About the Let's Play Run/Walk 5k and 10k Trail
The trail course crosses an old covered bridge and winds past a historic mill, which gives it more character than most local routes. Dogs are welcome on the course, so expect a few leashed trail companions in the mix. Several distance options mean people show up with pretty different goals, and the crowd reflects that.
Live music greets runners at the finish, and there is an awards ceremony for top finishers across several age brackets. The race benefits a playground project at a local elementary school, so the crowd skews toward families and neighbors with a stake in that outcome.
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Distances & Start Times
5K4/24/2027 09:00$25
10K4/24/2027 09:00$25
Virtual Run or Walk4/24/2027 09:00$25
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Not sure what to aim for? The 5K pace chart lists the pace for every finish time.
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