Join us in Great Bend, Kansas for the 3rd Annual Flatlander Half Marathon & YP5K on Saturday, October 21st. The races will start and finish at Jack Kilby Square in downtown Great Bend, and both will utilize a professionally chipped timing system provided by Timer Guys. Participants can elect to run or walk the 5K course or take on the more challenging half marathon course. Each participant receives a race t-shirt, a swag bag of goodies from our sponsors, a complimentary breakfast, along with free finish line photos published on our Facebook page after the event. Cost is $30 per 5K participant or $60 per half marathon participant. Prices increase to $35 and $70 respectively after September 25th. T-shirt sizes are not guaranteed after the earlybird deadline. Proceeds will be used to sponsor fitness and wellness initiatives in Barton County. Post your race photos using the hashtag #YP5K on social media!

Flatlander Half Marathon - 13.1 Miles
Take a scenic tour of the Great Bend community on our dynamic race route, which incorporates two City parks, our notorious hike and bike trail, as well as beautiful tree-lined residential streets - all on flat terrain with well-coordinated hydration stations. Ample restroom facilities are made available at the starting line and at the park pavilion. Awards will be presented to the top male and top female finishers in five age groups (13 to 18, 19 to 25, 26 to 35, 36 to 49, 50 and Over). All half marathon finishers will receive a medal. *Pending USATF certification.

YP5K - 3.1 Miles
Join us at Jack Kilby Square for a scenic route through Great Bend that includes Brit Spaugh Park and well-marked residential areas. Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in six age groups (12 and Under, 13 to 18, 19 to 25, 26 to 35, 36 to 49, 50 and Over).

Sterling, Kansas is proud to host the 38th Annual Freedom Run, part of the Old Fashioned Fourth of July celebration. Starting from Lyons High School, runners will snake along the 96/14 Highway and finish at the Sterling Lake Entrance. Awards will given to the Top 3 males and females in each age divisions.

The Race will be held August 12th 2017 9:00am in front of The City Teen Center. Be Our Hero Race is going to run with the help of the kids in Salina. The kids will be involved by decorating T-shirts, Medals, hand crafted prizes, set-up, packet pick-up, break-down, asking for sponsors and much more.
The race not only hopes to bring positive attention to Salina’s youth but also hopes to promote and get the community involved with the Down Town Area. We hope to achieve this by having our community have knowledge of down town restaurants by having a Food Garden.
The Food Garden will be available for runners to have a chance after the race to go into one area. In this area there will be different down town restaurants with food samples out for people to eat and relax. There will also be a bounce house for the kids, live DJ and The City (Teen City will be open) We also encourage people to walk down town and have access to the shops.
One hundred percent of the event’s proceeds will go directly toward local programs focused on helping Salina youth grow, learn and enjoy themselves while they use and develop their personal, intellectual and physical skills.
All Proceeds will go to SNG four established youth programs that are already making inroads toward its goals or promoting positive self-growth through academics and sports: The City, Xcel, Kansas Youth Sports and Salina Burn Track and Field

The Prairie Fire Marathon is a USATF Certified Race and a Boston Marathon Qualifier (Certification #KS13034TR). It is the RRCA State of Kansas Championship Marathon. The start/finish line is at 455 S. Wichita St., Wichita, KS 67202. The Prairie Fire Marathon is electronically bib timed. We will be using the BIBTAG chip timing system for both the start and finish of the race. Your race number is also your "chip" for timing. The Prairie Fire Marathon promises a fast and exciting course taking runners through the heart of Wichita. While on the course, runners are able to view Wichita’s exciting entertainment district as well as the beauty of some of the nicest residential areas the city has to offer.

The Down Syndrome Society of Wichita is here to serve individuals with Down syndrome and their community including medical professionals, educators, supporters and of course families! We're dreaming big for Down syndrome and hope you will consider forming a team for this year's event or participating in the 5K event!

The Buddy Walk® is a one-mile leisure walk followed by lunch and fun activities! Over the past 13 years, the event has included bounce houses, clowns, music, dancing, games, face painting, basket drawings, photo booth, and much more! The purpose of the Buddy Walk ®is to help promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome. It is an inspirational and educational event that celebrates the many abilities and accomplishments of people with Down syndrome.

Last year's Buddy Walk ®was a huge success! We had over 2,500 walkers and raised over $87,000! This fun family event would not be possible without our participants, donors, sponsors, and the dedication of our Buddy Walk®Committee. We are looking forward to a great day of celebration.

Starting at Scenic Lake Shawnee, Shelter House #1 and continuing on the paths along Lake Shawnee back to the starting point.  The course is USA Track & Field certified.
All Proceeds will benefit the TDC Learning Centers, Inc. Scholarship Fund to make early education accessible to as many families as possible.

Run or walk in the newest addition to the Run for the Rocks race weekend - The Classic Rock 5K. It will be held in Carey Park on the evening of Sat. Sept. 23 at 5:00 p.m. (5K WILL BEGIN NEAR THE HOME BUILDERS SHELTER BUILDING IN CAREY PARK). This family-friendly event is open to competitive speedsters, recreational runners/walkers, as well as strollers, wagons, and dogs on leashes. The flat, fast course is almost entirely on the running trail in Carey Park. You may choose to run with a family member who's planning to complete the half-marathon on Sunday, or you may want to simply participate in this great 5K as an individual. Enroll early and save. The event will be chip-timed, place awards will be given, and all those who complete the distance will receive a finisher's medal! All those registered will receive a race shirt.

Race for Freedom is a 5K run/walk on September 9th, 2017 organized by ICT S.O.S. to benefit a local organization in the fight against human trafficking. This year’s race will benefit the Wichita Area Sexual Assault Center program which provides advocacy services to survivors of all sexual violence, including trafficking. Raising awareness and funding to stop human trafficking in Wichita.

We invite you to participate in this race by either walking, running, donating or volunteering in order to create real and lasting change in our city!

This will be a flat, fast course through the Indian Hills area

• Run approx 1/2 of a mile on the bike path by the river
• PRIZE MONEY (Sponsored by Schammerhorn “Just a Shade Better!”)
  • 1st Place Female Finisher = $250
  • 1st Place Male Finisher = $250
  • 2nd Place Female = $125
  • 2nd Place Male = $125
  • 3rd Place Female = $75
  • 3rd Place Male = $75
  • 1st Place Female Masters $50
  • 1st Place Male Masters $50

The Kidzcope Good Grief 5K & Kidz Run is scheduled for a new date, time and place this year.  The event will take place the morning of September 4, 2017 starting and finishing at Whole Foods Market at 13th and Webb.  The 5K will be a chip timed event and will take runners through and around The Waterfront development to the east.  There will be a kids run that will stay close to our new sponsor's location at Whole Foods. The event supports Kidzcope, a non-profit non-affiliated organization that provides peer support groups to children that have experienced the death of a loved one.

Proceeds go to benefit the families and the babies who use the free services offered at the Pregnancy and Family Resource Centers. Races include a 5K and 1 mile race.

Race Day Registration Available beginning at 7:45AM.

For any further questions, participants can call the Pregnancy and Family Resource Center at 316-322-0070 or stop in at the pregnancy center at:

226 S Main St
El Dorado, KS 67042

Do The Hustle! Join us on Saturday, August 26th for our 8th Annual Hornet Hustle! Feel free to wear your 70's attire! This race is on a cross country course and is professionally chip timed by Timer Guys. All runners will receive a race keepsake and an event shirt (excludes cross country participants). This race is hosted by Abilene Elementary PTO, all benefits go to Abilene Elementary.
T-shirts guaranteed through August 17th, 2017 at noon.
5k Begins at 8:00 a.m
2 Mile Begins at 9:00 a.m.
1 Mile Begins at 9:30 a.m.
$25 Per Race Registrant
$35 Late Registration on Race Day
Race Day Registration is Available
$10 Cross Country Team Participants (No Shirt) - This special offer is for individual school cross country team members ONLY. An event shirt is not included, but cross country runners will be eligible for medals this year. To register for this category please fill out a paper registration form and return it in person to the Abilene Elementary office at 522 N. Abilene in Valley Center. http://www.usd262.net/schools/abilene_elementary
All participants may run all 3 races at no additional cost!
Awards for first 3 men or women that finish each race in the following age divisions:
10 years old and younger
Ages 11-18
19 years old and up

Start planning for the 2017 SCKMC Landrush! SCKMC’s third annual “extreme obstacle” style race will take place on August 20th, 2017 as a benefit for the hospital. Through the first two years the races have averaged 135 runners and approximately 300 spectators! Heats fill up fast so sign up early.

The event is fashioned after popular “extreme” races such as Warrior Dash, Tough Mudder, and Spartan Race. Races for 2017 will include multiple heats of a 5K (3.1 miles) track with 12 obstacles spread throughout, a 2K track with 6 obstacles for kids ages 8 - 14, and a new on-road/off-road obstacle course for cyclist.
Additionally, the event will also have an area for music/entertainment, food vendors, spectator seating, and entertainment for family members of all ages.
Finally, safety and security will be at the forefront of this event. In addition to the full medical services provided onsite through SCKMC’s emergency room, we will also have a first aid station located within the event itself.

The races will be held in conjunction with El Dorado's Frontier Western Celebration.

SCHEDULE: . 7:00 AM: Registration Opens . 8:00 AM: Boot Skootin 1K . 8:30 AM: Haulin Balls 10K & 2 Mile.

Shirts & medals will be provided to all participants. Age group awards will be presented to top male and female runners in the 10K & 2 Mile. WINNERS MUST BE PRESENTED for awards, they will not be mailed.

Mud? Check.

Barbed wire? Check.

A good time? Check.

Your mission:

Climb, crawl, and find your strong at the True grit challenge!

This course features 3 grueling miles of Mt. Hay ClimbWall climbs, Ice bath plunge, Hay bale climbs, Hay pulls, Rope climbs, Monkey bars, Barb Wire mud crawls, Pit Pipe Walk, Hay Bale Jumping, Cattle Guard Crossing, Mud Run, Log Carry.

Rally the troops!

THIS DOES NOT HAVE TO BE A SOLO MISSION, CALL IN REINFORCEMENTS AND ASSEMBLE YOUR TEAM!

July 8th, 2017

Come join us for the 38th annual Derby Firecracker Race on the 4th of July!   Pick between a certified 4 mile course or a fast certified 1 mile course.  Enjoy a looped course that begins and end in Derby's High Park.   A cash reward to our fastest male and female runners in each race of $50.00 will be awarded as well as age group awards! 

What's New?

Shirts this year will be tri-blend shirts!  Finisher medals will be given to all runners!  If you or somebody you know would like to volunteer, let the race director know. The races are chip-timed by the experienced crew of Timer Guys!

Kids pricing is $10.00 less during signup.

4 Mile Race

The Four Mile Race will begin promptly at 7:30 a.m. It is open to all ages and abilities, including runners and walkers. Veterans will be recognized before the start of the 4 Mile Race.

1 Mile Race

The One Mile Race will follow the Four Mile Race at approximately 8:30 a.m. It is open to all ages and abilities, including runners and walkers.

Aid Station Refreshments

An aid station will be at the 2-mile mark of the 4-mile race. Post race refreshments for both races will include bottled water, soda, fresh fruit including watermelon and homemade cookies from the kitchens of the expert bakers in our running club.

Join the Derby Run Club

Want to save an extra $5.00?  Join the Derby Run Club for the low price of $25.00 for families and $20.00 for individuals.  What all benefits do you get for joining?

• Save $5.00 on each Derby Run Club Race
• Receive an awesome Derby Run Club T-shirt
• Free Admission to the Annual Derby Run Club Christmas Party
• Receive a 10% Discount at First Gear Running Company and Fleet Feet Wichita!
• Assist the Derby Running Club in supporting the running community by funding quality equipment, certified courses, and insurance to continue our tradition of sponsor-free events designed “by runners for runners.”
• Board Member opportunities are available for members interested in guiding the DRC into the future!

Custom awards for the following age groups:

4 Mile                       1 Mile
Men & Women         Men & Women
10-under                   1-5
11-14                        6-10
15-19                        11-14
20-24                        15-19
25-29                        20-24
30-34                        25-29
35-39                        30-34
40-44                        35-39
45-49                        40-44
50-54                        45-49
55-59                        50-54
60-64                        55-59
65-69                        60-64
70-74                        65-69
75-79                        70-74
80+                           75+

Heat Warning

High heat and humidity can be dangerous to runners. Therefore, make sure you drink plenty of fluids the morning of the race and at the aid stations. If you feel overheated or feel dizzy, seek aid.

Safety

Races are limited to registered participants only. No rollerblades, bicycles, skateboards, dogs are allowed. Noncompliance will result in disqualification. Course Marshalls will control traffic, but runners should use extreme caution. Slower participants and strollers are encouraged to begin toward the rear to avoid congestion and collision.

Join in the fun, Saturday, May 20, 2017, for the sixth annual GLOW 5K and 1-Mile Family Fun Run|Walk to benefit children with special needs ages birth – 21, and their families. All proceeds benefit children and families in Butler County served through Rainbows United. The officially timed 5K race is open to both competitive and non-competitive participants, and the extra fun 1-Mile Walk is for the whole family.

8:30 p.m. - 5K and 8:35 p.m. - 1 Mile Fun Walk

This awesome spring 5K race in Wichita will be held at Sedgwick County Park (Plum Shelter) on Mother's Day, May 14, 2017 at 8:00 AM. Sign up right now for the best rate, and do not miss out on the available t-shirts and swag bags! Packet pickup will take place the day before the race. This chip-timed race will award medals!

Click here to sign up for the 5K and/or the Family Fun Run!

All participants in the 5K require a ticket. Minors must have permission of their legal guardian. Children 12 and under are free in the Family Fun Run.

Mark your calendars....Saturday May 13th, 2017 s the annual Blake Reed Miracle Mile.

Please bring your family and friends to join in this run/walk to help raise money for the Blake Reed Mac2Mac Football Scholarship that was funded in memory of Blake Reed.

Send me a message if you would like a form emailed or "snail"mailed to you!

Event Information:
Location: McPherson College Stadium, McPherson, Kansas
Registration in person: 9:00am....so we are ready to start at 10
Race: 10:00am
T-shirts are guaranteed for early bird entries ( by 4/28/17)

Mail forms to:
McPherson College - Attn: Dave Barrett
PO Box 1402
McPherson, KS 67460

Checks can be make payable to Mac College

Please share this page with your friends and family and help spread the word! Thanks so much!