Global Running Day Fun Run/Walk - Motivated by Nature with Harris Nature Center Foundation
- Date Wed 4th June 2025
- Time 6:00PM EDT
- Location Okemos, Michigan
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
Event summary
Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Global Running Day Fun Run/Walk, taking place on Wednesday, June 4th, 2025, in the beautiful surroundings of Okemos, Ingham! This exciting event invites participants of all ages to enjoy a scenic 2.25-mile adventure through the lush trails of the 100-acre Harris Nature Center and Eastgate Park. Experience the great outdoors right in your backyard while immersing yourself in nature's beauty.
After completing the loop, celebrate your achievement at the Harris Nature Center's pavilion, where you can relish refreshing beverages and lively music. This family-friendly event welcomes kids, and little ones aged five and under can join the fun for free! Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to connect with nature, community, and fellow running enthusiasts while supporting a great cause. Join us on June 4th for a memorable day of fitness and fun!
After completing the loop, celebrate your achievement at the Harris Nature Center's pavilion, where you can relish refreshing beverages and lively music. This family-friendly event welcomes kids, and little ones aged five and under can join the fun for free! Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to connect with nature, community, and fellow running enthusiasts while supporting a great cause. Join us on June 4th for a memorable day of fitness and fun!
Organiser's Description
Join us on GLOBAL RUNNING DAY with an adventure run/walk through the trails of the 100-acre Harris Nature Center and Eastgate Park!! This 2.25-mile loop is a great opportunity to see nature just outside your backdoor. After you cross the finish line, join us at the Center's pavilion for refreshments and music! Kids welcome! Those five and under are free.
LOCATION: The start/finish of the event will be at the trailhead just outside the Harris Nature Center building, 3998 Van Atta Rd, Okemos, MI 48864 [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Harris+Nature+Center/@42.6972461,-84.3778165,142m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x8822ddb81ccfcb25:0x6cb29228492ec362!8m2!3d42.697328!4d-84.3774741!16s%2Fg%2F1v42gf29?entry=ttu].
Harris Nature Center Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that provides funding for special projects to enhance Harris Nature Center in Meridian Township, Michigan. See photos for some of the projects the foundation has funded.
ABOUT HARRIS NATURE CENTER
Situated along the Red Cedar River and within Meridian Riverfront Park, Harris Nature Center's focus is on protecting, promoting and interpreting the Red Cedar River through educational opportunities. The Nature Building offers educational displays and live animal exhibits, surrounded by six miles of trails, forest, meadows, wetlands and the banks of the Red Cedar River. Harris Nature Center is the only nature center in Mid-Michigan dedicated to the preservation of the Red Cedar River.
WEATHER POLICY: In the event of inclement weather (i.e. there is an active weather warning or the heat index over 100), the event will be cancelled. Because this event is a fundraiser for the Harris Nature Center Foundation, all fees and costs are non-refundable.
LOCATION: The start/finish of the event will be at the trailhead just outside the Harris Nature Center building, 3998 Van Atta Rd, Okemos, MI 48864 [https://www.google.com/maps/place/Harris+Nature+Center/@42.6972461,-84.3778165,142m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x8822ddb81ccfcb25:0x6cb29228492ec362!8m2!3d42.697328!4d-84.3774741!16s%2Fg%2F1v42gf29?entry=ttu].
Harris Nature Center Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that provides funding for special projects to enhance Harris Nature Center in Meridian Township, Michigan. See photos for some of the projects the foundation has funded.
ABOUT HARRIS NATURE CENTER
Situated along the Red Cedar River and within Meridian Riverfront Park, Harris Nature Center's focus is on protecting, promoting and interpreting the Red Cedar River through educational opportunities. The Nature Building offers educational displays and live animal exhibits, surrounded by six miles of trails, forest, meadows, wetlands and the banks of the Red Cedar River. Harris Nature Center is the only nature center in Mid-Michigan dedicated to the preservation of the Red Cedar River.
WEATHER POLICY: In the event of inclement weather (i.e. there is an active weather warning or the heat index over 100), the event will be cancelled. Because this event is a fundraiser for the Harris Nature Center Foundation, all fees and costs are non-refundable.
Races
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2.25 Mile Loop Fun Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Wed 4th June 2025 (6:00PM EDT)
$27.50
Our 2.25-mile route will start at the Nature Center and continue through trails and paved areas all the way to Eastgate Park and back. After completing your run/walk, we are hosting a celebration with refreshments and fun!
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