Union Mills Wilderness 5K, 10K and Virtual Run (Formerly Box Creek Event)
- Date Sat 22nd February 2025
- Time 10:00AM EST
- Location Union mills, North Carolina
- Price $32.80
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for a fantastic day of fun and fitness at the 5th Annual Union Mills Wilderness 5K, 10K, and Virtual Run, taking place on Saturday, February 22, 2025, in beautiful Union Mills, Rutherford, North Carolina! Kicking off at 10 AM, participants can choose between the stunning 10K course that winds alongside the Second Broad River and around the majestic Rocky Face Mountain, or the more leisurely 5K that welcomes runners and walkers alike.
This exciting event not only promises breathtaking scenery and a supportive community atmosphere but also includes virtual run options for those who prefer to participate from their own favorite locations. All participants will receive a finisher medal, a race t-shirt, and a goodie bag, with awards for top finishers across various age groups. Whether you're racing in person or virtually, it's a perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy the great outdoors while supporting educational programs at the Union Mills Learning Center. Don't miss out on this wonderful event that combines fitness, fun, and a touch of competition!
This exciting event not only promises breathtaking scenery and a supportive community atmosphere but also includes virtual run options for those who prefer to participate from their own favorite locations. All participants will receive a finisher medal, a race t-shirt, and a goodie bag, with awards for top finishers across various age groups. Whether you're racing in person or virtually, it's a perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and enjoy the great outdoors while supporting educational programs at the Union Mills Learning Center. Don't miss out on this wonderful event that combines fitness, fun, and a touch of competition!
Organiser's Description
UNION MILLS WILDERNESS 5K, 10K AND VIRTUAL RUN (FORMERLY BOX CREEK EVENT)
10 AM KICK OFF ON 2/22/2025- UNION MILLS, NC
UNION MILLS LEARNING CENTER IS PRESENTING THE 5TH ANNUAL UNION MILLS WILDERNESS 5K, 10K AND VIRTUAL RUN ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2025 (FORMERLY BOX CREEK EVENT -- JUST A NAME CHANGE). THE 10K BOASTS SPECTACULAR SCENERY, TAKING RUNNERS ALONGSIDE THE SECOND BROAD RIVER, THE CSX RAILROAD, AND AROUND THE BASE OF ROCKY FACE MOUNTAIN AND THE AREA NOW KNOWN AS BOX CREEK WILDERNESS. 5K PARTICIPANTS CAN WALK OR RUN THE ROUTE THAT WILL BEGIN AT UNION MILLS LEARNING CENTER. BOTH RACES ARE SCHEDULED TO START AT 10AM.
* VIRTUAL EVENTS OFFERED IN THE 5K AND 10K DISTANCE. FINISHER MEDAL ALONG WITH T SHIRT AND GOODIE BAG WILL BE MAILED OUT._ NO T-SHIRT GUARANTEED TO BE RECEIVED BEFORE THE RACE IF NOT REGISTERED BY THE 16TH_ . RUNNERS MUST SUBMIT THEIR TIME UNDER THEIR PROFILE. YOU WILL HAVE FROM SATURDAY, FEB. 22ND THROUGH MONDAY, FEB. 24TH TO SUBMIT YOUR TIMES UNDER YOUR PROFILE FOR THE VIRTUAL EVENT(S). NO POINTS OR PLACEMENTS WILL BE DESIGNATED.
*BOTH THE 5K AND 10K WILL BE IN THE ROC SERIES POINTS RACE FOR 2025. 1 ADDITIONAL POINT EARNED FOR THE 10K (MAKE NOTE)!!
* WE WILL HAVE RACE DAY SIGN UPS RACE MORNING!
* PRE MADE RACE GOODIE BAGS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED RACE MORNING AT PACKET PICK UP. THE BAG WILL INCLUDE YOUR DISPOSABLE TIMING CHIP (WEAR ON YOUR CHEST), RACE T-SHIRT, AND A FEW SMALL SPONSORED ITEMS.
*REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PREPACKAGED AND SELF SERVED AT BOTH THE FINISH-LINE AREA IN THE AUDITORIUM AND ON THE COURSE.
* AN AWARDS CEREMONY WILL BE HELD IN THE FACILITY AUDITORIUM. A FACE BOOK LIVE VIDEO WILL TAKE PLACE. AWARDS WILL BE MAILED IF ANYONE LEAVES BEFORE THE CEREMONY. FIND YOUR RESULTS UNDER RACINGTOES.COM
T SHIRT DEAD LINE FEB 16TH. DUE TO DEMAND AND THE ABILITY TO RECEIVE SHIPMENTS FROM THE VENDOR IN A TIMELY MANNER, SHIRT COLORS MAY VARY.
AWARDS FOR TOP 2 MALE & FEMALE OVERALL
TOP 3 PLACES (MALE & FEMALE) IN EACH AGE GROUP:
1-12; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 & OVER.
CONTACT UMLC PRESIDENT, ELAINE CONNER FOR MORE INFORMATION. [email protected] (828) 429-5871
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT WILL GO TOWARDS BUILDING UPGRADES AND THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THE UNION MILLS LEARNING CENTER.
10 AM KICK OFF ON 2/22/2025- UNION MILLS, NC
UNION MILLS LEARNING CENTER IS PRESENTING THE 5TH ANNUAL UNION MILLS WILDERNESS 5K, 10K AND VIRTUAL RUN ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2025 (FORMERLY BOX CREEK EVENT -- JUST A NAME CHANGE). THE 10K BOASTS SPECTACULAR SCENERY, TAKING RUNNERS ALONGSIDE THE SECOND BROAD RIVER, THE CSX RAILROAD, AND AROUND THE BASE OF ROCKY FACE MOUNTAIN AND THE AREA NOW KNOWN AS BOX CREEK WILDERNESS. 5K PARTICIPANTS CAN WALK OR RUN THE ROUTE THAT WILL BEGIN AT UNION MILLS LEARNING CENTER. BOTH RACES ARE SCHEDULED TO START AT 10AM.
* VIRTUAL EVENTS OFFERED IN THE 5K AND 10K DISTANCE. FINISHER MEDAL ALONG WITH T SHIRT AND GOODIE BAG WILL BE MAILED OUT._ NO T-SHIRT GUARANTEED TO BE RECEIVED BEFORE THE RACE IF NOT REGISTERED BY THE 16TH_ . RUNNERS MUST SUBMIT THEIR TIME UNDER THEIR PROFILE. YOU WILL HAVE FROM SATURDAY, FEB. 22ND THROUGH MONDAY, FEB. 24TH TO SUBMIT YOUR TIMES UNDER YOUR PROFILE FOR THE VIRTUAL EVENT(S). NO POINTS OR PLACEMENTS WILL BE DESIGNATED.
*BOTH THE 5K AND 10K WILL BE IN THE ROC SERIES POINTS RACE FOR 2025. 1 ADDITIONAL POINT EARNED FOR THE 10K (MAKE NOTE)!!
* WE WILL HAVE RACE DAY SIGN UPS RACE MORNING!
* PRE MADE RACE GOODIE BAGS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED RACE MORNING AT PACKET PICK UP. THE BAG WILL INCLUDE YOUR DISPOSABLE TIMING CHIP (WEAR ON YOUR CHEST), RACE T-SHIRT, AND A FEW SMALL SPONSORED ITEMS.
*REFRESHMENTS WILL BE PREPACKAGED AND SELF SERVED AT BOTH THE FINISH-LINE AREA IN THE AUDITORIUM AND ON THE COURSE.
* AN AWARDS CEREMONY WILL BE HELD IN THE FACILITY AUDITORIUM. A FACE BOOK LIVE VIDEO WILL TAKE PLACE. AWARDS WILL BE MAILED IF ANYONE LEAVES BEFORE THE CEREMONY. FIND YOUR RESULTS UNDER RACINGTOES.COM
T SHIRT DEAD LINE FEB 16TH. DUE TO DEMAND AND THE ABILITY TO RECEIVE SHIPMENTS FROM THE VENDOR IN A TIMELY MANNER, SHIRT COLORS MAY VARY.
AWARDS FOR TOP 2 MALE & FEMALE OVERALL
TOP 3 PLACES (MALE & FEMALE) IN EACH AGE GROUP:
1-12; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 & OVER.
CONTACT UMLC PRESIDENT, ELAINE CONNER FOR MORE INFORMATION. [email protected] (828) 429-5871
ALL PROCEEDS FROM THIS EVENT WILL GO TOWARDS BUILDING UPGRADES AND THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THE UNION MILLS LEARNING CENTER.
Races
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5k Timed (In Person)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd February 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$32.80
Awards for Top Male & Female Overall and Top Male & Female in each Age Group: 1-12; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 & over -
10K Timed (In Person)
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd February 2025 (10:00AM EST)
$32.80
Awards for Top Male & Female Overall and Top Male & Female in each Age Group: 1-12; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70 & over -
Virtual 5k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
Run your 5k Virtually. Your own course your own time frame and submit your results between Feb 24th and 26th under your profile. -
Virtual 10k
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
$32.80
Run your 10k Virtually. Your own course your own time frame and submit your results between Feb 22nd and 24th under your profile.
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