Registration is now open for the USATF sanctioned 37th Annual Run for the Roses 5K Race on Sunday, August 13th, at Grafton Lakes State Park (GLSP). The event benefits Grafton Community Library, and includes a Kids 1 Mile Fun Run.
The 5K race has an early entry fee of $25, and a day of race registration fee of $30. The Fun Run has a $10 entry fee. Register online at www.finishright.com or download an application from www.graftoncommunitylibrary.org.
The 5K race begins at 9 am, and the course follows the park entrance road, continues along Route 2, around the town park and back into the park on Long Pond Road. The first half of the course is downhill, with uphill slopes on the second half. Water stations are near the halfway point. Mile markers and split times will be available. The race finishes under the race banner. All registered 5K participants receive a tee-shirt, free book, and a rose.
The Kids 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 10 am, in the main parking lot, proceeds through the woods and along the beach. The Fun Run will also finish under the race banner. Fun Run registrants receive a tee-shirt, book, ribbon, and an ice cream certificate.
Awards will be presented at the finish line immediately following the race. Refreshments are provided, and showers are located near the finish line.
Race applications are also available at the GLSP office (518-279-1155) and at the Grafton Community Library, 2455 NY Route 2 (518-279-0580).
