18th Annual RUN WILD - Sept. 16, 2017
Imagine running under a forest canopy with the serenity of a course that winds through tall stands of evergreen trees. Be encouraged by volunteers along the way whether you choose to run our USA Track & Field 5K certified course, take the long way around for an 8K run, or even a peaceful 5k walk through Northwest Trek’s nature trail system. After, enjoy a visit to a wildlife park that is home to bison, moose, bears, cougars, and dozens of other animals.
Runners and walkers will be chipped timed. The chip will be attached to the bib, no need to tie it to your shoe.
Participants of all ages are welcome, but strollers and pets are NOT permitted. Participants with strollers will be asked not to participate or to leave their stroller behind.
Interested in volunteering during the event? Email mackenzie.schaefer@nwtrek.org to learn more!
COURSE
The running course is primarily on paved trails (some gravel on 8k) with a challenging hilly expanse at the end of the course. Walkers will be on a course separate from the runners and will take place on the nature trails with some inclines and unpaved portions of the trail.
Each participant will receive a cotton event tee shirt in either a men’s or women’s size, included with their entry. Participants have the option of a men’s or women’s tech shirt for an additional $10. Please Note: Register before August 31st to guarantee your tee shirt. Tech shirts cannot be ordered after August 31st. All participants will receive a finishers medal in addition to their race tee!
PACKET PICKUP
Friday, September 15th from 1pm - 5pm
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
11610 Trek Drive East Eatonville, WA 98328
You can also pick up your packet on race day at Northwest Trek from 7am - 8am.
GO GREEN with Online Registration
Your waste-free online registration includes:
1) Admission to the park for the day and event tee shirt.
2) Entry in door prize drawing after the race.
FEES – Include admission to the park after the race for the participant, spectators will have to pay full admission day of. Space is limited, register early!
Early registration fee $30.00 before July 1st – guaranteed tee shirt
Regular registration fee $40.00 July 1 – August 31st – guaranteed tee shirt
Late registration fee $50.00 September 1st – September 13th – tee shirt based on first come first serve at packet pick up
Day of registration fee $60.00 September 16th – tee shirt based on first come first serve at check in
*Final price will include a processing fee.
*Are you a Northwest Trek member? Email gabby.huffman@nwtrek.org with your name to get your unique discount code!
*Groups of 25 or more receive a $5 per-person discount! Email gabby.huffman@nwtrek.org for your unique discount code!
*Online registration ends at midnight on September 13th.
*Must register before August 31st to guarantee event tee shirt.
*There are no refunds. Entry is not transferable.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
7:00 AM: Check in begins for day of and online registrants.
7:50 AM: ENTRANCE ROAD TO NORTHWEST TREK CLOSES
8:30 AM: 5K Walkers start
8:35 AM: 5k/8k Runners start
10:30 AM: Awards and Prize Drawings (must be present to win)
*ROAD WILL NOT RE-OPEN UNTIL AFTER THE LAST RUNNER IS CLEAR OF THE ROAD
PROHIBITIONS
No strollers, in-line skates, bicycles or pets are permitted.
PARKING
Parking is very limited, please make the day even more green and carpool with friends!
CONTACT
Gabby Huffman
Email gabby.huffman@nwtrek.org
Web site: www.nwtrek.org