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Haulin Balls 10K and 2 Mile

Date: August 5, 2017
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: East Park El Dorado, KS
Running

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.

Summer Stride Out

Date: August 4, 2017
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Andover District Stadium 1747 N Andover Rd (btwn 13th & 21st) Andover, KS 67002
Running | Triathlon

Summer Stride Out is a 5k and 1 mile fun run fundraiser for Andover High School and Andover Central High School with proceeds profiting the cross country and track programs. Join us for this 2nd annual community event to not only benefit the high schools but also celebrate the start of another upcoming school year.  The family-friendly 5k run/walk will begin just outside Andover District Stadium and make a square around the community, running along the newly completed Redbud Trail. and finishing back on the track.  Stick around for an evening of music, food, and prizes!

Packet pick up is Thursday, August 3 from 3-6 pm at FleetFeet Wichita East. Packet pick up is also available Friday, August 4 beginning at 5:30 pm at District Stadium.

True Grit Challenge

Date: July 8, 2017
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: 588 NE Cole Creek Road, El Dorado, KS 67042
Running

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

Firecracker Run

Date: July 4, 2019
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: High Park 1112 N High Park Dr Derby, KS US 67037
Running

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.

Rainbows GLOW Run|Walk

Date: May 20, 2017
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Lincoln Elementary School, 1812 Cron Street, Augusta, KS 67010
Running

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

No Child Wet Behind

Date: May 14, 2017
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Sedgwick County Park, Wichita, KS
Running

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.

Blake Reed Miracle Mile

Date: May 13, 2017
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: McPherson College Stadium, McPherson, KS
Running

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!

Munson Mayhem 5K & Duathlon

Date: April 22, 2017
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Munson Army Health Center, Fort Leavenworth, KS
Running | Triathlon

Celebrating the 52nd anniversary of the Expert Field Medical Badge, the Munson Mayhem 5K and Duathlon is April 22, 8 a.m., start and finish at Munson Army Health Center (MAHC). Choose 5K run or duathlon (5K run, 9 mile bike ride, 2 mile run)

The event starts at Munson Army Health Center (MAHC) and starts with a 5K road circuit around the scenic north end Fort Leavenworth. This 5K course takes you up through the wooded hills of the installation and loops back south to finish back at MAHC. The biking course then takes cyclists east through some historic sections of Fort Leavenworth and turning south, with a turnaround point near Sherman Gate. Cyclists will then head back north past the historic US Disciplinary Barracks and back up through the wooded hills from the 5K course. Riders will come back south and turn by the National Cemetery before returning to MAHC. The final leg of the race is a 2 mile run around the beautiful Trails West Golf Course. Runners will complete one full lap, and will end back at MAHC.

CRMC Foundation Spring Chicken 5k & 1 Mile Fun Run

Date: April 15, 2017
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Coffeyville Regional Medical Center
Running

During  spring, the foundation hosts a 5K run.  This 5K run/ walk is a fundraiser for the foundation to raise monies for equipment throughout the hospital. This past year the money raised went to the Women’s health Department.

Mud Run @ the Rock

Date: April 1, 2017
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: South Rock Christian Church
Running

The 2nd Annual Mud Run @ the Rock is coming!  This race is a 2 mile run, packed with 20 obstacles where you will climb, crawl, get wet and muddy, and have a blast!  Whether you want to be the fastest runner of the day, or run with some friends as a team, or enjoy some "family time" making memories as you particpate in our family heat, this run is for you.

Every dollar that we make will be used to send our 6-12 graders to summer camp at CIY MIX or CIY MOVE.

 

VC to DC – Band on the Run

Date: March 4, 2023
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: Sedgwick County Park
Running

Come support our INCREDIBLE Valley Center High School Marching Band in their 3rd Annual 5k Event!

What: 5k and 1 mile run/walk
Where: Sedgwick County Park