Health to Better Living 5K and Fun Run, In loving memory of Jim and Lisa Wilson
- Date Sat 8th August 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Effingham, Kansas
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and fun at the 3rd Annual Health to Better Living 5K and Fun Run, taking place on Saturday, August 8th, 2026, in the charming town of Effingham, Atchison. This vibrant event honors the memories of Jim and Lisa Wilson while supporting local 4H members in Atchison County. Participants can lace up their running shoes for the 5K race, which kicks off at 7:00 AM, or join the fun with a one-mile Fun Run starting just five minutes later at 7:05 AM.
With a registration fee of only $25, you’ll not only be contributing to a noble cause—helping send 4H members to Rock Springs 4H camp—but you’ll also have the chance to win cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place in both races! Don’t forget to register by July 15th to secure a stylish race day shirt. Race bibs and shirts can be picked up on Thursday, August 6th, at the Effingham Park, ensuring you’re all set for the big day. Plus, this year’s event features new large digital timers to keep track of your race
With a registration fee of only $25, you’ll not only be contributing to a noble cause—helping send 4H members to Rock Springs 4H camp—but you’ll also have the chance to win cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place in both races! Don’t forget to register by July 15th to secure a stylish race day shirt. Race bibs and shirts can be picked up on Thursday, August 6th, at the Effingham Park, ensuring you’re all set for the big day. Plus, this year’s event features new large digital timers to keep track of your race
Organiser's Description
Please Join us for our 3rd Annual Health to Better Living 5K and Fun Run. This run will benefit 4H members in Atchison County by helping cover the cost of 4H camp. Every year Atchison County sends many 4H members to Rock Springs 4H camp where they learn life skills and make lifelong memories.
The race will be held Saturday Morning AUGUST 8TH, 2026
5K RACE START TIME 7:00 AM
FUN RUN STAT TIME 7:05 AM - the Fun Run distance is approximately one mile
Cost to enter the race is $25.00 per person - REGISTER BEFORE JULY 15TH TO GET A RACE DAY SHIRT!
CASH PRIZE FOR 1ST AND 2ND PLACE for both the 5K race and the Fun Run!
Pick up your bib number and race shirt Thursday August 6th in the Effingham Park, across from the livestock barns from 3-5pm. We will have a tent set up with our race banner hung.
The Start and Finish Line are at the corner of William and 4th street in Effingham
New this year- We purchased new large digital timers to display race time!
The race will be held Saturday Morning AUGUST 8TH, 2026
5K RACE START TIME 7:00 AM
FUN RUN STAT TIME 7:05 AM - the Fun Run distance is approximately one mile
Cost to enter the race is $25.00 per person - REGISTER BEFORE JULY 15TH TO GET A RACE DAY SHIRT!
CASH PRIZE FOR 1ST AND 2ND PLACE for both the 5K race and the Fun Run!
Pick up your bib number and race shirt Thursday August 6th in the Effingham Park, across from the livestock barns from 3-5pm. We will have a tent set up with our race banner hung.
The Start and Finish Line are at the corner of William and 4th street in Effingham
New this year- We purchased new large digital timers to display race time!
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Health to Better Living 5K and Fun Run, in Loving Memory of Jim and Lisa Wilson
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 8th August 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$27.50
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