Run The Stengel 10k and Half Marathon
Saturday, May 6, 2023
Past event
9:15 AM EDT
$38.10–$48.70 · 2 races
10km, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of running at the inaugural Run The Stengel 10k and Half Marathon on Saturday, May 6, 2023! Set against the picturesque backdrop of the Joe Stengel Trail, participants will enjoy a scenic route that stretches from Woosung to Polo along a beautiful, tree-lined former rail corridor. This flat and fast trail is perfect for runners of all levels, whether you're aiming for a personal record or just looking to enjoy the great outdoors. Choose between a 10K or a Half Marathon distance, both of which feature an out-and-back format and will include two aid stations to keep you energized. Don't forget, the deadline to secure your event T-shirt is April 20. Join us for a fantastic day filled with community spirit and outdoor fun!
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Races
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Run The Stengel 10k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:15 AM EDT
$38.10
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Run The Stengel Half Marathon
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Entries closed9:00 AM EDT
$48.70
Organiser's description
Inaugural Run The Stengel!
Come run from Woosung to Polo on the Stengel Trail! Choose from either the 10K or Half Marathon distance along the tree lined former rail corridor. Both distances are out and back. There will be 2 aid stations and will be gun timed. This trail is flat and fast, a great place for a PR, all paces are welcome. Tshirt deadline is April 20.
The Joe Stengel Trail | Lee County Tourism Council (leecountyfun.com)
The Joe Stengel Trail follows an old railroad corridor for 7 miles between the town of Polo and the much smaller community of Woosung. The trail corridor traces farm country along a route scattered with trees. This is a gravel multi-use trail for horses, snowmobiles, bicycles and pedestrians. The trail runs through both Ogle and Lee counties.
Come run from Woosung to Polo on the Stengel Trail! Choose from either the 10K or Half Marathon distance along the tree lined former rail corridor. Both distances are out and back. There will be 2 aid stations and will be gun timed. This trail is flat and fast, a great place for a PR, all paces are welcome. Tshirt deadline is April 20.
The Joe Stengel Trail | Lee County Tourism Council (leecountyfun.com)
The Joe Stengel Trail follows an old railroad corridor for 7 miles between the town of Polo and the much smaller community of Woosung. The trail corridor traces farm country along a route scattered with trees. This is a gravel multi-use trail for horses, snowmobiles, bicycles and pedestrians. The trail runs through both Ogle and Lee counties.
Location
41.906741, -89.541423, Turn on Holden, look for parking signs, Woosung, 61091, IL, United States
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