Rock Springs Ramble
Saturday, May 18, 2024
Past event
10:00 AM CDT
Decatur, Illinois
$10.00–$35.00 · 5 races
5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of community spirit and outdoor fun at the Rock Springs Ramble on Saturday, May 18, 2024, in Decatur, Macon! This vibrant event features a variety of race distances to suit all ages and abilities, including a 5K run/walk, a 1-mile run/walk, and a special 1/4 mile Kids' Fun Run. Participants in the 5K and 1-mile events will receive a finisher's medal, a stylish t-shirt, and a handy tote bag, while the top three finishers in the 5K will be awarded unique hand-painted wildlife rocks created by local artist Sheryl Polley.
Join the fun and support local natural areas and wildlife while indulging in a post-race pizza lunch! This event serves as a fundraiser for the Macon County Conservation Foundation, contributing to the restoration of natural areas and educational programs in the community. With a registration fee of $35 for the 5K and 1-mile events and just $10 for the Kids' Fun Run, every dollar raised goes towards preserving Macon County's beautiful landscapes. Sign up by April 18th to secure your race swag and help make a difference—let
Join the fun and support local natural areas and wildlife while indulging in a post-race pizza lunch! This event serves as a fundraiser for the Macon County Conservation Foundation, contributing to the restoration of natural areas and educational programs in the community. With a registration fee of $35 for the 5K and 1-mile events and just $10 for the Kids' Fun Run, every dollar raised goes towards preserving Macon County's beautiful landscapes. Sign up by April 18th to secure your race swag and help make a difference—let
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Races
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Rock Springs Ramble 5k Run/Walk
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed10:00 AM CDT
$35.00
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Kids' Fun Run
Entries closed9:30 AM CDT
$10.00
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1 Mile Walk/Run
Includes T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$35.00
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5k Run/Walk Virtual
VirtualIncludes T-Shirt
Entries closed10:00 AM CDT
$35.00
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1 Mile Run/Walk Virtual
VirtualIncludes T-Shirt
Entries closed10:00 AM CDT
$35.00
Organiser's description
SUPPORT LOCAL NATURAL AREAS AND WILDLIFE AT THE ROCK SPRINGS RAMBLE, FEATURING A 5K RUN/WALK, A 1-MILE RUN/WALK, THE ROCK SPRINGS RAMBLE CHALLENGE, AND 1/4 MILE KIDS' FUN RUN!
This fundraiser supports the Macon County Conservation Foundation https://www.maconcountyconservationfoundation.org, a non-profit organization that helps fund natural area restoration and educational programs at the Macon County Conservation District https://maconcountyconservation.org, and its Rock Springs Nature Center https://maconcountyconservation.org/conservation-areas/rock-springs-nature-center.
The Macon County Conservation Foundation wants to highlight the importance of natural areas and our need for fresh air and space in nature. By registering to run or walk, you support these natural areas and their wildlife. In addition, those registered for the 5k and 1-mile Run/Walk will receive a FINISHER'S MEDAL, T-SHIRT, AND A TOTE BAG. HAND-PAINTED WILDLIFE ROCKS (created by local artist Sheryl Polley) WILL BE AWARDED TO TOP 3 FINISHERS IN 5 YEAR AGE GROUPS UP 70 AND OVER. Children registered for the Kids' Fun Run will receive a TREE COOKIE MEDAL.
After the run, join us for a pizza lunch!
Please note that the 5K and 1-mile Run/Walk will begin and end in the Rock Springs Nature Center parking lot, and the course will be on the paved Rock Springs-Fairview Bike Path. To qualify for the Rock Springs Ramble Challenge, participants must participate in both the 5K and the 1-mile.
Registration is $35 FOR 5K RUN/WALK, $35 FOR 1-MILE RUN/WALK, and $10 FOR THE KIDS' FUN RUN.
REGISTER BY APRIL 18TH TO RECEIVE T-SHIRT, BAG AND FINISHERS MEDAL ON RACE DAY.
On-line and race day registration available. Online registration closes May 16th at 1pm.
RACE PACKETS AND RACE SWAG WILL BE AVAILABLE BEGINNING MAY 16TH. POST-RACE, REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS MAY PICK UP THEIR ITEMS AT THEIR CONVENIENCE FROM INSIDE ROCK SPRINGS NATURE CENTER, ANY TIME DURING NATURE CENTER HOURS (8AM-5PM).
NEW THIS YEAR - BECOME A FUNDRAISER!
MAKE AN EVEN BIGGER IMPACTFUNDRAISE FOR THE ROCK SPRINGS RAMBLE https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/101703/BecomeFundraiser!
Support local conservation by asking friends and family to donate towards your efforts! Your participation helps preserve Macon County's natural resources and fund environmental education that reaches thousands each year. Our fundraising goal for each participant is $100, but feel free to aim higherevery dollar makes a difference!
As one of only five conservation districts in the entire state of Illinois, your contributions help protect and restore the beautiful natural areas that make our community special. Lets rally together and ensure a bright future for the land and wildlife we love!
TEAM UP FOR CONSERVATIONFUNDRAISE TOGETHER FOR THE ROCK SPRINGS RAMBLE!
Why not make an even bigger impact by rallying your friends, family, or coworkers to form a fundraising team? Together, you can raise vital funds for the Macon County Conservation Foundation, helping protect and restore our local natural areas and fund environmental education programs that inspire the next generation.
Set a team goal of $500 or more, and work together to reach it! As one of only five conservation districts in Illinois, your support helps ensure the future of the parks, prairies, and wildlife habitats we all cherish. Every donationlarge or smallbrings us closer to our shared goal of preserving Macon Countys natural beauty.
Lets band together and make a lasting impact on the environment!
This fundraiser supports the Macon County Conservation Foundation https://www.maconcountyconservationfoundation.org, a non-profit organization that helps fund natural area restoration and educational programs at the Macon County Conservation District https://maconcountyconservation.org, and its Rock Springs Nature Center https://maconcountyconservation.org/conservation-areas/rock-springs-nature-center.
The Macon County Conservation Foundation wants to highlight the importance of natural areas and our need for fresh air and space in nature. By registering to run or walk, you support these natural areas and their wildlife. In addition, those registered for the 5k and 1-mile Run/Walk will receive a FINISHER'S MEDAL, T-SHIRT, AND A TOTE BAG. HAND-PAINTED WILDLIFE ROCKS (created by local artist Sheryl Polley) WILL BE AWARDED TO TOP 3 FINISHERS IN 5 YEAR AGE GROUPS UP 70 AND OVER. Children registered for the Kids' Fun Run will receive a TREE COOKIE MEDAL.
After the run, join us for a pizza lunch!
Please note that the 5K and 1-mile Run/Walk will begin and end in the Rock Springs Nature Center parking lot, and the course will be on the paved Rock Springs-Fairview Bike Path. To qualify for the Rock Springs Ramble Challenge, participants must participate in both the 5K and the 1-mile.
Registration is $35 FOR 5K RUN/WALK, $35 FOR 1-MILE RUN/WALK, and $10 FOR THE KIDS' FUN RUN.
REGISTER BY APRIL 18TH TO RECEIVE T-SHIRT, BAG AND FINISHERS MEDAL ON RACE DAY.
On-line and race day registration available. Online registration closes May 16th at 1pm.
RACE PACKETS AND RACE SWAG WILL BE AVAILABLE BEGINNING MAY 16TH. POST-RACE, REGISTERED PARTICIPANTS MAY PICK UP THEIR ITEMS AT THEIR CONVENIENCE FROM INSIDE ROCK SPRINGS NATURE CENTER, ANY TIME DURING NATURE CENTER HOURS (8AM-5PM).
NEW THIS YEAR - BECOME A FUNDRAISER!
MAKE AN EVEN BIGGER IMPACTFUNDRAISE FOR THE ROCK SPRINGS RAMBLE https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/101703/BecomeFundraiser!
Support local conservation by asking friends and family to donate towards your efforts! Your participation helps preserve Macon County's natural resources and fund environmental education that reaches thousands each year. Our fundraising goal for each participant is $100, but feel free to aim higherevery dollar makes a difference!
As one of only five conservation districts in the entire state of Illinois, your contributions help protect and restore the beautiful natural areas that make our community special. Lets rally together and ensure a bright future for the land and wildlife we love!
TEAM UP FOR CONSERVATIONFUNDRAISE TOGETHER FOR THE ROCK SPRINGS RAMBLE!
Why not make an even bigger impact by rallying your friends, family, or coworkers to form a fundraising team? Together, you can raise vital funds for the Macon County Conservation Foundation, helping protect and restore our local natural areas and fund environmental education programs that inspire the next generation.
Set a team goal of $500 or more, and work together to reach it! As one of only five conservation districts in Illinois, your support helps ensure the future of the parks, prairies, and wildlife habitats we all cherish. Every donationlarge or smallbrings us closer to our shared goal of preserving Macon Countys natural beauty.
Lets band together and make a lasting impact on the environment!
Location
Rock Springs Conservation Area, 3939 Nearing Lane, Decatur, 62521, IL, United States
Rock Springs Ramble
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