Eagle by the Bay- Emmett's Future

Saturday, April 22, 2023 Past event

11:00 AM EDT

Essexville, Michigan

$22.20 · 3 races

5km, 5 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the vibrant Eagle by the Bay - Emmett's Future event on Saturday, April 22, 2023, in beautiful Essexville, Bay. This exciting day kicks off at 11:00 a.m. with a scenic 5K Eagle Run and a challenging 5 Mile Raptor race, both set against the picturesque backdrop of Hampton Township's countryside and nature trails. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome, with a special FREE kids Emmetts Eaglet Race for children 10 and under starting at 12:00 p.m., featuring a fun 1/4 mile course and awards for all participants!

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for a day filled with community spirit and camaraderie, all while contributing to a noble cause. The event raises funds for Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy, dedicated to ending Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a life-altering genetic disorder. With medals awarded to all runners and walkers, and trophies for top finishers across various age groups, this is an event you won't want to miss. Join us at Finn Road Park for a fantastic day of fitness, fun, and advocacy!

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Races

Eagle 5k Run

Incl. $2.20 Fee &

11:00 AM EDT

$22.20

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Raptor 5 Mile Run

Incl. $2.20 Fee &

11:00 AM EDT

$22.20

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Eagle 5k Walk

Incl. $2.20 Fee &

11:00 AM EDT

$22.20

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Organiser's description

RACE INFORMATION

Date: Saturday, April 22, 2023

Time: 11:00 a.m. Runners/Walkers

Parents MUST accompany children (under 10), but need not be entered in the race.

FREE kids Emmetts Eaglet Race" 10 & under, begins at 12:00 p.m. 1/4 mile with awards!

Benefits: PPMD

Registration 9:30-10:30 a.m. Finn Road Park Registration Tent

& number pick-up:

T-Shirts: All runners and walkers

Start/Finish: Finn Road Park (Parking in the campground)

Course: A scenic run through the quaint countryside of Hampton Township and nature trail.

Safety: Medical aid provided courtesy of local volunteers.

Water/Aid Stations: Turnaround at end of Knight Road and at the end of Jones Road.

Awards: Medals to ALL runners. Trophies to Top 3 Men & Women in each Race

Age Groups - Both Events (5K Eagle Run and 5 Mile Raptor):
Men & Women: 12 & under, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over.

Walk Awards: Medals to ALL walkers. Trophy to Overall Male and Female walker

Timing: Miller Race Management; http://www.race-mrm.com/

Directions/Location: From Bay City: M-25 (Center Road) east to Finn Road. The park is
located 2 1/4 miles north of M-25 at the end of Finn Road. 2300 N. Finn Rd, Essexville, MI 48732

NOTE: We will be returning to 5K and 5 Mile distances for our races this year, but both races will still be an out and back course on trails.

https://www.facebook.com/events/579833422858894/

Or see the PPMD website:

https://www.parentprojectmd.org/events/

The Race to End Duchenne is part of the race series hosted by Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy's program to raise funds to support to end Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a fatal genetic disorder that slowly robs people of their muscle strength. By joining Eagle by the Bay Emmetts Future, you are supporting Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy's vital work in advancing research, care and advocacy to help those with Duchenne live longer, stronger lives.