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Channahon 50th Anniversary 5K Run/Walk

What better way is there to celebrate the Village of Channahon's 50th anniversary but by running or walking through some of its most scenic locations?

The Channahon 50th 5K Run/Walk, hosted by the Forest Preserve District of Will County, will take place on Saturday, June 25. The Run/Walk will lead participants through the asphalt and crushed stone trails of the picturesque McKinley Woods, winding around prairieland and breathtaking river views. View a route map for the 5K.

The starting gun for the 5K will go off at 8:30 a.m. The pre-registration fee is $15. Pre-register on-line today! The first 200 pre-registrants will receive a free T-shirt at the event. (Please note that T-shirt size choice is only guaranteed for those who pre-register prior to June 3.) Pre-registration will close around 11:00 p.m. on June 23. Same-day registration will be available for $20 from 7:00 to 8:00 a.m. the day of the event.

Participants receive food and beverages at the finish line. For your convenience, gear check will be available in the registration area during the race. All gear must be picked up by 10:00 a.m.

The 5K Run is a chip-timed, competitive event. Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female runners, as well as the first, second, and third place male and female in the following age groups: 0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 years of age and older. The 5K Walk is a non-competitive event, so no prizes will be awarded for this fitness walk. Results will be posted to this Web site on the Monday following the event.

For safety reasons, baby joggers and strollers are allowed for walkers only. Bikes, skates, and pets are not allowed for walkers or runners.

For driving directions to McKinley Woods - Kerry Sheridan Grove, visit our Google Map.

This event is generously sponsored by Chiro One Wellness Centers, First Midwest Bank, Rasmussen College, Bill Jacobs Subaru, and Chicagoland Speedway.

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