Thank you for your support and hope to see all of you next year for the 2021 Kimmswick 5K!
DATE | August 8, 2020
REGISTRATION
- $25 | Through May 22
- $30 | May 23 through July 15
- $35 | July 16 – Race Day
- Virtual registration closes 8/8.
- Register by 7/15 to guarantee you receive your packet by 8/7.
Virtual Participants: During registration, you can choose to have your packet mailed to you ($10) or you can pick up at Fleet Feet South County. If you opted to pick up, please reference below for packet pickup times.
SWAG | Participants receive a buttery soft tri-blend shirt highlighting the world-famous levee high pie and 10th anniversary of the race. Any registration after July 15th, t-shirt and size are not guaranteed. Sizes available: S-2XL.
HOW THE VIRTUAL EVENT WORKS | With the current Coronavirus situation worldwide and with many unable to get out to complete runs, please note that Kimmswick 5K can be completed through other means of exercise. This includes anything that covers distance such as cycling, rowing and step counters with walking. You can mix and match as many different forms of exercise as long as all of them combined cover the distance of your medal. PLEASE NOTE: Only run/walk activities will be eligible for awards.
Registration Required
Registration is required to participate in the virtual event. Registration is open through August 8, 2020.
Receive Your Packet
Register through July 15, 2020, to guarantee you receive your packet by August 7, 2020. Packets will be mailed to those that paid for shipping once per week between July 29 - August 10, 2020. Packets will include all participant items. Finisher medals will not be mailed separately. If you did not pay to have your packet shipped, you can pick it up at Fleet South County on Friday, August 7th from 10am to 7pm.
Complete Your Race & Submit Your Results
Between August 7th and 9th complete the 5K or 1M distance and submit your results. If you improve your time before the race ends on the 8th, you may submit your new time by submitting your results again. To be considered for a race award, attach a screenshot of your watch or tracking app showing proof of your result. You will need to log into your Race Roster account or have your confirmation number handy. If you have any other questions regarding the results submission process, please email jake@fleetfeetstlouis.com.
Stay Connected & Share Your Results
Make sure to stay in touch! Join the Facebook Event Page for special announcements and training tips!
Safe Social Distancing Guidelines
Please follow CDC guidelines about social distancing while exercising. Please run in very small groups and keep 6-10 ft between each other. If running/walking behind someone, triple the distance as additional protection from coughing/sneezing blow back from those in front of you. Help keep our community safe and our first responders and healthcare workers safe by doing your part. Stay apart, run/walk in small groups or by yourself.
PACKET PICK-UP
- 8/7 | 10:00am – 7:00pm | Fleet Feet South County
FUNDRAISING | Don't just run, be a fundraiser! Join the Extra Mile Club, go the extra mile to help those living with ALS. Sign up to fundraise as an individual, create a team, or make an additional donation during registration. Click here for more about how to fundraise.
DOWNLOAD ALS CUSTOMIZABLE RACE BIB | Show your support for ALS by printing out a customizable race bib, which lets us know you are running in honor of or in memory of. Wear your bib on race day and share it on Facebook by using #Kimmswick5K. Click here to download the customizable race bib.
RACE RESULTS | click here to see this year and past years results.
SPONSORSHIP | Your partnership dollars will provide you with increased corporate and brand visibility while making a direct and meaningful impact on the lives of many in the St. Louis and those effect by ALS. By sponsoring the Kimmswick 5K, you receive many benefits (commensurate with sponsor level) including but not limited to: inclusion on the webpage, print media advertising, marketing upon our social media platforms, promotional information in race packets and more! For more information email Natalie(npottebaum@alsastl.org) or view the sponsorship packet.
Thank you to this year's sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor
Contributing Sponsors
Our Mission | To discover treatments and a cure for ALS, and to serve, advocate for, and empower people affected by ALS to live their lives to the fullest.
About Our Chapter
The ALS Association is the only national not-for-profit organization completely dedicated to fighting ALS.
Our work covers all the bases — research, patient and community services, public education, and advocacy — in providing help, support, and hope to those facing the disease. The ALS Association and the St. Louis Regional Chapter operate under a shared mission— to improve the lives of people living with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and to leave no stone unturned in search of treatments and a cure.
In 2018, our Chapter:
- Served 725 people with ALS and their family members.
- Cared for 208 patients in our Clinics & ALS Association Treatment Centers.
- Loaned 177 pieces of durable medical equipment to people with ALS in eastern Missouri and southern and central Illinois.
- Supplied 705 cases of nutritional supplements to people with ALS who can no longer chew or swallow.
- Provided 3,600 hours of respite care to ALS caregivers.
The ALS Association St. Louis Regional Chapter is committed to:
- Serving as a public policy advocate for people with ALS. We work on a local, state and national scale to make sure policies serve the best interests of ALS patients and caregivers, to secure funding for ALS research, and to empower patients to speak out to their representatives.
- Providing a robust, multidisciplinary approach to treatment of ALS. We have clinics throughout our service area, each with a team of doctors that can provide complete care to ALS patients — all under one roof. This multifaceted approach to care for ALS patients is scientifically proven to extend the lives of people living with ALS.
- Caring for people and families living with ALS. We provide exceptional care services and the latest resources and information for people with ALS, their families and caregivers. All of our services are provided free of charge.
Our accomplishments are made possible by the generosity of others. From the smallest donation to the largest gift, donors touch the ALS community with hope for the future. For more information about the ALS, the history, and how you can continue to help and support their mission, click here.
The Blue Owl Restaurant has been an institution in Kimmswick – and a destination for those in the St. Louis area and beyond – since it was founded by Mary Hostetter in 1985. In addition to growing as a business – from serving 30 customers a day in 1985 to over 300 per day now – the Blue Owl has also become known for its active role in fundraising and philanthropy in the community.
As a long-time patron of The Blue Owl, Nancy Ratliff was not just treated like a customer, but as a friend or family member. Nancy’s daughter Heather worked at the restaurant when she was in high school, and the Blue Owl hosted Nancy’s surprise 60th birthday party in August of 2008, just months before she was diagnosed with ALS. So when we approached Mary about the possibility of teaming up to do a fundraiser, it was no surprise that she and her staff jumped at the opportunity. Nor was it a surprise that they played an integral part in making it such a success.
In addition to sponsoring the event, Mary and the Blue Owl provide their award-winning pies as unique awards for the top three finishers of each age group in the Kimmswick 5K. They also provide box lunches for all participants, host the post-race awards ceremony and festivities and raise additional funds leading up to the race – which starts and ends in front of the restaurant -- by inviting customers to make donations when they pay their bills. We’re honored by the support and friendship of Mary and the entire Blue Owl family.
Registration fees
Virtual 5K Closed
Online registration closed-
If you can't join us on August 8th, please consider being a virtual participant and supporting the cause.
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$25.00Dec 1 – May 22
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$30.00May 23 – Jul 15
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$35.00Jul 16 – Aug 8
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Virtual 1 Mile Closed
Online registration closed-
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$25.00Dec 1 – May 22
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$30.00May 23 – Jul 15
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$35.00Jul 16 – Aug 8
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Covid-19 Status
Our intention is to be able to hold this event in person, and are working on plans to take all necessary precautions to make this a safe event during the Covid-19 situation, based on the latest/greatest guidelines as the event approaches. As we finalize those plans and precautions and have them in place, we will post them here, and include them in race communications closer to race date.
Participant safety is our number one concern, so if it is deemed unsafe to have an in-person event, the race will be switched to an all-virtual event. In the event that we have to hold the event virtually, we automatically switch all participants to the virtual 5K, and send details on how to obtain your race swag and submit your virtual times. If you do not want to participate in the virtual event, you can defer your entry to our 2021 event. We will contact all participants in the event that it goes virtual with instructions.
Awards
Awards will be given to the top 3 overall male and female finishers, as well as the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups:
14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
FAQs
Where is the event?
This year the Kimmswick 5K will be a virtual race due to COVID-19.
How does a virtual race work?
With the current Coronavirus situation worldwide and with many unable to get out to complete runs, please note that Kimmswick 5K can be completed through other means of exercise. This includes anything that covers distance such as cycling, rowing and step counters with walking. You can mix and match as many different forms of exercise as long as all of them combined cover the distance of your medal. PLEASE NOTE: Only run/walk activities will be eligible for awards.
Registration Required
Registration is required to participate in the virtual event. Registration is open through August 8, 2020.
Receive Your Packet
Register through July 15, 2020, to guarantee you receive your packet by August 7, 2020. Packets will be mailed once per week between July 29 - August 10, 2020. Packets will include all participant items. Finisher medals will not be mailed separately. Stay tuned to your email for additional digital perks to be sent out!
Complete Your Race
Participants can complete the route of your choice when your schedule allows. This event does not have a required course. Check back for more information on suggested routes!
Submit Your Results
Tracking and submitting your results is optional, but provides motivating accountability. We suggest using the Fleet Feet mobile app in conjunction with Garmin Connect or Strava to track your miles - and earn valuable Fleet Feet rewards!
Where can I pick up my packet and when?
Friday, August 7th from 10:00am to 7:00pm at Fleet Feet South County
Do I have to complete my virtual run on August 8th to compete?
Participants will have from August 7th through August 9th to complete their virtual run to compete with others participating in the Kimmswick 5K virtual run. More information forthcoming via email race communications!
Fundraising FAQs
Do I have to fundraise in order to participate in the 5K or 1-mile fun run?
No, you don't have to do any additional fundraising in order to participate in the Kimmswick 5K. For more information visit the fundraising page.
How do I sign up to be a fundraiser?
For full information about fundraising as in individual or team and more, please go to - https://www.fleetfeet.com/s/stlouis/racing/race-results/kimmswick-5k/Fundraising
Volunteer FAQs
Do I have to raise funds to volunteer?
No. There is no fundraising minimum to volunteer, but those wishing to fundraise can request an online personal page to help them reach their fundraising goals.
I would like to volunteer for the event. How do I sign up?
Please contact Michelle Reynolds Gray at mgray@alsastl.org to find out how you can help.
Top donors
| No. | Name | Amount |
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| 1 | Marilyn Feldmann | $2,130.85 |
| 2 | Ian and Kazzie Young | $1,065.85 |
| 3 | Gurley Leep Automotive Family | $1,065.85 |
Top teams
| 1 |
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Team Dan$8,361.11 Raised$7,000.00 Goal |
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| 2 |
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Runnin’ with the RatballsRaised:$598.05 |
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| 3 |
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Team EloiseRaised:$263.27 |
Top fundraisers
| 1 |
View fundraiser page for Matt
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Matt FeldmannRaised: $4,970.38 |
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| 2 |
View fundraiser page for Thomas
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Thomas BakerRaised: $224.29 |
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| 3 |
View fundraiser page for Maureen
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Maureen McConathyRaised: $206.58 |
Contact information
- Event contact
- Jake Goldsborough
- Phone
- 636-675-1546
