On Saturday, November 15 at 9 AM Scout Troop and Pack 103 is hosting their Leaves and Laces 5K Race and Fun Walk at Maidencreek Community Park. The 5K race starts and ends at Maidencreek Community Park and will take participants through local roads/neighborhoods in Blandon. Course is stroller friendly. Participants can elect to run or walk the course. Northern Berks Police Department and Blandon Fire Company Fire police will be assisting with traffic control for the event. The fun walk is approximately ¾ mile and will be untimed. This walk is open to all ages. Refreshments will be available for all finishers, and a water station is available on the route. Indoor toilet facilities are at the park. This event is held rain or shine.
Awards will be presented for the Overall Male & Female Top Finishers, Age Group awards for Top 2 Male & Female finishers for the following age groups: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 & 70+, additional awards Top 2 Scout finishers (includes both youth involved in Cub Scouts, Scouting America and Girl Scout units and individuals that have earned Eagle Scout & Gold Award). You must be present for awards, as they will not be mailed. Results will be available on www.pretzelcitysports.com 1-2 days after the race, and a time clock at finish will provide instant results.
Cost to register is $30 (with a shirt) and $20 without a shirt if registration is complete by 10/23. Race shirt is a performance tech short sleeve t-shirt ($15 value). After 10/23 (including day of race), the cost is $30 with option to purchase shirts while supplies last. Fun walk cost is $10 (no shirts provided). Register online here or mail a check payable to Troop 103 to Brittany Blose, 416 E Wesner Rd, Blandon, PA 19510. Contact the Race Director at 610.914.9046 or [email protected].
