The Gail Borden Public Library District Foundation [https://gailborden.info/foundation/] and the U-46 Educational Foundation [https://www.u-46.org/FOUNDATION] have partnered to create an extraordinary race and fall season for this community. On SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, El Trote De Las Calacas (the Skeleton Trot), a USTF certified 5K race (and walk) steps off amid music and fanfare at 9 am on a course that begins at the Gail Borden Public Library at 270 N. Grove, Elgin, Illinois.

FAQ

GROUP/TEAM REGISTRATION

* Multi-person registration is available for 4 people or more. A discount will be applied. Shirts are an additional purchase.

WHAT IS EL TROTE DE LAS CALACAS/THE SKELETON TROT?

* El Trote De Las Calacas/The Skeleton Trot is a USATF-certified 5K race (and walk) held Saturday, October 18. It will step off at 9 am on a course that begins at the Gail Borden Public Library at 270 N. Grove Ave., Elgin, and winds through Elgins historic northeast neighborhood and scenic bike path along the Fox River.
* The Skeleton Trot will showcase community diversity while raising funds to support thousands of residents served by both School District U-46 and the Gail Borden Public Library District, the partners for the event. Both are registered 501(c)(3) organizations.

CAN ANYONE PARTICIPATE?

* Yes! The race is open to participants of all ages, ability levels and backgrounds.

VOLUNTEERS

* Volunteers are needed and welcome to assist with registration, packet pickup, refreshments, course marshals, and more. If you are interested, please VISIT THIS PAGE [https://bttr.im/5fsll] to sign up.

HOW DO I REGISTER AND CAN I REGISTER IN PERSON?

* We require all participants to register online here.

WHAT DO I GET BY REGISTERING?

* Participants will receive a goodie bag with a specially designed shirt and a unique bib number. On race day, you will receive additional items such as a medal, other free cool stuff. (Items subject to change.)

T-SHIRT INFORMATION

* Individual Registration: Includes one event t-shirt with the registration fee.
* Multi-Person Registration (4 or more): T-shirts are not included in the registration fee. Participants may purchase a t-shirt for an additional $22 per person.

* HOW CAN I ADD A T-SHIRT TO MY MULTI-PERSON REGISTRATION?

* If you registered as part of a Multi-Person Registration group and would like to purchase an El Trote de las Calacas T-shirt, visit the race website home page. Click the profile icon in the upper-right corner, then select Profile -> Manage Registration -> Add-ons. From there, you can purchase additional T-shirts.

WHEN CAN I PICK UP MY BIB AND T-SHIRT?

* Packet pick-up tables will be in the Lobby at the Main Library (270 N. Grove Ave, Elgin IL) on these dates:

* FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10 (10 am - 3 pm)
* SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 (10 am - 3 pm)
* WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15 (3 pm to 8 pm)

IS THE RACE TIMED?

* Participants will get a timed bib. The results will be automatically recorded when crossing the finish line.

IS THERE A DEADLINE TO REGISTER FOR EL TROTE? CAN I REGISTER FOR THE EVENT ON RACE DAY?

* The last day for registration has been extended to Monday, October 6 at 11:59 pm. We will not allow registrations after this date and there will not be same-day registration.

DOES EVERY PARTICIPANT NEED TO PROVIDE AN EMAIL ADDRESS?

* Every person 18 years of age and up is required to provide his/her individual email address. Each participant must sign a waiver form. Minors under 18 years need an adult to register for them and sign a waiver form on their behalf.

DOES EVERY PARTICIPANT NEED TO REGISTER?

* Yes, all participants will need to have an official registration to be on the course.

IS EVERYONE REQUIRED TO SIGN A WAIVER FORM?

* Yes. All participants are required to sign and submit the Agreement and Liability Waiver including walkers, joggers, runners, skippers, bikers, and wheelchair participants.

ARE STROLLERS ALLOWED DURING EL TROTE?

* Yes, participants are allowed to walk/run with children in strollers.

ARE PETS ALLOWED ON THE RACE COURSE?

* Unfortunately, no pets will be allowed. Service dogs are permitted.

CAN I GET A REFUND OR REIMBURSEMENT?

* Sales are final and there are no refunds.

WHO GETS AN AWARD?

* The first place male and female finishers will receive an award.
* The first place in the following age categories will receive an award:

* Female:

* Age 9 and under
* Age 10-14
* Age 15-19
* Age 20-29
* Age 30-39
* Age 40-49
* Age 50-59
* Age 60-69
* Age 70+

* Male

* Age 9 and under
Age 10-14
Age 15-19
Age 20-29
Age 30-39
Age 40-49
Age 50-59
Age 60-69
Age 70+