Love Never Ends Trail Run
McKinney, Texas
McKinney, TexasSat 28th September 2024 - Sun 29th September 2024
8 races
Organiser's Description
The 3rd Annual LOVE NEVER ENDS TRAIL RUN is back for our biggest year yet! Join us for a weekend of outdoor adventure and community spirit at Erwin Park, spanning over 200 acres, known for its ten miles of unique and challenging running, hiking, and biking trails!
Choose your challenge from race options for every skill level: 5k, 15k, 30k, or 50k. Erwin Park offers a mix of open single-track trails winding through wooded areas, open fields, and technical rolling hills, with elevation gains ranging from over 700 ft. for the 15k to over 1400 ft. for the 30k, and over 2100 ft. for the 50k. Our courses offer scenic and thrilling challenges.
This year our event will take place over two days –
Day One- Saturday, September 28th, we will have our 5k (8 AM - 12:00 PM).Day Two- Sunday, September 29th, we will have our 15k, 30k, 50k (6:30 AM - 4:00 PM).
This event isn't just about the thrill of the run — your participation makes a difference! Proceeds from the Love Never Ends Trail Run support The Great Root Movement, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals in need. Your participation directly contributes to The RIZE Scholarship for bereaved mothers and victims of domestic abuse, enabling them to access vital therapy services and programs. The Reagan and Grant Small Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to high school seniors through the Van Alstyne ISD and Melissa ISD Education Foundations.
Packet pickup will be conveniently located at:
Fleet Feet McKinney - Thursday, September 26th, 3pm-7pm
Erwin Park - Friday, September 27th, 12 PM - 6 PM Saturday, September 28th, 6:30 AMSunday, September 29th, 5:30 AM
*Registration closes for ALL Races on Thursday, September 26th, 2024, so be sure to secure your spot early! The deadline for all live and virtual participants to receive a t-shirt is September 16, 2024.
Don't miss out on the chance to win fantastic prizes from our generous sponsors, each offering exciting giveaways for our raffle! And we'll have a food truck!
As a participant, you will receive a raffle ticket in your swag bag at packet pickup. Be sure to stick around after the race, as you must be present with your ticket to claim your prize!
A few quotes from participants in the past: "This event was more than a race - it was a meeting of community, healing, and hope. We could feel it from the moment we arrived!"
"It was so inspirational. Thank you for reintroducing us to running!"
"What a great day! No matter what level we participated in, we all felt like we were on the same team, cheering for one another."
"I've suffered from domestic violence, severe depression, and suicidal behavior in my past, and Karen and The Great Root Movement demonstrates hope, love, and the rebuilding of lives."
"What a great community event, so much fun and togetherness! A true spirit of love and hope were in the air."
"The staff and volunteers were fantastic, and the raffle prizes were the best!"
Please note:
Medals and T-shirts will be mailed to virtual runners only. T-shirts will NOT be mailed to participants who registered but did not attend the race. Live event participants will receive a medal on-site.
Lace up your shoes, embrace the challenge, make a difference as part of The Great Root Movement Team, and run for a great cause at the 3rd Annual LOVE NEVER ENDS TRAIL RUN!
thegreatrootmovement.com
Choose your challenge from race options for every skill level: 5k, 15k, 30k, or 50k. Erwin Park offers a mix of open single-track trails winding through wooded areas, open fields, and technical rolling hills, with elevation gains ranging from over 700 ft. for the 15k to over 1400 ft. for the 30k, and over 2100 ft. for the 50k. Our courses offer scenic and thrilling challenges.
This year our event will take place over two days –
Day One- Saturday, September 28th, we will have our 5k (8 AM - 12:00 PM).Day Two- Sunday, September 29th, we will have our 15k, 30k, 50k (6:30 AM - 4:00 PM).
This event isn't just about the thrill of the run — your participation makes a difference! Proceeds from the Love Never Ends Trail Run support The Great Root Movement, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to empowering individuals in need. Your participation directly contributes to The RIZE Scholarship for bereaved mothers and victims of domestic abuse, enabling them to access vital therapy services and programs. The Reagan and Grant Small Endowed Memorial Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to high school seniors through the Van Alstyne ISD and Melissa ISD Education Foundations.
Packet pickup will be conveniently located at:
Fleet Feet McKinney - Thursday, September 26th, 3pm-7pm
Erwin Park - Friday, September 27th, 12 PM - 6 PM Saturday, September 28th, 6:30 AMSunday, September 29th, 5:30 AM
*Registration closes for ALL Races on Thursday, September 26th, 2024, so be sure to secure your spot early! The deadline for all live and virtual participants to receive a t-shirt is September 16, 2024.
Don't miss out on the chance to win fantastic prizes from our generous sponsors, each offering exciting giveaways for our raffle! And we'll have a food truck!
As a participant, you will receive a raffle ticket in your swag bag at packet pickup. Be sure to stick around after the race, as you must be present with your ticket to claim your prize!
A few quotes from participants in the past: "This event was more than a race - it was a meeting of community, healing, and hope. We could feel it from the moment we arrived!"
"It was so inspirational. Thank you for reintroducing us to running!"
"What a great day! No matter what level we participated in, we all felt like we were on the same team, cheering for one another."
"I've suffered from domestic violence, severe depression, and suicidal behavior in my past, and Karen and The Great Root Movement demonstrates hope, love, and the rebuilding of lives."
"What a great community event, so much fun and togetherness! A true spirit of love and hope were in the air."
"The staff and volunteers were fantastic, and the raffle prizes were the best!"
Please note:
Medals and T-shirts will be mailed to virtual runners only. T-shirts will NOT be mailed to participants who registered but did not attend the race. Live event participants will receive a medal on-site.
Lace up your shoes, embrace the challenge, make a difference as part of The Great Root Movement Team, and run for a great cause at the 3rd Annual LOVE NEVER ENDS TRAIL RUN!
thegreatrootmovement.com
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Sat 28th September 2024
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50k Trail Run
Sun 29th September 2024
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30k Trail Run
Sun 29th September 2024
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15k Trail Run
Sun 29th September 2024
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5k Virtual Run/Walk
Sat 28th September 2024
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50k Virtual Run
Sun 29th September 2024
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30k Virtual Run
Sun 29th September 2024
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15k Virtual Run
Sun 29th September 2024
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