Remember the Removal Walk, Ride, and Bike
- Date Sat 7th December 2024
- Time 10:00AM CST
- Location Steelville, Missouri
- Price $27.50 - $43.40
- Races 8 races
- Distances 5 Mile, Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring day of remembrance and community spirit at the Remember the Removal Walk, Ride, and Bike event on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in Steelville, Missouri. This annual event honors the memory of the Cherokee people's tragic journey along the Trail of Tears and aims to raise funds for a Trail of Tears Monument in the Community Park.
Participants can choose from a 5-mile walk starting at 12:30 p.m., a scenic 13-mile trail ride kicking off at noon, or a challenging 30-mile bike ride beginning at 10 a.m., all culminating at the Steelville Community Park. Check-in for all events opens an hour before, so arrive early to secure your spot! Registration fees are $35 for adults (ages 16 and older) and $20 for youth (ages 10 to 15) before November 15, 2023, and children under 10 can join for free. This year, a virtual participation option is also available, allowing anyone to support this meaningful cause from afar. Join us for a memorable day filled with reflection, camaraderie, and dedication to preserving history!
Participants can choose from a 5-mile walk starting at 12:30 p.m., a scenic 13-mile trail ride kicking off at noon, or a challenging 30-mile bike ride beginning at 10 a.m., all culminating at the Steelville Community Park. Check-in for all events opens an hour before, so arrive early to secure your spot! Registration fees are $35 for adults (ages 16 and older) and $20 for youth (ages 10 to 15) before November 15, 2023, and children under 10 can join for free. This year, a virtual participation option is also available, allowing anyone to support this meaningful cause from afar. Join us for a memorable day filled with reflection, camaraderie, and dedication to preserving history!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the second annual, Remember the Removal Walk, Ride, and Bike along the original Trail of Tears northern route, east of Steelville Missouri.
All proceeds will benefit the establishment of a Trail of Tears Monument in the Community Park.
The Cherokee people's forced relocation in 1838 via the Trail of Tears is an acknowledged tragedy in U.S. history. The Trail of Tears, was a terrible and sorrowful journey, one that the Cherokee people still work to overcome. During this relocation process, 10 Cherokee detachments were forced to make the passage through Steelville, Missouri. Those detachments camped on the H. E. Davis Farm. The location is now the Steelville Community Park.
For the 5-mile walk, participants should meet at the Steelville Community Park. The start time is 12:30 p.m. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Shuttles will be available to transport participants to the starting location on Long Spring Road. The walk will end at the Steelville Community Park.
The 13-mile trail ride starts at Brickeys Slab, 17 Huzzah Creek Rd, Steelville, MO 65565 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/9fQA8vjY6wGoAX7x9] and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Start time is noon.
The 30-mile Bike Ride starts and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Most of the ride is on gravel roads. Start time 10 A.M. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 9 a.m
The ride route can be viewed on strava.com. [https://www.strava.com/routes/3267277468015717824].
Registration is $35.00 for each participant 16 and older and $20 for youth ages 10 to 15 before Nov. 15, 2023. After November 15, adult registration is $40 and youth is $25 with no guarantee to receive a T-shirt. Children younger than 10 can participate for free and do not need to register but they will not receive a T-shirt.
This year we are adding a virtual component. If you can't walk, Bike Ride, or Trail Ride with us, support us by participating virtually. Special prizes will be given for; Best Participation from a Trail of Tears Location, Best Picture, and Participant that is furthest away from Steelville, MO
These are not timed events.
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All proceeds will benefit the establishment of a Trail of Tears Monument in the Community Park.
The Cherokee people's forced relocation in 1838 via the Trail of Tears is an acknowledged tragedy in U.S. history. The Trail of Tears, was a terrible and sorrowful journey, one that the Cherokee people still work to overcome. During this relocation process, 10 Cherokee detachments were forced to make the passage through Steelville, Missouri. Those detachments camped on the H. E. Davis Farm. The location is now the Steelville Community Park.
For the 5-mile walk, participants should meet at the Steelville Community Park. The start time is 12:30 p.m. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Shuttles will be available to transport participants to the starting location on Long Spring Road. The walk will end at the Steelville Community Park.
The 13-mile trail ride starts at Brickeys Slab, 17 Huzzah Creek Rd, Steelville, MO 65565 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/9fQA8vjY6wGoAX7x9] and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Start time is noon.
The 30-mile Bike Ride starts and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Most of the ride is on gravel roads. Start time 10 A.M. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 9 a.m
The ride route can be viewed on strava.com. [https://www.strava.com/routes/3267277468015717824].
Registration is $35.00 for each participant 16 and older and $20 for youth ages 10 to 15 before Nov. 15, 2023. After November 15, adult registration is $40 and youth is $25 with no guarantee to receive a T-shirt. Children younger than 10 can participate for free and do not need to register but they will not receive a T-shirt.
This year we are adding a virtual component. If you can't walk, Bike Ride, or Trail Ride with us, support us by participating virtually. Special prizes will be given for; Best Participation from a Trail of Tears Location, Best Picture, and Participant that is furthest away from Steelville, MO
These are not timed events.
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Races
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5 Mile Walk Adult
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th December 2024 (12:30PM CST)
$43.40
CLOSEDFor the 5-mile walk, participants should meet at the Steelville Community Park, 101 MO-8, Steelville, MO 65565. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. The start time is 12:30. Shuttles will be available to transport them to the starting location on Long Springs Road. The walk will end at the Steelville Community Park. -
5 Mile Walk Youth (12-16)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th December 2024 (12:30PM CST)
$27.50
CLOSEDFor the 5-mile walk, participants should meet at the Steelville Community Park, 101 MO-8, Steelville, MO 65565. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. The start time is 12:30. Shuttles will be available to transport them to the starting location on Long Springs Road. The walk will end at the Steelville Community Park. -
30 Mile Bike Ride Adult
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th December 2024 (10:00AM CST)
$43.40
CLOSEDThe 30-mile bike ride starts and ends at the Steelville Community Park, 101 MO-8, Steelville, MO 65565, using mostly gravel county roads. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 9 a.m. This is not a timed event. -
30 Mile Bike Ride Youth (12-16)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th December 2024 (10:00AM CST)
$27.50
CLOSEDThe 30-mile bike ride starts and ends at the Steelville Community Park, 101 MO-8, Steelville, MO 65565, using mostly gravel county roads. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 9 a.m. This is not a timed event. -
13 Mile Trail Ride Adult
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th December 2024 (12:00PM CST)
$43.40
CLOSEDThe 13-mile trail ride starts at Brickeys Slab, 17 Huzzah Creek Rd, Steelville, MO 65565, and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Start Time Noon. -
13 Mile Trail Ride Youth (12-16)
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 7th December 2024 (12:00PM CST)
$27.50
CLOSEDThe 13-mile trail ride starts at Brickeys Slab, 17 Huzzah Creek Rd, Steelville, MO 65565, and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Start Time Noon. -
Adult Virtual
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
$43.40
CLOSEDDecide on your virtual event. Walk, Bike Ride, or trail ride. Please keep track of mileage and location and submit photos for special virtual event prizes. -
Youth Virtual
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
$27.50
CLOSEDDecide on your virtual event. Walk, Bike Ride, or trail ride. Please keep track of mileage and location and submit photos for special virtual event prizes.
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