Woldumar Trail Run

  • Date Sun 3rd November 2024
  • Location Lansing, Michigan
  • Price Free - $44.00
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

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Event summary

Join us for the 16th Annual Woldumar Trail Run on Sunday, November 3rd, 2024, at the scenic Woldumar Nature Center in Lansing, Eaton County! This vibrant event invites runners, walkers, and nature lovers to experience the stunning fall landscapes along the trails while supporting environmental education. Participants can choose to take part in the Muskrat Mile Fun Run, starting at 9:00 AM, or the 5K Run/Walk, which kicks off at 9:30 AM. The course winds through beautiful prairies, pine forests, wetlands, and hardwood forests, all set on over 180 acres of protected land along the Grand River.

Prepare for a day filled with fun and community spirit, as children's activities will be available during and after the 5K event. Remember, pre-registration is required for all participants, and early packet pickup will be available on November 1st. Not only will you enjoy a fantastic fall run, but your participation also supports the Woldumar Nature Association's mission to foster a passion for the natural world among local youth. With awards for top finishers and custom finisher medallions for all participants, this is an event you won't want to miss!

Organiser's Description

Runners, walkers, and nature enthusiasts! You are invited to enjoy the beauty of fall on the trails at WOLDUMAR NATURE CENTER.

Join us on Sunday, November 3rd for the 16th Annual Woldumar Trail Run presented by Lake Trust Credit Union!

The WOLDUMAR NATURE ASSOCIATION is a Lansing, MI based nonprofit that engages over 7,000 students in outdoor education each year. You'll enjoy the beauty of our prairie, pine forest, wetlands, and hardwood forest as you run along the Grand River on over 180 acres protected by the Association.

Not only is this the perfect fall run on a beautiful course, but _most importantly_ your participation supports quality science education that instills passion for the natural world in young people throughout the Greater Lansing Area. Your support furthers our mission: "To educate people about the natural environment."

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

* To streamline the event day, PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. THERE WILL NOT BE A RACE-DAY REGISTRATION OPTION.
* The course has varied natural running surfaces (no pavement) so we encourage you to run cautiously.
* Refreshments are provided after the race.
* Children's activities are offered during and after the 5K event.
* Pets are not allowed on the course during the in-person event, but are welcome on the trails during other times while the course is up.
* Participants may walk with strollers, but should be prepared for a rugged and varied terrain.
* Long-sleeve shirts are included with registration. Additional shirts may be purchased for $20 at the race while supplies last.
* Be sure to register early, as there is no race day registration.
* EARLY PACKET PICKUP will be held on Friday, November 1st from 4-6pm at the Woldumar Nature Center, inside the Merry Olds Room.
* DAY-OF PACKET PICKUP STARTS AT 8:00 AM THE DAY OF THE EVENT.
* MUSKRAT MILE FUN RUN BEGINS AT 9:00 AM.
* 5K RUN/WALK STARTS AT 9:30 AM.
* WOLDUMAR NATURE CENTER IS LOCATED AT 5739 OLD LANSING RD, LANSING MI 48917

PRICING:

* 5K registration:

* 8/1/24-8/31/24 Individual Registration: $30
* 9/1/24-10/2/24 Individual Registration: $35
* 10/3/24-11/2/24 Individual Registration: $40
* _Group Registration Discount save $5 per person when registering 4 or more at the same time_

* Muskrat Mile registration: FREE thanks to our generous sponsor, Delta Dental
* DONATE $50 AND RECEIVE $25 OFF YOUR ENTRY FEE
* DONATE $100 AND RECEIVE COMPLIMENTARY REGISTRATION
* THANK YOU for considering a donation. All donations and proceeds from the 5K support quality environmental education and land protection!

AWARDS:

Hand-made natural wood plaques for overall first place for all genders

Custom finisher medallions for all participants.

1st-3rd place awarded in each age group all genders: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and over.

Results will be live during the race and available afterward on RunSignup in the results tab at the top.

The race is professionally timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SPONSORING OR VOLUNTEERING AT THIS EVENT, PLEASE CONTACT [email protected]

Races

  • Woldumar 5K Trail Run

    Incl. $4.00 Fee & Long Sleeve Hooded Shirt

    Sun 3rd November 2024

    $44.00

    The Woldumar Trail Run is proudly presented by Lake Trust Credit Union.
  • Delta Dental Muskrat Mile

    T-Shirt

    Sun 3rd November 2024

    Free

    The Muskrat Mile is a 1-mile course intended for participants who wish to participate in a shorter distance. Donations are appreciated. The Muskrat Mile is proudly presented by Delta Dental.

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5739 Old Lansing Rd., Lansing, 48917, MI, United States

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