A quiet Route66 shrine and a powerful moment of reflection on our journey.

Welcome to Stop15: Waggoner, home to one of the most peaceful and meaningful landmarks on the entire Mother Road: the Our Lady of the Highway Shrine. Tucked along the rural Route66 corridor, this serene roadside sanctuary has offered travelers comfort, reflection, and protection for generations.

This stop is intentionally quieter a moment in the series where the mission feels deeply personal. The shrines gentle presence, the open sky, and the countryside landscape create a setting that honors the courage of those living with ALS and the compassion of the communities who support them.

This series stands in solidarity with Enric Casacuberta, who is running the entire Illinois stretch of Route66 solo to honor those living with ALS. At each stop, participants join Enric for a 2.1mile shared Sidekick segment a symbolic reminder that no one travels this road alone. Waggoner offers one of the most heartfelt meetup points, where the quiet of the countryside meets the strength of the mission.

star Series Rewards
Every participant receives one official series medal. Each time you complete a stop, youll earn a new Route66 charm to add to your medal building your collection one town at a time. Your series. Your pace. All for one cause.

star Shirts
Event shirts are optional and can be purchased during registration.

star Event Highlights
6.6K Route66 Course: A peaceful, scenic run along the rural stretch leading to the shrine.
Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1mile shared Sidekick segment.
A Route66 Treasure: One of the most meaningful yet lesserknown landmarks on the Illinois stretch.
Sidekick Spirit: Honoring families and supporters walking alongside those facing ALS.
CommunityDriven: Open to all paces Waggoners quiet charm makes this stop unforgettable.
star What You Get
Custom Stop15: Waggoner 6.6K bib
Waggoner Route66 charm for your medal
Postrun refreshments and community connection
Support for ALS awareness and Enrics Route66 mission
star Why 6.6K?
Each event honors the Mother Road 6.6 kilometers symbolizing the long, winding journey families travel with ALS. Your miles matter. Your presence matters. Your solidarity matters.

star Be Part of the Journey
Waggoner invites reflection a moment to breathe, honor the mission, and stand together in quiet strength. When you show up here, you help lift Enrics journey, amplify ALS awareness, and strengthen a statewide movement built on compassion and courage.

Lace up. Show up. Stand with us. Side by side. Mile by mile. Down Route66.