Race for Restoration
- Date Sat 4th April 2026 - Sun 5th April 2026
- Time 8:30AM EDT
- Location Bloomington, Indiana
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting weekend of fitness and fun at the Race for Restoration, happening on April 4-5, 2026, in Bloomington, Monroe! This vibrant event features a 5K run/walk that starts at the scenic Bloomington High School North. Participants can look forward to a well-marked course that winds through Kinser Pike, Acuff Road, and Prow Road, culminating with a thrilling finish on the Ralph Sieboldt Track.
The festivities kick off with packet pick-up at 7:30 AM, followed by the Kids' 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:30 AM, and the main 5K event at 9 AM. Every racer will receive a completion medal, and awards will be presented to the top finishers in various age groups, both male and female. With all proceeds benefiting the Sycamore Land Trust, this event is not only a fantastic opportunity to get active but also a chance to support local environmental conservation efforts. Join us for this inaugural race and help make a positive impact in our community!
The festivities kick off with packet pick-up at 7:30 AM, followed by the Kids' 1 Mile Fun Run at 8:30 AM, and the main 5K event at 9 AM. Every racer will receive a completion medal, and awards will be presented to the top finishers in various age groups, both male and female. With all proceeds benefiting the Sycamore Land Trust, this event is not only a fantastic opportunity to get active but also a chance to support local environmental conservation efforts. Join us for this inaugural race and help make a positive impact in our community!
Organiser's Description
THE RACE FOR RESTORATION is a 5k run/Walk hosted by Perfect Timing Race Management LLC, promoted by the BHSN Environmental Club, and held at Bloomington High School North, with ALL PROCEEDS BENEFITING THE SYCAMORE LAND TRUST.
The course is well-marked for first-timers, beginning beside the bleachers of the Bloomington High School North track and field facility, then continuing on Kinser Pike, Acuff Road loop, and Prow Rd. before utilizing the main road on the Bloomington North campus, with the final 300 meters finish on the Ralph Sieboldt Track.
THE RACE DATE IS APRIL 4, 2026.
-Packet pick-up begins at 7:30 am.
-Kids' 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 8:30 am.
-5k Run/Walk Begins at 9 am.
No after-race waiting! Every racer will recieve a completion medal, excluding virtual racers. Awards can be picked up at the registration table as soon as you finish your race! Awards will be given to the winner of each age group. Age Group Awards are divided into Male and Female categories, and age groups are as follows:
RUN: Winner in 10 & Under, 11-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
WALK: Top 3 overall
ABOUT SYCAMORE LAND TRUST:
Sycamore Land Trust [https://sycamorelandtrust.org/] is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1990 that is dedicated to preserving the beauty, health, and diversity of southern Indianas natural landscape through strategic land conservation, habitat restoration, and environmental education. Across our 26-county service area, we have permanently protected over 11,800 acres on more than 150 protected properties. Our organization is nationally accredited by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission for meeting rigorous standards of conservation excellence. We restore critical habitats like wetlands, forests, wildflower meadows, and grasslands that support native wildlife and provide a refuge for threatened species. Thirteen of our preserves are open to the public, where we maintain over 30 miles of free hiking trails, offering outdoor recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities. We also provide free environmental education programs for local schools and community groups, reaching thousands of students each year with hands-on lessons in nature. Community members can get involved through volunteer workdays, guided hikes, and citizen science projects, deepening their connection to the land and helping to ensure a healthier, more resilient environment for future generations.
ABOUT BHSN ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB:
BHSN Environmental Club [https://www.instagram.com/bhsnenvironmentclub/] is a student-led group, who cares deeply about the environment. Many of us are also student athletes, so we thought we could marry those two passions to benefit the Sycamore Land Trust -- an organization which continues to benefit our local environment and community in so many ways. We're excited to be partnering with Perfect Timing Race Management LLC in this inaugural year of the Race for Restoration 5K and we hope to see you there!
ABOUT PERFECT TIMING RACE MANAGEMENT LLC:
Perfect Timing [https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Bloomington/PerfectTimingRaceManagement] is a Race Management and Timing Service that manages and times races mainly in south central Indiana. The primary goal of our services is to provide a low-cost computerized timing option for road races and cross-country races that are 500 people and under per race. We do not chip time which keeps costs down and helps you keep more money for the cause that you are partnered with.
This years t-shirt design:
The course is well-marked for first-timers, beginning beside the bleachers of the Bloomington High School North track and field facility, then continuing on Kinser Pike, Acuff Road loop, and Prow Rd. before utilizing the main road on the Bloomington North campus, with the final 300 meters finish on the Ralph Sieboldt Track.
THE RACE DATE IS APRIL 4, 2026.
-Packet pick-up begins at 7:30 am.
-Kids' 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 8:30 am.
-5k Run/Walk Begins at 9 am.
No after-race waiting! Every racer will recieve a completion medal, excluding virtual racers. Awards can be picked up at the registration table as soon as you finish your race! Awards will be given to the winner of each age group. Age Group Awards are divided into Male and Female categories, and age groups are as follows:
RUN: Winner in 10 & Under, 11-13, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
WALK: Top 3 overall
ABOUT SYCAMORE LAND TRUST:
Sycamore Land Trust [https://sycamorelandtrust.org/] is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1990 that is dedicated to preserving the beauty, health, and diversity of southern Indianas natural landscape through strategic land conservation, habitat restoration, and environmental education. Across our 26-county service area, we have permanently protected over 11,800 acres on more than 150 protected properties. Our organization is nationally accredited by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission for meeting rigorous standards of conservation excellence. We restore critical habitats like wetlands, forests, wildflower meadows, and grasslands that support native wildlife and provide a refuge for threatened species. Thirteen of our preserves are open to the public, where we maintain over 30 miles of free hiking trails, offering outdoor recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities. We also provide free environmental education programs for local schools and community groups, reaching thousands of students each year with hands-on lessons in nature. Community members can get involved through volunteer workdays, guided hikes, and citizen science projects, deepening their connection to the land and helping to ensure a healthier, more resilient environment for future generations.
ABOUT BHSN ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB:
BHSN Environmental Club [https://www.instagram.com/bhsnenvironmentclub/] is a student-led group, who cares deeply about the environment. Many of us are also student athletes, so we thought we could marry those two passions to benefit the Sycamore Land Trust -- an organization which continues to benefit our local environment and community in so many ways. We're excited to be partnering with Perfect Timing Race Management LLC in this inaugural year of the Race for Restoration 5K and we hope to see you there!
ABOUT PERFECT TIMING RACE MANAGEMENT LLC:
Perfect Timing [https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Bloomington/PerfectTimingRaceManagement] is a Race Management and Timing Service that manages and times races mainly in south central Indiana. The primary goal of our services is to provide a low-cost computerized timing option for road races and cross-country races that are 500 people and under per race. We do not chip time which keeps costs down and helps you keep more money for the cause that you are partnered with.
This years t-shirt design:
Races
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5k Run
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
-
5k Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 4th April 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$27.50
-
1 Mile Kids Run
Sat 4th April 2026 (8:30AM EDT)
Free
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Virtual 5k Run/Walk
Incl. $2.50 Fee
$27.50
Please note that if you select this option, then you will not recieve a t-shirt or a medal.
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3901 N. Kinser Pike, Bloomington, 47404, IN, United States
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