Join us on October 8th for the 5k, 10k, and NEW Kids Ride-A-Thon at the Prairie Park Fishery. Everyone is welcome to participate. Check out more details about the race route and about the Kids Ride-A-Thon below:

Online registration is closed as of Oct. 3rd, 2022. We have limited walk-up registration ability on the morning of Oct. 9th. Make sure to get there right at 8:30 to get registered!

QUICK FACTS:

$30.00 Registration for the 5k or 10k gets you a spot in the race! All races are timed and you will be provided bibs at check-in on Oct. 8th *A limited amount of 2022 Run & Ride T-shirts will be available for individuals who registered after Sept. 26th, 2022 for the 5k Run, 5k Walk, or 10k Run at check-in. They are first come, first serve, and are not guaranteed.
$5.00 Kids Ride-A-Thon Registration sets your child up for an awesome Ride-A-Thon and interactive fundraising experience! See more details below about the Kids Ride-A-Thon and how they can become a Changemaker!
Awards will be handed out for the 5k Walk, 5k Run, and 10k run based on the following categories:
- 5k Walk:
  - Overall Male (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place)
  - Overall Female (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place)
- 5k Run:
  - Overall Male (1st Place only),
  - Overall Female (1st Place only),
  - Male 10 and under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+ (with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards in each range)
  - Female 10 and under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+ (with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards in each range)
- 10k Run:
- - Overall Male (1st Place only),
  - Overall Female (1st Place only),
  - Male 10 and under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+ (with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards in each range)
  - Female 10 and under, 11-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+ (with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards in each range)

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Saturday, Oct.8th

8:30 AM Race Registration/Check-in/Packet & Bib pick up

9:00 AM 5k and 10k Races start

10:30 AM Awards for the races

11:00 AM Check-in for Ride-A-Thon

12:30 PM Ride-A-Thon last call

RACE OUTLINE:

We are making some changes to the route this year, stay tuned as we update the outlines below! There will be on hard surface and an out-and-back for both the 5k and 10k routes.

The 5K Run and Walk is a partial loop around the Prairie Park Fishery (1.21 miles) with an out (.65 mile) and back (.65 mile) on the Sac and Fox Trail, returning to the Fishery trail (.58 mile) for a total of 5K. The numberless solid red dot is the start and finish line! See the outline below:

The 10K run is a full loop plus partial loop of the Prairie Park Fishery (3.02 miles) with an out (1.3 miles) and back (1.3 miles) on the Sac and Fox Trail, returning to the Fishery Trail (.58 miles) totaling 10K. See the outline below:

We will have course marshals for safety at multiple points throughout the course. Water stations will also be set up for mid-race hydration.

RIDE-A-THON DETAILS:
Willis Dady's Run & Ride Festival will include a Kids Ride-A-Thon! The Ride-A-Thon gives your child a fun activity and the opportunity to make a difference. Register them today to become a Changemaker and fundraise for those experiencing homelessness in our community! *Remote Lap completion is available. Reach out to Jason@willisdady.org to learn more.

The Ride-A-Thon:

On October 8th, bring your kids, their bikes, and their pit crew to encourage them as they ride! We will have parking lots set up with age-appropriate distances that your child will circle around in a set time limit. Volunteers and staff members will help you find the right area for your child's laps and be the timers. There are two lap sizes that you can choose from for your child:

Lap Option 1: Trail Loop, .12 Miles

Lap Option 2: Around the Parking Lot, .03 Miles

Every child doing laps is required to have a parent in attendance, but they are also welcome to bring a pit crew to cheer them on! Kids can start their Ride-A-Thon laps from 10:30-12:30 on the 8th. Help your child fundraise for their laps to receive prizes in their Changemaker box! Read more about that below ⬇

*Remote Lap completion is available. Reach out to Jason@willisdady.org to learn more.

Become A Changemaker:

After registering your child for Willis Dady's Kids Ride-A-Thon, you'll receive a pledge form, flyers, and a couple of social media posts that you can share with your friends, coworkers, and family by mid-August. Encourage them to support your child's ride by pledging a certain dollar amount per lap, or a straight donation to help your child make a difference for those experiencing homelessness. Check out the reward levels below:

Changemaker boxes will be sent out post-race (allowing delivery time for rewards) by the end of December 2022. If you have any questions or concerns about your child's participation in the Ride-A-Thon, feel free to contact Jason at jason@willisdady.org.

Willis Dady's 10th Run & Ride

By Willis Dady Homeless Services

Willis Dady's 10th Run & Ride

Join us on October 8th to benefit Willis Dady Homeless Services!

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