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Course starts and finishes on 13th Street on the south side of Centennial Park in Peru, Il. Race will be chip timed, computerized race results with results posted on Starved Rock Runners web site.

Registration cost is $25.00 through July 27th, and then $30.00 through and including race day.

Traffic control will be provided by Peru Police and race volunteers. The course will NOT be closed to traffic so be aware of your surroundings. No ear buds and/or head phones allowed. No pets..

Pre-registered participants will receive a uni-sex T-Shirt. T-shirts will only be guaranteed to participants signed up on or before July 27th.

Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers, and the top 3 male & female finishers in the following age groups: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54. 55-59,. 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 and up.

Registration Information: $30.00 (including race day). Shirts guaranteed by Aug 1st Registration. Shirt Only: $15.00
Make checks payable to Wenona 5k. Email questions to: Wenonadays5k@gmail.com
Mail registration forms & payment to Wenona 5k, PO Box 94, Wenona, IL 61377. Registration forms can be dropped off at the Wenona City Building. Online Registration is available at: https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Wenona/Wenona5k

Check-in/Packet Pickup: Wenona City Park Pavilion, Friday 5:30—6:30 PM on the day of the event. Special packet pickup arrangements can be made outside of these hours in advance by calling 815.823.9476.

Awards & Age Divisions: Awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in each age bracket, the Overall Male and Female finishers, & the 1st Male and Female finisher from Wenona. Only 1 Award per person. Age Divisions: (one each for Male & Female) 9 and Under: 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and Over

Race & Course Information: The course starts and finishes in Wenona City Park. Certified Distance. Splits every mile. Electronically timed, Computerized Chip Timing Race Results by Racing Expectations with results posted on Starved Rock Runners website. Water on route and light snacks after the finish. Traffic Control and Emergency Medical team on the course.

Wenona welcomes all our runners/walkers to our highly anticipated 5k run/walk! We ask that you pre-register to guarantee your t-shirt. We look forward to having you be a part of our annual event and if any questions, please reach out to our Race Director, Mara McDonough at 815.823.9476 (Call or Text).

5K RUN/WALK /1 MILE WALK TO BENEFITS IV.ALZHEIMER’S GROUP
PARKING AT SCHOOL AND SURROUNDING STREETS
CERF. COURSE/ BIB TIME BY ITSRACINGEXPECTATIONS.COM
ON LNE SIGN UP THRU THEM THROUGH 8-17 AT MIDNIGHT
MAIL IN PAPER APP.’S THROUGHT THE 17TH.. / AFTER THE 17TH ONLY PAPER APP’S TAKEN AT PACKET PICK-UP/ DAY OF RACE. 7:00 AM TO 8:00 AM.STROLLERS WECLOME/NO HEADPHONES
PACKET PICK UP AT YMCA FRIDAY 8-19 5-6 PM.
M/W /YTH SHIRTS/AWARDS ARE DONE W THE CLUB’S GUIDES LINES.
OVERALL M/W. AWARDS

Race Day Schedule:
7:00am Registration and Packet Pick-up
8:00am Kiddie Fun Run Starts
8:30am 5k Race Starts

COURSE:
Begins and ends at the Bureau County Metro Center

ENTRY FEE
$25 8/30 & Before
$30 After 8/31 & After
$300 Corporate Team (up to 20 participants)
Kiddy Fun Run FREE!!!
T-shirts Guaranteed to all pre-registered participants. Available to Day-of registrants, while supplies last!

AWARDS:
Overall Male & Female
Top Princeton Male & Female
Male & Female Age Divisions (Top 3 in each division):
9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

Both events are $25 if received by 9/23/22– $30 day of race. Chip timing and online registration now available. Pre registration packet pick-up is between 7-8:15 am the day of the race at the North Pavilion of Renfrew Park. Awards will be given to the top overall race champions, top Dwight runners and top finishers in each age group for both males and females three deep. All 5k and fun run participants who finish will also receive a special gift to remember their accomplishment. The course is flat and fast, utilizing residential streets with police traffic control. It is well marked with signs and painted streets. Accurate splits at 1 and 2 miles with water. Restrooms available. Participants will receive a t-shirt and post race refreshments. Shirts only guaranteed to those pre-registered by 8/31/22.

Participants can choose between a 5K, 8K, or an untimed 1-mile hike.
Registration ends September 29, 2022 at 8:00am CDT
All distances will start at 9am, Sat. October 1st 2022.
All proceeds benefit Easterseals Central Illinois & Timber Pointe Outdoor Center where every child, regardless of ability, has the chance to attend and enjoy camp.
More information can be found at www.runthewoods.org

This chip timed 10k starts and finishes at the Putnam County Junior High School located at 13183 N 350th Ave, McNabb, IL 61335. It is an out and back 10k on nicely paved county roads surrounded by beautiful country scenery. The course is a mix of hills and flat areas. Water stations will be available on the course. Strollers and walkers welcome, but please no headphones. There will be volunteers at each mile marker and intersection for traffic control but the course will be open to traffic. Emergency crew coverage available. There is a two hour time limit on the course. Post-race food and beverages provided. Race sweatshirt guaranteed to all participants who are pre-registered by October 23rd 2022. After that and through race day, a sweatshirt is not guaranteed.

Packet Pickup and race day registration starts at 8:00am in the school cafeteria
Entry Fee: $30 through October 8th 2022, $35 October 9th through race day. Members of the following clubs: Starved Rock Runners, Prairie State Road Runners, Springfield Road Runners, Lake Run Club and Illinois Valley Striders who register online will receive a $2 discount with coupon code.

Awards: Top overall male and female. Age bracket awards: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54. 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & up.

This year there will be an untimed 1 mile walk and all proceeds from the walk will go to the Starved Rock Runners Kids Clinic in Bob Rehn's name. Price of the walk is $20.

Key items to know:

Pre-race packet pickup is Wednesday, November 24th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm at the Oglesby Elks.
Limited race day registration is available from 7:00am - 8:45am.
Start line will follow governor guidelines at that time. (Current plans are a single gun start at 9:00am)
Post race results available at Starved Rock Runners, Run Sign Up and Racing Expectations
Age groups awards Male/Female: 9 and under, 10-12, 13-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+
$5.00 discount for all Starved Rock Runner Club members (applied automatically at checkout)
Kids fun run!!! 12 and under fun run at 10:15am - Free of charge with a goodie bag for all participants (must sign waiver)
Family discount! 5 or more registered in the family receives a 25% discount.
Please keep in mind that your cooperation and adherence to all safe distancing practices is the key to us being able to offer competitive events like this in the foreseeable future.

General:

Participants are required to be completely self-sufficient.
Participants must follow all CDC safe distancing guidelines.
Participants must be in good health and symptom free from any illness for at least 2 weeks prior to the event.
Registration:

Participants are encouraged to register online in advance.
Pickup of your race bib and fleece stocking hat prior to race day is strongly encouraged. Available at the Oglesby Elks on Wednesday, November 24th from 4:00pm - 7:00pm.
On Course:

It is your responsibility to know the course, and run it safely.
Except for passing, participants should always remain on the far side of the roadway.
Participants passing one another on the course must adhere to “no drafting” rules which include being no closer than 10 feet behind or in front of, or 6 feet beside other competitors at any time. Before passing, participants must be sure they can safely remain 10 feet behind and then 10 feet in front of the participant being overtaken before merging back to the side of the roadway.
Finish Line:

Self-serve water and refreshments will be available at the finish line.
Results:

Results will be updated throughout the event at Starved Rock Runners, Run Sign Up and Racing Expectations.
Parking:

Parking is available on the East and West side of the Elks.
Paper Applications Available

Available at www.StarvedRockRunners.org
Please mail paper applications to: Often Running: 206 S. Linden, Normal, IL 61761
Changes due to COVID: (if anything changes, updates will be sent via email)

Thank you for your consideration and support. We are looking forward to a great event!
No refunds. If the event is canceled we appreciate your donation.

This is a race you’ll be sorry if you miss. We’re moving back to the original course with the Santa and the whole after party.

Santas On The Run benefits the Hall Township Food Pantry. You can run this 5K for time, or you can do it partake in the Holiday spirit. Preregistration includes your choice of a Red: Long Sleeve T-Shirt, a crew sweatshirt or hoodie, a Santa Hat and Beard. All participants are encouraged to wear their hat and beard (and bells if you have them) in the run/walk, but it is not mandated.

The swag is worth the registration fee.

There will be water stops at approximately 1 & 2 miles, that will also include Holiday treats (cookies and candy).

The race will start and end in the parking lot of John F. Kennedy School (800 N. Richards, Spring Valley). The course is accurately measured and will be on paved city streets. The course is mostly flat with a few gentle uphills (in the 5K). Traffic control will be posted at all intersections to keep participants safe. Split times available at every mile.

The race will be chip timed with results to be posted on the Starved Rock Runners web site.

As an added bonus, for each two non-perishable item an entrant brings to donate to the food pantry, their names will be entered into a raffle to be held after the race, with chances to win gift certificates and prizes from race sponsors.The more items you donate, the better your chances of winning (watch the web site as the list of potential winnings grows).

We’re looking to make the race, the prizes and the swag (for those who pre-register), even better than this year. The first 400 to sign up will receive a 50″ x 60″ Santas On The Run fleece blanket. We’re working on sweetening the deal with other swag. Stay tuned for details.

Awards will be given to the overall Male and Female finishers, as well as the top three finishers (Male and Female), in each of the following age groups: 6 & under, 7-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 and over.

Packet pick up and race day registration will be available from 8:30AM until 9:30AM at John F Kennedy School. Day of registration is not guaranteed a shirt.

Registration will open soon.