12th Annual Mustang Trot 5K Run/Walk

This year’s philanthropy is the Tzu Chi Foundation whose mission is to provide long-term care to underprivileged individuals and families, short-term aid to those affected by disasters, construction of homes, schools and other facilities, as well as providing livelihood training to give them the means to become independent. The Tzu Chi Foundation has made a positive impact both locally and throughout the world.

Packet Pickup

Pre-Race packet pick up for DGS Students & Staff only: Friday, April 11th during all lunch periods in cafeteria

Public Packet Pickup is Saturday, April 12th from 10 am - 1 pm at Downers Grove South High School.

Participant Appreciation Prize Drawing

All participants may enter drawings for prizes such as gift certificates and goods from local vendors! The drawing will occur during the 5k race. Winners must be present to claim prizes.

Payment & Runner Info: This community event is open to everyone regardless of where you live or what school you attend!

Come help us raise money for the Tzu Chi Foundation! In order to compete, you must be in good health and physically prepared to take on the challenges of the event.

You may walk or run at your own pace. Skateboards, skates & bikes are prohibited on the course. Dogs & jogging strollers are welcome.

Online registration and paper pre-registration ends on 4/10. Race day registration is available at an additional charge.

There will be no refunds for any reason. “STUDENT” refers to any person high school age or under.

Individual Awards will be given to top 3 male and female finishers in each age category:

• 14 and under
• 15-18
• 19-24
• 25-30
• 31-39
• 40-49
• 50-59
• 60+

The overall top male and female will be given a separate award.

TEAM AWARDS: Must have at least 5 members to be eligible to compete as a team, no maximum. Teams with fewer than 5 members can run, but will not be eligible for awards. Team awards will be given to: Fastest Average Time; Best Team Name*; Best Team Costumes*.

*Decided by the Awards Committee Members

Runners will start and end on Norfolk Street, by the DGS parking lot, making their way through the quaint surrounding neighborhoods. DGS students, staff, and friends will exhibit the Mustang Way by cheering on runners.

The race will occur rain or shine, and will only be cancelled if the weather is dangerous. Participants will be e-mailed if the race is cancelled.

The race will be timed by Race Time Inc. Race time results will be posted at www.racetime.info.

Parking is available at Downers Grove South High School. There will be no gear check at this event.