This traditional fall event is on the move. . .

In 2012, the Race for the Kids, a duathlon and 5K to support the Oblong Children's Christian Home, will move to the spring.  Train early and stay in shape through those difficult winter months so that you are prepared to participate in this event now scheduled for May 5, 2012!

Want to register now?
Registration is now open!  Vital information about registration, participation, and race day follow.

Venue
Hutsonville City Park, Hutsonville, IL
Biking portion of race will be on IL County Hwy 5 between Hutsonville and Palestine, IL.
Race will begin at 8:00 a.m.(Central) on May 5, 2012.
On-site registration and packet pick-up will begin at 6:45 a.m. and continue until 7:45 a.m.

Cost
Early registration (for participation in either the 5K or duathlon): 
    $25 (Individual)
    $50 (Team - must consist of two members - one biker and one runner)
After April 18, costs increase to
    $30 (Individual)
    $60 (Team)
Entry fees are nonrefundable.  Race will commence rain or shine.
By completing the online entry form, you have completed your registration.  You will be invoiced for the cost of the race; you may pay onsite or by mail.

Course Description
   Duathlon:
     Run - Flat (out and back) - 2 miles
     Bike - Flat to gently rolling hils (loop) - 19.4 miles
     Run - Flat (out and back) - 2 miles
   5K:
     Start at Park.  Participants will run or walk through town (loop - flat, paved
     roadway) 

What Participants Receive
     *Long-sleeve, wicking t-shirt (only for those pre-registered by Apirl 18) 
     *Finisher medal
     *Goodie bag
     *Post-race refreshments
All participants will be eligible for randomly drawn door prizes as well.

Awards
Awards will be presented immediately after each race (5K and duathlon) in the following age categories:
     *20 and under
     *21 - 30
     *31 - 40
     *41 - 50
     *51 - 60
     *61 and over

Also receiving recognition will be the
    overall 5K winner (male and female) 
    overall individual duathlon winner (male and female)
    overall duathlon team

Regulations
All duathlon participants must wear an ANSI or Snell approved helmet during the cycling race.

5K participants can bring children in strollers.

Challenge yourself to a great race for an excellent cause, and register today!

If you have any additional questions or concerns, please contact

Amy Kemp, Race Coordinator
Race for the Kids
Oblong Children's Christian Home
4094 E 1050th Ave
Oblong, IL 62449
618.592.3633
amy@daringtosoar.org