5th Annual “Run for the Rails 5K Run/Walk” Planned

Whether walker or runner, experienced or beginner, all are welcome to run the rail! The Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum will host its 5th annual Run for the Rails 5K run/walk on Saturday, October 8, 2016. All activities will be held at the Bradford Church of the Brethren Refinery Coffee House (corner of Miami Ave. and Oakwood Street in Bradford, Ohio.)

The 5K event will start at 8:30 a.m. rain or shine, with same-day registration 7:00 a.m. to 7:45 a.m. Participants who pre-register before 9/23 are ensured a free event t-shirt and a $20 entry fee. Those who register after 9/23 will not receive a shirt, but registration fees are $15.

There will also be a one-mile fun run at 8:00 a.m. for children. To participate, there is a $2.00 entry fee, same-day registration and the opportunity to win prizes for all participants.

The top three male/female finishers will be awarded in fourteen divisions, as well as the top male/female and team overall. Free breakfast, refreshments and door prizes will be provided following the event.

To register, participants should either visit www.bradfordrrmuseum.com and download the registration form from the Events Calendar page, or at www.speedy-feet.com.

All proceeds from the Run for the Rails 5K event will benefit the Bradford Ohio Railroad Museum’s capital improvement fund.