Butterflies and Blueberries 5k Trail Run/Walk In memory of Amaris Eliana Young
- Date Sat 9th August 2025
- Location Billings, Missouri
Event summary
Join us for the 3rd Annual Butterflies and Blueberries 5k Trail Run/Walk on Saturday, August 9th, 2025, at the beautiful Burtons Blueberry Farm in Billings, Stone. This heartwarming event starts at 8 AM and is held in loving memory of Amaris Eliana Young, honoring her vibrant spirit and passion for life. The unique 5k course will take participants through scenic rows of blueberry bushes, across familiar paths Amaris once walked, and up the challenging "bubble mountain." Each lap of this exhilarating trail will push you to your limits, but the supportive cheers from fellow participants will keep you motivated every step of the way!
This year, proceeds will benefit Christian Ministries Academy, where Amaris graduated, making your participation even more meaningful. The event includes awards for the Top 3 Male and Female finishers, presented by Amaris' family, adding a personal touch to the celebrations. Not a runner? No problem! Enjoy a delicious breakfast featuring Burtons’ famous buttermilk pancakes and blueberry syrup starting at 7 AM, or participate in the exciting raffle for a chance to win great prizes, including event-themed T-shirts. Capture special moments with friends and family at the butterfly
This year, proceeds will benefit Christian Ministries Academy, where Amaris graduated, making your participation even more meaningful. The event includes awards for the Top 3 Male and Female finishers, presented by Amaris' family, adding a personal touch to the celebrations. Not a runner? No problem! Enjoy a delicious breakfast featuring Burtons’ famous buttermilk pancakes and blueberry syrup starting at 7 AM, or participate in the exciting raffle for a chance to win great prizes, including event-themed T-shirts. Capture special moments with friends and family at the butterfly
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 3rd Annual Butterflies & Blueberries 5k trail run/walk, lovingly honoring Amaris Eliana Young.
Saturday, August 9th, 2025, the race begins at 8am. Challenge yourself on the beautiful one of a kind trail at the Burtons Blueberry Farm.
The course trail will take you through rows of Blueberry bushes where Amaris picked berries, over the ditch Amaris walked countless times to the upper patches and down and up the most challenging place on the course that we call, bubble mountain winding through the big field where Amaris had practiced driving a standard. And down a hill that will lead you back to the start/finish line. This 3 time around trail will push you! But while you run or walk you will be encouraged and cheered on!
This year we have some exciting news!
The proceeds will be going to:
Christian Ministries Academy, honoring where Amaris graduated from.
Amaris was homeschooled from her freshman year to her Junior year in High School. Her Senior year, herself and 3 siblings attended Christian Ministries Academy. She enjoyed going to school and was a diligent student. She played volleyball, participated in music, drama and art class. Amaris treasured making memories her Senior year with her fellow Seniors.
Amaris turned 18, on July 8, 2022. The next couple weeks were full of countless memories with so many people.
On July 16, 2022, Amaris had a car accident and was life flighted to a local hospital, on July 26, 2022, she went to heaven. Participating in this 5k is more than a trail run, it honors and remembers Amaris beautiful life and blesses others, and Amaris loved to bless others.
This timed event will have awards for Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female finishers. Awards will be presented by Amaris family after the race!
If youre not really into running or walking in the 5k, we have something for you too!
There will be a breakfast with donation, beginning at 7am, with the famous Burtons buttermilk pancakes & blueberry syrup! And if you dont like pancakes, Check out the raffle! Keep an eye on Facebook to see what will be included in the raffle! Maybe youd like a 5k T-shirt?! T-shirts are sold separately too! Want a special picture? Take a picture with the butterfly mural!
Come out and be a part of an extra special 5k like no other! Well see you there!
*Must be registered by July 18th to be guaranteed a shirt!
Register today to ensure you receive your official Butterflies & Blueberries 5k T-shirt.
Contact Contact Samantha Young at [email protected] for more information
Saturday, August 9th, 2025, the race begins at 8am. Challenge yourself on the beautiful one of a kind trail at the Burtons Blueberry Farm.
The course trail will take you through rows of Blueberry bushes where Amaris picked berries, over the ditch Amaris walked countless times to the upper patches and down and up the most challenging place on the course that we call, bubble mountain winding through the big field where Amaris had practiced driving a standard. And down a hill that will lead you back to the start/finish line. This 3 time around trail will push you! But while you run or walk you will be encouraged and cheered on!
This year we have some exciting news!
The proceeds will be going to:
Christian Ministries Academy, honoring where Amaris graduated from.
Amaris was homeschooled from her freshman year to her Junior year in High School. Her Senior year, herself and 3 siblings attended Christian Ministries Academy. She enjoyed going to school and was a diligent student. She played volleyball, participated in music, drama and art class. Amaris treasured making memories her Senior year with her fellow Seniors.
Amaris turned 18, on July 8, 2022. The next couple weeks were full of countless memories with so many people.
On July 16, 2022, Amaris had a car accident and was life flighted to a local hospital, on July 26, 2022, she went to heaven. Participating in this 5k is more than a trail run, it honors and remembers Amaris beautiful life and blesses others, and Amaris loved to bless others.
This timed event will have awards for Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female finishers. Awards will be presented by Amaris family after the race!
If youre not really into running or walking in the 5k, we have something for you too!
There will be a breakfast with donation, beginning at 7am, with the famous Burtons buttermilk pancakes & blueberry syrup! And if you dont like pancakes, Check out the raffle! Keep an eye on Facebook to see what will be included in the raffle! Maybe youd like a 5k T-shirt?! T-shirts are sold separately too! Want a special picture? Take a picture with the butterfly mural!
Come out and be a part of an extra special 5k like no other! Well see you there!
*Must be registered by July 18th to be guaranteed a shirt!
Register today to ensure you receive your official Butterflies & Blueberries 5k T-shirt.
Contact Contact Samantha Young at [email protected] for more information
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