This race has become a favorite with people who love not only the challenge of the changing elevations, but also the opportunity to take in one of the loveliest places to run (or walk!) in the Eastern United States. There are prizes for the winners, of course, but many people come to walk or run - just because! Please, no dogs on race day!
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Dear Friends,
The Landis Perennial Forest 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for August 15. As we write, it appears that New York State will be open for business at that time, so we are cautiously optimistic that the race will be able to go on, with health-conscious practices in place. Online registration is now active at https://landislive.weebly.com/forest-5k.html.
We are putting the following practices in place to protect participants, observers, and volunteers:
We believe that with your cooperation, we can run a safe and fun race this year. Please contact David Roy at 315-427-3856 with any questions.
The Landis Perennial Forest 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for August 15. As we write, it appears that New York State will be open for business at that time, so we are cautiously optimistic that the race will be able to go on, with health-conscious practices in place. Online registration is now active at https://landislive.weebly.com/forest-5k.html.
We are putting the following practices in place to protect participants, observers, and volunteers:
- There will be no paper registration this year, and NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION – NO EXCEPTIONS. Participants can register online right up to the day before the race. (Early registration is by August 1; ONLY THE FIRST 75 OF THOSE WHO REGISTER BY AUGUST 1 WILL RECEIVE A SHIRT THIS YEAR.) If there are changes in the state’s rules for activities that require cancellation of the race, registration fees will be refundable with the exception of the processing fees charged by RunSignUp.
- Registration will be limited to 200 runners/walkers to help control spacing.
- Everyone who participates (or an adult guardian in the case of minors) must complete the online waiver. In addition, names and contact information for all people in the runner’s party must be provided on race day using this form, as a precaution in case contact tracing becomes necessary. You are expected to assess your health and the health of each member of your party on race day, and to assure that no one experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19 comes to the Arboretum.
- Volunteers will be masked and will wear gloves. Participants will be masked except when participating in the actual race. Observers will be masked at all times. This applies to all, from two years of age and above. Please see guidance on mask use here.
- Race packets will be prepared in advance and handed off by gloved volunteers who will also accept completed contact information forms.
- To reduce density at the start of the race, the race will be chip timed, allowing people to space themselves out.
- Hand sanitizers and wipes will be available in the bathroom facilities.
We believe that with your cooperation, we can run a safe and fun race this year. Please contact David Roy at 315-427-3856 with any questions.
COURSE: The 5K run takes you on a tour of the Landis Arboretum public garden. The majority of the race is set among the Arboretum's many trails, ranging from woodlands to fields with rolling hills.
AWARDS: Overall Male and Female, 1st Male & Female in each age group: Under 9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ and Team. SHIRTS: T-Shirts available only to participants registered by August 1. Later registration may be completed through August 14 2020.
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