Chestertown Challenge Half Marathon Run and 5K Run/Walk
- Date Sun 13th October 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Chestertown, Maryland
- Price $33.30 - $65.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the Chestertown Challenge Half Marathon and 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, October 13th, 2024! This vibrant event takes place in the picturesque town of Chestertown, Maryland, and promises to be a fantastic experience for runners and walkers of all levels. The half marathon and 5K will kick off at 9 a.m. at Wilmer Park, with registration starting at 8 a.m. Participants can enjoy a scenic course featuring gentle rolling terrain on paved country roads, perfect for both seasoned athletes and those looking to walk for a good cause.
Not only does this event support the Kent Association of Riding Therapy (KART), which helps children and adults with special needs through therapeutic programs, but it also offers unique awards for top finishers in various categories. With water stops every two miles, quality tech shirts for early registrants, and refreshments waiting at the finish line, the Chestertown Challenge is set to be a memorable day of community spirit and athletic achievement. Join us in this celebration of health and wellness while enjoying the charming sights of historic Chestertown along the Chester River!
Not only does this event support the Kent Association of Riding Therapy (KART), which helps children and adults with special needs through therapeutic programs, but it also offers unique awards for top finishers in various categories. With water stops every two miles, quality tech shirts for early registrants, and refreshments waiting at the finish line, the Chestertown Challenge is set to be a memorable day of community spirit and athletic achievement. Join us in this celebration of health and wellness while enjoying the charming sights of historic Chestertown along the Chester River!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US OCTOBER 13TH, 2024
BENEFITS: KENT ASSOCIATION OF RIDING THERAPY, INC. (KART)
Registration opens at 8 a.m. - Half Marathon Run & 5K Run/Walk start at 9 a.m.
REGISTRATION: Race day registration will be available! Packet pickup starts at 8 a.m. and races start at 9 a.m. at Wilmer Park, Chestertown, Maryland.
SILENT HERO DONATION: Can't make this event but would like to show your support? Register as a Silent Hero!
BENEFACTOR: Kent Association of Riding Therapy (KART) was founded in 1984 to help children and adults with special needs enhance their social and developmental growth. KART uses a multi-faceted program involving therapeutic horseback riding, grooming and caring for the horse, and comprehensive classroom instruction.
PACKET PICKUP: All race packets can be picked up on Sunday morning starting at 8 a.m. Race day registration will also be accepted at this time.
DIRECTIONS: Wilmer Park is located across the street from address 400 South Cross Street, Chestertown, MD. For directions, use your GPS or MapQuest.
AWARDS: Unique awards for overall male/female/masters winners and top 3 in 10-year age groups in the Half Marathon and 5K Run. Awards to top 3 male and female finishers in the 5K walk. 5K awards will be presented after the last participant finishes. Half Marathon awards will be presented 3 hours after start.
COURSE: The event starts and finishes at Wilmer Park. The course has gentle rolling terrain and is run entirely on paved country roads.
COURSE RECORDS: Half Marathon: Male - Hasan Butler - 127 - 2014, Female Meredith Tulio - 129 - 2018. 5K Run: Male - Jesse Goodyear - 17:50 - 2015, Female Lisa Victorius - 20:50 - 2017
AMENITIES: Quality Chestertown Challenge Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk Tech Shirts guaranteed to all participants registered by Monday, September 30th. Food and refreshments at the finish line! Police controlled roads, mile markers and directional arrows on road.
WATER STOPS: Water stops will be located at approximately every two miles on the Half Marathon course, at the turnaround of the 5K, and at the start/finish.
RESTROOMS: Restrooms will be available at the start/finish and on the Half Marathon course.
SPECTATORS: While you're waiting for your friends or family members to complete the race, enjoy the beautiful historic Chestertown sites on the Chester River. Visit www.kentcounty.com/tourism.
HOTELS/MOTELS/BED & BREAKFAST: Visit the following websites for a complete list of hotels/motels and bed & breakfast in the Chestertown and Rock Hall area.
www.chestertown.com/lodging.php?category=inns,
www.chestertown.com/lodging.php?category=Motels,
www.chestertown.com/lodging2.php,
www.kentcounty.com/lodging/rockhall_lodging.php
BENEFITS: KENT ASSOCIATION OF RIDING THERAPY, INC. (KART)
Registration opens at 8 a.m. - Half Marathon Run & 5K Run/Walk start at 9 a.m.
REGISTRATION: Race day registration will be available! Packet pickup starts at 8 a.m. and races start at 9 a.m. at Wilmer Park, Chestertown, Maryland.
SILENT HERO DONATION: Can't make this event but would like to show your support? Register as a Silent Hero!
BENEFACTOR: Kent Association of Riding Therapy (KART) was founded in 1984 to help children and adults with special needs enhance their social and developmental growth. KART uses a multi-faceted program involving therapeutic horseback riding, grooming and caring for the horse, and comprehensive classroom instruction.
PACKET PICKUP: All race packets can be picked up on Sunday morning starting at 8 a.m. Race day registration will also be accepted at this time.
DIRECTIONS: Wilmer Park is located across the street from address 400 South Cross Street, Chestertown, MD. For directions, use your GPS or MapQuest.
AWARDS: Unique awards for overall male/female/masters winners and top 3 in 10-year age groups in the Half Marathon and 5K Run. Awards to top 3 male and female finishers in the 5K walk. 5K awards will be presented after the last participant finishes. Half Marathon awards will be presented 3 hours after start.
COURSE: The event starts and finishes at Wilmer Park. The course has gentle rolling terrain and is run entirely on paved country roads.
COURSE RECORDS: Half Marathon: Male - Hasan Butler - 127 - 2014, Female Meredith Tulio - 129 - 2018. 5K Run: Male - Jesse Goodyear - 17:50 - 2015, Female Lisa Victorius - 20:50 - 2017
AMENITIES: Quality Chestertown Challenge Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk Tech Shirts guaranteed to all participants registered by Monday, September 30th. Food and refreshments at the finish line! Police controlled roads, mile markers and directional arrows on road.
WATER STOPS: Water stops will be located at approximately every two miles on the Half Marathon course, at the turnaround of the 5K, and at the start/finish.
RESTROOMS: Restrooms will be available at the start/finish and on the Half Marathon course.
SPECTATORS: While you're waiting for your friends or family members to complete the race, enjoy the beautiful historic Chestertown sites on the Chester River. Visit www.kentcounty.com/tourism.
HOTELS/MOTELS/BED & BREAKFAST: Visit the following websites for a complete list of hotels/motels and bed & breakfast in the Chestertown and Rock Hall area.
www.chestertown.com/lodging.php?category=inns,
www.chestertown.com/lodging.php?category=Motels,
www.chestertown.com/lodging2.php,
www.kentcounty.com/lodging/rockhall_lodging.php
Races
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Half Marathon
Incl. $5.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th October 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$65.10
CLOSED -
5K Run
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th October 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.30
CLOSED -
5k Walk
Incl. $3.30 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th October 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.30
CLOSED -
Silent Hero
Incl. $3.30 Fee
Sun 13th October 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.30
CLOSED
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