Rattlesnake Master Run for the Prairie
- Date Sun 3rd November 2024
- Location Urbana, Illinois
- Price $32.80
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
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Event summary
Join us for the 26th Annual Rattlesnake Master Run for the Prairie on Sunday, November 3, 2024, in the scenic Urbana, Champaign area! This exciting event features various race distances, including a 10K run, a 5K run, and a 5K walk, all set against the backdrop of the beautiful 130-acre Meadowbrook Park. Participants of all ages are welcome to take part in this fun-filled day that celebrates community and conservation, with proceeds benefiting Grand Prairie Friends, a dedicated non-profit land trust in central Illinois.
With a low entry fee, the race offers medals for the top finishers in each category, optional T-shirts for early registrants, and plenty of post-race festivities, including music and complimentary food and beverages for participants. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual race option is available, allowing you to run your chosen distance anytime between October 1 and November 3. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an inspiring event that combines fitness, nature, and community spirit. Mark your calendars and get ready to run for a cause!
With a low entry fee, the race offers medals for the top finishers in each category, optional T-shirts for early registrants, and plenty of post-race festivities, including music and complimentary food and beverages for participants. For those unable to attend in person, a virtual race option is available, allowing you to run your chosen distance anytime between October 1 and November 3. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an inspiring event that combines fitness, nature, and community spirit. Mark your calendars and get ready to run for a cause!
Organiser's Description
THE 26TH ANNUAL RATTLESNAKE MASTER RUN FOR THE PRAIRIE INCLUDES A 10K AND 5K RUN AND 5K WALK THAT BENEFITS GRAND PRAIRIE FRIENDS, A NON-PROFIT LAND TRUST AND CONSERVATION GROUP IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS. THIS RACE CIRCLES THE BEAUTIFUL 130-ACRE MEADOWBROOK PARK AND PRAIRIE IN URBANA, ILLINOIS AND INCLUDES SOME TRAIL RUNNING. IT OFFERS A LOW ENTRY FEE, RACE MEDALS, OPTIONAL T-SHIRTS, MUSIC, AND FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS.
IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND THE RACE IN PERSON, SUPPORT GRAND PRAIRIE FRIENDS AND PARTICIPATE IN OUR VIRTUAL RACES. RUN THE DISTANCE YOU WANT, WHERE AND WHEN YOU WANT, BETWEEN OCT 1 AND NOV 3 AND SEND US YOUR TIME. VIRTUAL RACE TIMES WILL BE POSTED BUT NOT CONSIDERED FOR MEDALS.
COME CELEBRATE 26 YEARS OF RACES! RUNNERS OF ALL AGES WELCOME!
REGISTRATION: STARTS 8/19/2024
SHIRTS: AVAILABLE FOR ALL REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED BY SUNDAY, OCT 20.
ENTRY FEES: REGISTER BY OCT 20 TO GET THE LOWEST PRICE.
POST RACE ACTIVITIES: RACE AWARDS AND MUSIC AT THE GARDEN PAVILION IN MEADOWBROOK PARK. FOOD AND BEVERAGE FREE TO PARTICIPANTS.
MEDALS GIVEN FOR 1ST, 2ND, AND 3RD PLACE IN EACH CATEGORY. IF THE AGE BRACKETS ARE SPARSELY FILLED WE MAY RECOGNIZE THE TOP FIVE OVERALL.
10K RUN:
* WOMEN: Ages: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* MEN: Ages: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* NON-BINARY: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
5K RUN:
* WOMEN: Ages: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* MEN: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* NON-BINARY: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
5K WALK:
*
AGES: 0-35, 36-49, 50 AND OVER
REGULATIONS:
* NO DOGS, STROLLERS, OR HIKING POLES
* NO REFUNDS
* APPLICABLE STATE AND LOCAL COVID GUIDELINES WILL APPLY
PARKING: MEADOWBROOK PARK LOTS NEAR PLAYGROUND AND RACE ST. ENTRANCE. GRASS LOT ON SOUTHWEST CORNER OF WINDSOR AND RACE.
PACKET PICKUP: RACE PACKETS AVAILABLE NOON-4PM ON SATURDAY, NOV 2 AT BODY N' SOLE, 1317 DUNLAP, SAVOY, IL (217-356-8926).
PACKETS ALSO AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY FROM 8-8:45AM AT THE GARDEN PAVILION IN MEADOWBROOK PARK NEAR THE RACE STREET PARKING LOT.
RACE START: 9AM. DON'T FORGET THE TIME CHANGE!
IF YOU CAN'T ATTEND THE RACE IN PERSON, SUPPORT GRAND PRAIRIE FRIENDS AND PARTICIPATE IN OUR VIRTUAL RACES. RUN THE DISTANCE YOU WANT, WHERE AND WHEN YOU WANT, BETWEEN OCT 1 AND NOV 3 AND SEND US YOUR TIME. VIRTUAL RACE TIMES WILL BE POSTED BUT NOT CONSIDERED FOR MEDALS.
COME CELEBRATE 26 YEARS OF RACES! RUNNERS OF ALL AGES WELCOME!
REGISTRATION: STARTS 8/19/2024
SHIRTS: AVAILABLE FOR ALL REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED BY SUNDAY, OCT 20.
ENTRY FEES: REGISTER BY OCT 20 TO GET THE LOWEST PRICE.
POST RACE ACTIVITIES: RACE AWARDS AND MUSIC AT THE GARDEN PAVILION IN MEADOWBROOK PARK. FOOD AND BEVERAGE FREE TO PARTICIPANTS.
MEDALS GIVEN FOR 1ST, 2ND, AND 3RD PLACE IN EACH CATEGORY. IF THE AGE BRACKETS ARE SPARSELY FILLED WE MAY RECOGNIZE THE TOP FIVE OVERALL.
10K RUN:
* WOMEN: Ages: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* MEN: Ages: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* NON-BINARY: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
5K RUN:
* WOMEN: Ages: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* MEN: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
* NON-BINARY: 0-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 and over
5K WALK:
*
AGES: 0-35, 36-49, 50 AND OVER
REGULATIONS:
* NO DOGS, STROLLERS, OR HIKING POLES
* NO REFUNDS
* APPLICABLE STATE AND LOCAL COVID GUIDELINES WILL APPLY
PARKING: MEADOWBROOK PARK LOTS NEAR PLAYGROUND AND RACE ST. ENTRANCE. GRASS LOT ON SOUTHWEST CORNER OF WINDSOR AND RACE.
PACKET PICKUP: RACE PACKETS AVAILABLE NOON-4PM ON SATURDAY, NOV 2 AT BODY N' SOLE, 1317 DUNLAP, SAVOY, IL (217-356-8926).
PACKETS ALSO AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY FROM 8-8:45AM AT THE GARDEN PAVILION IN MEADOWBROOK PARK NEAR THE RACE STREET PARKING LOT.
RACE START: 9AM. DON'T FORGET THE TIME CHANGE!
Races
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5K Walk
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirts
Sun 3rd November 2024
$32.80
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5K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirts
Sun 3rd November 2024
$32.80
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10K Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirts
Sun 3rd November 2024
$32.80
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5K Virtual Race
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
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10K Virtual Race
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
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