Global Running Day Trail Run/Walk - Motivated by Nature for Harris Nature Center - 2.25 mile

  • Date Wed 4th June 2025
  • Time 6:00PM EDT
  • Location Okemos, Michigan
  • Price $27.50
  • Races 1 race

Event summary

Celebrate Global Running Day on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, by joining the exciting Trail Run/Walk at the picturesque Harris Nature Center in Okemos, Ingham County! This invigorating 2.25-mile adventure takes you through beautiful trails that showcase the natural beauty just outside your doorstep. Whether you're an experienced runner or looking to enjoy a leisurely walk, this event is perfect for all ages, with kids five and under welcome to join for free!

After crossing the finish line, participants can relax and enjoy refreshments and music at the Center's pavilion, making it a fantastic community gathering. The Harris Nature Center, nestled along the scenic Red Cedar River, is dedicated to preserving and interpreting the local environment, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and your community!

Organiser's Description

Join us on GLOBAL RUNNING DAY for 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 crossing 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.

Races

  • Motivated by Nature

    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 to Eastgate Park and back. After completing your run/walk, we are hosting a celebration with refreshments and fun!

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3998 Van Atta Road, Okemos, 48864, MI, United States

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