Earth Day Dash 3K
- Date Sat 19th April 2025
- Time 12:00AM EST
- Location Nicholasville, Kentucky
- Price Free - $28.25
- Races 3 races
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Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Earth Day Dash 3K on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Riney B Park in Nicholasville, Jessamine! This family-friendly event is the perfect way to celebrate our planet while engaging in some healthy fun. Participants can lace up their running shoes for a scenic 3K run/walk, or let the little ones enjoy the exciting "Little Footprint" Dash, a free 1/4 mile course for kids aged 10 and under. In addition to the race, we will be collecting non-perishable food items for the Jessamine County Food Pantry, and encouraging recycling efforts for a cleaner environment.
The Earth Day Dash also features a host of activities for the whole family to enjoy, including fun displays and refreshments like bottled water, Gatorade, and snacks post-race. All participants will receive commemorative race T-shirts, and awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories. Whether you're racing in person or opting for the virtual participation option, this event promises to be an uplifting celebration of community and sustainability. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while having a blast!
The Earth Day Dash also features a host of activities for the whole family to enjoy, including fun displays and refreshments like bottled water, Gatorade, and snacks post-race. All participants will receive commemorative race T-shirts, and awards will be given to the top finishers in various categories. Whether you're racing in person or opting for the virtual participation option, this event promises to be an uplifting celebration of community and sustainability. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference while having a blast!
Organiser's Description
JOIN US IN NICHOLASVILLE AS WE CELEBRATE EARTH DAY WITH A FAMILY FRIENDLY 3K AND LOTS OF OTHER FUN ACTIVITIES.
SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024 **** 3:00PM **** RINEY B PARK IN NICHOLASVILLE
Lace up your running shoes for our 3K run/walk and Kid's "Little Footprint" Dash as we raise funds for the Jessamine County Food Pantry. This race is presented by Nicholasville/Jessamine County Parks & Recreation in conjunction with RaceRise. In addition to the race we'll be collecting non perishable food items for the Food Pantry as well as collecting recyclables (paper, plastic, cardboard, glass, aluminum cans, electronics and phonebooks). There will be lots of family friendly Earth Day activities and displays to enjoy before and after the race.
RACE FEATURES
* CLOSED 3K COURSE ON PAVED TRAIL/ROADWAY SURFACES
* COMMEMORATIVE RACE T-SHIRTS (UNISEX SIZE AND YOUTH SIZES)
* 3K RUN/WALK, 1/4 MILE KID'S "LITTLE FOOTPRINT" DASH AND VIRTUAL OPTION
* AWARDS FOR THE 3K --- OVERALL TOP 3 M/F AND TOP 3 M/F IN 5 YEAR AGE GROUPS
* BOTTLED WATER, GATORADE AND FRUIT/SNACKS FOR POST RACE
* FREE RACE PHOTOS & FINISH LINE PHOTO CONTEST
* FUN EARTH DAY ACTIVITIES AND DISPLAYS (TBA)
* FUN AND FELLOWSHIP FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
3K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2589016]
PACKET PICKUP We'll have packet pickup on race morning from 1:30-2:45pm at Riney B Park. We don't plan an advanced day PPU for this race.
VIRTUAL OPTION Can't run/walk with us in person but want to support the race? Register as a virtual participant. For a $25 donation we'll make sure you receive a commemorative race shirt and you can run/walk your own "Earth Day Dash" on your own schedule in your own hometown.
KID'S LITTLE FOOTPRINT DASH At 2:45pm we'll hold our KId's Dash which will be a flat 1/4 mile course (out and back). The Kid's Dash is FREE and for kids 10 and under but you do need to register your child. Kid's earn a participation medal and parents can add a shirt for a $7.00 add on fee. Bring the kids --- The more the merrier!
SATURDAY, APRIL 20, 2024 **** 3:00PM **** RINEY B PARK IN NICHOLASVILLE
Lace up your running shoes for our 3K run/walk and Kid's "Little Footprint" Dash as we raise funds for the Jessamine County Food Pantry. This race is presented by Nicholasville/Jessamine County Parks & Recreation in conjunction with RaceRise. In addition to the race we'll be collecting non perishable food items for the Food Pantry as well as collecting recyclables (paper, plastic, cardboard, glass, aluminum cans, electronics and phonebooks). There will be lots of family friendly Earth Day activities and displays to enjoy before and after the race.
RACE FEATURES
* CLOSED 3K COURSE ON PAVED TRAIL/ROADWAY SURFACES
* COMMEMORATIVE RACE T-SHIRTS (UNISEX SIZE AND YOUTH SIZES)
* 3K RUN/WALK, 1/4 MILE KID'S "LITTLE FOOTPRINT" DASH AND VIRTUAL OPTION
* AWARDS FOR THE 3K --- OVERALL TOP 3 M/F AND TOP 3 M/F IN 5 YEAR AGE GROUPS
* BOTTLED WATER, GATORADE AND FRUIT/SNACKS FOR POST RACE
* FREE RACE PHOTOS & FINISH LINE PHOTO CONTEST
* FUN EARTH DAY ACTIVITIES AND DISPLAYS (TBA)
* FUN AND FELLOWSHIP FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
3K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2589016]
PACKET PICKUP We'll have packet pickup on race morning from 1:30-2:45pm at Riney B Park. We don't plan an advanced day PPU for this race.
VIRTUAL OPTION Can't run/walk with us in person but want to support the race? Register as a virtual participant. For a $25 donation we'll make sure you receive a commemorative race shirt and you can run/walk your own "Earth Day Dash" on your own schedule in your own hometown.
KID'S LITTLE FOOTPRINT DASH At 2:45pm we'll hold our KId's Dash which will be a flat 1/4 mile course (out and back). The Kid's Dash is FREE and for kids 10 and under but you do need to register your child. Kid's earn a participation medal and parents can add a shirt for a $7.00 add on fee. Bring the kids --- The more the merrier!
Races
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3K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 19th April 2025 (3:00PM EDT)
$26.25
Chip timed 3K (1.86 miles) on mostly paved road/trail surfaces at the park. Awards presented for Top 3 M/F overall and within 5 year age divisions. Participants receive a commemorative race T-shirt (while supplies last) -
Virtual Runner/Walker
Incl. $3.25 Fee & T-Shirt
$28.25
If you can't join us in person consider signing up as a virtual runner/walker. For a $25 donation we'll make sure you receive one of our commemorative race T-shirts and you can run/walk your own Earth Day Dash on your own schedule in your own hometown. We will mail shirts to out of towners. -
Race Volunteer
Incl. T-Shirt
Sat 19th April 2025 (1:30PM EDT)
Free
We need 6 volunteers to help us make this race great. The race day volunteer shift runs from 1:30-4:00pm. Duties will include packet pickup, food/drink, water station and clean-up. Volunteers receive a commemorative race shirt and free food/drink.
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