MedZou Ophthalmology Annual 5K
- Date Sat 5th April 2025
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Columbia, Missouri
- Price $27.50
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the Annual MedZou Ophthalmology 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the beautiful Twin Lakes Recreation Area in Columbia, Boone! This exciting event kicks off at 9:00 AM, with check-in starting at 8:30 AM. Participants of all ages are welcome, including kids and pets, making it a perfect family-friendly outing. The 5K course will take you along the scenic MKT Trail, providing a picturesque backdrop for your run or walk.
This event is not just about fitness; it’s also a wonderful opportunity to support MedZou's Community Health Clinic, which provides critical ophthalmologic care to underserved populations in the Columbia area. Every dollar raised goes directly towards essential equipment, such as an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) machine, to help diagnose and treat eye conditions. After the race, stick around for refreshments and an award ceremony where we celebrate community spirit and achievement! Don’t miss out—register online by March 13th to secure your official race t-shirt. Let’s come together for a great cause and help bring vision care to those who need it most!
This event is not just about fitness; it’s also a wonderful opportunity to support MedZou's Community Health Clinic, which provides critical ophthalmologic care to underserved populations in the Columbia area. Every dollar raised goes directly towards essential equipment, such as an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) machine, to help diagnose and treat eye conditions. After the race, stick around for refreshments and an award ceremony where we celebrate community spirit and achievement! Don’t miss out—register online by March 13th to secure your official race t-shirt. Let’s come together for a great cause and help bring vision care to those who need it most!
Organiser's Description
The Annual Mizzou Ophthalmology 5K Run/Walk will be hosted by the University of Missouris Ophthalmology Department to support MedZous free clinic for underserved patients in Columbia, Missouri. The event is set to take place at Twin Lakes Recreation Area at the Twin Lakes Shelter on Saturday, April 5th, at 9:00 am. Participants are encouraged to arrive at 8:30 AM FOR CHECK-IN. Following the race, participants are invited to stay for refreshments and an award ceremony. Kids, pets, families are encouraged to attend!
EVENT PURPOSE: To raise funds for MedZou's Community Health Clinic, which provides essential ophthalmologic care to underserved populations in the Columbia area. Every dollar raised goes directly towards purchasing equipment, including an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) machine, that will help diagnose and treat eye conditions for patients in need.
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Please register online by March 13th to reserve an official race t-shirt for the event. After this date, registration will still be available at a reduced price, but it will not include a t-shirt.
T-SHIRT PICKUP:
Friday, April 4th, from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm at the PCCLC.
Or on the day of the race, April 5th, from 8:00 am - 8:45 am.
DONATIONS:
If you are unable to participate in the Run/Walk but would like to contribute, please click the "Donate" tab at the top of the website to make your contribution to Mizzou Ophthalmologys MedZou fund.
COURSE INFORMATION:
The course will follow the scenic MKT Trail to a turnaround point (1.55-mile mark) before returning along the same path to the finish line. A hydration station will be available at the turnaround point.
Thank you for your support in helping us bring vision care to those who need it most!
EVENT PURPOSE: To raise funds for MedZou's Community Health Clinic, which provides essential ophthalmologic care to underserved populations in the Columbia area. Every dollar raised goes directly towards purchasing equipment, including an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) machine, that will help diagnose and treat eye conditions for patients in need.
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Please register online by March 13th to reserve an official race t-shirt for the event. After this date, registration will still be available at a reduced price, but it will not include a t-shirt.
T-SHIRT PICKUP:
Friday, April 4th, from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm at the PCCLC.
Or on the day of the race, April 5th, from 8:00 am - 8:45 am.
DONATIONS:
If you are unable to participate in the Run/Walk but would like to contribute, please click the "Donate" tab at the top of the website to make your contribution to Mizzou Ophthalmologys MedZou fund.
COURSE INFORMATION:
The course will follow the scenic MKT Trail to a turnaround point (1.55-mile mark) before returning along the same path to the finish line. A hydration station will be available at the turnaround point.
Thank you for your support in helping us bring vision care to those who need it most!
Races
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MedZou Ophthalmology Annual 5K
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th April 2025 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
MedZou Ophthalmology Annual 5K