Janice Rhein Memorial Scholarship 5k

Saturday, May 4, 2024 Past event

10:00 AM EDT

Almont, Michigan

$15.00–$30.00 · 5 races

5km

Event summary

Join us for the inaugural Janice Rhein Memorial Scholarship 5K on Saturday, May 4, 2024, in the charming town of Almont, Lapeer. This exciting event will not only promote fitness and community spirit but also support a noble cause, as all proceeds will benefit the Janice Rhein Memorial Scholarship Fund. The 5K race and fun walk will take place on the picturesque Almont School Campus, featuring a predominantly grass and dirt course, allowing participants to enjoy a scenic route that tours all three schools and multiple sports fields, culminating with a finish on the track in the football stadium.

In addition to the 5K, young participants aged 2-10 can partake in the delightful Teddy Bear Trot, a 1/4 mile run/walk that takes place on the track following the main event. All Teddy Bear Trot finishers will receive a special award, celebrating their accomplishment. With awards for the top male and female runners, as well as custom medals for the top three finishers in various age divisions, this event promises to be a vibrant celebration of community, health, and education. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to run for a cause and create lasting memories!

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May 17, 2025

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Races

5k Run

Incl. T-Shirt

5K Course begins outside of the football stadium and makes a loop around the front of the high school then heads quickly on the paved portion of the course for 3/4 of a mile to the Orchard Primary. There the runners/walkers will transition to grass and make a loop through the soccer field and find their way to the Middle School before winding their way through the tree-lined cross country course. Once out of the orchard the race finishes on the track.

9:00 AM EDT

$30.00

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5k Walk

Incl. T-Shirt

5K Course begins outside of the football stadium and makes a loop around the front of the high school then heads quickly on the paved portion of the course for 3/4 of a mile to the Orchard Primary. There the runners/walkers will transition to grass and make a loop through the soccer field and find their way to the Middle School before winding their way through the tree-lined cross country course. Once out of the orchard the race finishes on the track.

9:00 AM EDT

$30.00

Entries closed
Teddy Bear Trot

Incl. T-Shirt

Teddy Bear Trot: Will be one lap around the track and starts after the 5K participants are no longer on the course, approximately 10:00 AM. These finishers will receive a medal when they cross the finish line!

10:00 AM EDT

$15.00

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5k Student Run

Incl. T-Shirt

5K Course begins outside of the football stadium and makes a loop around the front of the high school then heads quickly on the paved portion of the course for 3/4 of a mile to the Orchard Primary. There the runners/walkers will transition to grass and make a loop through the soccer field and find their way to the Middle School before winding their way through the tree-lined cross country course. Once out of the orchard the race finishes on the track.

9:00 AM EDT

$15.00

Entries closed
5k Student Walk

Incl. T-Shirt

5K Course begins outside of the football stadium and makes a loop around the front of the high school then heads quickly on the paved portion of the course for 3/4 of a mile to the Orchard Primary. There the runners/walkers will transition to grass and make a loop through the soccer field and find their way to the Middle School before winding their way through the tree-lined cross country course. Once out of the orchard the race finishes on the track.

9:00 AM EDT

$15.00

Entries closed

Organiser's description

This will be the inaugural race to support the Janice Rhein Memorial Scholarship all proceeds from this event will go to the scholarship fund. This 5K Race and Fun Walk will take place on the Almont School Campus. Most of the course will be grass or dirt with a very limited paved portion. You will tour all three schools, multiple sports fields, and finish on the track in the football stadium. Both the run and walk will take place at the same time. A Teddy Bear Trot, 1/4 mile run/walk, for children from ages 2-10 will take place on the track after the completion of the 5K run/walk. Teddy Bear participants will experience the track finish and receive a finishers award at the end of their race. There will be awards for the top male and female runners as well as custom medals for the top three runners in each age division. 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69