We will miss you all in person this year as the event will be held virtually to uphold possible state regulations of gatherings. Separate but together is our theme this year!
EVENT SUMMARY:
The 8th annual 5K color run/walk, 6K paddle race and 11K paddle/run relay race WILL BE A VIRTUAL EVENT THIS YEAR. All proceeds raised will be donated to local community first-responders, hospitals and clinics for the Covid-19 pandemic affecting our area of Delaware County.
The event will be held throughout the month of July. Participants will log their own times with the support of running apps or GPS to record and send it for an official time. Participants may do a 5K run, walk or a 6K paddle on a local river. Participants in the surrounding area of Downsville, NY are encouraged to run the regular route of the race (we will have markers out for locals during the month of July) or paddle the East Branch of the Delaware River as in the race. Participants may also compete in the duathlon where they paddle a 6K and then run a 5K for a combined time.
HOW TO REGISTER:
You may register online at the race roster website. Registration will close one week before the end of July. Your event must be completed by the last day in July to be entered in the final results. All participants will receive a t-shirt with this year's race logo, a medal and race bib. Race shirts are UNISEX sizes this year.
ENTRY FEES & PAYMENT:
Credit cards are accepted for online registration through Race Roster.
Registration will close on July 24th, 2020.
5K RUN or WALK
$30 for Teens & Adults (13 yrs. & over)
$20 for Children (12 yrs. & under)
15% off for group or family of 5 or more (1 participant must be 18 or over)
DUATHLON or 6K PADDLE (*all boaters must wear a US Coast Guard approved lifevest)
$45 Individual (18 & over)
10% off Team registration (2-3 racers, 13 & over allowed but 1 person must be 18 & over)
Awards will be given in the categories below:
Paddle Race: Top 2 finishers
Duathlon Race: Top 2 teams or individuals
5K Walk: Top 2 walkers (male or female)
5K Run: 1st/2nd men (13 and over), 1st/2nd women (13 and over), 1st/2nd boys (12 and under), 1st/2nd girls (12 and under)
The awards will be distributed to racers after the event closes on July 31st, 2020. Results will be posted online on this website and social media platforms.
Registration fees
5K Run 12 & under Closed
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$20.00Apr 25 - Jul 24
11K Paddle/Run Single Entry Closed
All boaters must wear a US Coast Guard approved flotation device.
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$45.00Apr 25 - Jul 24
6K Paddle Race Closed
All boaters must wear a US Coast Guard approved flotation device.
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$30.00Apr 25 - Jul 24
5K Walk 12 & under Closed
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$20.00Apr 25 - Jul 24
Paddle/Run Duathlon Team Entry Closed
Only 1 or 2 people allowed maximum per boat. Both members of the team may paddle and/or run. A team member who didn't paddle may do the run portion. All boaters must wear a US Coast Guard approved flotation device.
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$45.00Apr 25 - Jul 24
5K Walk 13 & over Closed
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$30.00Apr 25 - Jul 24
5K Run 13 & over Closed
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$30.00Apr 25 - Jul 24
Event schedule
- Fri, July 10, 2020 11:59 PM - Last day to register with FREE shirt included
- Fri, July 24, 2020 4:00 PM - Race packet pick-up at Legion
- Sat, July 25, 2020 6:00 AM - Registration and race packet pick-up
- Sat, July 25, 2020 7:00 AM - 1/2 Marathon Start
- Sat, July 25, 2020 9:00 AM - 6K Paddle Race Start
- Sat, July 25, 2020 9:00 AM - 5K Walk Start
- Sat, July 25, 2020 9:30 AM - 5K Run Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Kathryn Mattson
- bestdam5k@gmail.com
- Phone
- +1 607-267-7263
- Website
- Visit website