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Go the Distance
Written By: Jenny King | Issue: 2016/07 - July
What began as a small run in 2013 has become one of the premier 5k events in the area.
The Highlands Twilight 5k was started as a fundraiser for youth activities in Highlands by the Rotary Club of Highlands. It has grown exponentially and this year’s goal is have over 350 runners participate on Saturday, August 20.
Over the last three years, they’ve raised a total of over $33,000. Monies have gone to install new free weight equipment at the Highlands Civic Center, to aid in building the new track and softball field at Highlands School, and for equipment for the youth swim team.
This year the race will be USATF certified, so if you need a certified qualifying time, sign up now! The race will be chip timed with the Rotary Club’s own timing team. The race starts at 6:00 P.M. at Kelsey Hutchinson Park in downtown Highlands and is fun for the entire family. Walkers and families with strollers are encouraged to participate but the course is challenging enough for faster runners. Registration fee is $30 until July 20 then it will go up to $35. If you wait until race day it’s $40, but kids under 10 run free. As a special treat, renowned potter Frank Vickery will be creating one-of-a-kind mugs for winners.
Even if you choose to participate as an onlooker, you’re guaranteed an evening of fun. There will be live music in the park by Tea 4 Three from 6:00 to 10:00 P.M. to get everyone fired up and keep the energy high. Bring chairs, coolers, refreshments, and blankets to join an evening in the cool mountain air. Registration and check-in will begin at 4:00 P.M. on Saturday, August 20.
For more information on the course, the fun, and the race, visit HighlandsTwilight5k.com where you’ll find a link for online registration. You may also call Derek Taylor at (828) 200-9226 or shoot him an email at [email protected].
