Paul Elmstrand Memorial 5k Run/Walk
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Past event
8:00 AM CDT
Cambridge, Minnesota
$38.10 · 1 race
5km
Event summary
Join us on Saturday, August 9, 2025, in Cambridge, Isanti for the uplifting Paul Elmstrand Memorial 5K Run/Walk. This heartfelt community event is dedicated to celebrating the life and legacy of Paul Elmstrand, a beloved police officer who tragically lost his life in the line of duty. Participants of all fitness levels are invited to either run or walk the 5K course, making this a perfect occasion for families, friends, and supporters to come together in honor of Paul’s memory.
As part of the Bluejacket All School Reunion day, this event not only promotes physical activity but also fosters a sense of community and remembrance. By taking part, you’ll help support a scholarship established in Paul's honor by his family and contribute to the Invisible Wounds Project, ensuring that his legacy continues to inspire and assist others. Additionally, a silent auction will take place during the event, adding to the excitement and community spirit. Mark your calendars and get ready to honor Paul while making a meaningful impact in your community!
As part of the Bluejacket All School Reunion day, this event not only promotes physical activity but also fosters a sense of community and remembrance. By taking part, you’ll help support a scholarship established in Paul's honor by his family and contribute to the Invisible Wounds Project, ensuring that his legacy continues to inspire and assist others. Additionally, a silent auction will take place during the event, adding to the excitement and community spirit. Mark your calendars and get ready to honor Paul while making a meaningful impact in your community!
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Paul Elmstrand Memorial 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.10 Fee
Entries closed8:00 AM CDT
$38.10
Organiser's description
Join us for the Paul Elmstrand Memorial 5K Run/Walk, a community event dedicated to honoring Paul's memory. Paul was serving as a police officer with Burnsville PD on February 18, 2024 when he, along with fellow officer Matthew Ruge and Firefighter/Paramedic Adam Finseth, tragically lost their lives.
This event, also part of the Bluejacket All School Reunion day, brings together family, friends, and supporters to celebrate Paul's life, legacy, and impact he had on all who knew him. Whether youre an avid runner or someone who prefers to stroll, all fitness levels are welcome to participate in this event. Paul graduated from Cambridge-Isanti High School in 2015 and was a part of the school's cross country team. Family and friends felt a great way to celebrate Paul's life would be through an event incorporating an activity he loved. Proceeds from the event will support a scholarship in Paul's memory started by the Elmstrand family and the Invisible Wounds Project, ensuring that Pauls legacy continues to live on and help others.
Your participation will make a difference and keep Paul's memory alive for years to come!
A silent auction will also be available during the event and closing at the conclusion of the race. If you would like to provide a silent auction item, please send an email to: [email protected]
This event, also part of the Bluejacket All School Reunion day, brings together family, friends, and supporters to celebrate Paul's life, legacy, and impact he had on all who knew him. Whether youre an avid runner or someone who prefers to stroll, all fitness levels are welcome to participate in this event. Paul graduated from Cambridge-Isanti High School in 2015 and was a part of the school's cross country team. Family and friends felt a great way to celebrate Paul's life would be through an event incorporating an activity he loved. Proceeds from the event will support a scholarship in Paul's memory started by the Elmstrand family and the Invisible Wounds Project, ensuring that Pauls legacy continues to live on and help others.
Your participation will make a difference and keep Paul's memory alive for years to come!
A silent auction will also be available during the event and closing at the conclusion of the race. If you would like to provide a silent auction item, please send an email to: [email protected]
Location
430 8th Ave NW, Cambridge, 55008, MN, United States
Paul Elmstrand Memorial 5k Run/Walk
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