Renee Pickard Memorial Kids on the Run 5k

Saturday, August 10, 2024 Past event
8:00 AM EDT
Wilkesboro, North Carolina
$38.50 · 1 race
5km

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the Renee Pickard Memorial Kids on the Run 5K, taking place on Saturday, August 10th, 2024, in the beautiful town of Wilkesboro, Wilkes. This vibrant event kicks off at 8 AM and promises to be a day filled with inspiration and community spirit. In honor of Renee Pickard, a beloved local resident and passionate advocate for youth athletics, this race combines the 15th season of Kids on the Run with the third year of the memorial run.

Join us in celebrating Renee’s legacy of wellness and dedication to young athletes while enjoying a scenic 5K course that will showcase the stunning surroundings of Wilkesboro. All proceeds from this event will directly support children in the Kids on the Run training program, ensuring they have the resources and encouragement they need to thrive. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to uplift the youth in our community and witness their hard work as they cross the finish line. Sign up today and be part of this memorable event that honors a cherished local hero!

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  • Renee Pickard Memorial Kids on the Run 5k

    Incl. $3.50 Fee & Commemorative race T-Shirt

    Important Race Information: Packet Pickup will begin at 6:30AM at the Wilkes Family YMCA pavilion. The race begins at the YMCA pavilion near the entrance to the greenway on Industrial Dr behind the Wilkes Family YMCA and is an out-and-back course Walkers and strollers are welcome! Use headphones at your own risk Bathrooms will be available inside the YMCA and at the pavilion before and after the race light snacks and water will be available to participants after the race. Parking will be in the back parking lot of the Wilkes Family YMCA Our Kids on the Run Program emphasizes personal goals and completing the distance. In the essence of this program, all finishers will receive a finisher medal. No age group awards will be awarded. First 150 registrants will receive a race T-shirt.

    8:00 AM EDT

    $38.50

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Organiser's description

Please join us for the running of the Renee Pickard Memorial Kids on the Run 5K in Wilkesboro on August 10th, 2024 at 8AM.

Renee, a longtime resident and friend to many in Wilkesboro, passed away unexpectedly while competing in the Grand Circle Trailfest, a tough 3-day trail running event that took place in Kanab, Utah in 2021. In memory of Renee's passion and dedication to running, wellness, and coaching youth athletes, we are combining our 15th season of Kids on the Run with our 3rd year of the Renee Pickard Memorial Run.

We have no doubt this combination will honor Renee in spirit, mind, and body.

All proceeds from the Renee Pickard Memorial Kids on the Run 5K will benefit children participating in the Kids on the Run 5K training program held each summer. Registration for this race will not only benefit you in health but fill your cup in spirit witnessing the hard work these youth athletes put in throughout the summer come together as they cross the finish line!

Location

1801 YMCA Blvd., Wilkesboro, 28697, NC, United States

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