Name: Thumbs Up High 5K and 10K - 8th Annual
Start: 2021-09-18T09:00:00-05:00
Location: Woodland Trails Park, Elk Lake Road Northwest, Elk River, MN, USA

Fundraising organizations

Raised: $25,658.36

Goal: $20,000.00

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Thank you to First Bank Elk River and Sportech, Inc. and Hudson Hardware of Zimmerman for being our Title Sponsors for our 8th Annual Event!

THE THUMBS UP MOVEMENT

THUMBS UP was founded in 2014 by Katie Shatusky, Jessica Hackenmueller and Jody Kreuser in honor of two great men, Robert “Bob” Schmit and Charles “Chuck” Dahlheimer, who like many others took their lives after living in silence from a mental illness. THUMBS UP is all about EMBRACING those who are struggling and breaking the stigma around mental health. Connecting, supporting and encouraging one another to talk about their feelings and challenges and to “KEEP MOVING FORWARD”. We are dedicated to educating and teaching about mental illness, the warning signs of suicide, what you can to do help others who struggle and community awareness initiatives. Let’s UNITE to help others to KEEP MOVING FORWARD.

MISSION STATEMENT

“We value LIFE and we ASPIRE to help others in our COMMUNITY by talking about MENTAL HEALTH.”

MISSION

Help promote wellness and positive living for people through awareness and early education programs.
Encourage people to be open, engage in conversation, and be vulnerable.
Connect people to support services in the area.
Create a movement with a brand that makes mental health relatable and that people can build a relationship with.

THIS IS HOW WE’LL ACHIEVE OUR MISSION

Kickstart important conversations via our THUMBS UP apparel. Encourage social connectedness via our community fundraising events. Drive awareness via carefully selected relationships with individuals and organizations. Inform, educate and teach coping skills for those who struggle with a mental illness.

HOW YOU CAN JOIN THE THUMBS UP MOVEMENT?

By buying apparel, you can help break the stigma and start the conversation. Shop Now

Alternatively, by making a donation to THUMBS UP you are helping us support our mission and vision. You can make a fully tax-deductible donation right now by clicking here.

Friday, Sept. 17th, 2021

4-7pm – Early T-shirt & Packet Pick Up – Woodland Trails Pavillion
Address: 20135 Elk Lake Road NW, Elk River, MN 55330
Chalk Party! Help us Chalk the Walk with positive messages and remembrance of our loved ones! (chalk provided)

Saturday, Sept. 18th, 2021

7:30am – Packet Pickup & Same-Day Registration
9:00am – Opening Ceremony & Keynote Speaker: Nicole R.H.Baker, MS, LAMFT, PhD Candidate
10:00am – 5K & 10K Bike & Rollerblade Start
10:05am – 10K Runners Start
- Depending on Covid-19 Restrictions, there may be waves in groups of 50 people
10:10am – 5K Runners Start
- Depending on Covid-19 Restrictions, there may be waves in groups of 50 people
10:20am – 5K Walkers Start
- Depending on Covid-19 Restrictions, there may be waves in groups of 50 people
11:00am – Kids Activities Begin

Directions & Parking Information

Event Location: Woodland Trails Park – 20135 Elk Lake Road NW, Elk River, MN 55330
LIMITED ON-SITE PARKING for Vendors, Volunteers, Staff, 55+ and Handicap ONLY
Please plan on parking at Meadowvale Elementary: 12701 Elk Lake Rd NW, Elk River, MN 55330
Parking is free/no-charge
A no cost bus will transport round trip to & from Meadowvale Elementary to Woodland Trails from 7:30am – 2:00pm
Please try to carpool if you are able!

Kids Activities

The Floor is Lava Obstacle Course (Kids ages 12 & under) - $15/child
Bounce Houses
Crazy Hair by The Hair Studios
Face Painting by Two Rivers Monuments
Kindness Rocks by Plaisted Companies
Nature Play Area including: Boulder Climbing Area, Sand and Water Play Area, Fort Building, Balance Area & Tunnel Play Area

Food & Beverages

Food Trucks Available On-Site: Swede’s Smokin’ Grill & Thai 1 On
Free complimentary coffee from Dunn Brothers & Caribou Coffee
Water Stations along route presented by LIFT PT & the U14 Girls Softball Team

Other Information

Must register by Friday, Sept. 3rd to be guaranteed a t-shirt with your registration fee
Bring a photo of your loved one for the Memory Tree
Mental Health Vendors will be On-Site
Dress for the weather

#KEEPMOVINGFORWARD

Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

5K Walk Closed

Online registration closed

1. $28.74
  
  Early bird pricing
  
  Mar 15 – May 31
2. $34.09
  
  Regular Price
  
  Jun 1 – Sep 1
3. $39.44
  
  Late Registration
  
  Sep 1 – Sep 18

10K Walk Closed

Online registration closed

1. $28.74
  
  Early bird pricing
  
  Mar 15 – May 31
2. $34.09
  
  Regular Price
  
  Jun 1 – Sep 1
3. $39.44
  
  Late Registration
  
  Sep 1 – Sep 18

5K Run Closed

Online registration closed

1. $28.74
  
  Early bird pricing
  
  Mar 15 – May 31
2. $34.09
  
  Regular Price
  
  Jun 1 – Sep 1
3. $39.44
  
  Late Registration
  
  Sep 1 – Sep 18

10K Run Closed

Online registration closed

1. $28.74
  
  Early bird pricing
  
  Mar 15 – May 31
2. $34.09
  
  Regular Price
  
  Jun 1 – Sep 1
3. $39.44
  
  Late Registration
  
  Sep 1 – Sep 18

5K Bike Closed

Online registration closed

1. $28.74
  
  Early bird pricing
  
  Mar 15 – May 31
2. $34.09
  
  Regular Price
  
  Jun 1 – Sep 1
3. $39.44
  
  Late Registration
  
  Sep 1 – Sep 18

10K Bike Closed

Online registration closed

1. $28.74
  
  Early bird pricing
  
  Mar 15 – May 31
2. $34.09
  
  Regular Price
  
  Jun 1 – Sep 1
3. $39.44
  
  Late Registration
  
  Sep 1 – Sep 18

5K Rollerblade Closed

Online registration closed

1. $28.74
  
  Early bird pricing
  
  Mar 15 – May 31
2. $34.09
  
  Regular Price
  
  Jun 1 – Sep 1
3. $39.44
  
  Late Registration
  
  Sep 1 – Sep 18

10K Rollerblade Closed

Online registration closed

1. $28.74
  
  Early bird pricing
  
  Mar 15 – May 31
2. $34.09
  
  Regular Price
  
  Jun 1 – Sep 1
3. $39.44
  
  Late Registration
  
  Sep 1 – Sep 18

5K Virtual Run Participant Closed

Online registration closed

1. $28.74
  
  Early bird pricing
  
  Mar 15 – May 31
2. $34.09
  
  Regular Price
  
  Jun 1 – Sep 1
3. $39.44
  
  Late Registration
  
  Sep 1 – Sep 18

5K Virtual Walk Participant Closed

Online registration closed

1. $28.74
  
  Early bird pricing
  
  Mar 15 – May 31
2. $34.09
  
  Regular Price
  
  Jun 1 – Sep 1
3. $39.44
  
  Late Registration
  
  Sep 1 – Sep 18

Kids Entry Fee (Ages 12 & Under) Closed

Online registration closed

1. $12.69
  
  Early bird pricing
  
  Mar 15 – May 31
2. $18.04
  
  Regular Price
  
  Jun 1 – Sep 1
3. $18.04
  
  Late Registration
  
  Sep 1 – Sep 18

New Location for 2021!

We are excited to share that we will have a new event location for 2021!

The event will be held at Woodland Trails Regional Park in Elk River, Minnesota.

For more information, click HERE.

For directions, clik HERE.

Top 3 Fundraising Teams

Our 2021 5K & 10K Goal is to Raise $20,000 for Thumbs Up!

With your help, we know we can get there! For your fundraising help, we will award the Top 3 Fundraising Teams with the following..

1st Place Team - $250 in Thumbs Up Apparel
2nd Place Team - $100 in Thumbs Up Apparel
3rd Place Team - $50 in Thumbs Up Apparel

Winners will be announced on Monday, September 20th, 2021. Thank you for your support!

Top donors

No.	Name	Amount
1	Pamela Dyer	$1,065.85
2	Anonymous	$1,065.85
3	Pearo family	$1,065.85
4	Jenna & Seth Denson	$1,000.00
5	Mike Ryther	$533.35
6	Bill&Jackie Ulwelling	$533.35
7	Distinctive Iron	$533.35
8	JB	$533.35
9	Anonymous	$533.35

Top teams

1	Trizzle Trazzle Trizzle Troll $5,085.74 Raised $1,000.00 Goal	View page
2	Team Ashlyn's Ripple $2,963.26 Raised $1,000.00 Goal	View page
3	Team Sam Casperson 💙 $2,150.12 Raised $25,000.00 Goal	View page
4	Team Grandpa Bob $1,590.85 Raised $1,000.00 Goal	View page
5	Seth's Squad $1,063.53 Raised $1,000.00 Goal	View page
6	Team J&B $891.34 Raised $1,000.00 Goal	View page
7	Team Jackson $879.96 Raised $25,000.00 Goal	View page
8	Team David $852.15 Raised $25,000.00 Goal	View page
9	Team TAKEOFF Nutrition $644.29 Raised $500.00 Goal	View page
10	Team Amara $505.45 Raised $600.00 Goal	View page

Top fundraisers

1	View fundraiser page for Rob	Rob Schiller Raised: $1,973.65	View page for Rob
2	View fundraiser page for Lynn	Lynn Ulwelling Raised: $1,299.94	View page for Lynn
3	View fundraiser page for Jeanne	Jeanne Schiller Raised: $1,097.59	View page for Jeanne
4	View fundraiser page for Shannon	Shannon Lee Raised: $754.02	View page for Shannon
5	View fundraiser page for Janet	Janet Casperson Raised: $723.98	View page for Janet
6	View fundraiser page for Kyle	Kyle Fanning $507.00 Raised $500.00 Goal	View page for Kyle
7	View fundraiser page for Kellie	Kellie Nielson Raised: $500.00	View page for Kellie
8	View fundraiser page for Brenda	Brenda Roux $324.61 Raised $1,000.00 Goal	View page for Brenda
9	View fundraiser page for Mariah	Mariah Lysfjord Raised: $297.99	View page for Mariah
10	View fundraiser page for Amy	Amy McCulloch $222.58 Raised $200.00 Goal	View page for Amy