Sierra Club - Lancaster Group Polar Bear 5K Trail Run/Hike

Sierra Club - Lancaster Group Polar Bear 5K Trail Run/Hike

Come join the fun!! The Sierra Club – Lancaster Group invites you to run or hike in this 5K (3.1miles) trail race to show your support for the environment. Bring a dog, bring two dogs!!! We love our pups! HAVE FUN with our awesome Run / Hike!!!

WHERE: Lancaster County Central Park - Kiwanis Lodge (Pavilion 22) Located at 826 Eshelman Mill Road. Lancaster, PA 17602. The 5K begins and ends at Kiwanis Lodge (Pavilion 22, PARK AT 826 Eshelman Mill Rd.). Shuttle provided from parking lot to the starting line. Please arrive between 8:30 & 9:30 am to catch a shuttle, register, and be at the start on time.

WHEN:

• Registration / Bib Pick-up: 8:30am-9:30am
• Catch a shuttle to the start: 8:30am-9:30am
• Race Starts Promptly at 10:00am
• Awards Ceremony: 10:45am

Race is chip timed (gun start) with instant results at the finish line.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

• EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION available until DECEMBER 25th: $30
• All registrations after DECEMBER 25th including race day registration will be $35
• ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON JANUARY 2nd AT NOON. Registration is available after January 2nd at packet pick up on Friday and available on race day!

RACE SHIRTS: An optional Short Sleeve Exclusive Sierra Club Lancaster Polar Bear 5K shirt is available as an add-on for $25. Sign up by December 5th to guarantee a shirt.

Funds raised from the event support the Green Grant Program, providing financial assistance to local environmentally focused organizations. This fun trail run/hike will go through scenic Lancaster County Central Park. All trails are well maintained with some hills. Since the race is in January, be prepared to run in mud, snow, and possible ice. Trekking poles, micro spikes are allowed on the course.

AWARDS & PRIZES: Prizes for overall top 3 male & female runners, top 3 dogs with humans, and top 3 male and female winners in EACH age group.

RULES: Bibs must be worn on the FRONT and VISIBLE at all times. No Course Cutting. Do Not Litter. Notify race director if dropping out. Communicate clearly when passing other trail users. Well-behaved dogs on leash are encouraged. No refunds, deferrals, bib transfers, or bandits.

Contact Info: Available via a form on the website.