Alzheimers 30-minute Run/Walk Challenge
Saturday, July 15, 2023
Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Mt Vernon, Kentucky
$25.00 · 2 races
5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Alzheimer's 30-Minute Run/Walk Challenge on Saturday, July 15, 2023, at the scenic Renfro Valley in Mt. Vernon, Rockcastle! This unique event invites participants to cover as much distance as possible within a thrilling 30-minute timeframe. It's not about speed; it's about how far you can go and make it back in time, so don’t forget to bring your stopwatch!
This event is not only a fun challenge, but it also supports a vital cause—the Alzheimer's Association, dedicated to advancing research and improving care for those affected by Alzheimer's disease. Participants can honor their loved ones with a personalized Forget-Me-Not poster displayed during the event, with proceeds going to the cause. Enjoy a morning of fitness, community spirit, and meaningful contributions while competing for overall and age group awards based on distance. Whether you walk or run, this event promises to be an inspiring experience for all ages. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while having fun!
This event is not only a fun challenge, but it also supports a vital cause—the Alzheimer's Association, dedicated to advancing research and improving care for those affected by Alzheimer's disease. Participants can honor their loved ones with a personalized Forget-Me-Not poster displayed during the event, with proceeds going to the cause. Enjoy a morning of fitness, community spirit, and meaningful contributions while competing for overall and age group awards based on distance. Whether you walk or run, this event promises to be an inspiring experience for all ages. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while having fun!
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Races
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30-minute Run Challenge
Includes Soft Style 65/35 poly/ring spun cotton blend T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$25.00
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30-minute Walk Challenge
Includes Soft Style 65/35 poly/ring spun cotton blend T-Shirt
Entries closed8:00 AM EDT
$25.00
Organiser's description
ON THE BEAUTIFUL OUT-AND-BACK COURSE AT RENFRO VALLEY, YOULL HAVE 30 MINUTES TO COVER AS MUCH GROUND AS POSSIBLE. IN THIS EXPERIMENTAL EVENT, WE WANT TO KNOW: HOW FAR CAN YOU GO AND STILL GET BACK IN TIME? YOULL WANT TO BRING A STOPWATCH FOR THIS ONE. OVERALL AND AGE GROUP AWARDS GIVEN FOR DISTANCE, NOT TIME.
Proceeds benefit the Alzheimers Association whose mission is to eliminate Alzheimers disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
In addition, you may honor or remember your loved ones with a personalized Forget-Me-Not poster to be displayed during the Rockcastle Run/Walk for Alzheimers. Posters are available for a $5 donation for race participants; or $10 for non-participants. For more information, contact Jana Bray at [email protected] or 606-256-7880.
EVENT DETAILS:
Saturday, July 13, 2024. Race start time 8:00 a.m. EST at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center
Packet pickup is open 7:00 - 7:50 a.m.
$20 pre-registration fee, deadline Monday, July 1. After July 1, cost is $25 through race day. EXTENDED DEADLINE: Wednesday, July 3!
Participants will receive a custom race t-shirt. (Please Note: Shirt not guaranteed after pre-registration deadline.)
Countywide Stride series race 7 of 12
NEW! COUNTY-WIDE STRIDE KIDS CLUB - AGE 12-UNDER RUN/WALK FREE (NO SHIRT INCLUDED), AWARDS GIVEN.
Awards (for distance in 30 minutes, not fastest time)
Overall male and female race winner
Top three male and female runners in each of the following age groups: 12-under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80+
Top three fastest male and female walkers
SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS:
* Lifeline-Rockcastle Home Health
Proceeds benefit the Alzheimers Association whose mission is to eliminate Alzheimers disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
In addition, you may honor or remember your loved ones with a personalized Forget-Me-Not poster to be displayed during the Rockcastle Run/Walk for Alzheimers. Posters are available for a $5 donation for race participants; or $10 for non-participants. For more information, contact Jana Bray at [email protected] or 606-256-7880.
EVENT DETAILS:
Saturday, July 13, 2024. Race start time 8:00 a.m. EST at Renfro Valley Entertainment Center
Packet pickup is open 7:00 - 7:50 a.m.
$20 pre-registration fee, deadline Monday, July 1. After July 1, cost is $25 through race day. EXTENDED DEADLINE: Wednesday, July 3!
Participants will receive a custom race t-shirt. (Please Note: Shirt not guaranteed after pre-registration deadline.)
Countywide Stride series race 7 of 12
NEW! COUNTY-WIDE STRIDE KIDS CLUB - AGE 12-UNDER RUN/WALK FREE (NO SHIRT INCLUDED), AWARDS GIVEN.
Awards (for distance in 30 minutes, not fastest time)
Overall male and female race winner
Top three male and female runners in each of the following age groups: 12-under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-79; 80+
Top three fastest male and female walkers
SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS:
* Lifeline-Rockcastle Home Health
Location
2380 Richmond St, Mt Vernon, 40456, KY, United States
Alzheimers 30-minute Run/Walk Challenge
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