Arbor Day: Run for Earth NYC

Saturday, April 27, 2024 Past event
7:30 AM EDT
New York
$38.10–$48.70 · 5 races
5km, 10km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join the excitement on Saturday, April 27, 2024, for the Arbor Day: Run for Earth NYC, taking place in the vibrant Bronx, New York! This unique event invites runners of all ages and paces to come together to celebrate Arbor Day while promoting environmental awareness. Participants will enjoy a stress-free run, with the option to walk or jog, and will receive a special Earth stress ball to remind them of the importance of caring for our planet.

With limited spots available in small waves of just 15-20 participants, this intimate event is sure to sell out quickly! Runners will have the chance to make a positive impact, as a tree will be planted on their behalf with every registration through One Tree Planted. Each participant will receive a race swag bag, including a running t-shirt and finisher's medal, shipped directly to their address. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fun and fulfilling day outdoors! Whether you choose to join us in person or opt for the virtual run option, your participation helps support a greener Earth. Sign up today and be part of this meaningful celebration!

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Races

  • 5k Registration

    Incl. $3.22 Fee & Running Shirt + Packet

    7:30 AM EDT

    $40.22

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  • 10k Registration

    Incl. $3.52 Fee & Running Shirt + Packet

    7:30 AM EDT

    $45.52

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  • 13.1 Registration

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & Running Shirt + Packet

    7:30 AM EDT

    $48.70

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  • Virtual Run Registration

    Virtual

    Incl. $3.22 Fee & Running Shirt + Packet

    7:30 AM EDT

    $40.22

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  • Family Fun Run (1 Mile)

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    7:30 AM EDT

    $38.10

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Organiser's description

CELEBRATE ARBOR DAY AND RUN FOR EARTH! EVERY RUNNER WILL GET AN EARTH STRESS BALL AFTER THE RUN TO DE-STRESS AND REMIND US OF THE EARTH WE LIVE IN UNDER STRESS. BUT THERE'S ALWAYS SOMETHING WE CAN DO. WHEN YOU RUN, WE'LL ALSO PLANT A TREE AT ONE TREE PLANTED ON YOUR BEHALF.

OVERVIEW:
RUN WILL SELL-OUT QUICK! WE WILL CLOSE OFF WAVES THE MOMENT THEY FILL UP. IF WAVES ARE SOLD OUT, YOU CAN SIGN-UP FOR THE VIRTUAL RUN OPTION OR WAIT LIST.

THIS SMALL, PRIVATE GROUP RUN IS CAPPED AT JUST 15-20 PARTICIPANTS PER WAVE.

ALL PACES AND AGES (UNDER 18 WITH GUARDIAN) ARE WELCOME - RUN OR WALK!

THERE'S NO EQUIPMENT OR SETUP, THIS IS JUST A PURE RUN WITH OUR COORDINATORS TO SUPPORT YOU!

TIMING:

THIS IS A STRESS FREE RUN TO SUPPORT YOU IN ACHIEVING YOUR GOALS!

- NO TIMING CHIPS.

- TIMING (OPTIONAL): OUR COORDINATORS CAN HELP YOU KEEP YOUR TIME USING BIB NUMBERS GIVEN OUT ON RACE DAY! PLEASE TELL OUR COORDINATOR ON RACE DAY AND THEY WILL WALK YOU THROUGH AN EASY PROCESS OF NOTING YOUR START AND STOP TIME, TO REPORT YOUR FINAL RESULTS!

WHAT YOU GET (SWAG BAG):

- RUNNING T-SHIRT (SHIPPED TO THE ADDRESS YOU REGISTER WITH - US ONLY)

- FINISHER'S TOWEL OR GIVEAWAY

- FINISHER'S MEDAL! (SHIPPED - EMAIL US AFTER THE RUN)

- TRAINING PACK & FREE GIVEAWAYS

- (OPTIONAL) WE NOW HAVE TECHNICAL RUNNING SHIRTS. THESE LIGHTWEIGHT, MOISTURE WICKING SHIRTS CAN BE UPGRADED FOR JUST $5 MORE.

PACKET PICKUP:

NO HASSLE OF PICKING UP PACKETS REQUIRED!

-SWAG SHIPPED DIRECT TO YOUR ADDRESS (PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU PROVIDE YOUR FULL, CORRECT US MAILING ADDRESS INCLUDING APARTMENT NUMBER AND CHECK SPELLING)

- RACE BIBS ARE PROVIDED ON RACE DAY

WHEN WILL I GET MY SWAG?

YOU WILL GET YOUR SHIRT AT YOUR MAILING ADDRESS THE WEEK OF YOUR RACE.

RACE UPDATES:

WE WILL EMAIL YOU A FINAL UPDATE THE WEDNESDAY BEFORE THE RACE WITH FINAL DETAILS AND COURSE MAPS.

DO YOU ACCEPT LAST MINUTE REGISTRATIONS? (FOR THOSE SIGNING UP 2 WEEKS BEFORE THE RACE)

YES, BUT PLEASE NOTE THAT IT TAKES TIME FOR US TO SHIP YOUR SHIRT. YOUR SHIRT WILL LIKELY ARRIVE AFTER THE RUN. YOU CAN WEAR ANY SHIRT YOU FIND APPROPRIATE TO RUN THE RACE!

WAVE TIMES: (EMAIL US YOUR DESIRED WAVE TIME: [email protected])
(WAVES FILLED ON A FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS)
WAVE A: 7:30AM
WAVE B: 8:30AM
WAVE C: 9:00AM

*LATE RUNNERS CAN RUN UPON ARRIVAL (PLEASE NOTE OUR COORDINATORS STAY UNTIL 3 HOURS AFTER THE FIRST WAVE)

VIRTUAL RUN OPTION:
- OUR VIRTUAL RUN UNIQUELY OFFERS A TRAINING PACK WITH DIGITAL TOOLS TO SUPPORT YOUR RUN.

VIRTUAL RUNS CAN BE DONE ANY TIME AND PLACE OF YOUR CHOOSING USING ANY TRACKING DEVICE (OPTIONAL). AFTER YOU FINISH, YOU CAN SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS TO [email protected] TO RECEIVE YOUR MEDAL!

RACE BUNDLE:

SIGN-UP FOR MORE RACES AND GET A DISCOUNT! WE'LL SEND YOU YOUR SHIRTS FOR EACH RACE TOGETHER. IF YOU COMPLETE 3 OF OUR RUNS, WE'LL SEND YOU A CUSTOM RUNNER'S TROPHY!

SPONSORSHIPS & PROMOTING YOUR BUSINESS:

IF YOU'RE LOOKING TO BECOME A SPONSOR, WE'D LOVE TO HELP PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS!
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TEAM GLO VOLUNTEERS:

IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN HELPING PUT ON RUNS FOR THE COMMUNITY AND HELPING PEOPLE ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS, WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS, FILL OUT THE FORM HERE: HTTPS://WWW.THEBESTRACES.COM/VOLUNTEER-FORM/ https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form



RUN FOR OTHERS: MAKE A DIFFERENCE

EVERY YEAR WE AIM TO PROVIDE 5,000 STIPENDS, SCHOLARSHIPS, OR JUST FREE ENTRIES (WITH SHIRT & MEDAL) TO THOSE WHO ARENT ABLE TO PAY FOR A REGISTRATION TICKET THEMSELVES. WE BELIEVE EVERY PERSON SHOULD HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO PART OF A FUN, COMMUNITY RUN.

THIS INCLUDES AT RISK YOUTH, ORPHANS, OR THE MARGINALIZED.

IF YOURE AN ORGANIZATION OR NON-PROFIT WANTING TO APPLY FOR STIPEND/SCHOLARSHIPS, FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION AT [email protected].

Location

Hudson River Trails, New York City, 10001, NY, United States

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