This Race is for the Birds!

Saturday, April 20, 2024 Past event

9:00 AM EDT

Gerrardstown, West Virginia

$27.50–$48.70 · 3 races

5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 24th annual "This Race is for the Birds!" taking place on Saturday, April 20, 2024, in the scenic town of Gerrardstown, Berkeley. This exciting event offers both in-person and virtual race options, featuring a 5K walk/run and a 10K run. The in-person races kick off at 9:00 AM at the picturesque Broomgrass Farm Community, where participants will enjoy non-technical cross-country trails that meander through beautiful fields and woods alongside Back Creek.

For those who prefer to participate from home, the virtual option allows you to complete the 5K or 10K distance through running, walking, biking, hiking, or any creative method you choose. Just be sure to register by March 20 to secure your t-shirt and take advantage of lower registration fees! This event not only promotes health and wellness but also supports vital conservation efforts, making it a meaningful experience for all. Join us for a day of outdoor adventure and community spirit!

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Races

10k Run/Jog

Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

In-person event on April 20th will begin at 9am on the trails of Broomgrass.

9:00 AM EDT

$48.70

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5k Run/Walk

Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

In-person event on April 20th will begin at 9am on the trails of Broomgrass.

9:00 AM EDT

$38.10

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Virtual 5k and 10k
Virtual

Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

Participants may run, walk, bike, hike, paddle, or complete the distance another way by April 20. Participants will email their distance, time, and any photos they would like to share to [email protected] with the subject My Results.

9:00 AM EDT

$27.50

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Organiser's description

Join us for the 24th annual _This Race is for the Birds!_

This year, we are again offering in-person events and virtual 5K and 10K events. All events require registration. Register by March 20th to guarantee a t-shirt and lock in lower registration fees.

* IN-PERSON 5K WALK/RUN AND 10K RUN:
In-person events will be held on April 20 at 9:00am at the Broomgrass Farm Community https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/business/wp/2018/08/02/feature/farm-community-in-west-virginia-aims-to-be-a-model-for-restricting-development. Enjoy the adventure of running or walking on non-technical cross-country trails that wind through fields and woods and along beautiful Back Creek. The events will be held rain or shine.
* VIRTUAL 5K AND 10K RUN/WALK/OTHER:
Virtual participants may choose between running, walking, biking, hiking or another way to complete the distances between now and April 20. Feel free to get creative! Participants will then email their results or photos to [email protected] with the subject My Results.

Our race website https://www.potomacaudubon.org/race should be able to answer most questions; however, if you have others, feel free to email our Race Director at [email protected]

As this is a fundraiser for PVAS, no refunds will be offered, and the funds will still go to supporting the important work we do preserving, restoring and enjoying the natural world through education and action. We are happy to send you a donation receipt upon request. Please get in touch with us at [email protected] with any questions you may have.

See you on the trails!