No Sto Defeats MSA 5K and Fitness Walk

  • Date Sat 21st September 2024
  • Time 10:00AM EST
  • Location North Stonington, Connecticut
  • Price $15.00 - $30.00
  • Races 4 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the No Sto Defeats MSA 5K and Fitness Walk on Saturday, September 21, 2024, in beautiful North Stonington, Southeastern Connecticut! This exciting event features a variety of race distances including a challenging 5K field, track, and trail race, a two-mile fitness walk, and a fun-filled half-mile run for children. The day kicks off at 10:00 AM at the Athletic Fields at Wheeler High School, where participants of all ages can come together to support a vital cause.

All proceeds from this inspiring event go towards the Defeat MSA Alliance, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting patients, raising public awareness, and advocating for those affected by Multiple System Atrophy (MSA). Enjoy local vendors, live music, and free childcare with fun activities for kids, making it a perfect family outing! Donโ€™t miss your chance to pre-register by September 15th for a discount and receive a complimentary tee shirt while supplies last. Plus, all attendees will have the opportunity to win fantastic raffle prizes donated by local businesses. Lace up your shoes and be part of a community that stands strong against MSA!

Organiser's Description

ALL PROCEEDS RAISED SUPPORT DEFEAT MSA ALLIANCE [https://defeatmsa.org/], A NON-PROFIT THAT ASPIRES TO SUPPORT PATIENTS, EDUCATE MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, RAISE PUBLIC AWARENESS, NURTURE PROMISING RESEARCH AND ADVOCATE FOR THE MSA COMMUNITY. WHAT IS MSA? LEARN MORE ABOUT MSA FROM THE MAYO CLINIC [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-system-atrophy/symptoms-causes/syc-20356153].



A 5K; FIELD, TRACK & TRAIL RACE, TWO MILE FITNESS WALK AND CHILDREN'S 1/2 MILE FUN RUN.

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LOCAL VENDORS, MUSIC ADD TO THE FUN!

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FREE CHILD CARE PROVIDED WITH ACTIVITIES FOR THE KIDS, ADD ON AT THE END OF REGISTRATION.



WHEN: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 @ 10:00



WHERE: ATHLETIC FIELDS AT WHEELER HIGH SCHOOL AND ADJACENT TOWN RECREATION FIELD

297 NORWICH WESTERLY RD., NORTH STONINGTON.



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PRE REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 15TH FOR $5 OFF (KIDS FUN RUN $3 OFF)

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TEE SHIRTS: PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE A FREE TEE SHIRT, WHILE SUPPLIES LAST

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ALL REGISTRANTS IN ATTENDANCE WILL BE ENTERED TO WIN ONE OF SEVERAL RAFFLE PRIZES DONATED BY NORTH STONINGTON BUSINESSES.

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PROFESSIONALLY TIMED RACE, AWARDS TO OVERALL TOP THREE FINISHERS IN EACH CATEGORY:

DIVISIONS

>13-20
>21-39
>30-39
>40-49
>50-59
>60-69
>70-79
>80 & UP



THIS WALK IS IN MEMORY OF MY SISTER, VICTORIA SCHNEIDER, AND SO MANY OTHERS WHO ARE STILL BATTLING THIS DEVASTATING DISEASE EVERY DAY. I'M WALKING BECAUSE MANY OF THEM CANNOT. PLEASE READ THEIR STORIES. HTTPS://DEFEATMSA.ORG/GIVING-PROGRAMS/ [https://defeatmsa.org/giving-programs/]



INTERESTED IN BEING A RACE DAY VENDOR OR SPONSOR? PLEASE EMAIL US AT: [email protected]

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Races

  • Defeat MSA 5K Run

    Includes T-Shirt

    Sat 21st September 2024 (10:00AM EDT)

    $30.00

    CLOSED
    This run will take place on the Wheeler High School Cross Country trail. All field / track / trail. Times will be posted by the end of Race Day. Online registration closes at 4:00 pm on 9/20. On site registration and check-in starts at 8:30 am. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd for both Men & Women in each division Free on site child care provided.....check out the kids run option.
  • Defeat MSA Fitness Walk

    Includes T-Shirt

    Sat 21st September 2024 (10:00AM EDT)

    $30.00

    CLOSED
    This walk will take place on the Wheeler High School Cross Country trail. All field / track / trail. Check-in starts at 8:30 am.
  • Kid Friendly 1/2 Mile

    Includes T-Shirt

    Sat 21st September 2024 (9:00AM EDT)

    $15.00

    CLOSED
    This is an option for the under 12 crowd. The course will be twice around the track. Note earlier start time: 9:00! Free Child Care available during 5K. Divisions for this event: 4-8; 9-12 Top finishers win Ice Cream Certificate from Kadys Farmstand & Ice Cream.
  • Virtual Support- Walk/Run When and Where You Want

    Includes T-Shirt

    $20.00

    CLOSED

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297 Norwich Westerly Road, North Stonington, 06359, CT, United States

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