2023 HICKORY KNOLLS
TRAIL RUN & RELAY
We are returning to the trails of the Hickory Knolls Nature Area in St Charles for the 3rd annual HICKORY KNOLLS Trail Run & Parent & Child Relay on Sunday, May 14th.
Come out and run the grass and dirt trails over an approximate 3-mile loop course through a beautiful and diverse natural area just as spring begins to blossom. The first portion of the loop is relatively flat, while a couple of hills await in the latter portion of the loop. The trail is primarily wide-track, allowing for easy passing or running alongside a friend, and the route is very well marked.
You can participate in either the Individual Runner 5k (one loop) or 10k (two loops) distance, or pair up with a family member in the Parent+Child 2-person relay.
This event is sponsored by Dick Pond Athletics, Brooks Running and Pollyanna Brewing; proceeds from this event benefit the St Charles Park Foundation.
Sponsored by
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In cooperation with the St. Charles Park District
All proceeds from the race will benefit
Registration fees
Parent & Child Relay Team Closed
Online registration closed-
Parent and Child Relay Team. One individual registers both team members in one transaction. After the first person registers, click "add another registrant" at the bottom of the page. This will create a new registration form to be filled out accordingly. After the second form is complete, proceed to check out. Don't forget to create a fun team name!
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$80.00
$40.00 Per Participant
Mar 13 – Mar 17 -
$90.00
$45.00 Per Participant
Mar 18 – May 6 -
$96.00
$48.00 Per Participant
May 7 – May 13 -
$100.00
$50.00 Per Participant
May 14 – May 14
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5K Run/Walk Closed
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$40.00Mar 13 – Mar 17
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$45.00Mar 18 – May 6
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$48.00May 7 – May 13
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$50.00May 14 – May 14
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10K Run Closed
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$40.00Mar 13 – Mar 17
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$45.00Mar 18 – May 6
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$48.00May 7 – May 13
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$50.00May 14 – May 14
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Event Info
EVENT DETAILS
Name: HICKORY KNOLLS TRAIL RUN & PARENT/CHLD RELAY
Date: Sunday, May 14, 2023
Location: Hickory Knolls Nature Area, James O. Breem Community Park, Peck Rd and Campton Hills Rd, St. Charles
Parking: Parking will be in the James Breem Community Park parking lot with entrance off of Campton Hills Rd, just west of the stoplight at Peck Rd. You will want to park on the west end of the lot (closer to the Discovery Center building and wooded area rather than near the water park). There could be youth soccer games taking place on race day, so plan to arrive a little earlier to find a spot.
Sponsors: Dick Pond Athletics, Brooks Running, PollyAnna Brewing
Beneficiary: St Charles Park District Foundation
Distances:
- 5K Run (approx. 3.1 miles) for Individual runners, running one loop
- 10K Run (approx. 6.3 miles) for Individual runners, running two loops
- 5K Relay for Parent/Child teams, with each person running one loop
Course:
- Course to be run on the existing trails and pathways fully within the Hickory Knolls Nature Area (see attached course map)
- Course is primarily wide pathways over dirt, grass and gravel. Expect to encounter uneven ground, exposed roots, partially embedded rocks, low branches and other conditions characteristic of a wooded area. You are running at your own risk of possibly stumbling, falling, or landing awkwardly, any of which could result in an injury.
- Course will be marked using spray chalk on ground, directional arrow signs and strings of plastic triangular pennants.
Water Station: There will be NO water station on the course for either Individual or Relay runners; all participants are advised to carry their own hydration, if needed. Bottled water will be available at the Finish.
Washrooms: There are washrooms in the Discovery Center and a toilet adjacent to the picnic shelter. There may also be some open porta-potties near the soccer fields.
Race Day Schedule:
- Sunday, May 14
8:00am START For All Races
Awards will be presented as soon as results are available for each race.
Age Groups / Team Categories:
- Individual 5K / 10K Run:
Male/Female in age groups 13 & Under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 & Over
- Parent/Child 5K Relay Team Challenge:
- Mom/Daughter
- Mom/Son
- Dad/Daughter
- Dad/Son
Premium for Registration: Premium S.W.A.G. to the first 200 registered participants: Custom BOCO Running Hat. Hickory Knolls Unisex 50/50 Short Sleeve Race Shirt (size guaranteed if registered by 5/1/23)
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Awards:
- Overall Male and Female winners of 5K and 10K
- First Place Male and Female Age Group Winners for 5K & 10K
- Top Mom/Daughter; Mom/Son; Dad/Daughter; Dad/Son
- Finisher award (see below)
Race Day Raffle: We will have some raffle items to give away while each race in in progress. When you cross the Finish line, be sure to check the dry erase board posted nearby to see if you have won something.
Packet Pick-up:
- Saturday, May 13, 2:00 – 4:00pm at Dick Pond Athletics, 303 N 2nd Street, St Charles
(New entries will be accepted at this time ONLY if space is still open)
- Sunday, May 14, at race site, 7:00am until race time
Medical on Site: we are looking to have a medical individual on site for any minor issues requiring First Aid.
Note: If you are a qualified medic or nurse who would like to volunteer your time and services on race day, please contact Wayne Haworth at wayne@dickpondathletics.com. We may be able to offer a small stipend to you for stepping up and helping out.
New for 2023! Parent & Child Relay!!
Race day is Mother's Day! And Father's Day is only five weeks later! In recognition of all the amazing moms and dads out there, we introduce the all new Parent & Child Relay.
- A "team" will consist of one parent and one child. Team categories are Mom/Daughter, Mom/Son, Dad/Daughter, and Dad/Son.
- Unlike a traditional Relay where one runner "hands off" to the second runner, Parent & child will run at the same time.
- If Mom or Dad wants to have two or more children run with them, the additional child(ren) must be registered to run, the team must declare which category they are competing in before the race begins to be eligible for an award. For example, if Mom has both a daughter and a son running with her, and the team has declared they are competing in Mom/Daughter category, the son's time will not count in determining the team's time if he finishes ahead of his sister.
- Two teams from one family are permitted, meaning Mom can pair up with one child while Dad can pair up with another child.
- Be sure to give your team a creative name and wear it proudly on race day.
- The finish time for the parent and the child will be combined to determine the team's official time.
Volunteers
VOLUNTEERS
YES!! Volunteers are Needed: Volunteers are needed to on race day to help with bib pick-up, at the Start/Finish and along the running route as course marshals. Besides receiving the deep and eternal gratitude of the race committee and participants, you will also receive a race momento. If you can help out, please notify Wayne Haworth at wayne@dickpondathletics.com
Premium S.W.A.G.
Premium S.W.A.G. to the first 200 registered participants: A Custom BOCO Running Hat
...and a Hickory Knolls Unisex 50/50 Short Sleeve Race Shirt (size guaranteed if registered by 5/1/23)
Finisher Award: You'll be proud to celebrate your successful conquest of the Hickory Knolls Trail Run & Relay course with this printed Mason Jar mug, perfect for a cold brew or an awesome root beer float....but you gotta finish to get it!
Registration Entry Fees
Entry Fee | Individual | Relay (Per Person) |
| Early Registration 3/11-3/17 | $40.00 | $80.00 ($40.00/person) |
| Standard Registration 3/18-5/6 | $45.00 | $90.00 ($45.00/person) |
| Late Registration 5/7-5/13 | $48.00 | $96.00 ($48.00/person) |
| Race Day Registration 5/14 | $50.00 | $100.00 ($50.00/person) |
Event schedule
- Sat, May 13, 2023 2:00 PM - Pre Race Day Packet Pick Up at Dick Pond Athletics St. Charles (2PM-4PM)
- Sun, May 14, 2023 7:00 AM - On Site Check In
- Sun, May 14, 2023 8:00 AM - 5K/10K/Relay Race Start
Contact information
- Event contact
- Wayne Haworth
- Phone
- +1 630-665-3316
- Website
- Visit website
