About the Running of the Elk
The race starts and finishes at a venue in the heart of the city. The course goes out and comes back to the same spot, so the finish area is where your people are waiting. It benefits a local youth sports foundation, which draws families to the start line and the sidelines.
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Distances & Start Times
5K3/21/2027 08:30$42
10K3/21/2027 08:30$42
10K3/21/2027 08:30$32
5K3/21/2027 08:30$32
0.5 Miles3/21/2027 08:00$20
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