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Point of Honor 5k 5K Run & Walk (12 & Under)

April 1, 2023
Lynchburg, VA, 24504, US

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2023 Lynchburg Road Runners Club Spring Race Series Event

Enjoy running in downtown Lynchburg and experience the beautiful Blackwater Creek bikeway.  Join our tradition by participating as a runner or walker and supporting organ donation month (April).  This event raises funds and awareness for Donate Life and LifeNet Health.

REGISTRATION:  
$30 (January 1  - March 1, 2023) || $35 (March 2 - March 30, 2023) ||  $40  (March 31 - April 1, 2023) 

Special Age 12 & Under Pricing*
$15 (January 1 - March 30, 2023 || $25 (March 31 - April 1, 2023)
12 & under pricing does not include race shirt. A shirt can be added for an additional $10.00.

Please note that after carefully researching the recommendations of the Cleveland Clinic and guidelines of the Road Runners Club of America pertaining to healthy ages for youth participation in road races, this event is limited to those age 8 and older. 

Registration fees are non-transferable & non-refundable. An entry can only be used for the person registered for the entry. Entries cannot be deferred to the following year or a future event.

Lynchburg Road Runners Club Member Discount:  A $5.00 discount is available to current Lynchburg Road Runners Club members. Discounts will not be given after February 15th. Participant membership must be current with LRRC membership roster found on RunSignUp. Discount will be given at checkout automatically. Refunds and discounts will not be given after completing online race registration. This discount does not apply to 12 & Under special pricing.

Please note:  A LRRC discount is valid only for participants whose membership is current on race day (4/1/2023). A LRRC membership expiring prior to race day will not be eligible for the club discount. To renew your membership please visit https://runsignup.com/Club/VA/Lynchburg/LynchburgRoadRunnersClub

Assisted Participants:
We are pleased to provide an opportunity for assisted participants to enjoy race day. An assisted participant is typically being pushed in a stroller "appropriate" for the event (ie..hand brake, tether, appropriate wheels). Both the participant being pushed and the pusher are required to register for this event. Assisted participants will start prior to the 5K start and be ranked separately from the 5k event. Both the pusher and assisted participant should indicate this classification during the registration process for our planning purposes.

5K AWARDS:  
Top 3 Overall M & F; Top Master (40+) M & F, Top 3 M & F in each age group; Top Team.  Overall awards ranked on "chip" time / Age group results ranked on "chip" time. 
*This is a Chip timed event, Disposable MyLaps Race Bib Technology will be used.

RACE T-SHIRTS:
Guaranteed to those registered by March 1, 2023. A limited amount of extra shirts are ordered after this deadline and available on a first-come basis at packet pickup.

PACKET PICKUP:  
Fri. March 31, 2023, Riverside Runners, 2480 Rivermont Avenue, Lynchburg, VA 24503 434.846.7449 (11am-6pm), Race Day, Sat. April 1, 2023 at Start 8:00am-8:30am (DPO Grille, 10 9th Street, Lynchburg, VA  24504)

WALKERS ARE WELCOME!

PETS & STROLLERS ARE PROHIBITED.

COME FOR THE FUN, DOOR PRIZES, AND FOOD!

RACE PROCEEDS BENEFIT LIFENET HEALTH & DONATE LIFE.

APRIL IS NATIONAL DONATE LIFE MONTH!

GO TO WWW.DONATELIFEVIRGINIA.ORG TO SIGN UP TO BE AN ORGAN DONOR.

 

AI Overview

The Point of Honor 5k Run & Walk is a community-focused event held annually in Lynchburg, Virginia, with the 2023 edition taking place on April 1st. This particular race designation, "5K Run & Walk (12 & Under)," specifically caters to younger participants and families, offering a shorter distance suitable for children and those just starting out. While the broader Point of Honor 5k may have a longer history, this age-specific event emphasizes accessibility and encourages an active lifestyle from an early age. Participants can anticipate a generally flat and scenic course, likely utilizing the picturesque surroundings of Lynchburg, potentially incorporating paths near the historic Point of Honor mansion. The terrain is typically paved or well-maintained trail, making it suitable for both runners and walkers. Expect a festive and family-friendly atmosphere, with an emphasis on participation and fun rather than intense competition, though timed results are generally provided. Given the early April date, participants should prepare for potentially variable spring weather, ranging from cool to mild temperatures, and dress accordingly.

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