Walnut 5k Run/Walk for ALS

Saturday, July 6, 2024 Past event
9:00 AM CDT
Walnut, Illinois

Event summary

Join us for the Walnut 5K Run/Walk for ALS on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. in Walnut, Illinois! This exciting event kicks off in front of Bureau Valley Elementary Walnut Campus, located at 323 S Main St, and is a fantastic opportunity to support ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) research while enjoying a spirited day of fitness and community.

Participants will tackle a well-measured 3.1-mile course, complete with chip timing, mile marker clocks, and an aid station to keep you refreshed. Whether you're a competitive runner or a casual walker, everyone is welcome and encouraged to join in the fun! Registration begins at 6:45 a.m. with an entry fee of just $20, which includes a guaranteed t-shirt if you register by June 28. Awards will be presented for the top finishers in various categories, ensuring a festive atmosphere filled with camaraderie and celebration. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a difference and enjoy a healthy, active day in beautiful Walnut!

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Place
323 S Main St
Walnut, IL US 61376
Description
Walnut 5K Run/Walk for ALS Saturday, July 6, 2024 8:00 a.m. 323 S, Main St., Walnut, Illinois

Starting line is in front of Bureau Valley Elementary Walnut Campus. Check in at park tent south of the school.

All proceeds will be donated to ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) research.

RACE FEATURES: 3.1 MILES, Accurately measured, Chip timing, Mile marker clocks, Aid Station, Traffic control, Refreshments, T-Shirts. Computerized results!

WALKERS ARE WELCOME & ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE!!

Check-In & Race Day Registration: 6:45-7:45 am, south of school at tent by park shelter. Please arrive early.

Entry Fee: $20.00 and guarantee t-shirt if received by Friday, June 28.

Make checks payable to Running Through ALS LTD. MAIL PAYMENT TO: Running Through ALS LTD PO Box 141 Walnut, IL 61376 EMAIL: [email protected] Phone # 815-303-9348
Awards: Male & Female 1,2,3rd place trophies.

Trophies to first male & female Walnut finishers.

Medals to 1, 2, 3rd in age groups: 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 & over.

We will continue our Stroller / Wheel Chair Division!!!

Timing and results will be provided by Racing Expectations. Results will be posted after the race and online at: www.racingexpectations.com and www.starvedrockrunners.org. Awards will follow. No pets or bicycles allowed. In case of race cancellation (due to events beyond our control) we thank you for your donation.

Location

323 S, Main St., Walnut, 61376, IL, United States

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