About the Stop, Drop & Run 5k & Walk
This race is put on by the local volunteer fire department and takes place at Clarke Athletic Field. Entry fees go toward firefighter gear, rescue equipment, and specialized training for the department's volunteers. The charitable purpose is front and center, and the connection to the fire station gives the morning a specific, grounded reason to be there.
Packet pickup and registration open early at the field before the start. The start area is the athletic field itself, so there is a clear central gathering point for the morning.
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