GENERAL
If you are sick, or have been exposed to Covid-19, please stay home. Any athlete registered for the 2021 Pink Pumpkin Run who does not participate in the event and tests positive for Covid-19 between October 15 and November 10, 2021 is eligible for a full refund (minus 3rd party processing fees) with proof of positive test. To be eligible for a refund, the athlete must notify the race director of suspected exposure no later than midnight October 29, 2021.
Participants are strongly encouraged to wear masks before and after running or walking. Masks will be available on-site. Masks will be provided for staff and volunteers.
Participants are required to follow local government guidelines for social distancing. Currently this requires maintaining a 6-foot distance.
Measures supporting hand hygiene will be available including hand sanitizer and hand washing stations.
RACE PACKET PICK-UP
PACKET PICK-UP WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON RACE DAY. There will be the following opportunities to pick up race packets before Race Day. Race packet mailing is available for an additional charge.
Packet Pick-Up and Registration Opportunities:
- Wednesday, October 20 at Marshall Wellness Center South in Boaz from 3:30 - 5:30 pm
- Friday, October 29 at the Guntersville Rec Center from 3:00 - 6:00 pm
RACE REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE RACE DAY. Registration will be available online through Friday, October 29 at 3:00 pm as well as at the following times during race packet pick-up:
- Wednesday, October 20 at Marshall Wellness Center South in Boaz from 3:30 - 5:30 pm
- Friday, October 29 at the Guntersville Rec Center from 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Online registration is preferred.
ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES
There will be no additional activities at this year's event other than the 5k, 10k and 1 Mile Fun Run. This means there will be no traditional sit-down pancake breakfast, bouncy houses or face painting. Participants will receive a grab-and-go breakfast option sponsored by Premier MediSpa after the race!
START LINE
Masks are recommended in the start area prior to the start of the race. Athletes are asked to observe current guidelines for social distancing. Volunteers and staff will provide additional instruction on race day as needed.
ON-COURSE WATER
Water stations will be located on the course. Athletes should keep moving through the water stations after receiving water to avoid congestion. Bottled water will be available at the finish line. Participants are also encouraged to carry their own water.
FINISH AREA
Access to the Finish area is limited to participants, participant family members, staff, and volunteers. Participants are required to follow local government guidelines for social distancing. Currently this requires maintaining a 6-foot distance. Masks are recommended in the finish area. Masks will be available on-site. Masks will be provided for staff and volunteers.
AWARDS
The awards ceremony will be conducted as usual at the amphitheater stage. Please practice social distancing in the stands, or plan to bring your own lawn chair to sit on the concrete space between the bleachers and the stage.
REFUND POLICY
There are NO REFUNDS for this event.
If the entire event is cancelled due to Covid-19 restrictions, participants may choose from the following options:
1. Transfer to the Virtual Race at no additional charge
2. Defer entry to 2022
3. Convert registration fee to a donation to the Foundation for Marshall Medical Centers
