, 2026

End date

18 April, 2026 11:00 AM

Event details

On Maryland’s Lower Shore, spring arrives in shades of green along the Pocomoke River. The Tortoise & Hare Dare is a low-pressure 5K walk/run at Shad Landing, where boardwalks and trails cut through a cypress swamp that feels worlds away from the highway.

Check in early, enjoy the fresh air, and make a morning of it. After the finish, pack a picnic or explore the riverfront trails for wildlife sightings and quiet paddling water.