Run for the Riverfront 5K Row for Riverfront Rowing
Saturday, 14 September 2024· 09:00· Hartford, CT, 06120, US
About this race
Get ready to sweat in support of Riverfront Recapture's Community Rowing Program! Register to run, walk, erg or row in our third annual 5K.
Race Details:
5K Run: This course begins and ends at the Greater Hartford Jaycees Boathouse in Riverside Park
5k Row: Proficient single scullers only, club singles must be reserved with Jonathan
5K Erg: Register for a spot on one of the ergs; space is limited
Fundraising Details:
This is a fundraiser, and all net proceeds will go directly toward the rowing program.
Participants may solicit donations for participating in this event, and top fundraisers will receive prizes.
Those wishing to support the rowing program but not inclined to run, walk, row, or erg should donate to the rower of their choice
Race Day Schedule:
7:30 am: Registration Opens/Bib Pick-up
9:00 am: Race Start Time
10:00 am Social (approximate)
10:30 am: Awards Ceremony (approximate)
Awards:
5k Run: Top 3 overall male and female and first place in each age division
5k Erg: Top 3 overall male and female under 19, 20-40, 41-60, 61+ 5k
Row: Top 3 overall male and female (USRowing age handicaps applied)
5k Fundraising: Top 3 adult and top 3 high school student, top group
Additional event details, award levels, and individual fundraising details will be announced.
About Riverfront Recapture's Community Rowing Program
Riverfront Recapture's Community Rowing Program serves more than 650 people annually and is one of New England's largest and most successful community rowing programs. Recreational and competitive classes, including the opportunity to compete on nationally recognized racing teams, Adaptive and Veterans programs, and youth clinics taught by college coaches, are offered to everyone from pre-teens to retirees. The Riverfront Recapture Rowing Program is over 25 years old and, since 2002, has operated out of the Boathouse in Hartford's historic Riverside Park on the Connecticut River.This is a fundraiser, and all net proceeds will go directly toward the rowing program.
Timing Provided by Empire Timing Company
What to expect
Written from race dataThe Run for the Riverfront 5K, also known as Row for Riverfront Rowing, is an annual event held in Hartford, CT on September 14, 2024. While specific historical details are not provided, this 5K race is intrinsically linked to supporting Riverfront Rowing, suggesting a strong community focus on promoting and sustaining the local rowing program. Participants can anticipate a well-organized 5K race designed for runners of all levels, likely incorporating scenic views of Hartford's riverfront. The typical terrain for this race is expected to be primarily flat and paved, ideal for a fast 5K, following the pathways along the Connecticut River. Runners should prepare for potentially warm September weather and possibly moderate humidity, common for this time of year in New England. A notable feature of this event is its dual identity, serving as both a community 5K and a fundraiser for Riverfront Rowing, offering a unique opportunity for participants to enjoy a scenic run while contributing to a local athletic organization.
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Weather on the day
Sat, 14 Sept 2024Partially cloudy
21.7°C
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