Wheels & Heels 5k/10k Road Race in Memory of Jamie Kirchner

Saturday, June 1, 2024 Past event
1:15 PM EDT
Harwinton, Connecticut
$27.50–$32.80 · 2 races
5km, 10km

Event summary

Join us for the Wheels & Heels 5K/10K Road Race in Memory of Jamie Kirchner on Saturday, June 1st, 2024, in the beautiful Northwest Hills of Harwinton. This exciting event offers participants the choice between a 5K and a challenging 10K race, with the 10K kicking off at 1:00 PM and the 5K following at 1:15 PM.

Not only is this a fantastic opportunity to get active and enjoy the scenic surroundings, but it also supports a great cause! Proceeds from the race will fund the construction of a wheelchair-accessible ramp for fisherman at Leadmine Brook, enhancing accessibility to the Naugatuck River. With a registration fee of $30 for the 5K and $35 for the 10K, participants can contribute to this meaningful project while enjoying a day of fun, community spirit, and outdoor adventure. Don’t forget to bring your bug spray and park along Valley Road, where our friendly volunteers will assist you. Lace up your sneakers and be part of this inspiring event!

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Races

  • Wheels & Heels 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee &

    Registration starts at 11:30am

    1:15 PM EDT

    $27.50

    Entries closed
  • Wheels & Heels 10k

    Incl. $2.80 Fee &

    Registration starts at 11:30am

    1:00 PM EDT

    $32.80

    Entries closed

Organiser's description

Proceeds from the road race will be used to create a ramp for wheelchair bound fisherman to access Leadmine Brook, a tributary of the Naugatuck River. Proceeds will also be used to gain handicap access to the Naugatuck River when the greenway comes through Harwinton.

Event details and schedule
10K Race Starts at 1pm

5K Race Starts at 1:15pm

Park along Valley Road. There will be volunteers to park you.

Bring bug spray

5K out and back

10K hilly, challenging and fun

Day of registration 5K - $30.00 / 10K $35.00

Location

Valley Road, Harwinton, 06791, CT, United States

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