Run, walk, or just get moo-ving and join Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary’s Team Annabelle at The Great Cow Harbor 10K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, September 17. This family-friendly fundraising event supports the animals at the Northport sanctuary which is home to more than 40 rescued animals, including Annabelle the cow, goats, sheep, alpacas, chickens, ducks, peafowl, and turkeys. Caring for the animals runs about $100,000 a year and all event proceeds go toward covering those expenses which include hay, feed, bedding, and veterinary care. The run is the Farm's sixth annual Team Annabelle & Friends fundraising event and the organization's largest fundraiser of the year.

 

Runner's World has named the Great Cow Harbor 10K Run as one of the top 100 races in the USA. To support Team Annabelle, join a team of runners or walkers or sponsor a team by making a tax deductible donation – a donation of any size will help. Visit Team Annabelle for more information.

 

Photo courtesy of Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary

Funds help support the animals and a community landmark

 

The Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary is a longtime favorite community landmark in Northport Village. It is a volunteer-based, not-for-profit organization and relies fully on private donations to feed, house, and provide veterinary care for each of its animal residents for life. The Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary is also a favorite gathering spot for the community who are welcome to visit the animals at the historic landmark which dates back to the mid 1800s.

 

Photo courtesy of Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary

Visiting the Farm

The Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary is located at Burt Avenue in Northport. Call the Farm at (631) 261-6320 or visit its Facebook page for event and farm updates or to inquire about visiting days and hours. For additional information, visit the Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary website and follow the Farm on Instagram, @lewisoliverfarmsanctuary.

The Great Cow Harbor 10K takes place on September 17 at 8:30 a.m. The race begins at the William J Brosnan School on Laurel Avenue in Northport. Visit Team Annabelle to donate or join the team.

Photo courtesy of Lewis Oliver Farm Sanctuary