Sponsor the 2026 Oak Ridges Moraine Adventure Relay
What is the Adventure Relay?
The Oak Ridges Moraine Adventure Relay is the charitable fundraising event for the Oak Ridges Trail Association (ORTA). The race is an epic one-day adventure relay that will take place on Saturday, June 13 2026, drawing athletes and outdoor enthusiasts from across Ontario.
Spanning approximately 160km from Rice Lake to Aurora (with a shorter half-relay on the eastern course), the relay combines canoeing, mountain biking, road cycling, and trail running across the stunning Oak Ridges Moraine.
Who You’ll Reach
- Highly Active Outdoor Athletes & Adventure‑Seekers:A dedicated community of competitive and recreational runners, cyclists, paddlers, and adventure‑seekers who prioritizes health, fitness, wellness, active living, and continuous improvement and who invest in high‑quality gear, wellness products, and experiences.
- Environmentally ConsciousValues‑Driven Conservation Supporters:Socially conscious individuals and families who support environmental protection and are committed to supporting the ecological, cultural, and scenic integrity of the Moraine and preserving it for future generations.
- Community‑Connected Residents Across GTA and Beyond: A network of residents from across Durham and York Region who have strong local pride and actively support local businesses and charitable causes.
Your impact
The event shines a spotlight on the importance of conservation and environmental stewardship, supporting ORTA’s ongoing work to maintain over 280 km of trails across the Moraine — ensuring safe trails for thousands of Ontarians all year long and for future generations. This event raises funds for ORTA’s mission and brings together a passionate community of outdoor athletes and nature lovers.
The previous 2025 relay attracted 12 teams, 142 race participants along with 110 volunteers all after a five-year hiatus. The first relay was held in 2007, and since then it has become an iconic event. This year is expected to be the biggest yet— drawing 250-400 racers, volunteers, supporters, families, and local organizations across multiple municipalities in a collaborative effort to celebrate the Moraine.
Why partner with us
- Access a high‑value audience of active community members who are deeply engaged and brand‑loyal.
- Gain powerful, multi‑channel visibility through race‑day exposure, name and logo recognition and social media coverage.
- Demonstrate meaningful impact by supporting trail conservation, community wellbeing, and environmental stewardship across the Moraine.
Be the Power Behind an Epic Adventure
Help us raise funds for trail conservation while showcasing your brand to a passionate, active community. Sponsorship of the Adventure Relay extends into the local connected communities, generating recognition well beyond race day.
2026 Sponsorship Levels
1) Presenting Sponsor — $10,000 (1 available)
- Premium Recognition: Consistent recognition as presenting sponsor and premium logo placement on race website and all race material.
- On‑site Experience: On-site photo and promotion opportunities and speaking moment at start or finish line checkpoint.
- Visibility & Promotion: Prominent inclusion in all print/digital materials and logo on race bibs and on start and finish banners.
- Content & Digital: Prominent inclusion in all race related content, inclusion in official hashtags and a dedicated sponsor story/post, inclusion in highlight reel, monthly social posts, 1 newsletter feature.
- Legacy: Recognition in event impact report and as year‐round ORTA partner.
2) Full Race Sponsor — $5,000 (Up to 2 available)
The full race sponsorship includes prominent logo placement on race banners, bibs, and other materials, ensuring long-term visibility in post-race coverage.
- Visibility & Promotion:Prominent placement on race website (homepage and sponsor page) and inclusion in all print/digital materials and logo on race bibs and on start and finish banners.
- On‑site Experience:On-site photo and promotion opportunities.
- Content & Digital:Inclusion in all race related content, inclusion in official hashtags and a dedicated sponsor story/post, inclusion in highlight reel, monthly social posts, 1newsletter feature.
3) Community Checkpoint Sponsor — $1,000
Checkpoint sponsors can leverage physical promotion at race transition points, where participants and support teams stop and change racers.
- Visibility & Promotion:Attach your name to a checkpoint on the course (e.g., “Checkpoint 6 – Presented by [Your Business]”).
- On‑site Experience:On-site photo and promotion opportunities at checkpoint including providing branded flyers, giveaways, and refreshments.
- Content & Digital:Inclusion in checkpoint related content,logo placement on race website sponsor sub-page and race maps, a dedicated short-form“checkpoint reel” and inclusion in highlight reel.
- Please note, Checkpoint Sponsors are subject to landowner approval
4) Bib Sponsor — $500
- On‑site Experience:Logo placement on race bibs (featured alongside ORTA, the race, presenting,and full-race sponsor logos)
- Content & Digital:Logo placement on race website sponsor sub-page, a dedicated short-form“bib sponsor reel” and inclusion in highlight reel.
5) Friends of the Adventure Relay Race — $200
- Content & Digital:Logo placement on race website sponsor sub-page, and inclusion in highlight reel.
6) Prize & In‑Kind Sponsors — Flexible & Small Business Friendly
Make a meaningful impact and get your business in front of an engaged, community‑minded audience — without the commitment of a full sponsorship tier. Prize and in‑kind contributions are a powerful way for small businesses to shine.
Whether you offer gift cards, products, services, nutrition, hydration, gear, tents, first‑aid supplies, volunteer fuel, or waste‑management support, your contribution directly enhances the athlete experience and helps the event run smoothly.
- On‑site Experience:Visibility at the prize table, swag area, or podiumand mention during prize distribution.
- Content & Digital:Logoplacement on race website sponsor sub-page, adedicatedshort-form“Prize Sponsor” or “In-Kind Sponsor” reel and inclusion in highlight reel.
7) Charitable Donor
If a formal sponsorship isn’t the right fit, you can still make a powerful difference. As a registered charity, ORTA welcomes and deeply values all charitable donations, eligible amounts will receive a charitable receipt (where applicable) as per CRA guidelines. Your contribution directly supports ORTA’s trail maintenance, environmental stewardship, and the protection of the Oak Ridges Moraine.
Custom Sponsorship Opportunities
Every business has unique goals, and we’re committed to creating a partnership that fits yours. We’ll work together to design a flexible, high‑value sponsorship that aligns with your brand and makes a meaningful difference on the Moraine.
Race Geography
- Gore’s Landing, Rice Lake –Starting Line of Full-Relay
- Bewdley Waterfront –Starting Line of Half-Relay
- GanaraskaForest (2)
- Rural Clarington (2)
- Long Sault Conservation Area, Bowmanville
- Purple Woods Conservation Area, Oshawa
- The Trail Hub, Uxbridge- Finish Line of Half-Relay
- Walker Woods, Uxbridge
- Secord Forest, Goodwood
- Bloomington and Tenth Line, Lincolnville
- York Region Forest Hollidge Tract, Stouffville
- Jesse Thomson and McCowan Roads, Stouffville
- Evans Park, Aurora
- Aurora Family Leisure Complex- Finish Line of Full-Relay
Get in touch Today!
If you and your organization are interested in supporting this event or if you require more information, please reach out to us.
Contact: Jacquelin Heichert, Race Director, Oak Ridges Trail Association
Email: jacquelin@oakridgestrail.org
Phone: 647.457.2814
About Oak Ridges Trail Association (ORTA)
ORTA is a charitable hiking organization with a mandate to plan, promote, create, and maintain public recreational trails on the Oak Ridges Moraine, a vital natural corridor in Southern Ontario. Through trail maintenance, education, and events like the Adventure Relay, ORTA works to ensure the Moraine remains a vibrant, accessible resource for recreation and conservation.
Registered Charity Number: 892978164 RR0001
P.O. Box 28544 Aurora, Ontario, L4G 6S6
