Blackberry Farm will welcome runners, walkers, and athletes of all abilities to the Barnyard Dash 5K at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 28.
The USTAF-certified course, will feature 14 age divisions for both men and women racers ages 10 and up. Those who register by Thursday, April 19 will enjoy the early-bird rate of $29. and are guaranteed a Dri-Fit race T-shirt. The early-bird rate extends through April 22 and the fee will increase to $34. after that. On-site registration will be available the day of the event.
This run/walk will be amid the natural beauty of Blackberry Farm on a course that circles picturesque Lake Gregory and includes portions of the Virgil Gilman Trail, traversing historic Blackberry Farm and alternating between trails of asphalt and limestone screenings. Chip timing is utilized to assure greatest accuracy.
Refreshments will be served at the finish line. Each participant will receive a complimentary beer, and ample amounts of bacon samples will be available for taste-tastings.
Families with younger children, ages five and up, are encouraged to sign up for the Pig Pen 1-Miler that will begin at 9:45 a.m.. Registration is $15. per entrant. All runners who register for the Barnyard Dash 5K may participate in the Pig Pen run/walk for no additional charge.
The top three finishers (male and female) in each age division will be awarded a colorful, handcrafted medallion to commemorate their achievement. All non-placing runners will receive a race ribbon.
To register online and for more information, visit www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org, www.wherefunbegins.org or call 630-892-1550.
—Fox Valley Park District
