EVENT INFORMATION
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Date: Saturday April 13, 2019 Time: Race Starts at 9:00am Location: Prairie Point Community Park 4120 Plainfield Rd., Oswego, IL 60543 Race Fee: $25 USE CODE APRILCLOSEOUT |
The motto for this race is #BeatYesterday. Our goal is to provide a race that will allow you to challenge yourself to improve on where you are today. We offer a fast, flat course where you will find support and encouragement in order to help you achieve your desired outcome. Whether it is a new PR or your first 5K, or you are coming off injury and want to get better, no matter what your situation is, if your desire is to #BeatYesterday, this is the race for you.
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Registration Options
General Race Registration
Non-Challenge Option
Challenge Option
You will be asked for a Goal Time for the race. You will then be matched with a Challenge Partner who is shooting for a similar goal. You will be notified who your Challenge Partner is and provided their first name and bib number. There will be a Challenge Meet and Greet Area where you can connect with your partner. At this point you have a couple of options. Choose to partner up and help each other by supporting each other and pacing each other or you can choose to have a friendly competition and push each other by racing each other. The choice is completely up to you and your Challenge Partner. Regardless of how you approach it, you will have made a new friend and hopefully, Beat Yesterday together.
Virtual Option
Maybe you are unable to join us at the race at Waubonsie Lake Park but still want to achieve your goals of running a 5K? Choosing this option allows you to run the race virtually from anywhere you are and still get some of the race SWAG. A finisher medal will be shipped to you. A place for you to snap a post run selfie to share with the race community will be provided as well.
Family Pack
This is a great way to get the family involved. Register together and receive a family discount.
NOTE: You will only be matched with another runner if you choose the Challenge option
General Race Registration
Non-Challenge Option
Challenge Option
You will be asked for a Goal Time for the race. You will then be matched with a Challenge Partner who is shooting for a similar goal. You will be notified who your Challenge Partner is and provided their first name and bib number. There will be a Challenge Meet and Greet Area where you can connect with your partner. At this point you have a couple of options. Choose to partner up and help each other by supporting each other and pacing each other or you can choose to have a friendly competition and push each other by racing each other. The choice is completely up to you and your Challenge Partner. Regardless of how you approach it, you will have made a new friend and hopefully, Beat Yesterday together.
Virtual Option
Maybe you are unable to join us at the race at Waubonsie Lake Park but still want to achieve your goals of running a 5K? Choosing this option allows you to run the race virtually from anywhere you are and still get some of the race SWAG. A finisher medal will be shipped to you. A place for you to snap a post run selfie to share with the race community will be provided as well.
Family Pack
This is a great way to get the family involved. Register together and receive a family discount.
NOTE: You will only be matched with another runner if you choose the Challenge option
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Event Calendar
11/12/2018 : Registration Opens 03/02/2019: Last Day to Register and guarantee a Race Shirt 04/11/2019: Last Day to Register for Challenge 04/12/2019: Online Registration Closes Race Day 07:30 am - 08:45 am : Packet Pickup *** There is NO Race Day Registration *** 09:00 am - Race Starts 10:00 am - Race Ends This race has a 1-hour cutoff |
Packet Pickup
04/11/2018: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Salomon Factory Outlet
1650 Premium Outlet Blvd #548, Aurora, IL 60502 
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SWAG
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Register and Receive
* Gender specific tech shirt * Custom Finisher Medal * Free Race Photos * 2 Free Tickets to a Kane County Cougars Game * Awards for Top 3 Runners (Male and Female) from Dick Pond Athletics
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COURSE
Course Description
The race is a 5K course that starts at the northwest corner of Prairie Point Community Park. The path is all blacktop. The course will follow the path around the park in a counter-clockwise direction. There is a 0.75 mile out and back extension before the remainder of the loop around the park is completed. You will find that the course is flat and add the cool April weather conditions and we have a great event for the goal of #BeatYesterday.
The course is an open path that we will need to share with the public so please be aware of cyclist, walkers, etc.
The race is a 5K course that starts at the northwest corner of Prairie Point Community Park. The path is all blacktop. The course will follow the path around the park in a counter-clockwise direction. There is a 0.75 mile out and back extension before the remainder of the loop around the park is completed. You will find that the course is flat and add the cool April weather conditions and we have a great event for the goal of #BeatYesterday.
The course is an open path that we will need to share with the public so please be aware of cyclist, walkers, etc.
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Directions
From I-88 (North): Coming from either direction on I-88, exit on Rte 31 and head South. Take Rte 31 to Rte 34 (Washington St) and Turn East (left) . Follow Washington St just past Rte 71, the park will be on the right hand side. From East: Take Rte 34 West to Rte 71. Follow Rte 71 to Washington St. Turn South (Left) on Washington St, park will be on the right hand side. From West Take Rte 34 East to Downtown Oswego. Rte 34 becomes Washington St in Oswego. Follow Washington St just past Rte 71, the park will be on the right hand side. |
Parking
Please use the parking spaces at the Prairie Point Elementary School with the entrance on Grove Road on the South end of the park. |
PARTNERS AND SPONSORS
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AXEL'S JOURNEY with CMV
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The FVRJ 5K Challenge is all about the motto #BeatYesterday. We setup this race as a “Challenge” for people to strive to improve each day and to do better than they were the day before.
Our hope is to establish a club race fund which will allow us to have future self supported races. To do this we will need equipment (ie timing, clocks, aid station supplies, etc.). But, we will never lose sight of our commitment to give back which is why we have partnered with “Axels Journey with CMV” to help in assisting the challenges of people with CMV. Axel is a local Fox Valley resident who struggles with this disease. It is from Axel, and those that are like him, that we gather our inspiration to be better than we were and to work to improve ourselves every day. 15% of registration proceeds from the FVRJ 5K Challenge Race will go to the National CMV Foundation. From the National CMV Foundation: As a non-profit organization, we are dedicated to promoting awareness, providing access to resources, and sharing prevention information to eliminate congenital CMV. Our programs are primarily focused around congenital CMV education and screening. We deliver education about congenital CMV to women of childbearing age through digital platforms, strategic partnerships, public health initiatives, and grassroots advocacy efforts. Our current areas of focus for 2019 include:
Contact us events@nationalcmv.org or visit https://www.nationalcmv.org/about-us/programs to learn more. Thank you for your support! Read more about CMV and Axels Journey at the links provided below. https://www.facebook.com/Axels-Journey-With-CMV-142748703089776 https://www.nationalcmv.org/overview/start-here |
FAQ
What if I can't come to the race?
There are no refunds for the race but we do provide the option for you to transfer your race to another runner.
Can I transfer my race entry?
Yes. We offer this service for free. Simple follow this link to transfer registrations.
What if the weather is bad?
This is April in the Midwest. There is a possibility it will be warm and sunny or it could snow. The race will be held regardless of weather with the exception of lightning, which will delay the start and will be a race day decision.
Can someone pickup my packet for me?
Yes. Please make sure that you provide your friend with the registration confirmation for them to pick up your packet for you.
Is the race chip timed?
Yes. Timing will be provided by Race Time and a link to results will be provided after the race.
Is there race day packet pickup?
Yes. You can pick up your packet and bib the morning of the race starting at 7:30am
Are Headphones, Strollers or Pets allowed?
As it is a public course, we do not encourage or suggest headphone be worn. Strollers are welcome and we highly suggest that walkers and strollers line up at the back. Pets must follow the rules set forth by the Fox Valley Park District and are welcome as long as there are leashed.
There are no refunds for the race but we do provide the option for you to transfer your race to another runner.
Can I transfer my race entry?
Yes. We offer this service for free. Simple follow this link to transfer registrations.
What if the weather is bad?
This is April in the Midwest. There is a possibility it will be warm and sunny or it could snow. The race will be held regardless of weather with the exception of lightning, which will delay the start and will be a race day decision.
Can someone pickup my packet for me?
Yes. Please make sure that you provide your friend with the registration confirmation for them to pick up your packet for you.
Is the race chip timed?
Yes. Timing will be provided by Race Time and a link to results will be provided after the race.
Is there race day packet pickup?
Yes. You can pick up your packet and bib the morning of the race starting at 7:30am
Are Headphones, Strollers or Pets allowed?
As it is a public course, we do not encourage or suggest headphone be worn. Strollers are welcome and we highly suggest that walkers and strollers line up at the back. Pets must follow the rules set forth by the Fox Valley Park District and are welcome as long as there are leashed.
RESULTS AND PHOTOS
Results: http://www.racetime.info/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Run-JunkEes-5K-Results.htm
Event Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/butterflydoc/sets/72157706517925141/
Results: http://www.racetime.info/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/Run-JunkEes-5K-Results.htm
Event Photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/butterflydoc/sets/72157706517925141/