Tap into the Trails
- Date Sat 21st September 2024
- Time 8:15AM EST
- Location Cheboygan, Michigan
- Price $38.60
- Races 2 races
- Distances 10km, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of outdoor adventure at the Tap into the Trails event on Saturday, September 21st, 2024, in the beautiful city of Cheboygan! This vibrant community celebration invites participants to explore the scenic trails of northern Michigan with two race options: a 5k and a 10k that showcase the stunning North Central State Trail and the North Eastern State Trail. Starting from Festival Square, both courses offer a relatively flat terrain for runners to enjoy, with a mix of pavement and crushed limestone paths.
Don't miss out on the same-day registration beginning at 7 AM, and remember, pre-registration closes at 7 PM on September 20th! Safety is a priority, with the Cheboygan Police Department ensuring a secure environment as you navigate the open course. Beyond the races, the Tap into the Trails event features a weekend full of activities, including a bike ride, birding walk, and a fun 21+ beer festival. Join us in celebrating the trails and community spirit while supporting local initiatives to enhance the beautiful landscapes of northern Michigan!
Don't miss out on the same-day registration beginning at 7 AM, and remember, pre-registration closes at 7 PM on September 20th! Safety is a priority, with the Cheboygan Police Department ensuring a secure environment as you navigate the open course. Beyond the races, the Tap into the Trails event features a weekend full of activities, including a bike ride, birding walk, and a fun 21+ beer festival. Join us in celebrating the trails and community spirit while supporting local initiatives to enhance the beautiful landscapes of northern Michigan!
Organiser's Description
PRE-REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE AT 7PM ON 9/20, BUT THERE WILL BE SAME DAY REGISTRATION STARTING AT 7 AM ON THE 21ST!
The Cheboygan Area is excited for you to explore all of the trails in their region. Join us for the Tap into the Trails 5k or 10k to explore Cheboygan and the trails available to you from the heart of town. The 5k and 10k will explore how easy it is to access the North Central State Trail from downtown Cheboygan for a fairly flat course on both pavement and crushed limestone.
The 10k course will highlight both the North Central State Trail and the North Eastern State Trail, starting from Festival Square in Downtown Cheboygan.
Route Map. [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2066500?units=km]
_Please note, a portion of this course will be on road. The Cheboygan Police Department will help out to keep traffic at bay to keep you safe. _
Things to know:
- Parking and Restrooms will be available at City Hall
- This is an open course - you may encounter other trail users along the way
- We've worked with the Police Chief to ensure your safety. Roads will be closed/monitored during the event
- This is our first year! _Because of this, our timing will be informal._
- Headphones are not advised so you can be aware of your surroundings
A full list of the weekend's activities can be found here, [https://www.cheboygan.com/tap-into-the-trails-2024]including a bike ride, birding walk and a 21+ beer festival.
Event proceeds will benefit trails in northern Michigan.
The Cheboygan Area is excited for you to explore all of the trails in their region. Join us for the Tap into the Trails 5k or 10k to explore Cheboygan and the trails available to you from the heart of town. The 5k and 10k will explore how easy it is to access the North Central State Trail from downtown Cheboygan for a fairly flat course on both pavement and crushed limestone.
The 10k course will highlight both the North Central State Trail and the North Eastern State Trail, starting from Festival Square in Downtown Cheboygan.
Route Map. [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/2066500?units=km]
_Please note, a portion of this course will be on road. The Cheboygan Police Department will help out to keep traffic at bay to keep you safe. _
Things to know:
- Parking and Restrooms will be available at City Hall
- This is an open course - you may encounter other trail users along the way
- We've worked with the Police Chief to ensure your safety. Roads will be closed/monitored during the event
- This is our first year! _Because of this, our timing will be informal._
- Headphones are not advised so you can be aware of your surroundings
A full list of the weekend's activities can be found here, [https://www.cheboygan.com/tap-into-the-trails-2024]including a bike ride, birding walk and a 21+ beer festival.
Event proceeds will benefit trails in northern Michigan.
Races
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10K Run
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st September 2024 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.60
CLOSED -
5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 21st September 2024 (8:15AM EDT)
$38.60
CLOSED
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