PROUD TO SERVE 6K Run/Walk/Virtual Events Armed Forces Day
- Date Sat 18th May 2024
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Williamsburg, Virginia
- Price $35.00 - $45.00
- Races 3 races
Event summary
Join us for the PROUD TO SERVE 6K Run/Walk and Virtual Events on Saturday, May 18, 2024, in the beautiful setting of Williamsburg, James City! This exciting event, held on Armed Forces Day, honors the brave men and women serving in all six branches of the military: Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. The 6K distance symbolizes tribute to these dedicated service members.
Participants will enjoy a scenic race course that winds through picturesque trails behind Jamestown High School, featuring stunning views of forested swamps and the chance to spot elegant egrets and blue herons along the way. Every participant will receive a custom finishers medal, a stylish short sleeve t-shirt, a runner bag, and tasty post-race refreshments. Plus, there will be a DJ to keep the energy high! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this uplifting event that celebrates our military—register by May 8th to ensure you get your race t-shirt! Awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, making this a fantastic day for runners and walkers of all ages. Come out, have fun, and show your support for our armed
Participants will enjoy a scenic race course that winds through picturesque trails behind Jamestown High School, featuring stunning views of forested swamps and the chance to spot elegant egrets and blue herons along the way. Every participant will receive a custom finishers medal, a stylish short sleeve t-shirt, a runner bag, and tasty post-race refreshments. Plus, there will be a DJ to keep the energy high! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this uplifting event that celebrates our military—register by May 8th to ensure you get your race t-shirt! Awards will be presented to the top finishers in various categories, making this a fantastic day for runners and walkers of all ages. Come out, have fun, and show your support for our armed
Organiser's Description
A COLONIAL ROAD RUNNERS GRAND PRIX EVENT. Held on Armed Forces Day, in recognition of and appreciation for all the active duty service members currently serving in our military. The six branches of the Military Services are: the Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, including their respective Reserve Components. The 6K distance represents and pays tribute to these six branches.
The race course winds through scenic trails behind Jamestown High School on sections of the Greensprings, Powhatan Creek, and Virginia Capital trails. Runners and walkers will enjoy views of beautiful, forested swamps and may even be lucky enough to see long-legged snowy white egrets and blue herons wading in the water.
Participants will receive a beautiful custom finishers medal (must finish to receive), short sleeve t-shirt, runner bag and post-race refreshments.
There will be a DJ and post-race refreshments. Come out and join the FUN to show your support of our military!
YOU MUST REGISTER NO LATER THAN, 11:59 PM, WEDNESDAY, MAY 8TH TO BE GUARANTEED A RACE T-SHIRT. AFTER MAY 8TH, T-SHIRT AVAILABILITY AND SIZES WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
REGISTRATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 11:59 PM, THURSDAY, MAY 16TH.
FINISHERS MEDALS GUARANTEED TO THE FIRST 100 FINISHERS.
Awards: Top 3 Men & Top 3 Women Overall. Top 3 Men & Top 3 Women by age group categories in 5-year age groups from 14 & under to 75 & over. Top 3 Men and Women Walkers.
The "in-person" 6K run/walk will be conducted in accordance with the ROAD RUNNERS CLUB OF AMERICA (RRCA) Safe Event Guidelines which STRONGLY DISCOURAGES the use of personal headphones, baby strollers/joggers and pets. "No Pets Allowed" for volunteers, spectators, and participants in the start and finish areas. Only service dogs are allowed.
The race course winds through scenic trails behind Jamestown High School on sections of the Greensprings, Powhatan Creek, and Virginia Capital trails. Runners and walkers will enjoy views of beautiful, forested swamps and may even be lucky enough to see long-legged snowy white egrets and blue herons wading in the water.
Participants will receive a beautiful custom finishers medal (must finish to receive), short sleeve t-shirt, runner bag and post-race refreshments.
There will be a DJ and post-race refreshments. Come out and join the FUN to show your support of our military!
YOU MUST REGISTER NO LATER THAN, 11:59 PM, WEDNESDAY, MAY 8TH TO BE GUARANTEED A RACE T-SHIRT. AFTER MAY 8TH, T-SHIRT AVAILABILITY AND SIZES WHILE SUPPLIES LAST.
REGISTRATION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 11:59 PM, THURSDAY, MAY 16TH.
FINISHERS MEDALS GUARANTEED TO THE FIRST 100 FINISHERS.
Awards: Top 3 Men & Top 3 Women Overall. Top 3 Men & Top 3 Women by age group categories in 5-year age groups from 14 & under to 75 & over. Top 3 Men and Women Walkers.
The "in-person" 6K run/walk will be conducted in accordance with the ROAD RUNNERS CLUB OF AMERICA (RRCA) Safe Event Guidelines which STRONGLY DISCOURAGES the use of personal headphones, baby strollers/joggers and pets. "No Pets Allowed" for volunteers, spectators, and participants in the start and finish areas. Only service dogs are allowed.
Races
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Proud to Serve 6k Run/Walk
Includes T-Shirt
Sat 18th May 2024 (8:00AM EDT)
$45.00
CLOSEDMinimum age requirement to participate: Age 6 Due to logistical constraints, there will be NO PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP. RACE DAY ONLY. Race day Registration and Packet Pick-Up: 7:00 a.m. At race start location, Jamestown H.S. in the rear of the parking lot closest to the tennis courts. Race day registrants must pay with cash or check ONLY. No debit or credit cards. Race day registration T-shirts and sizes available only while supplies last. Awards: Top 3 men & top 3 women overall. Top 3 men & top 3 women by age category in 5-year age groups from 14-and-under to 75-and-over. Top 3 men & women walkers. -
Proud to Serve 6k Walk
Includes T-Shirt
Sat 18th May 2024 (8:00AM EDT)
$45.00
CLOSEDMinimum age requirement to participate is age 6. Due to logistical constraints, there will be NO PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP. RACE DAY ONLY. Race day Registration and Packet Pick-Up: 7:00 a.m. At race start location, Jamestown H.S. in the rear of the parking lot closest to the tennis courts. Race day registrants must pay with cash or check ONLY. No debit or credit cards. Race day registrations T-shirts and sizes available only while supplies last. Awards: Top 3 men & top 3 women overall. Top 3 men & top 3 women by age category in 5-year age groups from 14-and-under to 75 and-over. Top 3 men & women walkers. -
Proud to Serve Virtual Run/Walk
Includes T-Shirt
$35.00
CLOSEDVirtual runners and walkers can complete the 6K distance at a place and time of their own choosing. Virtual participants are not eligible for awards. Finish times are not required to be submitted. Additional postage fee of $9.00 is required at time of registration. Virtual Race packets for registered runners/walkers (consisting of your t-shirt, race bib and finishers medal), not picked up in person will be mailed to the street address provided when you registered.
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