2025 Jared Anez Eagle Lake Race Series

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From Kami Anez

  • Date Sat 2nd August 2025
  • Time 7:00AM CDT
  • Location Willmar, Minnesota
  • Price Free - $64.60
  • Races 8 races
  • Distances 5km, Half Marathon

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Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun and fitness at the 8th Annual Jared Anez Eagle Lake Race Series, taking place on Saturday, August 2, 2025, in the vibrant community of Willmar, Kandiyohi. Organized by the dedicated Kami Anez, this exciting event features an array of races including a challenging Half Marathon (13.1 miles), a lively 5K Run/Walk, and a delightful Kids Fun Run for children aged 10 and under. Participants can also enjoy a friendly Bean Bag Tournament, making this a perfect day for families and friends to come together in celebration.

Join us as we honor the legacy of Jared Anez, a beloved figure in the Willmar community, and contribute to a wonderful cause. Proceeds from the race will fund scholarships for local high school students pursuing education in STEM fields, with over $77,000 awarded in scholarships over the past eight years. Whether you're a seasoned runner, a family looking for some fun, or just want to cheer on participants, the Jared Anez Eagle Lake Race Series promises an uplifting atmosphere filled with community spirit. Don't miss out on this fantastic event—register by July 19 to guarantee your race T-shirt and be a part of this meaningful

Organiser's Description

WELCOME TO THE 8TH ANNUAL JARED ANEZ EAGLE LAKE RACE SERIES!

THE MORNING'S EVENTS INCLUDE: HALF MARATHON, 5K RUN/WALK, KIDS FUN RUN, and BEAN BAG TOURNAMENT!

NEW FOR 2015: ICE CREAM TRUCK AND A TRIBUTE TO TIM CAYLER



HALF MARATHON: 13.1 miles. This is included in the Glacial Lakes Championship Running Series and each finisher will be awarded points in the series along with a finisher's medal and gift. The course will be supported through 3 hours; after 3 hours, you are considered a self-supported pedestrian. All in-person participants are eligible for overall and age group awards. Participants will receive a race T-shirt with their race packet (guaranteed if registered by July 19).

PLEASE NOTE START TIME: THE PUBLISHED FLYER HAS THE WRONG START TIME FOR THE 1/2 MARATHON. THE WEBSITE HAS THE CORRECT START TIME.

7:00 AM IS THE CORRECT START FOR THE 1/2 MARATHON. WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE PRINTING ERROR.



5K: Participants are welcome as runners or walkers; strollers or wagons are welcome. No pets, please. Participants will receive a race T-shirt with their race packet (guaranteed if registered by July 19).



VIRTUAL HALF MARATHON AND VIRTUAL 5K: Virtual race submissions will not be eligible for awards or Glacial Lakes Championship Running Series points. All virtual Half Marathon finishers will receive their race medal in the mail after their race submission.



KIDS FUN RUN: Kids 10 and under are welcome to run or walk the Kids Fun Run at 9:00 am - it's FREE! Each participant in the Fun Run will run through the finish line arch and receive a ribbon. The Kids Fun Run will start and end near the race finish line. You may sign up for the free kids fun run but registration is not required.



BEAN BAG TOURNAMENT: For those who want to participate in the day's events without running, this is for you! Each 2-person team should register before August 1 if possible, but we will also take same day registration before 8:00am. 2-Person Team Entry is $30. Tossing begins around 8:15 am. If there is unfavorable weather, the bean bag tournament will be held indoors in the Big Red Gym.



Jared Anez was a father, husband, local agriculture business owner, school board chairman, and an active member of the Willmar community who passed away unexpectedly in March of 2017. Jared was passionate about education, family, faith, and a healthy, active lifestyle. These values are demonstrated daily by Jared's wife, Kami, and their 6 children, Sam, Savannah, Harley, Jonas, Sullivan and Lawson and we are grateful for everything they bring to the Willmar community. We are honoring Jared's legacy and the Anez Family's commitment to education and community with this race series.



We are proud to celebrate Jared's legacy by funding scholarships from race proceeds for high school students pursuing post-secondary education in a STEM-related field. Last year, for the graduating class of 2024, the Jared Anez Memorial gave $10,500 to the Willmar High School and New London-Spicer High School Scholarship Programs! A total sum of $77,000 in scholarships has been given over the last eight years. We couldn't make this contribution to high school students each year without the donations from our community sponsors, donors, volunteers, and all of the participants who choose to run and toss with us! Thank you to all of you!

Races

  • 5k Adult Registration

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt Guaranteed With Registration Through July 19th

    Sat 2nd August 2025 (8:15AM CDT)

    $27.50

    Participants are guaranteed this year's race t-shirt in their chosen size if registered by July 19th.
  • 5k Student Registration (17 Yrs and Under)

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt Guaranteed With Registration Through July 19th.

    Sat 2nd August 2025 (8:15AM CDT)

    $16.90

    Participants are guaranteed this year's race t-shirt in their chosen size if registered by July 19th.
  • Half Marathon Adult Registration

    Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt Guaranteed With Registration Through July 19th

    Sat 2nd August 2025 (7:00AM CDT)

    $64.60

    Participants are guaranteed this year's race t-shirt in their chosen size if registered by July 19th.
  • Half Marathon Student Registration (17 Years Old and Younger)

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt Guaranteed With Registration Through July 19th

    Sat 2nd August 2025 (7:00AM CDT)

    $54.00

    Participants are guaranteed this year's race t-shirt in their chosen size if registered by July 19th.
  • Virtual 5K

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt Guaranteed With Registration Through July 19th

    $22.20

    Participants are guaranteed this year's race t-shirt in their chosen size if registered by July 19th.
  • Virtual Half Marathon

    Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt Guaranteed With Registration Through July 19th.

    $43.40

    Participants are guaranteed this year's race t-shirt in their chosen size if registered by July 19th.
  • Kids Fun Run

    Sat 2nd August 2025 (9:00AM CDT)

    Free

  • Bean Bag Tournament 2-Person Team Entry

    Incl. $2.80 Fee

    Sat 2nd August 2025 (8:15AM CDT)

    $32.80

    There are no age categories for this tournament.

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2701 30th ST NE, Willmar, 56201, MN, United States

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