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Smiles for Miles 5K 1.5 Mile Walk
June 8, 2024
Chelmsford, MA, 01824, US
Third annual 5K RUN & 1.5 Mile WALK IN MEMORY OF SUE WILLAND!
Date: June 8, 2024
Location: Parker Middle School, Chelmsford, MA
Start Time: 10AM
Description: Please join us in the 3rd Annual celebration of Sue Willand on the morning of June 8th for a 5K run or 1.5 mile walk in her hometown of Chelmsford, MA. Sue loved to run in local community road races having participated in hundreds over the course of her life. We invite you to join us in remembering Sue by doing what she loved to do!! We welcome everyone to join and encourage strollers and our 4 legged friends to participate as well. (Dogs must be on a leash at all times)
Packet Pickup/Race Day Reg: Available on race day only from 8:45AM to 10AM.
Fees:
$20 until 4/6
$25 until 5/4
$30 through 6/1
$35 on race week
$40 on race day
Youth 15 & Under and 1.5 Mile Walk – $20 through 6/7, $25 on race day
Course: Starting and ending at Parker Middle School in Chelmsford, MA
Course Route: Goes along Graniteville Road, turns right on School Street, then right on Crooked Spring Rd
Then it will turn right on Radcliffe Rd, around Charlemont Ct back to Radcliffe Rd, and back to Crooked Spring Rd. It will finish back at the Parker Middle School parking lot on the opposite side.
Walkers will do a shorter trail walk (1.5 miles), going only to Castlewood Dr. from the starting line to Radcliffe Rd then down Princess to end back at the start rather than where the 5K finishes. Walkers can have strollers and leashed dogs.
Visit www.high5em.com for a course map
Swag: All pre-registered participants by 5/20 will be guaranteed to receive a custom event t-shirt.
Awards:
Top 3 M/F finishers in the 5K
1st M/F in the 5K in each of the following age groups: 12-Under, 13-16, 17-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
Post Race Festivities: Entertainment and an assortment of food/drink will be available post race.
Beneficiary: 100% of the net proceeds will be allocated to Jeff's Place Children's Bereavement Center, in Framingham, MA. In 2022, we donated more than $7000 to Jeff's Place in Sue's name. https://www.jeffsplace.org/
Donations: Can't make the event, but would like to make a donation? Follow this link: click here
Weather: This event will take place rain or shine! There will be no refunds.
Event Contact: High5EM | 978-594-7050 | [email protected]
The Smiles for Miles 5K & 1.5 Mile Walk is scheduled for June 8, 2024, in Chelmsford, MA. This event offers both a timed 5K run and a non-competitive 1.5-mile walk, making it accessible for runners of all levels and those who prefer a leisurely stroll. While specific historical details are not provided, the inclusion of a walk segment suggests a long-standing tradition of community engagement and inclusivity, likely aimed at promoting fitness and potentially supporting a charitable cause through the "Smiles for Miles" moniker. Participants can anticipate a welcoming atmosphere designed for enjoyment and active participation. The terrain in Chelmsford, typically characterized by paved roads and potentially some park paths, suggests a relatively smooth and accessible course for both the 5K and the walk. While weather in June in Massachusetts can vary, participants should prepare for potentially warm conditions and ensure they are adequately hydrated. The dual event format is a notable feature, catering to a wider audience and fostering a sense of community where both serious runners and casual walkers can contribute to the spirit of the event.
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